Year: 2019
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Apply for VLE, new leadership development opportunity for managers, through Aug. 9
Applications are now being accepted for the Vanderbilt Leadership Enrichment program. VLE is designed to develop key leadership skills and competencies for staff who are managers or operational leaders demonstrating high potential, and whose leadership position is between front-line supervisor and director. Read MoreJul 30, 2019
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Intestinal immune cell interactions
Understanding the roles of various immune cells that reside in the gut lining could shed light on inflammatory bowel diseases. Read MoreJul 30, 2019
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Vanderbilt celebrates opening of Frist Center for Autism and Innovation
The ribbon-cutting of the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation with (l to r) Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affair Susan R. Wente, Bruce and Bridgitt Evans Dean of Engineering Philippe Fauchet, Jennifer R. Frist, BS’93, William R. “Billy” Frist, Frist Center for Autism & Innovation Director Keivan Stassun, Daria Mulkey and John Mulkey.... Read MoreJul 29, 2019
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The momentum myth: Staggering primaries didn’t affect outcome of 2016 nominating contests
During the 2016 primary season, voters didn't shift their preferences based on who was winning, according to an analysis of more than 325,000 tracking poll results. Read MoreJul 29, 2019
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When legislatures can and can’t check executive powers
The largest analysis of gubernatorial executive orders to date reveals important nuances that explain how and when legislatures can constrain executive power. Read MoreJul 29, 2019
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University recognized for residential college architecture
Vanderbilt University’s newest residential college, E. Bronson Ingram, has received the top honor in the 2019 AIA Gulf States Award Program. Read MoreJul 29, 2019
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New role for microtubules in diabetes
Microtubules, part of the cell's cytoskeleton, regulate the secretion of insulin, suggesting that they may be a new target for treating diabetes. Read MoreJul 29, 2019
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Vanderbilt celebrates opening of Frist Center for Autism and Innovation
The Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, a new center that brings engineers, business scholars and disabilities researchers together with experts in neuroscience and education to understand, maximize and promote neurodiverse talent, celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, July 25. Read MoreJul 29, 2019
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Facilities launches new tool to streamline campus construction and renovation process
Vanderbilt Facilities has launched e-Builder, a third-party cloud-based construction and renovation project management information system. The software will streamline and manage a project from initial request through closeout for all projects managed by Campus Planning and Construction and Renovation and Small Construction. Read MoreJul 29, 2019
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Implosion marks new chapter for Vanderbilt campus
Thousands viewed the university’s livestream of the event which marked a significant—and dramatic—shift in the effort to transform traditional residence halls into state-of-the-art residential colleges. Read MoreJul 28, 2019
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Williams, Wilkins among Academy for Women of Achievement honorees
Two Vanderbilt leaders—Gail Williams and Consuelo Wilkins—will be inducted into the Academy for Women of Achievement. Read MoreJul 26, 2019
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Vanderbilt lecturer to perform at ‘Summer Shakespeare’
Vanderbilt University's longtime community partnership with the Nashville Shakespeare Festival continues with its popular "Summer Shakespeare" shows. Read MoreJul 26, 2019
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Children 9-12 needed for speech in noise training study
The Auditory Development Lab is seeking typically developing children ages 9-12 to participate in a research study. The purpose of the study is to evaluate how children listen and how their brains process sound in noisy environments. Read MoreJul 26, 2019
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Our favorite #vandygram of the week
As a couple of storms rolled through Nashville, @amywolfvandy captured this great photo of Kirkland Hall, making it our favorite #vandygram of the week. Read MoreJul 26, 2019
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Campus Dining offers discount on meal plans for faculty and staff Aug. 5-9
Enjoy cuisine from Vanderbilt’s award-winning chefs, all within walking distance of your office, at a limited-time special price: 15 meals for the price of 10. Read MoreJul 25, 2019
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Chill out with a free frozen treat during Employee Appreciation event Aug. 8
Vanderbilt University faculty and staff are invited to chill out and enjoy a free frozen treat at Vandy Chills, an Employee Appreciation event, on Thursday, Aug. 8. Read MoreJul 25, 2019
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Chang receives Early Career Award for advancing fMRI data analysis
Catie Chang has received the 2019 Early Career Achievement Award from a society of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Chang, an assistant professor of computer science, electrical engineering and computer engineering, was honored this week at the IEEE Engineering in Medicine & Biology Society conference. Specifically, the award cites her “innovative contributions to... Read MoreJul 25, 2019
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Walk-in piano interviews for Blair Academy lessons are Aug. 10
Blair's nationally renowned faculty is dedicated to helping each student achieve his or her particular musical goals, whether they be to achieve at the highest level or play for enjoyment. Read MoreJul 25, 2019
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Road closure: Vanderbilt Place paving to begin Aug. 1
On Friday, July 26 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Vanderbilt Place between 25th and 24th Avenues will be reduced to one lane for paving. Read MoreJul 25, 2019
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Join VUSN for Red Sand Project Aug. 2
The School of Nursing will call attention to the growing public health issue of human trafficking on Friday, Aug. 2, by creating an interactive art installation along 21st Avenue South in front of the school. Read MoreJul 25, 2019