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THIS WEEK:

LFG Film Panel

Vanderbilt will host a virtual panel discussion of the documentary film LFG as part of Vanderbilt University’s Women’s History Month celebration.

LFG follows current and former American professional soccer players- as they sue the United States Soccer Federation for pay discrimination.

The panel discussion will feature:

• Simone Charley, Angel City Football Club
• Sheila Gibson, HCA Healthcare and Nashville Sports Council
• Joni Hersch, Cornelius Vanderbilt Chair and professor of law and economics
• Sharon Shields, senior associate dean, interim director, Susan Gray School, longtime women’s sports advocate and 2022 SEC Title IX Trailblazer

The discussion will be moderated by Andrew Maraniss, award-winning author and special projects coordinator for Vanderbilt Athletics.

Access the film for free here.

Monday, March 28
5:00 p.m.
Virtual event. Register here.

This event is co-sponsored by The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center and Vanderbilt Athletics.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

i-Networking

Join the International Student Council (ISSS) for a crash course in networking and work authorization, a chance to ask the Vanderbilt Career Center or ISSS any job-related questions, and a chance to network (aka socialize) with both undergraduate and graduate students. Dinner will be provided. Register Here. 

Monday, March 28
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
In-person event. Student Life Center- Board of Trust room

Open to international Peabody professional, graduate, and undergraduate students

The Power of Books

Join the Begin with Books organization and Professor Molly Collins of Peabody’s Department of Teaching and Learning for an interactive talk on the power of storybook reading for fostering language, thinking and social connection in an increasingly isolated world.

Monday, March 28
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
In-person event. Sarratt 325/327

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Narrative Circles

The Narrative Circles approach is distinguished by principles and practices of narrative theory intended to create a shared exploration where each individual’s multi-storied self is affirmed. A welcoming and safe space is created for affirmation and connection across lines of difference so that we learn to take a values-based approach to how we exist and interact with each other. The workshops also provide an opportunity for professional development, and anyone participating in 3 or more sessions will receive a certificate. Dinner will be provided, so please be sure to RSVP!

The circles will be held on March 29 and April 12.

Tuesday, March 29
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
In-person event. One Magnolia Circle 241. RSVP Here.

Open to Peabody professional and graduate students

Questions? Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Nutrition 301: Nourishing Heads & Hearts

Nutrition 301: Food and the Environment: Sustainable Nutrition Practices

Impact on the environment isn’t the only component of a sustainable diet. The complex idea of sustainability includes social, nutritional, cultural, and economic factors in addition to environmental ones. This session seeks to highlight these considerations and discuss potential dietary changes that can support your health and longevity while lessening the burden on the environment. Lunch will be provided for registrants.

Wednesday, March 30
12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. 
In-person event. 6 Magnolia 207. RSVP Here.

This event is sponsored by Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and Dietetic Internship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

COMPASS Check-ins

COMPASS Check-ins are Circles of Mindful Presence, Awareness, Support and Strength. There is a lot going on in our world today, and it is easy to feel overwhelmed or need a way to process. We are providing a safe space for students to reflect, breathe deeply, get centered, and align our heads and our hearts.

COMPASS Check-ins will be held on March 30, April 13, and April 27. Feel free to come as you need to and when you can.

Wednesday, March 30
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
In-person event. Wyatt 050-03. RSVP Here.

This is co-sponsored by Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and Peabody Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Open to Peabody professional and graduate students and Peabody undergraduate students

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

World Cup with the Humphrey Fellowship Program

Join the Humphrey Fellowship Program and the Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being in celebrating International Student Month! Meet and chat with this year’s fellows. Drop by and enjoy tasty sips from around the world! If you like, you are also welcome to bring your own special beverage. Please note, this is an alcohol free event. 

Thursday, March 31
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
In-person event. Peabody Administration Building 303

This event is co-sponsored by Peabody Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and the Humphrey Fellowship Program

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

Research-Practice Partnerships at Peabody: Opportunities and Challenges

Join Nashville PEER and Peabody Research Office for a panel featuring distinguished Peabody faculty who are engaged in research-practice partnership work.
Hear what the panelists have to say about what matters in partnership research, how RPPs challenge common research assumptions and practices, and how this essential work can be supported.

