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Sleep specialist: Start preparing now for this weekend’s time change
When Daylight Saving Time takes effect on Sunday, March 8, it doesn’t have to mean a miserably groggy Monday morning. Start planning now to ease your body into the transition, says Vanderbilt Sleep Disorders Center specialist Kelly Brown. Read MoreMar 3, 2015
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Stephen Sanders, JD’78 is Law School’s 2014–2015 Social Justice Fellow
Stephen Sanders, JD’78, has built a successful law career advocating for people affected in some way by the coal mining industry in Eastern Kentucky. The Vanderbilt Law School recognized his contributions by naming him the 2014–2015 Social Justice Fellow. Sanders spent three days on campus in February presenting to the… Read MoreFeb 27, 2015
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Paralyzed by accident, grad student engineers his future with exoskeleton
Andrew Ekelem, who has used a wheelchair since a college snowboarding accident, brings an invaluable perspective to the lab of mechanical engineer Michael Goldfarb. Read MoreFeb 26, 2015
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‘Sicily in the Age of Archimedes’ topic of lecture at Parthenon Thursday
Professor Malcolm Bell III, professor emeritus of Greek art and archaeology at the University of Virginia, will present "Sicily in the Age of Archimedes" from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Nashville Parthenon. Read MoreFeb 26, 2015
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February issue of provost’s ‘Open Door’ newsletter now available
Vanderbilt fosters a distinctive culture characterized by strengths of collaboration, creativity and civility. It is a good time to reflect on these distinctions, writes Provost Susan Wente in the February issue of "The Open Dore," her monthly newsletter. Read MoreFeb 24, 2015
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Scholarship applications for Blair’s 2015-16 precollege program due March 13
The Blair School of Music is privileged to award a number of merit and need-based scholarships to precollege students. Applications for 2015-16 are now available and due to be completed by March 13. Read MoreFeb 24, 2015
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Our favorite winter weather photos of the week
The week brought snow, ice and bitterly cold temperatures to Middle Tennessee, and for some, the opportunity to experience campus in whole new ways. Check out how Vanderbilt documented the winter weather on social media. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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Exhibition examining death through art opens at Fine Arts Gallery March 12
'Memento Mori: Looking at Death in Art and Illustration' opens March 12 at the Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery with a reception 5–7 p.m. in Cohen Memorial Hall. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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WOW: ‘Kosher and Halal foods – making way for interfaith dialogue at the table’
World on Wednesdays presents "Kosher and Halal Food Offerings: Making way for Interfaith Dialogue at the table," on Feb. 25 at 12:10 p.m. at the Student Life Center. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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Snow Daze: How VUMC weathered the storm
The winter storm that swept through Middle Tennessee last week brought a little bit of everything to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. See the week in pictures. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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Environmental engineer visits home to help rice farmers overcome drought
Vanderbilt environmental engineering graduate student Thushara Gunda returned to her native Sri Lanka to learn how South Asian rice farmers can adapt to drought and grow the highest yields possible. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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George Peabody 220th birthday celebration moved to Feb. 25
Celebrate George Peabody's 220th birthday at the Wyatt Center Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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Bite into a healthy lifestyle with National Nutrition Month
Learn how to make small, steady changes that over time lead to big rewards. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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Alumna’s Dannijo is the Accessories Startup the A-List Adores
Who are you wearing? This Oscar season, expect to hear Dannijo answered among some of the leading brands of fashion. Founded by Danielle Snyder, BS’07, and her sister, Jodie, the jewelry startup has become a favorite among celebrities. Inc.com shares their story. Read MoreFeb 18, 2015
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Wellcast: Using wearable devices to measure your activity
Which wearable device is right for your lifestyles and goals? Read MoreFeb 13, 2015
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VUMC submission opportunity: 2015 V Scholar Grant for Cancer Research (revised)
The V Scholar Award supports young tenure-track faculty to begin their cancer research career. Read MoreFeb 12, 2015
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VUMC submission opportunity: 2015 Translational Grant/V Foundation (revised)
Vanderbilt may nominate one candidate for the V Foundation 2015 Translational Grant. Read MoreFeb 12, 2015
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Inaugural Commons Unplugged week to feature green forum, green fair
The first-ever Commons Unplugged environmental awareness week, scheduled for Feb. 15–21, will celebrate sustainability and natural resource and energy conservation through a variety of events targeting Vanderbilt’s first-year student population. Read MoreFeb 11, 2015
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Hot Chocolate 15/5k will close roads near campus Feb. 14
The Hot Chocolate 15k/5k is coming to Nashville Feb. 14. Road closures will be in effect, including two westbound lanes of West End Avenue. Read MoreFeb 11, 2015
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Register now for Sarratt’s Summer Youth Art Institute
The Sarratt Summer Youth Art Institute at Vanderbilt is planning another exciting summer of art for ages 5-16. Read MoreFeb 11, 2015