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Vanderbilt evolutionary biologist makes finals of a national award for young scientists
Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor in Biological Sciences Antonis Rokas has been selected as a finalist for the $250,000 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists Read MoreJun 6, 2017
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Travel Europe through art at new Fine Arts exhibition
The Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery presents "American Artists and the Legacy of the Grand Tour, 1880–1960," opening June 15. Read MoreJun 5, 2017
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Anonymous $10 million gift to Vanderbilt University will support College Halls
An anonymous $10 million gift to the College Halls program continues the momentum that is transforming the undergraduate experience at Vanderbilt University through living–learning communities. Read MoreJun 5, 2017
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VUToday: Music’s impact on language development in roundup of VU news stories
University News and Communications publishes "VUToday," a compilation of Vanderbilt mentions in the media, each weekday. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of May 29. Read MoreJun 2, 2017
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Nashville Symphony concert slated for Centennial Park Thursday
The annual Vanderbilt Family Night with the Nashville Symphony will be at the Musicians Corner in the southwest area of Centennial Park on Thursday, June 8. Festivities begin at 5 p.m., and the symphony's performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Read MoreJun 2, 2017
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Vanderbilt event benefits Nashville immigrant community
The Office of the Chancellor hosted “Food from Inside the Travel Ban,” a fundraiser for TN Justice for Our Neighbors, June 1 at the Wyatt Center Rotunda. The event featured food inspired by Syria, Libya, Yemen, Sudan, Iran and Somalia. Read MoreJun 2, 2017
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Expert: Private industry, better messaging can help overcome damage from Paris withdrawal
Vanderbilt University law and earth science professors contend initiatives that reduce carbon emissions from corporations and households can fill some of the gap. Read MoreJun 2, 2017
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University implements summer flex schedule, giving many staff Friday afternoons off
Summertime gets a little sweeter for Vanderbilt University staff on June 9, when the university’s new summer schedule goes into effect. Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced the plan for staff today in a message to the community thanking the staff for their unflagging support of Vanderbilt. Read MoreJun 1, 2017
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A message from Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announcing new summer flex schedule
Vanderbilt Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced a new summer flex schedule for the university campus June 1. Read MoreJun 1, 2017
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Faculty committee proposes plan for investment in graduate education and research
Following a collaborative rapid cycle process, an ad hoc faculty committee has released a report identifying four proposed thematic areas for future investment in graduate education and research at Vanderbilt. Read MoreJun 1, 2017
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Vanderbilt joins with the Preds for #UnitedInGold Day
Commodore Nation is standing with our Nashville Predators by declaring June 2 “United in Gold Day.” Limited-edition T-shirts are available at the bookstore. Read MoreJun 1, 2017
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Legendary filmmaker Ken Burns talks about his enduring sense of discovery on ‘The Zeppos Report’
America's historian Ken Burns spoke with Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos about his four decades of filmmaking, the lessons he's learned and what's coming next for "The Zeppos Report." Read MoreJun 1, 2017
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Comprehensive campus accessibility project underway
Vanderbilt Facilities is in the process of examining accessibility features on campus, with the long-term goal of making indoor and outdoor areas accessible and inclusive for all members of the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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New three-part HR workshop available to employees
“Charting your Professional Future: Creating an Individual Development Plan” is designed for individuals who are serious about their continuing professional and career development and are ready to take ownership of that process. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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Vanderbilt Communications receives seven awards
The Tennessee College Public Relations Association honored Vanderbilt University with seven awards during the higher education organization's spring 2017 conference. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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Vanderbilt Institute for Digital Learning announces spring Macrogrant recipients
This seed-funding program promotes development and research in digital learning, with the goal of jumpstarting innovative projects that may not otherwise receive pilot funding. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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People with less financial knowledge unlikely to borrow for college
People with low levels of financial literacy or who have used payday lending are far less willing to borrow to pay for college, according to a new Vanderbilt study. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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Blair School offers ‘Music Theory Without Fear’ June 5-9
This lively, interactive class is designed for all who want to gain a fundamental understanding of music theory in a short amount of time. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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Men’s golf falls to Oregon, 3-2, in Commodores’ first Final Four appearance
The Commodores’ bid for their first-ever national championship fell one match short, with the men's golf team dropping a 3-2 decision to defending national champion Oregon in the NCAA Semifinals at the Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove, Illinois. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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Worship is good for your health: Vanderbilt study
Religious worship can be good for the body as well as the soul, according to a new Vanderbilt University study. Read MoreMay 31, 2017