• Maury Nation, Bob Innes Chair in Human and Organizational Development
• Jason Grissom, Patricia and Rodes Hart Professor of Leadership, Policy, and Organizations
• Nicole Joseph, associate professor of teaching and learning
• Joseph Wehby, associate professor of special education and chair of the Department of Special Education

The panel will be moderated by Marcy Singer-Gabella, professor of the practice of education and faculty director of PEER.

Friday, April 1
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
Virtual event. RSVP here. 

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Jessica Holter

Imagining a Digitally Equitable Future: Lessons from Nashville’s Past and Present

Esteemed panelists from the Nashville Public Library, Civic Hacker, and the Multicultural Media, Telecom and Internet Council (MMTC) will discuss lessons from Nashville’s past and present and present their visions for future digital inclusion efforts. This event will also highlight recent research conducted by the Nashville Digital Inclusion Taskforce focused on digital access and equity across Davidson County.

Friday, April 1
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. 
Virtual event. RSVP here. 

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Rachel Hanebutt

International Institute of Restorative Practices Training

Are you curious about restorative practices? Eager to learn how to embody restorative philosophies and practices in your personal and professional life? Join us for an International Institute of Restorative Practices (IIRP) training on March 26 and April 9 (via Zoom).

We will engage in IIRP’s “Introduction to Restorative Practices” and “Using Circles Effectively.” This training typically costs $450, but we are offering discounted rates for both students ($30 for both days) and faculty/community members ($50 for both days).

Saturday, March 26 & April 9
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Virtual Event. Register Here. 

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Laura Fitzz

UPCOMING:

Professional Headshots

In honor of Professional and Graduate Student Appreciation Week, Peabody Career Services and the Peabody Office of Student Engagement & Well-Being are offering free professional headshots! Sign up for a 5-10 minute session for your headshot.

Wednesday, April 6
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Peabody Administration Building 113. Registration Required. 

Open to Peabody professional and graduate students

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being

Student Loan Repayment Webinar

Do you have questions about repaying your student loans? Do you know what your repayment options are? Do you have questions about the Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program? If so, please join the Peabody Office of Financial Aid as they host a Student Loan Repayment Webinar on April 6th, at 12 p.m. CST. This session is designed to help you understand the Student Loan Repayment process and options. All are welcome!

Wednesday, April 6
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Virtual event. RSVP here. 

Open to all Peabody students

Questions? Peabody Financial Aid

Teaching Beyond the Gender Binary

In this session, Brianna Nesbitt will review best practices for respecting gender identity and expression in the classroom. She will discuss fluency with gender non-binary vocabulary, how to implement gender-inclusive pedagogical practices, and ways to encourage and maintain a respectful classroom.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Thursday, April 7
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. 
In-person. Mayborn 117. Virtual. Zoom link

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Menton Deweese

Faculty Face Time with Jeannette Mancilla-Martinez

Dr.  Mancilla-Martinez  will share more on her study entitled: Rejecting De Facto Characterizations of Linguistically Diverse Homes as “At-Risk” for Compromised Educational Outcomes. The immense diversity among students from linguistically diverse homes in the U.S is often obscured by gross dichotomizations, such as of students’ home language environment as English-monolingual or not English-monolingual. Indeed, the sociodemographic characteristics of this population of students are immensely varied, with significant implications for effectively serving their strengths and needs. In this talk, she discusses her program of research that aims to better understand and support this population’s educational outcomes.  We hope you will join us to learn more!

Dr. Mancilla-Martinez is an associate professor in the Department of Special Education, as well as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Graduate Education for Peabody College.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Friday, April 8
12:00 p.m. 
Virtual event. RSVP here. 

Questions? Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

CONTINUING:

Meditation Monday

Begin your week with a 20-minute meditation session, a partnership between the Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being and the Center for Student Wellbeing. This event is now held both in-person and virtually.

Monday, March 28
12:30 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. 
In-person. Center for Student Wellbeing Meditation Room. Virtual. Zoom link

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Center for Student Well-Being

EDI Office Hours

Visit the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion to meet and receive support regarding EDI-related issues, express interest in learning more about EDI, and connect to resources on campus. Virtual or in-person office hours are available by appointment.

Monday – Friday:  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

OSEW Office Hours

Stop by Peabody Administration Building Room 216 to ask questions, get to know the Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being, or get support! Virtual or in-person office hours are available by appointment.

Monday – Friday:  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Open to all Peabody students, faculty, and staff

Questions? Office of Student Engagement and Well-Being