MyVU News
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Learning arithmetic refines the primal brain system for representing quantity
A new Vanderbilt study challenges the causal role of the Approximate Number System in mathematical ability. Read MoreJul 23, 2018
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Simply Mac offering pre-orders for Tax Free Weekend July 27-29
Simply Mac is offering pre-orders on items discounted for Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students during Tennessee’s Tax Free Weekend, July 27–29. Read MoreJul 23, 2018
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History’s Lake elected to British Academy
Vanderbilt historian Peter Lake is recognized as a major voice in the history of post-Reformation politics and the history of the English Civil Wars of the 17th century. Read MoreJul 23, 2018
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Renovated Eskind library opens, prepared to support training of future generations of physicians
The Annette and Irwin Eskind Family Biomedical Library and Learning Center opened July 18 after a yearlong, $12.9 million renovation to support the continuing evolution of medical education. Read MoreJul 23, 2018
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VUToday: Grad student’s virtual reality lab, children and opioids in weekly roundup of news
The Vanderbilt University Division of Communications publishes “VUToday,” a compilation of Vanderbilt mentions in the media, three times per week. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of July 16. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Vandy Chills Employee Appreciation ice cream event is today
Chill out from the heat and take part in the Vandy Chills Employee Appreciation event on Thursday, Aug. 9. Pick up a frozen treat of your choice on Library Lawn or at one of the ice cream truck stops across campus. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Save the date: Employee Appreciation Day at Dyer Observatory is Aug. 10
Employee Appreciation invites you to enjoy an afternoon at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory on Friday, Aug. 10. Dyer team members will provide physics experiments and solar telescopes. The free event is open to university employees and their families. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Employee Appreciation event at the Grand Ole Opry is Friday
Mark your calendars for Friday, Aug. 3, when the Grand Ole Opry hosts Vandy Night, an Employee Appreciation event. Visit the discounts page for instruction on how to receive $10 off your ticket, no tax, and no service fee. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Grant to develop method of measuring medical trust in African American men
Vanderbilt researchers have received a two-year, $250,000 grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to develop a new way to measure trust in African American men as it relates to health care. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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New Campus Planning and Construction office created
Effective Aug. 1, the Renovation and Small Construction office will merge with the Office of Capital Projects to form the Campus Planning and Construction team. The merge will offer the campus community streamlined customer service by creating one point of contact for planning, design and construction services. Read MoreJul 20, 2018
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Connections between arts and sports focus of student-athlete workshops
Engaging student-athletes in creative forms of expression and building connections between excellence in sports and the arts are among goals for three summer workshops organized by the Curb Center. Read MoreJul 19, 2018
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Team finds potent antibodies against three Ebola viruses
Researchers led by James Crowe Jr. are a step closer to developing a broadly effective antibody treatment against the three major Ebola viruses that cause lethal disease in humans. The hope is that the antibodies — like heat-seeking missiles — would seek out and destroy the viruses before they can wreak havoc in the body. Read MoreJul 19, 2018
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University leadership showcases FutureVU progress during SCUP tour
The Division of Administration hosted over 50 architects, designers and higher-education leaders from the Society for College and University Planning July 16 to showcase Vanderbilt’s FutureVU vision. Read MoreJul 18, 2018
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Student-athletes find expanded opportunities through summer internships
For many student-athletes, summer means intensive physical training coupled with taking classes to lighten their course load during the playing season. More rare is the opportunity to explore another hallmark of the college experience: a summer internship. Read MoreJul 18, 2018
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USAC leadership announced for 2018-19
The University Staff Advisory Council announced its 2018-19 officers and executive committee chairs. USAC is an advisory group to the university’s administration on issues that are important to staff such as policies, benefits and practices. Read MoreJul 17, 2018
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Risk and Insurance Management quarterly newsletter now available online
Learn about Vanderbilt's Protection of Minors policy, services offered by the Office of Risk and Insurance Management, and more in the latest edition of the office's quarterly newsletter. Read MoreJul 17, 2018
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CampusPrint pricing reduced for FY’19
CampusPrint, Vanderbilt University’s print management system, has announced a price reduction for FY’19 beginning Aug. 1. Read MoreJul 16, 2018
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Vanderbilt professors to advise Facebook data research initiative
Social Science One will study the impact of Facebook on democracy around the world. Vanderbilt political science professors Elizabeth Zechmeister and Noam Lupu will serve on the regional advisory committee focusing on research involving Latin America. Read MoreJul 16, 2018
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Dore Jam set for Saturday
Vanderbilt Athletics' annual fan day activity, Dore Jam, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Vanderbilt Multipurpose Facility, offering fans an opportunity to meet their favorite Commodore student-athletes, get autographs, listen to live music and participate in an array of family-friendly activities. Read MoreJul 16, 2018
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Doug Schmidt named associate provost for research development and technologies
Research tech expert and computer scientist Douglas C. Schmidt was named associate provost for research development and technologies by Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente. Read MoreJul 12, 2018