Year: 2012
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Anchor Link connects students to campus life
There is a new system on campus that is transforming the way Vanderbilt manages the co-curricular student experience: Anchor Link. A joint initiative between the Office of the Dean of Students and Vanderbilt Student Government, Anchor Link is an online student involvement… Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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Benefits and Health Fair set for Oct. 10, 11
Human Resources representatives will be on hand to answer your Open Enrollment or other benefits questions at this year’s Benefits and Health Fair, scheduled for Oct. 10 and 11. Medical, dental, vision, retirement and disability representatives also will be available. Come to the fair for free “Know Your Numbers”… Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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Registration for SEC Symposium now open
Registration is now open for the 2013 SEC Symposium, which will have the theme “Impact of the Southeast in the World’s Renewable Energy Future.” This SEC event, which is led by the University of Georgia, takes place at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, Feb. 10-12, 2013. To… Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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Memorial gathering for Mary McClure Taylor set for Oct. 9
Mary McClure Taylor (John Russell/Vanderbilt) The Office of the Chancellor will host a gathering in memory of Mary McClure Taylor from 5 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, in the second-floor lobby of Kirkland Hall. Taylor, the beloved university receptionist who left a lasting impression of warmth,… Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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Our favorite Tweets of the week, Sept. 29-Oct. 5
We love hearing from our fans, friends and followers, and we have some very vocal ones on Twitter. Below are just a few of our favorite Tweets from the past week. Be a part of the conversation – follow @VanderbiltU today. [View the story "Our favorite Tweets… Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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VUCast: Stock Obsession
This Week on VUCast, Vanderbilt’s online newscast: Why our obsession with stock prices is killing U.S. companies. How powerful is the shrinking undecided voter? Vanderbilt takes you from farm to fork [vucastblurb]… Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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Undergrads virtually manipulate model car for fast design changes
The goal of the Adaptive Vehicle Make program is to develop software to test vehicle designs before they are built. Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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Host proteins can control HIV infection
The protein APOBEC3G contributes to spontaneous control of HIV-1 in vivo and may provide therapeutic benefits. Read MoreOct 5, 2012
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Longtime prisoner Russell Maroon Shoats focus of discussion
A panel of scholars and activists will discuss the impact of longtime prisoner, writer and activist Russell Maroon Shoats on grassroots political activism Oct. 11 at Vanderbilt University. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Premiere of ‘Escape Fire’ movie Oct. 4 at Belcourt
The Vanderbilt Center for Integrative Health, MissionPoint Health Partners, the Shade Tree Family Clinic, the Clinic at Mercury Courts and the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing have come together to premiere the movie, Escape Fire: The Fight to… Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Plans announced for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Williamson Medical Center
A new pediatric tower at Williamson Medical Center will bear the name the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Williamson Medical Center. Williamson Medical Center (WMC), one of Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s affiliates, announced plans this week to expand its facility through construction to include upgraded surgical… Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Obsession with stock prices hurting economy: Vanderbilt professor
The fixation on maximizing shareholder value for stockholders at the expense of other stakeholders poses a serious threat to the American economy, said Vanderbilt Law School professor Margaret Blair. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Discounted basketball season tickets now available
Memorial Gym (Steve Green/Vanderbilt) Vanderbilt employees who want to experience the thrill and excitement of Memorial Magic during the upcoming basketball season have the opportunity to purchase season tickets for men’s and women’s basketball. By purchasing season tickets, employees can guarantee themselves the best seats in the… Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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‘Reading Lolita’ author Azar Nafisi to speak Oct. 9
Nafisi (Photo courtesy of the author) The Vanderbilt University Speakers Committee will welcome Azar Nafisi, the New York Times best-selling author of Reading Lolita in Tehran, to campus Oct. 9. Nafisi will deliver an address at 7 p.m. in the Student Life Center Ballroom. There will… Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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PREDICT helps pinpoint right statin for patient
When O.T. Hayes, 67, of Lebanon, Tenn., first starting seeing his cardiologist, David Hansen, M.D., for treatment of his coronary artery disease, it was hard to predict which of the various medications available would help control Haynes’ high cholesterol. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Guidelines prompt reminders to offer immunization to inpatients
With the start of flu season, health care providers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are receiving more automated reminders to offer immunization to hospitalized patients. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Forgetting fear key to aiding trauma survivors: Lecturer
If two people experience the same traumatic situation, like an armed bank robbery, for example, they will both likely have an acute fear response: increased heart rate, chills, hot flashes, nausea, abdominal stress, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, sweating and light headedness. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Teams, walkers ready to show support for Nashville Heart Walk
The American Heart Association's 2012 Nashville Heart Walk is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 6. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Glaucoma research highlighted at VEI symposium
Vision experts from around the country recently gathered at the 2012 Vanderbilt Eye Institute symposium “Regenerative Medicine in Glaucoma” to discuss the impact that regenerative medicine has on neurobiological diseases. Read MoreOct 4, 2012
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Vanderbilt’s Gervais named to Academy of Europe
The Academy of Europe has elected Daniel Gervais of Vanderbilt Law School as its second member from Vanderbilt. Read MoreOct 4, 2012