Month: November 2011
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The role the immigration debate will play through the election cycle
The tenor of the immigration debate will probably change as the candidates get closer to the general election. Assistant professor of political science Efrén Pérez explains why the immigration debate is likely to evolve. View 2012 election expertise information for Efren Perez >> Visit ElectionVU to find all Vanderbilt… Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Vanderbilt vice provost for enrollment tapped to serve as trustee on College Board
Douglas L. Christiansen, Vanderbilt University’s vice provost for enrollment, dean of admissions and assistant professor of public policy and higher education is among three new national trustees elected to the College Board. Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Vanderbilt’s libraries now food friendly
With the recent addition of the Food for Thought Café in Vanderbilt University’s Central Library, food and drinks in covered containers are permitted now in most library areas. Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Vanderbilt hosts Nov. 29 forum on opening up the political process
Americans Elect is participating in a panel discussion hosted by Vanderbilt University 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, at The First Amendment Center. Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Researcher: Republicans are fumbling the immigration issue
When the Republican presidential candidates ramp up anti-immigrant rhetoric this campaign season, they are likely to alienate conservative-leaning Latinos. Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Legendary sax player Bobby Keys to address History of Rock class Dec. 1
Students of Jennifer Gunderman’s History of Rock class will receive an early holiday gift when legendary tenor saxophone player Bobby Keys talks about his career recording and touring with some of the greatest rock and roll musicians of all time including the Rolling Stones, Beatles and Eric Clapton. Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Watch video, keep up with latest football news at Vanderbilt Bowl Central
(Joe Howell/Vanderbilt) Watch video of the Vanderbilt football team’s 41-7 win over Wake Forest to become bowl-eligible and of fans greeting the Commodores as they returned to campus. Also, keep up with the latest team news at Vanderbilt Bowl Central. Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Vanderbilt defeats Wake Forest, earns bowl eligibility
(John Russell/Vanderbilt) Zac Stacy ran for 184 yards and three touchdowns and Vanderbilt became bowl-eligible by beating sluggish Wake Forest 41-7 on Nov. 26. Read MoreNov 28, 2011
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Half-price summer session tuition offered for dependents of staff and faculty
Poster by Hatch Showprint Dependent children of Vanderbilt faculty and staff members are eligible to take on-campus courses at Vanderbilt for half the tuition cost. This benefit is a great way to add exciting courses to their study plan or to stay on track to graduate on time. The… Read MoreNov 25, 2011
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WeCar vehicle sharing program comes to campus
The Office of Traffic & Parking announced the addition of a new car sharing program to Vanderbilt’s campus as of Nov. 22, 2011. In order to give faculty, staff and students more choices, WeCar, a division of Enterprise, now has five vehicles on campus. Read MoreNov 25, 2011
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What’s wrong with our current immigration policy?
Assistant professor of political science Efrén Pérez explains what he thinks is wrong with our current immigration policy and the immigration debate. View 2012 election expertise information for Efren Perez >> Visit election VU to find all Vanderbilt experts on the 2012 election >>… Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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Why some Latinos and African Americans seem like ideal Republicans, but don’t vote with the GOP.
Assistant professor of political science Efrén Pérez explains why Latinos and African Americans seem like they would be ideal Republicans, but don’t vote with the GOP. View 2012 election expertise information for Efren Perez >> Visit election VU to find all Vanderbilt experts on the 2012 election >>… Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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Mistakes Republicans are making in attracting Latino voters, especially with the immigration issue
Republicans are making serious mistakes when it comes to attracting Latino voters, especially with the immigration issue. Assistant professor of political science Efrén Pérez explains why. View 2012 election expertise information for Efren Perez >> Visit ElectionVU to find all of Vanderbilt experts on the 2012 election >>… Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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Vanderbilt scholar’s research with black males expands to Pittsburgh
Two western Pennsylvania school systems will use a program developed at Vanderbilt University to encourage young black males to be successful in school and go on to college. Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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The power of a provocative political ad
How powerful can a provocative political ad be to a presidential election, whether the ad is accurate or not? Associate professor and co-director of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions, Josh Clinton explains how a controversial ad, whether accurate or not, can greatly influence an election. View… Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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Vanderbilt Kennedy Center awards four 2011 Hobbs Discovery Grants
The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center (Vanderbilt University) Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Director Elisabeth Dykens has announced that four 2011 Nicholas Hobbs Discovery Grants have been awarded to interdisciplinary teams led by VKC researchers. Contact: Courtney Taylor, (615) 322-5658 courtney.taylor@vanderbilt.edu… Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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How media coverage of campaign advertising influences election results
How the media covers campaign advertising can influence election results. Associate professor and co-director of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions, Josh Clinton explains his research on the 2004 “swift boat” ads and how media coverage impacted the election. View 2012 election expertise information for Joshua Clinton… Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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Students displaced by school closures need high-quality alternatives
Students displaced by school closures experience adverse effects both on test scores and attendance—unless they are transferred to substantially higher-performing schools. Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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How to make a political poll fair
How do unbiased pollsters make a political poll fair? Associate professor and co-director of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions, Josh Clinton is an expert on political polls. He explains some of the science behind creating polls. View 2012 election expertise information for Josh Clinton >> Visit… Read MoreNov 23, 2011
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The Road to the “Arab Spring”: The Changing Arab World and American Reactions
Watch videos from the class “The Road to the “The Arab Spring”: The Changing Arab World and American Reactions,” taught by William S. Longwell, senior lecturer in history, Vanderbilt University, retired; and Thomas A. Schwartz, professor of history, political science, and European studies, Vanderbilt University. In the last year, we witnessed unprecedented… Read MoreNov 22, 2011