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Krista Tippett to speak for CSS
Sep. 2, 2015—Krista Tippett is a Peabody Award-winning broadcaster and New York Times bestselling author. In 2014, she received the National Humanities Medal at the White House for “thoughtfully delving into the mysteries of human existence. On the air and in print, Ms. Tippett avoids easy answers, embracing complexity and inviting people of all faiths, no faith,...
Our Muslim Neighbor
Sep. 2, 2015—Our Muslim Neighbor (FCC|OMN) is a pilot of a national initiative of Religions for Peace USA in Nashville, Tennessee. FCC|OMN develops and implements programs designed to advance understanding of Islam and Muslims in Middle Tennessee, a region identified by the Center for American Progress as arguably one of the most Islamophobic areas in America. FCC|OMN uses a...
New RUF Affiliated Chaplain – Rev. Richie Sessions
Aug. 27, 2015—OUCRL is excited to welcome our new Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) Affiliated Chaplain Rev. Richie Sessions to Vanderbilt! With the year just starting, we wanted to get to know him a little better. Welcome to Vanderbilt! Tell us a little about yourself. I was born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas. I graduated from Belmont...
Religious Org Fair
Aug. 26, 2015—The Office of the University Chaplain and Religious Life would like to welcome back all returning students with a special greeting to our new first-year class! While we have many exciting events throughout the year, here’s a look at some of the first few. On Sunday the 30th of August, we will hold the annual...
Diverse Dores Day 2015
Aug. 10, 2015—Each year as we welcome back returning students and are excited to meet new students, OUCRL has hosted a Welcome Week BBQ or reception to show students the facility, let them know of our programs and services, and meet our affiliated ministries, groups, and the Interfaith Council. This year however, we are pleased to say...
Dr. Jackson Katz
Jul. 17, 2015— Project Dialogue is excited to welcome Dr. Jackson Katz to campus. Dr. Katz is one of America’s leading anti-sexist male activists. An educator, author, filmmaker, and cultural theorist, he is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of gender violence prevention education and critical media literacy. He has lectured on hundreds of...
Farewell to Rev. Stacey Croft & Rabbi Joshua Barton
Apr. 21, 2015—The end of the school year is filled with excitement, change, and sorrow. It is with fond sadness that we will be saying goodbye to two of our Affiliated Chaplains here at Vanderbilt. Rev. Stacey Croft, who is our Presbyterian Church (PCA) Affiliated Chaplain who leads our Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) student group will be...
2015 Formal Cooler Giveback!
Apr. 16, 2015—Join Vanderbilt Greek Life, Vanderbilt Interfaith Council OACS (Office of Active Citizenship and Service) and our office in the second annual Cooler Give Back! We will be sanding and repainting donated formal coolers to distribute to homeless populations in Nashville. Come by ready to do some painting, electric sanding, and eating (bbq burgers and hot...
New Halal items from Campus Dining!
Apr. 3, 2015—The Office of the University Chaplain and Religious Life is excited to announce that after working with our Campus Dining, we have been able to act quickly and offer 13 new Halal certified dishes for students that will be available at the Rand Dining Hall and the Commons Dining Hall. To help accommodate the religious...
Meditation Workshop at the Zen Garden
Apr. 2, 2015—Project Dialogue was proud to collaborate with the Vanderbilt Buddhist Community to host a Meditation Workshop at the Zen Garden on Tuesday, April 7th at 5pm. This was a one hour event consisting of a guided meditation workshop and a discussion. We invited experienced meditation teacher Lisa Ernst from One Dharma Nashville to help lead...