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Vandy Cooks: Holiday bread making workshop Dec. 9

“Holiday Bread Making Workshop” with registered dietitians Marilyn Holmes, Melinda Mahoney and Marissa Wertheimer will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in the VRWC demonstration kitchen. Read More

Relevant Religion class strives to restore hope, build justice

A Divinity School Relevant Religion class Dec. 3 will explore the reality of experiencing spiritual trauma while doing the work of justice and sharing stories and practices for restoring hope. Read More

VU cheerleading and dance teams host annual Game Day Experience Feb. 4

Commodore fans, the Vanderbilt spirit squads are hosting their annual Game Day Experience on Feb. 4, 2016. Students in grades K-6 will learn cheers, tumbling, stunts and a routine to perform at the Vanderbilt men's basketball game versus Ole Miss. Read More

McCarver named Chief Operating Officer for Vanderbilt University Adult Hospital

Scott McCarver, Associate Operating Office for Vanderbilt University Adult Hospital and Clinics, has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the Vanderbilt University Adult Hospital. Read More

SECURITY NOTICE: Burglary off campus

On Monday, Nov. 28, at 1 p.m., a non-Vanderbilt University-affiliated resident of the Village at Vanderbilt town homes, located near the Freshman Commons area, notified the Vanderbilt University Police Department of a burglary in progress. Read More

A message from Chancellor Zeppos on university policies regarding sanctuary

"I am writing to make clear the university’s policies and respond to the many who have written to me concerning whether our campus is a 'sanctuary,'" writes Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos in a message to the Vanderbilt community Nov. 28. Read More

Emerita professor signs memoir about son’s struggle with bipolar disorder Dec. 3

Charlotte Pierce-Baker, Vanderbilt professor of women's and gender studies and English, emerita, will sign copies of her book This Fragile Life beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt. Read More

Each animal species hosts a unique microbial community and benefits from it

A laboratory study of four animal species and their microbiota finds that each species hosts a unique community of microbes that can significantly improve its health and fitness. Read More

EDI Holiday Reception is Dec. 5; read more in latest edition of iNCLUSIVE

The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion presents "iNCLUSIVE," a biweekly blast of diverse news and events from across campus. Plan to attend the EDI Holiday Reception Monday, Dec. 5, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Alumni Hall. Read More

Rockefeller University’s Elaine Fuchs, Ph.D., named 2016 recipient of the Vanderbilt Prize in Biomedical Science

Elaine Fuchs, Ph.D., whose innovative use of reverse genetics has helped redefine the study of skin diseases and cancer stem cells, is the recipient of the 2016 Vanderbilt Prize in Biomedical Science, officials at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) announced today. Read More

Chancellor celebrates Thanksgiving early with Vanderbilt students

Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and his wife, Lydia, hosted an early Thanksgiving dinner for students who stayed on campus during the holiday break Nov. 21 at the Vanderbilt Student Life Center. Read More

Nine Vanderbilt faculty members elected AAAS fellows

Nine Vanderbilt University faculty members have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science this year. Read More

Employee appreciation discount available at Barnes & Noble Dec. 16

Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt will offer Vanderbilt faculty and staff an extra 10 percent off all merchandise on Friday, Dec. 16, in addition to the regular employee discount of 10 percent. Read More

VUToday: Red Sox pitcher’s gift, Bridge program featured in weekly roundup of VU news stories

Boston Red Sox pitcher and Vanderbilt alumnus David Price made a $2.5 million donation to the Commodores’ baseball facilities, and the Fisk–Vanderbilt Master’s-to-Ph.D. Bridge program was highlighted for its efforts in creating a more diverse STEM workforce. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of Nov. 21. Read More

Is it time for in-home care assistance? Find out Dec. 7

Family members who do not live near elderly loved ones often come home to find living situations have changed since their previous visit. Amy Walter, a licensed master social worker with Senior Helpers, will provide resources to help you assess your loved one’s self-sufficiency to remain in the home. Read More

Reducing antidepressants’ side effects

Vanderbilt investigators have discovered how antidepressant medicines that block serotonin uptake can increase bleeding risk. Read More

Tennessee Poison Center urges care at Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a holiday filled with family, friends, football and feasting. Unfortunately, it is also a day of hidden hazards. The staff at the… Read More

Support Vanderbilt on Giving Tuesday

Vanderbilt will celebrate Giving Tuesday, an international day of charitable giving, on Tuesday, Nov. 29. Read More

Pilot and feasibility grants available for research related to diabetes and obesity

The Vanderbilt Diabetes Center, the Vanderbilt Diabetes Research and Training Center (DRTC), and the Vanderbilt Center for Diabetes Translation Research (CDTR) announce the availability of pilot and feasibility grants in the following areas. Read More

Right resources at the right time goal of public-private partnership for Nashville youths

A nearly $5 million grant from the National Institute of Justice will fund a five-year partnership between the Office of Nashville Mayor Megan Barry, Metro Schools, Oasis Center and Vanderbilt. Read More