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VU limited submission opportunity: The TD Ready Challenge 2019
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the TD Ready Challenge. The Toronto-Dominion (TD) Bank Ready Challenge will fund up to 10 grants of $1 million CAD (the current equivalent of $760,000 USD) to catalyze innovative solutions for a changing world. Read MoreJul 1, 2019
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Special webinar: ‘Introduction to the Department of Justice’ July 18
This faculty webinar will provide an introduction to the Department of Justice, including cross-cutting trends and funding priorities. Discussion will cover tips on how to navigate the current landscape, including best practices on applying for grants and engaging with the DOJ. Read MoreJul 1, 2019
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Black named assistant provost and deputy dean of students
G.L. Black has been named to the new role of assistant provost and deputy dean of students. Black will report directly to Associate Provost and Dean of Students Mark Bandas and will work with and across all areas of the Dean of Students, which comprise Community Standards and Student Support, Student Engagement and Leadership, and Residential Experience. Read MoreJul 1, 2019
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Vanderbilt Travel Clinic moves to Brentwood
The Vanderbilt Travel Clinic has moved to Brentwood. Read MoreJul 1, 2019
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Community Research Partners: ‘Understanding Client Success in a Lifestyle and Fitness Intervention’ July 12
“New Beginnings: Understanding Client Success in a Lifestyle and Fitness Intervention” is scheduled from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Friday, July 12, at the New Beginnings Center, 509 Craighead St., Ste. 100, Nashville, 37204. Read MoreJul 1, 2019
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Office of LGBTQI Life offers P.R.I.D.E. training for faculty and staff July 22
The P.R.I.D.E. (Pursuing Respect, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity) program aims to create a visible network of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex individuals and their allies by providing an avenue through which any member of the Vanderbilt community can show their support. Read MoreJul 1, 2019
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Dobson, Noble appointed to new leadership positions to advance inclusive excellence and student success
Seasoned university leaders Frank Dobson and Rosevelt Noble have been appointed to new roles to further advance inclusive excellence programming and resources as part of the undergraduate experience. Read MoreJun 28, 2019
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
In celebration of our @vandyboys' big win, our favorite #vandygram this week goes to Vanderbilt alum @vanderbabe for her supportive post congratulating the team! #AnchorDown! Read MoreJun 28, 2019
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16 faculty receive 2019 Research Scholar Grants
Research Scholar Grants awarded for 2019 will fund 16 faculty projects to advance research, scholarship and creative expression. Read MoreJun 28, 2019
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11 faculty proposals awarded 2019 Discovery Grants
Eleven Vanderbilt faculty projects have been awarded 2019 Discovery Grants to advance new ideas and cutting-edge scholarship in core disciplines. Read MoreJun 28, 2019
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Rauch to lead Office of Employee Immigration Services
Jennifer Rauch will lead the Office of Employee Immigration Services (OIS), which works with university administrators and employees to provide information and advice on immigration matters. The office can be found in the Division of Administrations’ Office of Business Services, located in the Baker Building, Suite 1100. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Don’t forget to power down before leaving for July 4 holiday
VU Plant Operations and the Sustainability and Environmental Management Office are reminding faculty, staff and students to power down before leaving the office or home for the July 4 holiday. Small, collective efforts can have a large impact across the entire university. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Vanderbilt to host meet-and-greet picnic for mayoral, Metro Council candidates July 10
Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center will host a meet-and-greet picnic in advance of the upcoming election for Nashville’s next mayor, vice mayor and members of the Metro Council. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Dean Whittier, professor of biological sciences, emeritus, has died
Dean P. Whittier, an emeritus professor of biological sciences at Vanderbilt and an internationally known researcher on the biology of ferns, died May 29. He was 83. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Vanderbilt to partner with National Museum of African American Music
Vanderbilt University has announced a long-term partnership with the National Museum of African American Music and a foundational gift to enrich the museum’s educational and research opportunities. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Chancellor lauds Vandy Boys’ ‘character, integrity, intelligence’
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos sent a special message to Vanderbilt baseball head coach Tim Corbin and team, lauding them for exemplifying “the Vanderbilt way” at the College World Series and beyond. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Commodore Nation celebrates Vandy Boys’ national championship
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Nashville Mayor David Briley, and Vice Chancellor for University Affairs and Athletics and Athletics Director Malcolm Turner joined hundreds of Commodore fans on Thursday, June 27, at Vanderbilt’s Multipurpose Facility to celebrate the baseball team’s College World Series championship win. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Limited submission opportunity: Howard Hughes Medical Institute Inclusive Excellence
The Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Inclusive Excellence initiative’s third competition (IE3) provides grants that help U.S. colleges and universities build their capacity to effectively engage students from all backgrounds throughout their undergraduate years, especially those students who belong to groups underrepresented in science. IE3 focuses specifically on the natural sciences, defined by HHMI as: astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth and geosciences, and physics, and disciplines that are combinations of these fields, such as biochemistry, geophysics, or microbiology. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Learn about progress in West End Neighborhood in June newsletter
Summer 2019 is an exciting time for the university and its students, faculty, staff and alumni, as rapid progress is being made in the West End Neighborhood. Read about upcoming milestones including the Carmichael Tower 3 implosion, fall move-in and more. Read MoreJun 27, 2019
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Employee Appreciation: Vandy Pops is July 16
To thank university employees for their contributions to the success of Vanderbilt’s mission each and every day, Employee Appreciation invites them to gather in their respective breakrooms across campus for popcorn, collegiality and a moment to unwind on Tuesday, July 16. Read MoreJun 27, 2019