Year: 2015
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Retirement plan transition: What happens to annuity investments?
If you currently have annuity investments with TIAA-CREF and/or VALIC as part of your Vanderbilt retirement plan, these investments will remain with TIAA-CREF and/or VALIC unless you initiate an individual transfer of assets. Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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EDUCAUSE resources available to faculty, staff and students at no cost
All Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students are eligible to access the resources of the EDUCAUSE Center for Analysis and Research at no cost through Vanderbilt’s institutional subscription. Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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‘Beyond Familiar’ opens Feb. 27
Three members of Vanderbilt's Department of Art will exhibit their new show, "Beyond Familiar," at Benton’s Pop Rock Café in Nashville. Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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Share the Love food drive ends Feb. 27
In Tennessee, one in six people are at risk of hunger, and one in four children do not know where their next meal will come from. Share the love this month by joining Vanderbilt’s University Staff Advisory Council in the fight against hunger. Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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Support rising for gay unions in Tennessee: Vanderbilt Poll
John Geer and Josh Clinton presented data from the Vanderbilt Poll to reporters at The Associated Press' legislative planning session on Feb 5. Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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Waverly Crenshaw, BA’78, JD’81, nominated to seat on U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee
Waverly Crenshaw, BA’78, JD’81, a partner at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, has been nominated to a seat on the U.S. District Court for the District of Middle Tennessee by President Barack Obama. Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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Vanderbilt grads’ Everly drink mix hits bigger shelves
Through creative thinking and a relentless drive, Vanderbilt friends Kyle McCollom, BA’11, and Chris Cole, BA’11, are establishing a strong regional grocery store presence for Everly, a natural ingredient drink mix. In only two years of production, Everly is sold in 1,100 stores in the Southeast and online through Amazon.com,… Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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Williams recognized for workforce diversity
David Williams II, vice chancellor for athletics and university affairs and athletics director, is among the recipients of the inaugural Workforce Diversity Awards. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Credit Union annual meeting rescheduled for March 12
Refreshments will be served and door prizes will be awarded by drawing, including a $500 Southwest Airlines gift card. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Exploring gender through lens of performance art focus of symposium
Speakers and artists scheduled to appear include Sonya Renee, Janet Mock, Jennifer Knapp and Desiree Dallagiacomo. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Love Your Heart expo is Feb. 18
Learn about heart health at the Love Your Heart Expo on Feb. 18. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Copper toxicity and Parkinson’s
A genetic predisposition to Parkinson’s disease makes neurons more vulnerable to the toxicity of heavy metals such as copper. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Be a wellness leader for Health Plus program
The Wellness Commodore Program plays an important role in creating a culture of wellness at Vanderbilt. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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‘Facing the challenges of pregnancy’ Feb. 19
Learn ways to manage physical discomforts and emotional changes of pregnancy. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Chocolate good for heart, research says
Chocolate enthusiasts agree that their favorite treat is good for the soul, but it also can be good for the heart. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Elite college athletes should be paid: Economists
The NCAA recently voted to allow schools to begin compensating its student-athletes for their entire cost of attendance, but economists from Vanderbilt University and the University of Chicago say it’s not nearly enough. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Autograph session with Coach Corbin, baseball team Feb. 10
Meet Coach Corbin and several members of the national champion Commodore baseball team on Feb. 10 at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Circadian clock – Angelman syndrome link established
Vanderbilt biologists have found a direct link between the biological clock and Angelman syndrome, a neurogenetic disorder that occurs in more than one in every 15,000 live births. The link may provide a valuable way to judge the effectiveness of the first experimental drugs under development for treating the syndrome. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Student-designed ‘makerspace’ gives patients tools to create
An innovative mobile cart serves as a learning space to engage and excite patients and their families during long hospital stays. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015
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Ancient Civilizations of the Americas by Anna Guengerich 2.5.2015
Watch video of “Ancient Civilizations of the Americas”, by Anna Guengerich, Ph.D., Anthropology on February 5th, 2015. Read MoreFeb 5, 2015