Amy Wolf
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Vanderbilt steps up support during dangerous ice storm
As a dangerous ice storm swept through Middle Tennessee in late January, Vanderbilt quickly mobilized to support students, faculty and staff amid widespread power outages and hazardous conditions. The university opened warming centers, adjusted academic schedules and provided frequent updates, while facilities, dining and public safety teams worked around the clock to keep campus safe and operational. Read MoreFeb 9, 2026
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Two Vanderbilt alumni selected for prestigious Schwarzman Scholars program
Two members of the Class of 2025, Benedict Ballman and Rui Huang, have been chosen for the 11th cohort of the highly selective Schwarzman Scholars international graduate fellowship program. The Schwarzman Scholars program focuses on tackling the world’s greatest challenges and “redefining global leadership for the 21st century.” Scholars from universities around the world join for a one-year master’s in global affairs at Beijing’s Tsinghua University. Read MoreJan 29, 2026
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Vanderbilt launches new season of ‘Quantum Potential’ podcast
Advances in medicine, society and life-altering innovations are sparked through an environment committed to curiosity and potential. See what’s coming up in the second season of the Quantum Potential podcast as Provost C. Cybele Raver introduces listeners the innovators driving Vanderbilt progress. Read MoreJan 29, 2026
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Surgical robotics pioneer Robert Webster guides life-saving ideas into reality
He leads groundbreaking work creating robotic tools to make surgeries safer. Now, with a passion for partnership, see how Robert Webster is carving a path for others to take their life-changing innovations and turn them into reality. Read MoreJan 29, 2026
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SEASON 2, EPISODE 1: AI and Hope: How to cultivate human flourishing through faith, technology and imagination with Jaco Hamman
How do you expand compassion, joy and faith while also integrating artificial intelligence? Jump into a fascinating dialogue between Vanderbilt Divinity School professor Jaco Hamman and Provost C. Cybele Raver in the Season 2 premiere of the Quantum Potential podcast. Read MoreJan 29, 2026
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Corporate and higher education exec Everette Fortner, BE’84, to transform Vanderbilt’s Career Center
Get to know the new vice provost of career advancement and engagement and head of Vanderbilt's Career Center Read MoreJan 15, 2026
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Saying ‘thank you’ to employees with turkeys, treats and treasures!
Check out all the fun at one of Vanderbilt's favorite annual traditions, Turkey Toss! Read MoreDec 18, 2025
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SPECIAL PODCAST EPISODE: Connecting our lives to AI and robotics with Matthew Johnson-Roberson
What does the future of AI and robotics look like in our daily lives and as a career field? In a special episode of Quantum Potential, Provost C. Cybele Raver talks with Matthew Johnson-Roberson, the inaugural dean of the College of Connected Computing, about the accelerating evolution of AI and robotics. Read MoreDec 11, 2025
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Leon Mhingiro is Class of 2026 Outstanding Senior; nine other nominees celebrated
Get to know the Class of 2026 Outstanding Senior winner and incredible nominees and hear what inspires the winner most. Read MoreNov 18, 2025
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Classroom creativity gets big-screen results for Cinema and Media Arts students
See how Cinema and Media Arts students are reaching real-world successes with their films. Read MoreNov 10, 2025
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A Place Where Every Person Can Grow
Lifelong learning is at the heart of Vanderbilt and it extends far beyond the undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. Learn about Innovative programs for all ages, cultivating a vibrant and robust community in this Vanderbilt Magazine feature story. Read MoreNov 5, 2025
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Research and music sync with Immersion Vanderbilt
Meet two student-professor teams using AI and social media to take their musical Immersion research to a new level. Read MoreNov 5, 2025
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Salvatore Falletta: Human resources and AI reach an ethical crossroads
RESEARCH SPARK: AI is becoming a common tool for Human Resources departments. Learn from new faculty Salvatore Falletta about the ethical lines between creepy AI analytics creative decision making. Read MoreNov 5, 2025
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Elenora Pertz, BMus’15, carves a musical path across Europe, empowering women
Elenora Pertz, BMus’15 (Claudia Araujo) Pianist Elenora Pertz, BMus’15, has chased her musical dreams across continents, from the grand halls of Vienna to Berlin—and this past summer to Florence, Italy. As a collaborative pianist for some of the world’s most prestigious opera houses, an innovative teacher and an… Read MoreOct 31, 2025
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Kristina Thomas Dreifuerst: Teaching nurses to reason and reflect in patient care
RESEARCH SPARK: Learn a key tool new faculty leader Kristina Thomas Dreifuerst is using to prepare the next generation of nurses. Read MoreOct 27, 2025
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Shekhar Bhansali: Challenge and support for the AI innovators of tomorrow
RESEARCH SPARK: Get to know Shekhar Bhansali, new head of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and his vision for AI engineering education. Read MoreOct 8, 2025
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Maya Singhal: How neighborhoods create a feeling of safety across cultures
RESEARCH SPARK: Meet new faculty Maya Singhal and see how their research could help us understand the impact of diverse community dynamics. Read MoreSep 22, 2025
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NEW FACULTY—Beyond the resume: Get to know some of our newest faculty members
Which new faculty member loves Lego? Get to know some of Vanderbilt’s newest faculty beyond their resume. Read MoreSep 15, 2025
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NEW FACULTY: Professors explain how their research could better the world
Hear from Vanderbilt's newest faculty on the positive impact their research could have on society. Read MoreSep 8, 2025
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NEW FACULTY: New professors on why they’re excited to be part of Vanderbilt
Meet some of Vanderbilt's newest faculty as they explain why Vanderbilt is the right academic home for them. Read MoreAug 27, 2025