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May issue of provost’s ‘Open Dore’ newsletter now available
"During my end-of-the-academic-year conversations with faculty and staff, there was great interest in hearing more about the plans for university investments in research. As reflected in the Academic Strategic Plan, Vanderbilt and the Provost’s Office have a broad and inclusive vision of research," writes Provost Susan Wente in the May 2015 issue of "The Open Dore." Read MoreMay 27, 2015
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‘Body Farm’ novelists to sign latest thriller at Barnes & Noble
"New York Times" bestselling authors Dr. Bill Bass and Jon Jefferson, who write together under the name Jefferson Bass, will sign their latest thriller, "The Breaking Point," at 7 p.m. Monday, June 15 at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt. Read MoreMay 27, 2015
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Perry Wallace biography honored at RFK Book Awards
Strong Inside: Perry Wallace and the Collision of Race and Sports in the South was honored at the Robert F. Kennedy Book Awards held May 21 at the Newseum. Read MoreMay 26, 2015
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Independent school leaders convene for summit at Vanderbilt
Educators representing independent schools across the country gathered for an NAIS summit at Vanderbilt May 19-20. Read MoreMay 26, 2015
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Our favorite tweets and photos of the week
One of the many great things that comes with winning a national championship is watching the excitement unfold on social media. Read MoreMay 22, 2015
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‘Thrills & Chills’ American circus art exhibit opens June 11
Experience the excitement of the circus with "Thrills & Chills! The Fantastic World of the American Circus" at the Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery June 11—Sept. 4. Read MoreMay 22, 2015
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History of fashion branding topic of free talk June 12
A Vanderbilt theatre professor will discuss how people throughout time have used particular clothing brands as status symbols June 12. Read MoreMay 22, 2015
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Volunteers needed for upcoming community events
Volunteers are needed for two upcoming events sponsored by the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Read MoreMay 20, 2015
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Universitywide limited submission opportunity: Pew Scholars Program
Vanderbilt may nominate one candidate for the 2016 Pew Scholars Program in the Biomedical Sciences. Read MoreMay 20, 2015
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Universitywide limited submission opportunity: Pew-Stewart Scholars Program
Vanderbilt may nominate one candidate for the 2016 Pew-Stewart Scholars for Cancer Research Program. Read MoreMay 20, 2015
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Station B Post Office stamp and package window closed May 27-29
The Station B Post Office window for purchasing stamps and mailing and picking up packages will be closed May 27, 28 and 29. Read MoreMay 19, 2015
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Mindfulness-based stress reduction available at Osher Center for Integrative Medicine
Vanderbilt’s Osher Center for Integrative Medicine is offering training sessions on mindfulness-based stress reduction. Read MoreMay 19, 2015
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High-performance computing topic of two-day event
XSEDE, a large NSF-founded organization specializing in high-performance computing, is hosting a free outreach event at Vanderbilt June 10-11. XSEDE staff will provide an overview of and training on research computing tools and resources. Read MoreMay 18, 2015
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Help MTA determine values for improving Nashville’s transit system
What values should guide the Metro Transit Authority as it considers improvements to Nashville's transit system? Read MoreMay 13, 2015
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Project will affect traffic at 21st-Broadway-Division intersection
Metro Nashville Public Works is in the construction phase of the 21st Avenue-Broadway-Division Street Intersection and Pedestrian Enhancement Project. Beginning May 13, the traffic pattern in this area will shift to allow work to continue. Read MoreMay 12, 2015
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Dragon Music Sundays, free concert series, begins May 17
Dragon Music Sundays, a free concert series held at Fannie Mae Dees Park (Dragon Park), is back for its eighth season beginning May 17. Read MoreMay 12, 2015
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Experts to discuss EPA’s Clean Power Plan May 18-19 at Vanderbilt
An in-depth exploration of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed Clean Power Plan to significantly reduce carbon emissions from power plants is the topic of a two-day conference being held May 18-19 at Vanderbilt University Law School. Read MoreMay 11, 2015
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‘Therapeutics of Breathing’ workshops May 29-31
Chase Bossart, an experienced practitioner, yoga therapist and teacher, will lead sessions on conscious breathing. Read MoreMay 8, 2015
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Summer doesn’t have to be boring with VRWC programs
The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center offers CampVandy, CampVandy W.I.L.D., the Vanderbilt Swim School and the Acorn Swim Team to help your kids stay active and improve skills this summer. Read MoreMay 8, 2015
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Station B Post Office to be closed May 14 and 15
The Station B Post Office in Rand Hall will be closed Thursday, May 14, and Friday, May 15, due to a planned power outage. Read MoreMay 8, 2015