Year: 2016
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39th Holocaust Lecture Series to explore ‘Rituals of Memory and Oblivion’
How do we deal with loss? How do we deal with survival amid loss? Vanderbilt’s annual Holocaust lecture series, now in its 39th year, is the longest-running program of its kind at any university in the United States. This year’s theme is "Rituals of Memory and Oblivion." Read MoreSep 13, 2016
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Chancellor’s Town Hall will discuss ETOB budgeting system Friday
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos will host a town hall meeting on Friday, Sept. 16, beginning at 10:10 a.m. in Sarratt Cinema. The topic of the meeting will be implementing Vanderbilt’s ETOB budgeting system within schools. Read MoreSep 13, 2016
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De-stress with Yoga on the Lawn Oct. 13
Join Lori Cowan, Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center group fitness coordinator, for a 45-minute outdoor yoga class that will rejuvenate and de-stress you while providing the opportunity to enjoy the cooler fall temperatures in Tennessee. Read MoreSep 13, 2016
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Risk factors for delirium
High levels of blood markers for vascular endothelial dysfunction were associated with longer periods of confusion in ICU patients, Vanderbilt researchers have discovered. Read MoreSep 13, 2016
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Portion of 24th Avenue South to close beginning Monday
A project to install a new gas turbine at Vanderbilt’s co-generation power plant will close a portion of 24th Avenue South adjacent to the power plant beginning Monday, Sept. 19. Read MoreSep 13, 2016
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Vanderbilt maintains record-high No. 15 ranking in ‘U.S. News’
Strong academics, research opportunities and a supportive living-learning atmosphere are credited for Vanderbilt retaining its No. 15 ranking in "U.S. News and World Report's" annual survey. Read MoreSep 13, 2016
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Chancellor Faculty Fellows nominations open for 2017
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 cohort of Chancellor Faculty Fellows, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente announced today. Read MoreSep 12, 2016
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University begins faculty approval process for new undergraduate business minor
The curricular proposal to launch a new trans-institutional undergraduate business minor has been sent to the four undergraduate schools and the Owen Graduate School of Management for review by their governance bodies. If approved, the proposed minor will launch in fall 2017. Read MoreSep 12, 2016
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Jazz trombonist Wycliffe Gordon visits Blair Tuesday for master class and performance
The Nashville Jazz Composers Collective, the Blair School of Music’s professional jazz ensemble in residence, welcomes guest trombonist and composer Wycliffe Gordon, a veteran of the Wynton Marsalis Septet and Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. Read MoreSep 12, 2016
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Learn more about fire safety at Vanderbilt
Learn more about Vanderbilt’s fire-prevention policies and fire safety protocols during National Preparedness Month in September. Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Hicks to discuss ‘Shakespeare in the Park’ at Williamson Library
Denice Hicks will take the audience behind the scenes of Shakespeare in the Park when she lectures at the Williamson County Public Library Sept. 21 as part of "Vanderbilt at the Library." Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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VUToday: Benbow, Lubinski, Bartels featured in weekly roundup of VU stories in the news
The long-running Study of Mathematically Precocious Youth, co-directed by Peabody College’s Camilla Benbow and David Lubinski, is featured in “Nature,” and political scientist Larry Bartels’ research is covered in “The Washington Post.” Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of Sept. 5. Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Longitudinal study of gifted children featured in ‘Nature’
Vanderbilt's Study of Mathematically Precocious Youth is featured in the September issue of the prestigious scientific journal "Nature." Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Tichi’s stage play based on her ‘Jack London’ book
'The House That Jack Built," a play by Cecilia Tichi, Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of English, will be produced at the 6th Street Playhouse in Santa Rosa, California, Sept. 9-25. Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Fine Arts Gallery exhibition examines era when ‘Vandy woke up’
The Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery presents “Race, Sports and Vanderbilt: 1966–1970,” which will showcase photographs, front pages from "The Tennessean," and related artifacts from this time period, beginning Friday, Sept. 23. Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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VICC leaders active in new Cancer Moonshot recommendations
As part of the national Cancer Moonshot initiative, a Blue Ribbon Panel (BRP) of cancer leaders, including four from Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, has delivered a series of recommendations to accelerate the pace of cancer prevention efforts and scientific discovery. Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Donny Everett to be remembered at Saturday’s game
Donny Everett will be remembered prior to Vanderbilt’s game against Middle Tennessee on Saturday. Everett’s parents – Susan and Teddy Everett – will present the Anchor during pregame festivities on the field. The Everetts will be recognized from the field during the break between the first and second quarters for… Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Undergraduate Research Fair is Sept. 22
The event, to be held at the Student Life Center, will showcase universitywide, interdisciplinary student work through poster presentations and panel discussions. All Vanderbilt community members are encouraged to attend. Read MoreSep 9, 2016
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Center for Teaching to host ‘Open Dores: Two Days of Teaching Visits’
The Center for Teaching will host Open Dores: Two Days of Teaching Visits Sept. 27 and 28. This program will showcase Vanderbilt’s talented faculty as well as examples of best teaching practices from across the university. Read MoreSep 9, 2016