Communications And Marketing
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Wellcast: Learn about new diabetes treatment technology
Shichun Bao, associate professor of medicine and the Diabetes Technology Program leader in the Division of Endocrinology at the Eskind Diabetes Clinic, shares information on the amazing technological advances in diabetes treatment and blood sugar management. Read MoreDec 11, 2019
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Vanderbilt alumnus named Schwarzman Scholar
Phillip McGloin, a May 2018 graduate of the College of Arts and Science, has been named to the 2021 class of Schwarzman Scholars, one of the world’s most prestigious graduate fellowships. Read MoreDec 10, 2019
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Chemical engineering champion, masterful teacher Karl B. Schnelle has died
Emeritus professor Karl B. Schnelle Jr., a pioneer in environmental engineering, book author, masterful teacher and mentor, is remembered by scores of former students and faculty colleagues as a charismatic and generous Vanderbilt engineering professor who became a lifelong friend. Read MoreDec 10, 2019
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Benefit Spotlight: Travel Assistance gives peace of mind during holiday travel season
Vanderbilt University offers Travel Assistance to employees who are currently enrolled in accidental death and dismemberment insurance. This service offers you and your dependents medical, travel, legal and financial assistance services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, worldwide. Read MoreDec 10, 2019
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Search committee reflects on selection of Diermeier
Members of the Chancellor Search Committee reflect on the selection of Daniel Diermeier as Vanderbilt’s ninth chancellor and discuss the qualities he brings to the role. Read MoreDec 9, 2019
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Enabling Innovation seminar: ‘Attracting Capital to Fuel Your Biotech/Scientific Startup’ Dec. 13
The Enabling Innovation Initiative presents Kayla Graff, CEO and co-founder of SweetBio, who will discuss “Million Dollar Lessons: Attracting Capital to Fuel Your Biotech/Scientific Startup” on Friday, Dec. 13, beginning at 2 p.m. in Light Hall, Room 512. Read MoreDec 9, 2019
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Faculty invited to submit Discovery, Research Scholar Grant proposals
Faculty applications are now being accepted by the Office of the Provost for the next round of Discovery and Research Scholar grants. Read MoreDec 9, 2019
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Simaan honored as IEEE fellow for robotics advancements
Nabil Simaan, professor of mechanical engineering, has been elevated to fellow by the Board of Directors of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. The award recognizes Simaan for contributions to dexterous continuum robotics for surgery. Read MoreDec 9, 2019
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Save on taxes, impact Vanderbilt with year-end giving
The end of the calendar year at Vanderbilt brings not only shorter days and final exams, but also numerous ways to give back to the university. Given unprecedented market strength, certain methods for giving may be more appealing this year, offering donors numerous tax-saving benefits. Read MoreDec 9, 2019
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Open Mind: Reflecting on a year of change and continued strength
Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente looks back on an eventful 2019 and reflects on the many pivotal moments that will define the next chapter of Vanderbilt’s history in her latest "Open Mind" column. Read MoreDec 9, 2019
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Vanderbilt alumna awarded prestigious 2020 Rhodes Scholarship
Sarena Martinez, a 2016 Vanderbilt graduate who majored in psychology and minored in French, was recently named a recipient of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. She is one of only 32 scholars selected from across the United States for 2020. Read MoreDec 6, 2019
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Vanderbilt hosts satellite meeting of Action Collaborative on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Higher Education’s first public summit
The Office for Inclusive Excellence and the Office of Faculty Affairs in the Office of the Provost hosted a satellite meeting on the Vanderbilt campus Nov. 19 for the first public summit of The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine Action Collaborative on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Higher Education. Read MoreDec 6, 2019
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Programs for Talented Youth announces summer 2020 courses
Are you looking for a summer opportunity for an advanced learner in your life? Programs for Talented Youth offers on-campus accelerated courses for rising first- through 12th-grade students during June and July. Read MoreDec 5, 2019
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 Ono Pharma Breakthrough Science Initiative Awards
Vanderbilt (VU + VUMC, collaboratively) may nominate two candidates to submit an LOI to the Ono Pharma Foundation’s Breakthrough Science Initiative Awards Program. Read MoreDec 5, 2019
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Get your W-2 form electronically; update your preference by Jan. 3
Active Vanderbilt University employees can opt out of receiving paper W-2 forms by mail and instead access it electronically through Oracle. Read MoreDec 5, 2019
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Commodore Award nominees announced
The Commodore Award, Vanderbilt's highest staff honor, will be presented to two full-time regular staff members who have made significant contributions to Vanderbilt University’s pursuit of excellence in education, research and community service each year at the annual Service Award Ceremony. Read MoreDec 5, 2019
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Review your personal information in preparation of W-2s
As the end of the year approaches, the payroll department encourages you to review your personal information to ensure your W-2 will be accurate. Log in to Oracle by Jan. 3 to ensure your data is up to date. Read MoreDec 4, 2019
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LAPOP receives $10 million USAID grant to support AmericasBarometer survey
Vanderbilt’s Latin American Public Opinion Project has received a $10 million, five-year USAID grant to support its influential AmericasBarometer survey and related activities. Read MoreDec 4, 2019
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Vanderbilt University’s Ninth Chancellor
Incoming Chancellor Daniel Diermeier Dear Vanderbilt Community, After a comprehensive search informed by our community, I am proud to announce that the Vanderbilt University Board of Trust has named the university’s ninth chancellor: Daniel Diermeier. Daniel is a distinguished and pathbreaking leader, scholar and teacher who currently serves as provost… Read MoreDec 4, 2019
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2020 VUSRP applications now open
Applications are now open for the summer 2020 cycle of the Vanderbilt Undergraduate Summer Research Program, which provides awards of $5,000–$6,000 to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors engaged in 10 weeks of full-time research with a Vanderbilt faculty member. Students can use their VUSRP experience to satisfy Immersion Vanderbilt. Read MoreDec 4, 2019