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New faculty: Kenny Tao uses optical coherence tomography to improve delicate eye surgeries

Kenny Tao, a new assistant professor of biomedical engineering, brings his innovations in the field of optical coherence tomography and his wry sense of humor to Vanderbilt's laboratories and classrooms. Read More

New faculty: Joerg Rieger examines theology in a social context

Joerg Rieger, a new Distinguished Professor of Theology and the Cal Turner Chancellor's Chair of Wesleyan Studies, defines justice as the search for the right relationships. “Religion can play an important role in changing our relationships for the better,” he said. Read More

The Limits of Free Speech

Watch video of a panel discussion about the limits of free speech, especially on college campuses. Moderated by John M. Seigenthaler, former news anchor for… Read More

Trick or treat with the Greeks and student-athletes Oct. 28

Vanderbilt’s Office of Greek Life and Student Athletic Advisory Committee will host the annual Trick-or-Treat with Greeks and Student Athletes from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28. Read More

The Limits of Free Speech?

Watch video of a panel discussion about the limits of free speech, especially on college campuses. Moderated by John M. Seigenthaler, former news anchor for… Read More

Nine from Vanderbilt receive SEC faculty travel grants for 2016-17

Now in its fifth year, the SEC Faculty Travel Program provides support for selected Southeastern Conference faculty members to collaborate with colleagues at other SEC member institutions. Read More

Lawson Lecture, Vanderbilt Poll featured in weekly roundup of VU stories in the news

The Associated Press covered the visit to campus of Perry Wallace and Godfrey Dillard for a luncheon at the Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center in conjunction with The Ingram Commons' James Lawson Lecture. And results of the new Vanderbilt Poll, detailing how Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton currently fare in Tennessee in the presidential race, dominated local news toward the end of the week. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of Oct. 3. Read More

Don’t forget to power down before fall break

Vanderbilt community members who are going to be away from their residence hall, office or home for an extended period of time over fall break should remember to power down before they leave. Doing so is a great way to reduce energy consumption and its impact on the environment. Read More

Learn to make the most out of Social Security at Fidelity luncheon in November

If you’re nearing retirement, R.S.V.P. today to attend a special luncheon session for Vanderbilt University employees to learn about Social Security and how it can fit into your retirement plan. Read More

My Southern Health: Facts you need to know about anxiety in children

Anxiety in children can be hard to detect. Learn how to tell the difference between normal nervousness and true anxiety. Read More

‘Commodore Insider Podcast’: Chris Marve discusses his VU career

Vanderbilt linebackers coach Chris Marve, BS'11, joins this week's 'Commodore Insider Podcast' to discuss his Commodore career and what it’s like to coach defense under Derek Mason. Read More

MIT’s Gibbons gives Economics’ McGee Public Policy Lecture Oct. 18

Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor Robert Gibbons will discuss "Organizational Culture and Performance: A View from Economics" when he delivers the Vanderbilt Department of Economics' McGee Public Policy Lecture on Tuesday, Oct. 18. The event will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in Buttrick Hall, Room 102, with a reception to follow. Read More

Rheumatoid subtypes explored by PheWAS

A computer-based method pioneered at Vanderbilt is being used to compare subtypes of rheumatoid arthritis. Read More

New faculty: Megan Lawrence helps companies improve their organizational practices

By understanding the systematic ways in which practices differ from one organization to another, new Assistant Professor of Strategic Management Megan Lawrence hopes her research will help companies learn to adapt and renew themselves as they look for long-term success in changing markets. Read More

New faculty: Duane Watson studies the cognitive processes of communication

The next time you find yourself stumbling through a presentation or public speaking engagement, take heart. The most polished speakers are not necessarily the most effective ones, says Duane Watson, a new associate professor of psychology and human development at Peabody College. Read More

Basic science, extraordinary impact

The discoveries that can change the course of human health forever often begin in the tiniest places: in molecules and cells, at the most fundamental intersection of physics, chemistry and biology. Understanding how these cellular and molecular processes work is the focus of basic biomedical research at Vanderbilt. Read More

Vanderbilt couples have options for health coverage

If both you and your spouse work at Vanderbilt University, you have options when choosing your benefits during Open Enrollment. Read More

Earn wellness credit up to $240 for completing Go for the Gold

Faculty and staff members who complete Go for the Gold by Oct. 31 can earn a wellness credit of up to $240 toward their 2017 Vanderbilt Health Plan benefits. Read More

Babies and You: ‘Choosing a Pediatrician’ Oct. 20

Health Plus presents the next installment of its Babies and You series, "Choosing a Pediatrician," with Dr. Rachel Mace on Oct. 20. Read More

Melanie Ohi presents ‘Frontiers in Biochemistry’ seminar Oct. 21

Melanie Ohi, who holds a primary appointment in the Department of Cell and Development Biology, presents the next "Frontiers in Biochemistry" seminar Oct. 21. Read More