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Americans’ deep social isolation factor in 2016 presidential election, Brooks says

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is “the wrong answer to the right question,” said "New York Times" columnist David Brooks in his appearance at the Vanderbilt Chancellor’s Lecture Series Sept. 22. Read More

New working group to define university’s global strategy

Developing an international strategy to support and promote faculty research, scholarship and creative expression is the charge of a new working group appointed by the provost. Read More

TIP SHEET: Zechmeister can comment on terrorism and the election

Liz Zechmeister of Vanderbilt University is available to comment on the effect of terrorism on the presidential election. Read More

Zeppos, Zechmeister featured in weekly roundup of VU stories in the news

Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos is quoted in a "Nonprofit Quarterly" article that mentions Vanderbilt's decision to change the name of Confederate Memorial Hall. And following the recent bombings in the New York City area, several news outlets, including "The Washington Post," referenced political science professor Elizabeth Zechmeister’s research about how terror threats impact public opinion. Read More

Sandoz recognized by debate community

Vanderbilt's debate team guru, M.L. Sandoz, has been honored for encouraging public debate by students of all ages. Read More

Award recognizes excellence in children’s books that portray Latin American culture

The Center for Latin American Studies co-coordinates the Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs' Américas Award for Children’s and Young Adult Literature. Read More

Get your VUnetID and password ready for Open Enrollment

Now is the time to make sure your have your VUnetID and password ready for Open Enrollment 2017. Read More

Open Enrollment elections take effect Jan. 1, 2017

As you think about your and your family’s needs over the coming year, consider that the elections you make during Open Enrollment will be effective for all of 2017. Read More

New ‘toolkit’ for math teachers designed to make algebra easier

The three-year experiment is a partnership with Chelmsford, Massachusetts, public schools. Read More

National Child Passenger Safety Week underscores importance of proper seat belt, car seat use

Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt offers tips to keep kids safe Every 33 seconds, a child in the United States is… Read More

Vanderbilt Athletics debuts ‘Commodore Insider’ podcast with Coach Bryce Drew

In the inaugural episode of the "Commodore Insider" podcast, head men's basketball coach Bryce Drew sits down with VUCommodores.com to discuss his transition to West End, what he learned from his NBA career, and what fans can expect from Vanderbilt basketball in the future. Read More

‘A Prescription for Healing: Lessons Learned from the Dallas Tragedy’ Sept. 28

A trauma surgeon who led the team caring for victims of the July 7 shooting in Dallas that killed five police officers and injured nine others will speak at Vanderbilt on Wednesday, Sept. 28. Read More

Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance discussion addresses race and health equity

Dr. Camara Jones, president of the American Public Health Association and a senior fellow at both the Satcher Health Leadership Institute and the Cardiovascular Research Institute, shared allegories on race and racism at a roundtable discussion at a recent Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance event. Read More

Personal preparedness – why prepare?

Disasters, both natural and man-made, affect hundreds of thousands of people each year. Learn what to do before disaster strikes. Read More

Blood exposures for traditional healers

Traditional healers in sub-Saharan have a high rate of exposure to blood, putting them at risk for HIV and hepatitis C. Read More

Study about how lying varies with age receives Ig Nobel Prize

Professor of Psychology Gordon Logan is co-author of a paper on deception and lying that has received the 2016 Ig Nobel Prize for psychology. Read More

Dance Marathon kickoff event rescheduled for Sept. 28

Dance Marathon's kickoff event—originally scheduled for Sept. 17 but postponed due to inclement weather—has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 28. Read More

It’s fun and easy to check your weight and blood pressure with Higi

Faculty and staff can now check blood pressure and weight with Higi machines, which make staying on top of your health numbers convenient, simple, fun and rewarding. Read More

Get discount on tickets to World Music Night at the Ryman

Celebrate Nashville’s World Music Night at the Ryman Auditorium is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 28, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Read More

Register for Health Plus pumpkin carving competition

Join Health Plus for a pumpkin carving competition in celebration of this season’s Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market. Carve, paint or decorate a pumpkin with others in your department and bring it to the market on Thursday, Oct. 20, for voting. Read More