Elizabeth Latt
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James Patterson, MA’70, Sets His Sights on Cultivating the Next Generation of Readers
James Patterson, MA’70, breathes rare air. His books line the walls in airport shops. They’re tucked into beach bags amid the towels and sunscreen. They’re on sidewalk kiosks and bedside tables around the world. In 2010 he sold more books than John Grisham, Stephen King and Danielle Steele combined. Read MoreJan 15, 2013
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Vice Chancellor for Investments Matthew Wright leaving Vanderbilt
Matthew Wright (Vanderbilt) Matthew Wright, Vanderbilt University vice chancellor for investments, has announced his resignation, effective Jan. 31. “Matthew led Vanderbilt’s investment portfolio through an exceptionally challenging time,” Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos said. “The recession of 2009 took a heavy toll on the endowments of many universities, but… Read MoreJan 4, 2013
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Bradford stepping down as dean of Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School of Management
James W. Bradford Jr. After eight years at the helm of Vanderbilt University’s business school, James W. Bradford Jr. announced Dec. 13 he will be stepping down as dean of the Owen Graduate School of Management at the end of this academic year. “I am proud of… Read MoreDec 13, 2012
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A message from Chancellor Zeppos: Protection of Minors
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos (Vanderbilt University) Dear Vanderbilt Community, Vanderbilt’s mission centers on the principle of community. We believe that each member of our University community plays a valuable role in defining who we are and what we do. We are committed to nurturing and maintaining a positive, productive… Read MoreOct 19, 2012
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David Williams: A decade of success in Vanderbilt Athletics
Vice Chancellor David Williams and Chancellor Nick Zeppos Student athlete GPA is over 3.0 for sixth straight year 2012 graduation success rate for student athletes is 92 percent 10 teams recognized publicly as being in top 10 percent nationally by NCAA Academic Progress Report All four revenue sports (men’s &… Read MoreJul 12, 2012
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Vanderbilt expands David Williams’ role in athletics
In response to Vanderbilt University’s increased success and investment in its athletics and recreation programs, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos has asked Vice Chancellor David Williams to take on a larger role in shaping these areas of the university. Read MoreJul 12, 2012
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Founding Director Bill Ivey to step down from Vanderbilt’s Curb Center; Jay Clayton named successor
Carolyn Dever announces Bill Ivey will step down as director of the Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public policy after 10 years. Jay Clayton will succeed him. Read MoreMay 25, 2012
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A message from the chancellor about child safety at Vanderbilt
Dear Vanderbilt Community, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos We take great pride in being a safe and healing community. In the wake of recent reports of child sexual abuse on university campuses, Vanderbilt is reviewing our policies and practices for preventing and reporting child abuse, including child sexual abuse. Minors,… Read MoreApr 17, 2012
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Americas Quarterly: The effect of skin color in the Americas
Because racial identification is much more fluid in Latin America and the Caribbean than it is in the United States, researchers with Vanderbilt’s Latin American Public Opinion Project used actual skin color rather than racial identity to examine the effect of ethnicity on equality issues like class and educational attainment. Read MoreMar 6, 2012
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Eight students chosen as newest class of Ingram Scholars
Eight incoming first-year students have been chosen as the newest members of the Ingram Scholarship program. The eight are among 942 high school seniors who applied for the prestigious program. Members of the new class are John Alexander Bogdon of Orlando, Fla.; Bridget Lorraine Claborn of Omaha, Neb.;… Read MoreFeb 22, 2012
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Investigations uncover misuse of university funds; former employee arrested
Investigations by Vanderbilt University and the Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County's district attorney general's office have led to the arrest of a former Vanderbilt employee on a charge of theft of university funds. Read MoreJan 13, 2012
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Vanderbilt, Barnes & Noble to bring bookstore back to West End
The Vanderbilt bookstore will move from Rand Hall to 2525 West End Ave., where it will be operated by Barnes & Noble Read MoreJun 30, 2011
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Controversial bills might have cost General Assembly popularity points
A new poll shows the 107th Tennessee General Assembly, marked by debate on a number of controversial issues, slipped in its approval rating in the four months it was in session. Read MoreJun 19, 2011
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Haitians still believe in democracy after devastating earthquake
A new poll shows that Haitians have reacted to a devastating 2010 earthquake much as expected, with one notable exception. The destruction and poverty caused by the earthquake have done remarkably little to erode confidence in democracy. Read MoreMay 24, 2011
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Power to Greek Row still out while storm cleanup continues
(last updated 2:50 p.m., April 5) (Vanderbilt University/Bill Randles) Electricity remains out along Greek Row due to a blown transformer. Due to the severity of the damage done to a transformer, Vanderbilt will use a temporary generator for the next two to three days to power the Tarpley, West… Read MoreApr 5, 2011
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Power still out along Greek Row
Electricity remains out this evening along Greek Row due to a blown transformer. High winds that swept through the Vanderbilt campus shortly after 2 p.m. April 4 left the area buildings without power. Read MoreApr 4, 2011
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Vanderbilt responds to earthquake and tsunami in Japan
Vanderbilt is reaching out to those who may have been affected by the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Read MoreMar 11, 2011
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13 students chosen as newest class of Ingram Scholars
Thirteen incoming first-year students have been chosen as the newest members of the Ingram Scholarship program. Read MoreFeb 23, 2011
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Research News @ Vanderbilt website showcases discovery
The latest news about discoveries by Vanderbilt researchers is now available on a new online news channel, Research News @ Vanderbilt. Read MoreFeb 1, 2011
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Democracy remains strong in face of economic crisis
Mitchell Seligson, Centennial Professor of Political Science (Vanderbilt University/Steve Green) Despite one of the worst worldwide economic crises in the past half-century, support for democracy among those in Latin America and the Caribbean has not been eroded, according to the results of the latest AmericasBarometer survey. The… Read MoreJan 24, 2011