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Vanderbilt Center for Science Outreach Research Symposium July 11
High school students who completed their research projects through programs of the Center for Science Outreach will present their research at a symposium and poster session July 11. Read MoreJun 22, 2018
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Peter Cummings to teach molecular simulations to grad students in Beijing
In a one-week intensive course in June, engineering’s associate dean for research will teach molecular simulations to 44 graduate students in Beijing. Read MoreJun 20, 2018
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A look back: Peabody’s Knapp Farm was early experiment in sustainability
When George Peabody College for Teachers first moved to its current location in 1914, across from Vanderbilt, no one talked about sustainability. Yet the idea became a centerpiece of the school’s mission to educate farmers, as well as to train the teachers who would educate the children of farmers. As a result, Peabody became the only teachers college in the United States to open a demonstration farm. Read MoreJun 18, 2018
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Vanderbilt mourns death of Owen Professor Gary D. Scudder
Gary Scudder, the James A. Speyer Professor of Production Management at Vanderbilt's Owen Graduate School of Management, has died at the age of 65. Read MoreJun 15, 2018
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Limited submission opportunity: 2019 Sloan Research Fellowships
Vanderbilt may nominate up to three tenure-track faculty per department for the Sloan Research Fellowships. Read MoreJun 14, 2018
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Nashville Farmers’ Market returns to campus through Oct. 25
The Nashville Farmers' Market returned to Vanderbilt's campus June 7 and will be held every Thursday through Oct. 25 with new hours: 1:30 to 5 p.m. The market is located on Medical Center Plaza outside Langford Auditorium. Read MoreJun 14, 2018
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Limited submission opportunity: Procter & Gamble Fund Higher Education Grant Program
The Procter & Gamble Fund Higher Education Grant Program has been established to provide support for efforts of regionally accredited U.S. colleges and universities that will better prepare students for success in business. Read MoreJun 13, 2018
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Boomers, Elders and More: What is home health care?
Come hear Kerry Gillihan, CEO of Vanderbilt Home Care Services on Wednesday, June 20th from noon to 1 p.m. as he talks about home health care. Kerry will talk about the history of home health services that Vanderbilt Home Care offers, and how home health care can assist families with transitional care. Read MoreJun 13, 2018
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Babies and You: ‘Postpartum Care’ June 21
Health Plus wants to support you in having a healthy pregnancy by offering Babies & You, a prenatal education program to encourage early and consistent prenatal care.The program is offered to Vanderbilt faculty/staff, spouses, or dependent children. Read MoreJun 13, 2018
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Wellcast: Benefits of ‘Know Your Numbers’ program
Robby Bishop of Health Plus and Rosie Mosley of the Vanderbilt Information Management Department discuss the Know Your Numbers program, a biometrics measurement program that is a benefit for faculty and staff. . Read MoreJun 13, 2018
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Memorial for Nancy Ransom June 16
A memorial service will be held for Nancy Ransom, founding director of the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center at Vanderbilt and a champion of women’s rights, education and gender equality. Read MoreJun 13, 2018
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Wellcast: I am not my diagnosis
One in five American adults experience some form of mental illness each year. In this EAP Wellcast, Rosemary Cope, EAP Counselor, and Emma Finn, LMFT, RN-BC discuss how a diagnosis of a mental health condition can mark a new beginning of a happy and productive life rather define or diminish a person and what they can contribute to society. Read MoreJun 12, 2018
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Farmer’s Market Returns to VUMC Plaza
The Nashville Farmers' Market is held every Thursday through October 25 with new hours from 1:30-5:00 p.m. The market is located on the medical center plaza outside Langford Auditorium. Read MoreJun 11, 2018
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Anchor man: Zeppos marks 10 years as Vanderbilt’s chancellor
In this exclusive story from the latest issue of 'Vanderbilt Magazine,' we look back on Nicholas S. Zeppos' first 10 years as chancellor—and hear his thoughts on Vanderbilt's trajectory for the future. Read MoreJun 8, 2018
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My Southern Health: 6 tips for itchy, watery eyes this summer
The season can be a bane to your peepers if you suffer from eye allergies. If you have itchy eyes during this time of the year, take note of these tips from Christine Rust, M.D., an ophthalmologist at the Vanderbilt Eye Institute. Read MoreJun 8, 2018
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Limited Submission Opportunity: W.M. Keck Research Program
Vanderbilt University may submit up to two proposals, one in Medical Research and one in Science and Engineering, for the W. M. Keck Research Program. The Office of the Vice Provost for Research is currently soliciting concept papers which will be presented to the Keck Foundation for feedback in a consultation phone call in the summer of 2018. Read MoreJun 8, 2018
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Mr. C’s Kids Club registration now open
Parents and Vanderbilt fans are invited to register their kids (grades 8th and under) for Mr. C's Kids Club. Read MoreJun 8, 2018
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Eid ul-Fitr service offered June 12
Vanderbilt University Medical Center Department of Pastoral Care is pleased to offer a celebration of Eid ul-fitr. This service will be led by Imam Ossama Bahloul, Resident Scholar of the Islamic Worship Center of Nashville. Read MoreJun 7, 2018
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Peabody College faculty earn awards and honors in 2017-18
The recent academic year was outstanding for Peabody College faculty members whose scholarship, teaching and service earned the admiration of peers near and far. Read MoreJun 6, 2018