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Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may choose up to two nominees for the V Foundation V Scholar Award program, which is open to research in all adult cancer types. The foundation especially encourages applications from minority ethnic groups underrepresented in science. Read More

The Allstate Hot Chocolate 15/5k is coming to Nashville on Saturday, Feb. 15. Road closures will be in effect, including Elliston Place from 21st Avenue to 25th Avenue North, and 25th Avenue North from Park Plaza to West End Avenue, from approximately 6:50 to 9:50 a.m. Read More

The Kefi Collective, a campus public art organization, will host the upcoming exhibition "Fire." The collective is accepting works (visual art, writing, photos, sculptures) until March 14. Read More

David C. Henderson, professor and chair of the Department of Psychiatry and assistant dean of diversity and inclusion at Boston University School of Medicine, will discuss the “Global and Local Impact of Mass Violence" on Monday, Feb. 17, beginning at noon in Light Hall, Room 208. Read More

The Data Science Institute Postdoc Seminar Series presents "Machine Learning for Ultrasound Imaging Applications" on Friday, Feb. 14. Read More

Vanderbilt Divinity School will display work by artist Michael McBride as part of “Arts in Black History Month.” The exhibit “Intimate Conversations: An Introduction to New Works" will be in the Art Room at the Divinity School through March 14. Read More

Join Karman Meyer, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and author of the book Eat To Sleep, as she discusses how the food we eat can impact our sleep. Read More

"REMAND" tells the firsthand, true story of how Henry and Jim, separated not only by an ocean and thousands of miles but also differing cultures and life experiences, met and worked together to inspire justice reform for an entire country. Read More

The [IM]Perfection Project First Year Speak-Out is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13, from 7 to 8 p.m. at The Commons Center's Fireside Lounge, Room 107. Read More

You can play an important role in creating a culture of wellness at Vanderbilt. Wellness Commodores lead by example through their enthusiastic commitment to wellness. Read More

Mary Louise Hemmeter, professor of special education at Vanderbilt Peabody College, will discuss kids and emotions at the next meeting of the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center’s Parenting Group. Read More

Thomas Altmeyer will give a gallery talk related to the photography exhibition “Long Live Freedom! Resistance by Young Germans to National Socialism" on Tuesday, Feb. 4, beginning at 7 p.m. in Sarratt Student Center, Room 220. The exhibition is on display through Feb. 29 in the Sarratt Art Gallery. Read More

Join the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center for a lunch and learn on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Nursing School’s Godchaux Nursing Annex, Room 160. Read More

The new Transit Hub, located west of Rand/Sarratt, is partially open and set to be completed in early February. The Facilities Department is hosting a series of town halls for the Vanderbilt community to voice their concerns, ask questions and learn more about the West End Neighborhood project. The next town hall is at 5 p.m. March 12 in the Carmichael Towers East Lounge. Read More

Halfway, a short play by Tom Angland adapted from true stories of citizens returning from prison to society, will be performed as part of the Vanderbilt Curb Center’s Form of Reform exhibit. Read More

February is National Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women. Health Plus encourages you to take action to reduce your risk for heart disease. Join in a variety of fun and informative events and programs with Count on Your Heart. Read More

Vanderbilt's Diabetes Prevention Program has demonstrated its effectiveness at helping employees lose weight as a means of preventing Type 2 diabetes and has received a five-year grant from the National Institutes of Health to expand the program using telehealth. Read More

Intimidated by the prospect of preparing your grad student or postdoc tax return? Are you ready to take the next step with your finances? Emily Roberts, author of "Personal Finance for Ph.D.s," is returning to campus Feb. 3 and 4 to offer basic insights on financial management for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. Read More

Pam Brown from Insight Counseling Centers will discuss self-care and mental health support for caregivers from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the Living Room of Godchaux Nursing Annex. Read More

James Grossman, executive director of the American Historical Association, and Paula M. Krebs, executive director of the Modern Language Association, will discuss "Humanities for the Next Generation" on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 4:10 p.m. at the Vanderbilt Central Library Community Room. Read More