Featured speaker Jeffrey Upperman, MD, recalls lessons of his parents and urges "pick big problems to attack." more . . .

The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Award will be presented Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, to a faculty or staff member in the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, or Medical Center who emulates the principles of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through his or her work. more . . .

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine honored two pioneers for their historic contributions to education, science and medicine during a formal portrait unveiling at Langford Auditorium this week. The event, hosted by the Office of Diversity Affairs, was held as part of Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. more . . .

On Nov. 4, the Vanderbilt University Medical Center Office for Diversity Affairs presented the third annual “Hidden VUMC Figures” event — a tribute to employees who have made significant long-term contributions to the Medical Center, often behind the scenes. more . . .

André Churchwell, MD, Chief Diversity Officer for Vanderbilt University Medical Center, welcomed those gathered at the 18th Annual Levi Watkins Jr., MD Lecture on Tuesday and bestowed awards to faculty and students for their diversity and inclusion efforts. more . . .

André L. Churchwell, Chief Diversity Officer for Vanderbilt University Medical Center and senior associate dean for Diversity Affairs in the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, has been named interim vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion and chief diversity officer for Vanderbilt University.

The 19th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Lecture was held on Monday and commenced with the United Voices of Vanderbilt choir’s stirring rendition of “The Battle Hymn of the Republic.”