Communications And Marketing
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Esteemed psychologist, university leader C. Cybele Raver named Vanderbilt provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs
C. Cybele Raver, a distinguished psychologist who serves as deputy provost at New York University, has been named provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at Vanderbilt University, Chancellor Daniel Diermeier announced today. Raver will begin her new role July 1, 2021. Read MoreMay 5, 2021
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Blair School of Music offers interactive Zoom Kindermusik classes June 9-July 21
Families with children from infants to age 5 will enjoy learning about music, movement, sharing and pretend play through the Blair School of Music’s virtual Kindermusik classes. Read MoreMay 4, 2021
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Blair School of Music offers ‘Music Theory Without Fear’ June 7-11
Blair School of Music will offer “Music Theory Without Fear” for students age 12 through adults June 7–11 from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Read MoreMay 4, 2021
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Dean of University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing to discuss advancing health equity May 18
Antonia M. Villarruel, the Margaret Bond Simon Dean of Nursing at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, will discuss “Advancing Health Equity: A Mandate for Nursing” on Tuesday, May 18, from noon to 1 p.m. CT as part of the VUSN Dean’s Diversity Lecture Series. The event is free, but registration is required. Read MoreMay 4, 2021
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Parenting Group brainstorming session is May 12
The next meeting of the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center’s Parenting Group will be a brainstorming session to share ideas about issues or topics participants would like the group to discuss next academic year. Read MoreMay 4, 2021
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Faculty, students to honor late professor Matthew Walker III in virtual memorial May 8
Faculty, students, administrators and friends of the School of Engineering and School of Medicine will hold a memorial to honor professor and mentor Matthew Walker III. The virtual service will stream live on Saturday, May 8, from 11 a.m. to noon CT and is open to the public. Read MoreMay 4, 2021
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The Open Dore: Opening the door to opportunities ahead
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente reflects on the guiding principles behind "The Open Dore" newsletter in the last edition before she departs Vanderbilt to take the helm at Wake Forest University as its first woman president. Read MoreMay 3, 2021
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Resolution by the Board of Trust of Vanderbilt University in appreciation of Vanderbilt students
Vanderbilt Board of Trust resolution in appreciation of Vanderbilt students, adopted on the 30th day of April, 2021. Read MoreMay 3, 2021
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End-of-the-year reflection: Tools for validation, celebration, gratitude and planning ahead
The end of the academic year, especially one like the unprecedented 2020-21 school year, is a time for reflection on what went well, what didn’t, and how that information might inform future intentions for your overall well-being in the weeks, months, semesters or even years to come. Read MoreMay 3, 2021
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Vanderbilt’s prohibition of guns on campus not changed by Tennessee’s permitless carry law
Vanderbilt’s prohibition of guns on campus will remain in effect following the passage of a new state law that allows for both open and concealed carrying of handguns for people 21 and older without a permit as well as for military members ages 18 to 20. The university prohibits anyone other than on-duty police officers from possessing firearms on campus. Read MoreMay 3, 2021
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W.M. Keck Foundation Research Program seeking concept papers for fall 2021
Vanderbilt University may submit up to two proposals, one in medical research and one in science and engineering, for the W.M. Keck Foundation Research Program. The goal of the program is to benefit humanity by supporting work that has a distinctive and novel approach, questions a prevailing paradigm, or has the potential to break open new territory in a field. Read MoreMay 2, 2021
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Curb Center, ArtLab studio open COVID-19 collaborative exhibit at VUMC
Vanderbilt’s Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy and the ArtLab studio at the Wond’ry will open "See You Again: Students Respond to COVID-19" at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s hospital gallery on Monday, May 3. Read MoreMay 2, 2021
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VU Limited Submission Opportunity: 2021 Mathers Foundation Grant Program
Vanderbilt University may submit four proposals for the summer/fall cycle of the Mathers Foundation grants program. The mission of The G. Harold and Leila Y. Mathers Foundation is to advance knowledge in the life sciences by sponsoring scientific research that will benefit mankind. Read MoreMay 2, 2021
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Duke professor and author to discuss ‘What Star Trek Can Teach Us About Evolution’ May 19
Mohamed A. F. Noor, professor of biological sciences and dean of natural sciences at Duke University, will take part in a virtual discussion of his book, "Live Long and Evolve: What Star Trek Can Teach Us About Evolution, Genetics, and Life on Other Worlds," on Wednesday, May 19, at 3:10 p.m. CT as part of the Evolutionary Studies Initiative at Vanderbilt Seminar Series. Read MoreApr 30, 2021
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Ph.D. student in biomedical engineering wins $20K P.E.O. Scholar Award
Samantha Schwager, a Ph.D. student in biomedical engineering, is one of 100 doctoral students within the United States and Canada selected to receive a Philanthropic Educational Organization Scholar Award from the P.E.O. Sisterhood. Read MoreApr 30, 2021
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Founder’s Medalists to be recognized at Class of 2020 Commencement
The 10 students who graduated with first honors from each of Vanderbilt’s schools and colleges will be recognized during the Class of 2020’s Commencement exercises on Saturday, May 1, and Sunday, May 2. Read MoreApr 30, 2021
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Basic Sciences virtual conversation: ‘How the Brain Remembers’ May 26
Join the School of Medicine Basic Sciences for a virtual conversation with "New York Times" bestselling author and neuroscientist Lisa Genova and Vanderbilt Brain Institute Barlow Family Director Lisa Monteggia. They will be discussing Genova's new book, "Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting," on Wednesday, May 26, from 11 a.m. to noon CT. Read MoreApr 30, 2021
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Vanderbilt Microbiome Initiative offers cutting-edge biotechnology skills workshop for local high school teachers
Registration is open for a discovery-based program and research experience for local high school teachers. Participants will practice skills and concepts in biodiversity, biotechnology and bioinformatics. Read MoreApr 30, 2021
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Campus Dining hosts inaugural Underground Supper Club
Vanderbilt Campus Dining recently created an unforgettable experience for a select group of students featuring al fresco dining and a chef-curated tasting menu. The selected students assisted Campus Dining during the spring semester by providing feedback and recommendations, and Campus Dining plans to continue the program next semester. Read MoreApr 30, 2021
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‘Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Journal’ to publish first issue since 2015
The "Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Journal" is being revived after six years to serve as a valuable platform to publish articles demonstrating the wide array of research being done by Vanderbilt students as part of either their undergraduate progress or as the final, culminating piece of their Immersion Vanderbilt plan. Read MoreApr 30, 2021