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College World Series to be decided in Game 3
For the second year in a row, Vanderbilt and Virginia will go the distance in the best-of-three finals. Vanderbilt (51-20) will be playing for a second straight national title on Wednesday, while Virginia (43-24) will be looking for its first. Read MoreJun 24, 2015
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Fans invited to Vanderbilt Stadium to watch Wednesday’s decisive CWS game
Vanderbilt fans are invited once again to Vanderbilt Stadium to watch Wednesday's decisive game of the College World Series final. Read MoreJun 24, 2015
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Fans invited to Vanderbilt Stadium to watch Tuesday’s CWS game
Commodore fans are invited to Vanderbilt Stadium to watch game two in the championship matchup between Vanderbilt and Virginia. Gates open at 6 p.m. Tuesday, and admission is free. Read MoreJun 23, 2015
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Commodores on the brink of a second national championship
Pitcher Carson Fulmer held Virginia to two hits and struck out eight over 7 2/3 shutout innings Monday night, just the kind of outing the Commodores needed in a 5-1 victory in the opener of the College World Series finals. Read MoreJun 23, 2015
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Commodores advance to College World Series final
Vanderbilt defeated Texas Christian 7-1 on Friday to advance to the College World Series final for the second year in a row. In a rematch of last year's championship, the Commodores will defend their national title against Virginia in a best-two-out-of-three series beginning tonight at 7 p.m. on ESPN. Also, learn how head coach Tim Corbin is a strong role model for his players. Read MoreJun 22, 2015
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Enhancements to Vanderbilt baseball facilities will focus on success
A plan to enhance Vanderbilt's baseball facilities focuses on the full development of student-athletes and would provide space for instruction, team building, coaching and settings that can foster interactions with returning professional players and fellow graduates. Read MoreJun 20, 2015
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VU football season opener moved to Sept. 3
The Vanderbilt-Western Kentucky football season opener at Vanderbilt Stadium has been moved to Thursday, Sept. 3. Read MoreJun 18, 2015
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Walk, bike the Gulch at mayor’s Open Streets festival
Mayor Karl Dean invites Nashvillians to spend June 27 at the city’s first-ever Open Streets Nashville festival, set to take place in the Gulch neighborhood. Open Streets festivals open stretches of city streets to people and close them to cars, encouraging participation in physical activity and healthy recreation. Read MoreJun 17, 2015
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Dores advance in winner’s bracket at College World Series
A rain-delayed, come-from-behind victory in their opening game against Cal State Fullerton and stellar pitching and a critical home run against Texas Christian have propelled Vanderbilt through the winner's bracket at the College World Series. The Dores play again on Friday. Read MoreJun 17, 2015
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Commodores pull out win at College World Series
Jeren Kendall launched a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth to lift Vanderbilt to a 4-3 comeback victory over Cal State Fullerton in the College World Series Monday afternoon at TD Ameritrade Park. Read MoreJun 15, 2015
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Kindermusik for Families classes begin Tuesday; try first class for free
After-work summer Kindermusik for Families classes held on Tuesdays and Thursdays begin June 16. You are invited for a free trial class to experience the joy and benefit of making music with your family. Read MoreJun 15, 2015
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Commodores scheduled to resume play Monday
Sunday night's Vanderbilt-Cal State Fullerton game at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha was suspended due to rain. Vanderbilt trails 3-0 in the bottom of the 6th. The Commodores and Titans are scheduled to resume play at 11 a.m. Monday on ESPN2. Read MoreJun 15, 2015
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Tennessee for a Lifetime conference presents ‘lessons on aging’ July 25
The Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability and the Upper Cumberland Area Agency on Aging will host the second Tennessee for a Lifetime conference on Saturday, July 25, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Tennessee Tech University. Read MoreJun 12, 2015
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Red Cross blood drive is June 26
The next Vanderbilt Red Cross blood drive takes place Friday, June 26, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., at Frist Hall Atrium. Read MoreJun 12, 2015
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Wellcast: ‘Organic vs. conventional foods’
As the organic food movement grows, there is a lot of information (and misinformation) about whether organically grown foods are actually better for consumers. Laura Osterman breaks it down. Read MoreJun 12, 2015
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Vanderbilt researcher’s look at fatty liver disease hits home with dad’s diagnosis
Jamey Young, assistant professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, wants to learn more about the estimated 5-10 percent of people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease who never develop its deadliest complications in the hopes of developing new treatments. Read MoreJun 11, 2015
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Fans invited to send off Commodores to College World Series
Vanderbilt fans are invited to a send-off celebration as Head Coach Tim Corbin and the baseball team depart for Omaha. The team will depart on Thursday, June 11, at 8 a.m. (fans can begin arriving at 7:45 a.m.) from Parmer Field House. Read MoreJun 10, 2015
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Attending CMA Fest? Get these safety tips
Vanderbilt LifeFlight officials are urging festival-goers to take necessary precautions against heat-related illnesses, sunburn, alcohol overconsumption and even blisters from improper foot care to make the event more enjoyable. Read MoreJun 10, 2015
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Commodores are College World Series bound
Vanderbilt clinched a return trip to the College World Series with a 4-2 win over Illinois Monday afternoon. They next will meet Cal State Fullerton at 7 p.m. Sunday in Omaha. In addition, a trio of Commodores were selected in the first round of the MLB draft, including No. 1 overall pick Dansby Swanson. Read MoreJun 9, 2015
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Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt among nation’s best
The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt again has been named a national leader in pediatric health care by "U.S. News & World Report." Children’s Hospital achieved national rankings for a maximum of 10 out of 10 pediatric specialty programs. Read MoreJun 9, 2015