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Single Parent Group virtual meeting April 8
The Single Parent Group, sponsored by the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, will host a virtual meeting on Wednesday, April 8, from noon to 1 p.m. Read MoreApr 5, 2020
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CARES Act allows retirement hardship withdrawals
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was enacted into law on March 27, 2020. The CARES Act permits Vanderbilt University to allow qualified COVID-19 coronavirus related distributions available from the Vanderbilt University Retirement Plan. Read MoreApr 2, 2020
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Book discussion of ‘A Well-Behaved Woman’ moves online April 7
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, in partnership with the Heard Libraries, has moved an “inclusive book group” discussion of "A Well-Behaved Woman" online April 7. Read MoreApr 2, 2020
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WeGo Public Transit modifies services in response to COVID-19
Starting Monday, March 30, WeGo Public Transit will begin operating a modified service plan until further notice in response to recent ridership changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read MoreMar 29, 2020
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Get active in April with Health Plus
Get creative and get active in April with Health Plus. Show us how you are staying active in the month of April and win big. Read MoreMar 27, 2020
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Listen: ‘Coping and Emotional Health during COVID-19’
Rosemary Cope, a clinician with the Employee Assistance Program, shares suggestions for emotional well-being for employees and their children during the coronavirus outbreak. Read MoreMar 26, 2020
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Beware of new phishing scam
Be aware—malicious individuals are using email to pose as Vanderbilt leaders in an attempt to steal personal information and attack the institution. Read MoreMar 26, 2020
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Employee Assistance Program ConnectCARE offers teleconsulting sessions via phone, Zoom
Work/Life Connections-Employee Assistance Program ConnectCARE now offers teleconsulting sessions via phone or Zoom telehealth videoconferencing. Read MoreMar 26, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 Conservation, Food and Health Grants
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the Conservation, Food and Health Foundation (CFH) Grants program. The CFH seeks to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. Read MoreMar 25, 2020
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Resources for autism assessment and care amid COVID-19 pandemic
The rapidly evolving challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic have caused countless disruptions for families across the country as they seek autism diagnostic assessments and support for their toddlers. In response, the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center has developed opportunities to share various resources with families, early intervention providers and diagnosticians. Read MoreMar 25, 2020
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Get Health Plus’ Tip of the Day
Health Plus introduces Tip of the Day. These tips are designed to help you achieve well-being during the current health climate, no matter where you are or what you’re doing. Read MoreMar 25, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2021 Brain Research Foundation Scientific Innovations Award
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may nominate one associate or full professor to submit a letter of intent for the 2021 Brain Research Foundation Scientific Innovations Award. The SIA program provides $150,000 over two years for innovative science in both basic and clinical neuroscience. Read MoreMar 23, 2020
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Webinar on education research federal funding for early career faculty set for March 25
A webinar for early career faculty discussing federal funding for education research is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, from 2 to 3 p.m. Read MoreMar 23, 2020
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Due dates for library materials extended to May 8
To accommodate those who have left campus and need to hold on to library books in order to complete projects, the due date for all regular circulating materials has been extended to May 8, 2020. Items may be returned to the library via mail. Read MoreMar 17, 2020
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Meharry-Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core seeks mini-grant proposals for spring 2020
The Meharry-Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core invites proposals for activities that promote ongoing, mutually beneficial, health-oriented research partnerships between community organizations and academic researchers. Read MoreMar 9, 2020
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Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center offers transformative cancer research funding opportunity
The Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center announces a funding opportunity to support innovative cancer-related projects in need of preliminary data. The goal of this award is to provide funding to support paradigm-shifting, practice-improving or policy-changing research. Read MoreMar 6, 2020
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VUMC-sponsored REDCap intermediate training; virtual option available
A REDCap intermediate training is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, at 2 p.m. in Light Hall. In this training, learn about customizations you can make to your REDCap project, including some of the additional customizations that are found under the “enable optional modules and customizations” section of the Project Setup page. Read MoreMar 6, 2020
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CANCELED: Vandy Cooks: ‘Healthy Meals in Under 30 Minutes’ March 13
Vanderbilt’s David Williams II Recreation and Wellness Center presents “Healthy Meals in Under 30 Minutes” on Friday, March 13, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Rec Center’s teaching kitchen. Read MoreMar 4, 2020
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CANCELED: Work/Life Connections–EAP to host open house March 18
Work/Life Connections–EAP will host an open house for Vanderbilt University faculty and staff on Wednesday, March 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event will be held at the Medical Arts Building, Suite 010, located at 1211 21st Ave. S. Read MoreMar 4, 2020
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REDCap introductory training March 6
Introductory training to REDCap—including designing a project, adding data, disseminating a survey and viewing data—will be held Friday, March 6, beginning at 12:30 p.m. in Light Hall. The training lasts three hours. Read MoreMar 4, 2020