Year: 2023
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Chancellor Daniel Diermeier honored for contributions to democracy as ‘Great Immigrant’
Vanderbilt University Chancellor Daniel Diermeier was named one of Carnegie Corporation of New York’s "Great Immigrants, Great Americans," an annual list honoring naturalized citizens’ contributions to democracy and to the United States. Read MoreJun 28, 2023
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Career Growth Series for staff: Networking 101
HR Employee Learning & Engagement invites you to the next session in their Career Growth Series – Networking 101, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. on July 13. If you want some tips and tricks on how to create and maintain connections (internally and externally), this workshop is for you. Read MoreJun 28, 2023
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Initiative for Race Research and Justice 2023 Jumpstart Virtual Conference is July 25
"Here to Stay: Reigniting the Fire for Racial Justice," the fourth JumpStart conference, will be held on Tuesday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This virtual learning opportunity will discuss how we can continue working toward racial justice and equity in the current climate. Read MoreJun 28, 2023
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Vanderbilt preserves history through the salvaged remains of the Bicentennial Oak
Since the Bicentennial Oak’s fall in November 2022 due to age-related decay, Vanderbilt’s facilities team has taken every care to salvage its remains to preserve its important history to the university. Read MoreJun 27, 2023
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Four Vanderbilt School of Engineering faculty receive prestigious NSF CAREER Awards
Four faculty members from Vanderbilt University School of Engineering received prestigious CAREER Awards from the National Science Foundation during the 2022-2023 academic year. The competitive NSF grant program is designed to support the early career development and new lines of academic research for the nation’s most promising up-and-coming scholars. “This is a remarkable achievement and... Read MoreJun 27, 2023
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Workshop offers insight on deep learning for medical imaging technology
Vanderbilt researchers are hosting a free workshop on July 13 to shed more light on the Medical Open Network for Artificial Intelligence (MONAI). The daylong workshop is being held following the 2023 MIDL/NVIDIA Conference in Nashville and participation is in person or via Zoom. Registration for the daylong workshop opened on June 26, 2023. Project... Read MoreJun 27, 2023
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Scientist who helped prove Einstein theory opens doors to black holes for students with diverse majors
Vanderbilt astrophysicist Karan Jani helped prove Einstein's theory of relativity as it relates to black holes and gravitational waves. Learn how he's using his expertise to teach undergrads with diverse majors who are eager to learn about space. Read MoreJun 26, 2023
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Limón Dance Company to host exclusive open rehearsal June 29
The public is invited to join the world-renowned Limón Dance Company for an open rehearsal event, as the company continues its two-week residency at the Blair School of Music. Seating is extremely limited and free advanced tickets are required. Read MoreJun 26, 2023
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Vanderbilt, VUMC investigators garner $1.2M Keck Foundation grant for groundbreaking genetic research
In a collaborative effort between Vanderbilt University and VUMC, Chuck Sanders and Roy Zent have secured a $1.2 million grant from the W. M. Keck Foundation for their innovative project, "Genetic Intolerance Patterns as a Treasure Map to Genes that Define Us as Human." The funding will bolster their study of little-known yet crucial proteins, potentially revolutionizing our understanding of human biology and disease. Read MoreJun 26, 2023
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V150: Musical Continuum
Blair Academy at Vanderbilt continues its outreach to the community through music. Read MoreJun 26, 2023
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Security Notice: Aggravated assault
VUPS is issuing this Security Notice to update the Vanderbilt community on additional details regarding the incident that initiated the AlertVU notification on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Read MoreJun 25, 2023
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Oak Ridge Associated Universities Innovation Partnerships Program FY 2023
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may submit one application to the Oak Ridge Associated Universities Innovation Partnerships Program. Read MoreJun 24, 2023
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Community volunteers help beautify Vanderbilt’s Acorn School
The Acorn School at the 18th Avenue child care center hosted a greening event over two afternoons on June 6 and 7, thanks to generous support from Ruppert Landscape and more than a dozen Vanderbilt community volunteers. The event, organized by Acorn School family members Mia and Marvin Clermont,… Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Access road installation from Stevenson Center Lane to Garland Hall changes pedestrian routes beginning June 26
Garland Hall will be undergoing construction to improve the building's interior and enhance accessibility. To prepare for this project, an access road will be installed in three phases to minimize the impact to pedestrian traffic. The road is only for construction and emergency vehicles and will alter the pedestrian and bicycle routes in the area. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Vanderbilt celebrates Juneteenth with faculty discussion, educational events
Vice Chancellor for Outreach, Inclusion and Belonging and Chief Diversity Officer for Vanderbilt University, André L. Churchwell hosted a discussion with faculty members about the history and importance of Juneteenth in observance of the federal holiday. In addition to the conversation, on June 16 the Black Cultural Center hosted “Juneteenth: Celebration of Freedom," Vanderbilt’s annual event celebrating the holiday. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Join the next healthy habit challenge with Vanderbilt’s wellness program Virgin Pulse
Virgin Pulse challenges immerse employees in an experience where individuals can join colleagues in a virtual competition to become healthier. The next highlighted challenge is Fit In Strength, a healthy habit challenge, which will take place July 10-16. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Secure Dores initiative to enhance safety on campus
The Division of Administration will complete a project this summer to enhance the security of university buildings and enable Vanderbilt University Public Safety to monitor exterior-facing doors on campus. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Niloofar Razi Howe to enhance Vanderbilt’s expertise in national security
Vanderbilt University has appointed Niloofar Razi Howe, a technology entrepreneur and influential thought leader and strategist on national security and cyber threats, as a Distinguished Visiting Professor in the College of Arts and Science, effective July 1. Read MoreJun 23, 2023
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Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory hosts ‘Meet the Astronomer’ event June 30
Vanderbilt University researchers are scheduled to reveal an exciting update in the realm of pulsars and gravitational waves from National Science Foundation headquarters on June 29. On June 30, they will return to Nashville to share what they found and what the discovery means for our future understanding of the cosmos. Read MoreJun 22, 2023
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Ginny Moore named American Association of Nurse Practitioners fellow
School of Nursing professor Ginny Moore, DNP, MSN’90, was named an AANP fellow in honor of her outstanding achievements and exemplary service in nursing. Moore, who directs the Women's Health and Gender Related Nurse Practitioner specialty, was inducted on June 22. Read MoreJun 22, 2023