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Vanderbilt lights up athletic fields in tribute to VUMC frontline workers
Vanderbilt Athletics will light up recreation fields along Blakemore Avenue on the southern border of campus in tribute to the first responders and frontline workers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center caring for COVID-19 patients and others in the Nashville community. Read MoreMay 11, 2020
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Women’s Center to host May 11 conversation, May 19 film screening
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center is hosting two upcoming virtual programs for members of the Vanderbilt community in honor of National Women’s Health Month this May. Both programs are free to attend and will be held via Zoom. Read MoreMay 6, 2020
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Health Plus offers virtual Nutrition Corner
Eating nutritious foods is one way you can positively impact your health. Health Plus' Nutrition Corner makes healthy eating simple. Read MoreMay 6, 2020
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Parenting Group virtual meeting rescheduled for May 15
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center’s Parenting Group will host a virtual meeting on Friday, May 15, from noon to 1 p.m. Read MoreMay 4, 2020
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Paving work to begin in West End Neighborhood May 12
As part of continuing construction in the West End Neighborhood, portions of 25th Avenue and Vanderbilt Place will be repaved starting Tuesday, May 12. Read MoreMay 4, 2020
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Single Parent Group virtual meeting May 7
The Single Parent Group, sponsored by the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, will host a virtual meeting on Thursday, May 7, from noon to 1 p.m. Read MoreMay 4, 2020
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Talisse’s gallery talk at Frist Art Museum moves online May 8
Robert B Talisse will deliver an online gallery talk, “Overcoming Partisan Politics,” hosted by the Frist Art Museum on Friday, May 8. The session over Zoom, which is free and open to the public, will begin at 3 p.m. Read MoreMay 1, 2020
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Reach your health goals with a personal lifestyle coach from Health Plus
Health Plus provides personal lifestyle coaching as a benefit for Vanderbilt faculty, staff and their spouses. Lifestyle coaching can help you find the motivation and tools to reach your goals. Read MoreMay 1, 2020
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Play Move in May Wellness Bingo with Health Plus
Keep moving in the month of May by playing Move in May Wellness Bingo. Read MoreMay 1, 2020
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Master’s in Data Science program application deadline extended for 2020 VU graduates to May 15
Vanderbilt’s Data Science Institute is accepting applications from graduating Vanderbilt students for its master’s program in data science through Friday, May 15. Read MoreApr 26, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: W.M. Keck Foundation Research Program-Concept Papers
Vanderbilt University may submit up to two proposals, one in Medical Research and one in Science and Engineering, for the W.M. Keck Foundation Research Program. The Office of the Vice Provost for Research is currently soliciting concept papers that will be presented to the Keck Foundation for feedback in a consultation phone call in the winter of 2020. Read MoreApr 26, 2020
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CARES Act includes penalty-free distributions, changes to participant loan provisions and repayment requirements
The Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act recently signed into law earmarks more than $2 trillion to individuals and businesses and provides other financial assistance as compensation for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes several changes to retirement accounts and plans. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 V Foundation Robin Roberts Cancer ‘Thrivership’ Research Grant
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may select one nominee for the V Foundation 2020 Robin Roberts Cancer “Thrivership” Research Grant. The V Foundation has established this initiative, in honor of Robin Roberts, to fund research related to cancer survivorship and reduction of long-term complications of cancer treatment. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 Mallinckrodt Grant Program
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may submit one proposal for the Edward Mallinckrodt Foundation Grant Program. The foundation supports early stage investigators engaged in basic biomedical research that has the potential to significantly advance the understanding, diagnosis or treatment of disease. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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‘Study Abroad 101’ virtual information meeting April 30
All students are invited to learn the basics of studying abroad. Hear from Global Education Office staff about the benefits of studying overseas and how study abroad works at Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 22, 2020
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Blair Academy to offer online music lessons this summer
Take music lessons and classes online with Blair Academy this summer. Read MoreApr 19, 2020
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VUSNAPS seeking older LGBT adults for study
Vanderbilt University Social Networks, Aging and Policy Study (VUSNAPS) is recruiting older LGBT adults, between ages 50-76, across the South to participate in a study on relationships, health and aging. Read MoreApr 17, 2020
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Schedule a virtual Mindful Break with Health Plus
Health Plus Mindful Breaks are now offered via Zoom teleconferencing. Mindful Breaks allow faculty and staff to join in guided stretching and breathing to feel relaxed, rejuvenated and renewed. Read MoreApr 16, 2020
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Health Plus video: ‘Resilience to Life’s Unexpected Challenges and Stressful Events’
The Health Plus video "Resilience: Turning Challenges Into Success" provides information on ways to build attitude, skill set and healthy lifestyle practices to support having the ability to "spring" back from life’s challenges and unexpected stressful events. Read MoreApr 16, 2020
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Neurodiversity Inspired Science and Engineering Graduate Trainee Fellowship Program accepting applications
The Neurodiversity Inspired Science and Engineering (NISE) Graduate Trainee Fellowship Program is now accepting applications through July 15. NISE engages students across STEM disciplines in the development, deployment and commercialization of Future of Work at the Human Technology Frontier (FW-HTF) approaches and devices that support neurodiversity individuals and/or that are inspired by their abilities. Read MoreApr 16, 2020