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What will Vanderbilt look like in 25 years?
Alumni have a few opportunities to see for themselves how the campus may change in the next 20–30 years. Read MoreJul 18, 2017
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Alumni Association Board announces 2017 alumni award recipients
The Vanderbilt Alumni Association Board is pleased to announce the 2017 alumni award recipients—Stephen Jones, BA’74, MD’78; Joe Martin, BA’64; Doug Parker, MBA’86; and Zakiya Smith, BS’06. Read MoreJul 18, 2017
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Tennessine Commodore Classroom draws large crowd
Joseph Hamilton, the Landon C. Garland Distinguished Professor of Physics, captivated alumni with the story of the discovery of super element 117 tennessine during a Commodore Classroom. Read MoreJul 18, 2017
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Dorothy Phillips, first African American woman to receive an undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt, recognized
Dorothy Phillips, BA’67, the first African American woman to receive an undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt, was recognized for her contributions to diversity in STEM education. Read MoreJul 18, 2017
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Students network with alumni at Summer Opening Dores
(Vanderbilt University) Vanderbilt students may be on summer break, but they haven’t stopped working. Many are taking advantage of time away from the classroom to pursue internships. Thanks to the Summer Opening Dores series, they are also making important connections with alumni. Summer Opening Dores are casual yet purposeful… Read MoreJul 18, 2017
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VU’s Osher Lifelong Learning launches partnership with Fisk
For the first time, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt is offering a series of classes taught by Fisk University faculty on the Fisk campus. Read MoreJul 14, 2017
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Smallwood joins Public Theology and Racial Justice Collaborative
Teresa Smallwood, a public theologian and attorney with a strong commitment to scholarship and activism, is the new associate director of the Public Theology and Racial Justice Collaborative. Read MoreJul 11, 2017
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Eskind Biomedical Library to close for transformative renovation
The Eskind Biomedical Library will close Aug. 1 for a a yearlong renovation, and updated information on services and collections will be available on the library's homepage. Read MoreJul 5, 2017
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Brandt and Mandy Snedeker establish Vanderbilt golf scholarship
An endowed scholarship helped pave the path to a remarkable collegiate and PGA Tour career for Brandt Snedeker. Now, Brandt and his wife Mandy Snedeker are giving back to Vanderbilt Athletics and Coach Scott Limbaugh’s nationally recognized program by establishing the Snedeker Golf Scholarship, which will support future Commodore men’s golfers. Read MoreJun 21, 2017
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Commodores contribute more than $2.5 million to Vanderbilt in 24 hours
Commodores across the globe came together on June 15 to show their pride and “give for the gold” on Vanderbilt’s second annual Giving Day. Some 5,654 alumni and friends made contributions totaling more than $2.5 million and secured a $500,000 challenge gift. Read MoreJun 19, 2017
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Anonymous $10 million gift to Vanderbilt University will support College Halls
An anonymous $10 million gift to the College Halls program continues the momentum that is transforming the undergraduate experience at Vanderbilt University through living–learning communities. Read MoreJun 5, 2017
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Faculty committee proposes plan for investment in graduate education and research
Following a collaborative rapid cycle process, an ad hoc faculty committee has released a report identifying four proposed thematic areas for future investment in graduate education and research at Vanderbilt. Read MoreJun 1, 2017
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International exhibit unites students, faculty and staff in celebrating mapping technology
Vanderbilt's recent hosting of the "Places & Spaces: Mapping Science" exhibition proved to be not only intellectually enriching, but also socially unifying, according to several leaders across campus. Read MoreMay 22, 2017
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Commencement extra-special for grandfather who marches in granddaughter’s ceremony
It was a double celebration at Vanderbilt University’s Commencement for alumnus Jim Cheshire. He marched in the procession May 12 along with other members of the Class of 1967 to mark the 50th anniversary of his graduation. His granddaughter Rachel Riendeau marched as well, receiving her bachelor’s degree along with 1,736 other members of the Class of 2017. Read MoreMay 12, 2017
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Grand Stair dedicated in honor of alumni Ed and Sue Clark
The striking spiral staircase inside Vanderbilt University’s Engineering and Science Building was dedicated April 28 in honor of alumni and longtime university supporters Sue, BA’77, and G. Edmond “Ed” Clark, BE’76. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Vanderbilt Divinity School announces renovation and expansion
A significant renovation and 13,641-square-foot addition to Vanderbilt Divinity School will begin May 5 with an official groundbreaking. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Vanderbilt, Nashville major draws for NCAA and SEC championships and tournaments
Vanderbilt will co-host the 2021 NCAA Regional Championship for Division I men’s golf—the latest in a string of NCAA and SEC events the university has helped bring to Middle Tennessee. Read MoreMay 3, 2017
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Celebration honors 11 endowed chair holders
The extraordinary academic achievements of 11 faculty members named to endowed chairs were recognized during a celebration April 27 at the Student Life Center. Read MoreMay 2, 2017
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Global Education Office announces study-abroad scholarship recipients
The Global Education Office has awarded 41 scholarships to students for the purpose of studying abroad during 2017 summer or Maymester terms. Read MoreApr 28, 2017
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Renowned preaching professor at Vanderbilt dies
A memorial service will be held at noon April 29 in Benton Chapel for David Buttrick, a Vanderbilt Divinity School emeritus professor who was passionate about the art of preaching. Read MoreApr 27, 2017