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Hornberger retires; new working group begins planning for future of climate, environment and energy education, research and advocacy at Vanderbilt
George Hornberger, an established leader in the fields of water resources and sustainability and director of the Vanderbilt Institute for Energy and the Environment, retired June 30. In preparation of his retirement, the Office of the Provost launched the Climate, Environment and Energy Futures Working Group to evaluate and plan for the future of energy, environment and climate research and advocacy at the university. Read MoreJul 21, 2021
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Support USAC’s Jingle in July, a fundraiser for the Faculty and Staff Hardship Fund
The University Staff Advisory Council invites the Vanderbilt community to participate in Jingle in July, a fundraiser for the Faculty and Staff Hardship Fund. The hardship fund provides assistance to qualifying Vanderbilt faculty and staff who are experiencing a temporary hardship due to a significant life event. Read MoreJul 21, 2021
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Study seeks participants for brain-based learning enhancement research
Individuals age 18-40 who are right-handed and native English monolingual speakers are being sought for a research study. Read MoreJul 21, 2021
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Next Control is the Goal blood pressure management program begins Aug. 5
As a participant in Control is the Goal, you will receive a weekly online module for six weeks. Read MoreJul 21, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2022 Rita Allen Foundation Scholars Award
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may nominate one candidate for the Rita Allen Foundation Scholars Award Program. The foundation supports early-career biomedical scholars doing pioneering research. Read MoreJul 16, 2021
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June 2021 photo highlights
Fans cheer on the VandyBoys outside of Hawkins Field on June 16 as the team leaves to travel to Omaha for the 2021 College World Series. Student Athira Sivadas works in Lars Plate lab at Stevenson Science Center. The VandyBoys ahead of the June… Read MoreJul 7, 2021
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Welcoming Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Cybele Raver
Please join me in welcoming Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Cybele Raver, who officially starts today in her new role at Vanderbilt. Already, Provost Raver has shown a deep engagement with Vanderbilt’s culture, values and community members. Read MoreJul 1, 2021
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’Dores in Dialogue: ‘A Conversation on Bostock v. Clayton County and the Rise of Anti-LGBTQIA+ Legislation’ is June 22
A discussion about the 2020 Supreme Court ruling on Bostock v. Clayton County and its ongoing relevance in American jurisprudence amid recent increases in anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation is scheduled for Tuesday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to noon CT. The 'Dores in Dialogue event is presented in partnership with LAVA, the LGBTQIA+ Association of Vanderbilt Alumni. Read MoreJun 15, 2021
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‘GQ’ magazine editor discusses COVID-19’s impact on addiction and art at Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research event
Wide-ranging conversation addresses how creative culture and expectations of masculinity have shaped drug use, highlights the need to destigmatize addiction through science. Read MoreApr 28, 2021
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Chancellor Diermeier shares that Vanderbilt will return to in-person residential learning in fall 2021
Chancellor Diermeier shared with the Vanderbilt community that the university will offer fall semester classes in person. The semester will begin Aug. 25 and conclude Dec. 18, and we will be observing Fall Break Oct. 14–15. Read MoreMar 26, 2021
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Diermeier announces Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy
At a time of deeply troubling division within our country, Vanderbilt stands uniquely positioned to help unite our country through the advancement of research, scholarship and compelling dialogue. Read MoreJan 12, 2021
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Our plan for the spring semester
Because of your efforts, we are off to a promising start, but this pandemic is not over. We are writing today to share Vanderbilt’s plans for the spring semester, wherein we will continue to offer in-person, on-campus classes, governed by our current safety protocols. Read MoreOct 7, 2020
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Vanderbilt students give university high marks for financial aid, counseling services
Vanderbilt ranked No. 1 in the “Great Financial Aid” and “Their Students Love These Colleges” categories in The Princeton Review’s latest Best Colleges rankings. The university also ranked No. 3 for “Best Counseling Services” based on students’ positive opinion of the support and counseling services they receive at Vanderbilt. Read MoreAug 31, 2020
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Blair School’s young music students perform for memory care patients
Zachary Ebin, director of the Blair School’s Suzuki program, and Blair Academy and Harpeth Hall student Nora Wang organized a series of online outreach concerts for people in need of a little cheer, including residents at Abe’s Garden, a Nashville Alzheimer’s and memory care facility. Read MoreMay 14, 2020
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Vox: It took a pandemic for cities to finally address homelessness
Marybeth Shinn, Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Human, Organizational and Community Development, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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The Tennessean: Anyone can get tested for COVID-19 in Tennessee. The question is, should you?
David Aronoff, Addison B. Scoville Jr. Professor of Medicine, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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The Washington Times: Pandemic ignites dozens of legal battles across nation
Brian Fitzpatrick, professor of law, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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MSNBC: Businesses try to figure out what reopening looks like
William Schaffner, professor of preventive medicine, is quoted. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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Biological Sciences Lecturer Converts Lab Course to Teach Students About Coronavirus
When the coronavirus pandemic triggered Vanderbilt’s mid-March transition to distance learning, Clements, like many faculty members, had just a few days to turn his hands-on lab sections into virtual learning experiences. He did it by leaning heavily on his strength: using technology to keep students engaged with course material. Read MoreApr 21, 2020
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Learning in the time of Coronavirus: Faculty and students adapt curriculum, take on new roles
Distance learning brings a unique set of hurdles, but our students are up for the challenge. As the School of Medicine transitions to digital learning, medical education has adapted to meet the circumstances. Read MoreApr 20, 2020