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SENSE Theatre Camp presents ‘The Year of the Ladybug’ June 17-18
"The Year of the Ladybug" is the capstone performance of the SENSE Theatre Summer Camp for youths with autism spectrum disorders and peer actors. The performances are free. Read MoreJun 14, 2016
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Get discount on new Owen Executive Development Institute course ‘Making Strategic Decisions’
The Owen Executive Development Institute is offering a 25 percent discount to all Vanderbilt staff who wish to enroll in the new course "Making Strategic Decisions," scheduled for June 27-28. Read MoreJun 14, 2016
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‘Glenn Merchant: A Red Wheel Barrow’ at Space 204 through Sept. 8
The Vanderbilt University Department of Art presents "Glenn Merchant: A Red Wheel Barrow" at Space 204 in the E. Bronson Ingram Studio Arts Center. A reception will be held Friday, July 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. Read MoreJun 13, 2016
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Dan Whittle, BA’84: Cuban Preservation
As Cuba and the U.S. renew diplomatic ties, a tropical island paradise beckons American tourists and businesses long excluded from its shores. Which is exactly what concerns Dan Whittle. The senior attorney for the nonprofit Environmental Defense Fund, an advocacy group known for its work on ecosystem restoration and oceans,… Read MoreJun 9, 2016
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Dr. Brett Snyder, BS’85, MD’89: Giving Children Something to Smile About
One of life’s universal joys is making a child smile. Another is bringing tears of gratitude to the eyes of that child’s parents. For more than 20 years, Dr. Brett Snyder has experienced both by providing volunteer pediatric craniofacial care to children overseas and in his community. With their son,… Read MoreJun 9, 2016
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Chapters Bring Vanderbilt Classrooms to Alumni
Vanderbilt alumni share a passion for lifelong learning and often request educational programs. Read MoreJun 9, 2016
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My Southern Health: Tips for putting food safety first at farmers’ markets
When shopping at your local farmers' markets, keep food safety in mind. Read MoreJun 8, 2016
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Babies and You June 16: Postpartum care
Health Plus wants to support you in having a healthy pregnancy by offering Babies and You, a prenatal education program to encourage early and consistent prenatal care. Read MoreJun 8, 2016
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Nashville Farmers’ Market at VUMC opens June 9
After an unexpected delay of its scheduled launch on June 2, the 2016 Nashville Farmer’s Market at Vanderbilt University Medical Center will open this Thursday, June 9. Visit the market on Thursdays from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Medical Center plaza near Eskind Library. Read MoreJun 8, 2016
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Vanderbilt mourns the loss of Donny Everett
The Vanderbilt University community is mourning the death of Donny Everett, a rising sophomore and pitcher on the Commodore baseball team, following a drowning accident June 2 in Coffee County, Tennessee. Funeral services for Everett are scheduled for Tuesday in Clarksville, Tennessee. Read MoreJun 6, 2016
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Submit poster abstracts now for 2016 Kennedy Center Science Day
The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center's 2016 Science Day is Sept. 19 from noon to 5:30 p.m. in the Student Life Center. Each year more than 100 posters are presented by undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, research faculty and research staff. The poster submission process is competitive, and the call for poster abstracts is now open. Read MoreJun 2, 2016
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Vandy Walks June 16: ‘Architecture – Past and Present’
Paul Marshall, an architect with Campus Planning and Construction, will lead the June 16 Vandy Walks event. The group will meet at noon on the Rand Hall Terrace, and the walk will last until approximately 1 p.m. Read MoreJun 1, 2016
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Vanderbilt hires Stephanie White to lead women’s basketball
Vanderbilt University has hired Stephanie White as head women's basketball coach, Athletic Director David Williams announced Tuesday. White, who currently is serving her second season as head coach of the WNBA's Indiana Fever, becomes just the fifth all-time head coach in the history of the Vanderbilt program. Read MoreMay 24, 2016
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May issue of provost’s ‘Open Dore’ newsletter now available
Read the May issue of "The Open Dore," Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente’s newsletter, which is now available online. Read MoreMay 23, 2016
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Vandy Walks presents ‘Photography: Walk & Shoot’ May 26
Vandy Walks presents "Photography: Walk & Shoot" on Thursday, May 26, from noon until 1 p.m. Read MoreMay 19, 2016
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John Powers, BA’01, named 2016 Guggenheim Fellow
John Douglas Powers, BA’01, has been named a 2016 Guggenheim Fellow by the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation. His sculptures, installations, animation and video works have been exhibited nationally and internationally. Read MoreMay 15, 2016
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William Jung, BA’80, nominated to serve as federal court judge
William Jung, BA’80, is one of eight lawyers nominated by President Barack Obama to serve as a federal court judge. Jung specializes in white collar criminal defense and complex civil litigation. Prior to starting his own firm, Jung served as an assistant United States attorney for six years. He is… Read MoreMay 14, 2016
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Our favorite #vandygram photos of the week
Another great Commencement has come and gone. Take a look at some of our favorite photos of the week on the Get Social website. Read MoreMay 13, 2016
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Young Alumnus Pays It Forward with Monthly Gift
When Nathan Bird, BE’15, got married at the end of last year and sat down with his wife, Katherine, to plan their first budget together, it was important to him to set aside funds for Vanderbilt. “My wife and I knew we both wanted to give back to the various… Read MoreMay 12, 2016
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Asheeka Desai: Communication Studies Major and Head Resident, Hank Ingram House
I’m graduating in May, and while it will be hard to leave Vanderbilt, it will be even harder to leave The Commons. The Commons has been such a defining part of my Vanderbilt experience, and has been my home here since day one. After my first year I became… Read MoreMay 12, 2016