Ann Marie Deer Owens
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Solar farm groundbreaking advances Vanderbilt’s large-scale renewable energy partnership
A bold partnership that will help Vanderbilt University power its campus entirely through renewable energy has moved forward with the Jan. 19 groundbreaking for a solar farm in Bedford County, Tennessee. Read MoreJan 21, 2022
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School of Medicine invests in future of health care with Dean’s Scholarship Challenge
The School of Medicine has launched a $5 million Dean’s Scholarship Challenge to help ensure that tomorrow’s leaders in medicine are educated at Vanderbilt. Through a combination of donor contributions and a university match, the school hopes to raise a total of $10 million. Read MoreJan 5, 2022
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Turkey Toss 2021 brings holiday cheer
More than 1,100 turkeys, 28 tofurkeys and 650 cutting boards were given to Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and postdoctoral fellows during Turkey Toss 2021. Also, more than 450 turkeys and tofukeys were donated to Second Harvest Food Bank. Read MoreDec 20, 2021
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Kirkland bells to chime in memory of clock caretaker Paul Young
The chimes of Kirkland Hall’s clock tower will ring five times on Dec. 21 in memory of Paul Wynn Young, who devoted more than 40 years to keeping Kirkland Hall’s signature clock and chimes in good working order. Read MoreDec 15, 2021
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Wilson Fund continues extraordinary impact on Vanderbilt music library, students and scholars
The vision of one of Vanderbilt University’s most influential benefactors, David K. “Pat” Wilson, BA’41, and his family will bring transformational change to the Anne Potter Wilson Music Library, which provides unique resources and services to the Blair School of Music. Read MoreDec 10, 2021
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John Hall, devoted Vanderbilt alumnus and trustee emeritus, has died
John R. Hall, BE’55, a champion for education and trustee emeritus whose deep devotion to Vanderbilt earned him the nickname “Kentucky Commodore,” died Nov. 25 in Lexington, Kentucky. Read MoreDec 3, 2021
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School of Nursing Dean Pamela Jeffries honored with endowed chair
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Dean Pamela R. Jeffries has been awarded the Valere Potter Distinguished Chair in Nursing. Read MoreDec 1, 2021
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Sign up now for Osher Lifelong Learning at Vanderbilt winter classes
Registration is open for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt's winter term, which includes a historical look at women's athletics, 'Don Quixote,' Barack Obama’s presidency and more. Courses are open to all those over age 50. Read MoreNov 15, 2021
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Lifelong Learning at Vanderbilt Divinity School to enhance public conversation on religion
Lifelong Learning at Vanderbilt Divinity School, a new curricular-based program open to the community, aims to expand the public discussion surrounding religious issues. Read MoreNov 15, 2021
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‘Lovelaces’ and ‘Wingman Telegram,’ two pandemic-themed plays, to premier at Neely Auditorium
Vanderbilt University Theatre will premiere "Lovelaces" and "Wingman Telegram"—two pandemic-themed plays written by Vanderbilt students—at Neely Auditorium Nov. 12–14. Read MoreNov 11, 2021
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Reconstructing a Lost Neighborhood: MTSU–Vanderbilt collaboration unearths African American history at base of Fort Negley
Students and professors from Middle Tennessee State and Vanderbilt universities are working together to uncover new archaeological details about a largely forgotten African American neighborhood that was an important part of Nashville’s post-Civil War history. Read MoreOct 20, 2021
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Marnett stepping down as dean of Vanderbilt School of Medicine Basic Sciences
Lawrence J. Marnett, who has served as dean of Vanderbilt University’s School of Medicine Basic Sciences since its creation in 2016 and has led its dramatic ascension as one of the nation’s top biomedical research and doctoral programs, will step down as dean effective June 30, 2022. Read MoreOct 11, 2021
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Three Vanderbilt scientists awarded NIH grants for high-risk, high-reward research
Vanderbilt scientists Katherine Aboud, PhD’19, Breann Brown and Will Wan, PhD’14, have received 2021 National Institutes of Health Director’s Awards for their unconventional, bold approaches to research that advances knowledge and enhances health. Read MoreOct 5, 2021
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$500K grant to fund postdoctoral program to elevate collaborative humanities scholarship
The National Endowment for the Humanities has selected Vanderbilt’s College of Arts and Science for a significant grant to strengthen interdisciplinary humanities scholarship while enhancing career skills for recent Vanderbilt graduates who have doctorates in the humanities. Read MoreOct 4, 2021
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New Heard Libraries collection documents challenges for country artists of color
The Heard Libraries have acquired the papers of Rissi Palmer, an influential singer-songwriter and Apple Music host who is breaking barriers for country music artists of color. The library’s acquisition is helping Vanderbilt build a world-class archive of African American music in partnership with the National Museum of African American Music. Read MoreOct 1, 2021
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Live theater returns to Vanderbilt with new pandemic-themed plays
Vanderbilt University Theatre will premiere two commissioned plays with themes inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic Oct. 1–3 at Neely Auditorium. Read MoreSep 30, 2021
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Kirkland Hall renovation to enhance accessibility, upgrade infrastructure
Kirkland Hall, central to Vanderbilt’s history and widely recognized as the university’s signature building, will undergo a significant renovation that is reflective of the institution’s purpose and commitment to excellence. Read MoreSep 20, 2021
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Beloved Vanderbilt University English professor Vereen Bell has died at 86
Vereen M. Bell, a professor of English, emeritus, who had a transformational influence on countless students, challenged institutional structures and pushed for greater diversity at Vanderbilt, died Aug. 24 at home in Nashville. He was 86 years old. Read MoreAug 31, 2021
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Diermeier urges university community to raise aspirations after extraordinary year
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier outlined a bold path forward for Vanderbilt University, challenging the university community to “set our aspirations higher” during his Fall Faculty Assembly address. Read MoreAug 30, 2021
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Thirteen faculty members honored at Fall Faculty Assembly
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Cybele Raver and Faculty Senate Chair Mark Magnuson, Louise B. McGavock Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, presented awards to 13 faculty members during the Fall Faculty Assembly on Aug. 26. Read MoreAug 30, 2021