Communications And Marketing
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Health Plus celebrates National Nutrition Month
A series of events hosted by Health Plus to celebrate National Nutrition Month in March. Read MoreMar 1, 2019
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Ash Wednesday service times
Ash Wednesday services with the imposition of ashes will be held Wednesday, March 6, at St. Augustine’s Chapel and Rhea Chapel. Read MoreMar 1, 2019
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What’s On My Mind: The dedication of Vanderbilt’s staff
In this week's column, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos reflects on the campus-wide appreciation of Vanderbilt's diverse and dedicated staff. Read MoreMar 1, 2019
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Take VUIT Faculty and Staff Satisfaction Survey for chance to win $100 Amazon gift card
Vanderbilt IT has released its annual Faculty and Staff Satisfaction Survey, which is confidential and should take about five minutes to complete. The results will be used to further enhance IT service and support. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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‘The Partisan Brain’ topic of Peabody Dean’s Diversity Lecture March 21
Jay Van Bavel, associate professor of psychology and director of the Social Perception and Evaluation Lab at New York University, will discuss why and how partisanship can drive people apart by changing how their brains process information. The talk is scheduled for March 21 at the Wyatt Center Rotunda. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Investigators map genomic landscape of very rare cancer
A team of Vanderbilt researchers mapped out the genomic landscape of a metastatic malignant proliferating tricholemmal tumor and identified a targeted treatment for this very rare cancer. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Student Care Network recognized as innovative best practice in supporting student health and wellness
Vanderbilt’s Student Care Network has received national recognition as a best practice for its innovative approach to supporting the health and wellness needs of Vanderbilt University students. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Gene identified that increases risk of antibiotic reaction
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and colleagues have identified a gene that increases the risk for a severe and potentially life-threatening reaction to the commonly prescribed antibiotic vancomycin. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Protein loss promotes cell migration
Loss of the protein STK17A may contribute to metastasis of colorectal cancer. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Kyla Terhune named to senior GME leadership role
Kyla Terhune, associate professor of surgery and director of the Surgery Residency Training Program in the Section of Surgical Sciences at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, has been named vice president for educational affairs for VUMC and associate dean for graduate medical education for Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Her appointment is effective July 1. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Nursing students explore health care and culture in diversity month series
Interest in diversity, equity and inclusion at the School of Nursing expanded into a series of events for the month of February. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Discovery Science Emerging Scholars Lecture: Luis Natividad
The Discovery Science Emerging Scholars lecture series features promising young scientists making notable discoveries as postdoctoral fellows or early career faculty. Read MoreFeb 28, 2019
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Get involved: March is National Colon Cancer Awareness Month
Colon cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer when it's found early. Screening is the #1 way to prevent colon cancer because it finds cancer in the early stages or before it even has the chance to grow or develop. Read MoreFeb 27, 2019
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Healthier You: ‘Fitness Trends of 2019’
Join Robby Bishop, program manager, Health Plus, as he shares the "Top Fitness Trends for 2019". Read MoreFeb 27, 2019
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Racial Equity in Arts Leadership Symposium March 21-23
Vanderbilt's Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy and Metro Arts/Nashville Office of Arts and Culture will host a symposium focusing on arts-based, participatory-action research approaches to drive racial equity and civic engagement in cultural and creative institutions March 21-23 at the Vanderbilt Student Life Center. Read MoreFeb 27, 2019
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New VandyVox podcast highlights best of student-produced audio on campus
Each episode of VandyVox features student work originating from a curricular or co-curricular project and includes audio documentaries, radio dramas, spoken word essays and ongoing podcasts. Read MoreFeb 27, 2019
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Rosenthal to step down as VINSE director; planning for institute’s future begins
Sandra Rosenthal will step down as director of the Vanderbilt Institute for Nanoscale Science and Engineering on June 30 following 12 years of service. Read MoreFeb 27, 2019
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Limited Submission Opportunity: IFPDA Grants Program
The IFPDA Foundation was established by the International Fine Print Dealers Association in 2009 to inspire and support educational projects aimed at fostering connoisseurship in the field of fine prints for a new generation of collectors, curators, and specialists. Read MoreFeb 26, 2019
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Master of Public Health program hosts spring info session March 14
The Vanderbilt Master of Public Health program will host an information session on Thursday, March 14, for any interested faculty, staff or students who wish to learn more about the MPH program at Vanderbilt and how to apply. Read MoreFeb 26, 2019
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Pillars Fund Grants
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the Pillars Fund Grants. Pillars is an innovative foundation that supports the growth and nurturing of whole, healthy American Muslim communities. Read MoreFeb 26, 2019