Author and alumnus James Patterson supports two new reading programs for middle schoolers

Middle school students are experiencing the joy of reading thanks to best-selling author and Vanderbilt alumnus James Patterson, who recognized the need for engaging literature for the younger set.

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Renowned MLK scholar to deliver 2013 Harrod Lecture

Lewis Baldwin, who will retire in December after 30 years of scholarship devoted to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., will deliver the 2013 Harrod Lecture and then be honored at "The Voice of Conscience" conference.

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Share your opinions in Vanderbilt Staff Community Survey

The Vanderbilt Staff Community Survey is a confidential way to share your opinions.

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New faculty: Kevin Murphy looks for reflections of history in architecture

One of the first things Kevin Murphy did after accepting the offer to join Vanderbilt’s history of art department was explore Nashville’s historic neighborhoods.

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New faculty: Catherine Lee enjoys solving accounting puzzles

Sifting through a logical process is appealing to Catherine Farmer Lee. “For me, research is thinking about why the puzzle pieces are shaped the way they are, then picking one piece to thoroughly study,” she said.

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See how a wireless capsule could help during minimally invasive surgeries; why magnesium and vitamin D are a match made in heaven; and do you really see the S in the USA network logo? Watch this QuickVU roundup of research stories.

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Take Note

» Peabody professor Velma Murry to receive Beckman Award

» Faculty Senate meeting to address safety issues Nov. 7

» Brokaw, Meacham, historian’s sons discuss ‘Arthur Schlesinger Jr. and the Fate of American Liberalism’ Nov. 5

» Our favorite Halloween and fall photos of the week

» University-wide limited submission opportunity: Rita Allen Foundation Scholars Award

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HR News

» Wellcast: Vegging out with plant-based nutrition

» New session of Weight Watchers at Work begins Nov. 13

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Events

Nov. 4
Registration begins for CampVandy Holiday Camp

Nov. 7 — 7 p.m.
Harrod Lecture: "A Citizen of the World: The Global Martin Luther King Jr."

Nov. 11 — Noon
VUSN 2nd Annual Veterans Day Celebration

Nov. 13 — 7 p.m.
Annamaria Orla-Bukowska - Rethinking Poles and Jews: Troubled Past, Brighter Future

Nov. 14 — 4 p.m.
Baseball Black & Gold Series

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