MyVU News
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Eric Kopstain named Vanderbilt vice chancellor for administration
Eric C. Kopstain, associate vice chancellor for finance, has been named Vanderbilt University’s vice chancellor for administration, following a national search, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced today. Read MoreMay 5, 2014
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Four from Vanderbilt receive U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarships
Four Vanderbilt University students have been awarded Critical Language Scholarships by the U.S. Department of State to study critical-needs languages abroad during the summer of 2014. Read MoreMay 2, 2014
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Infographic: Commencement 2014
Check out these fun facts about Vanderbilt's 2014 Commencement. Read MoreMay 1, 2014
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Class of 2014: Marc Panu is a playmaker in the engineering lab
Marc Panu became a YouTube sensation after a video captured the three-year walk-on athlete receiving a football scholarship in 2012. The chemical and biomolecular engineering major’s hard work has distinguished him in the research lab as well. Read MoreMay 1, 2014
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Class of 2014: Katie Walden makes serious study of America’s pastime
When Katie Walden came to Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music, she believed a piano bench would always be in her future. But four years of learning and exploration have led her to a different kind of bench—a baseball bench. Read MoreMay 1, 2014
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Adjust parking plans to accommodate Commencement guests May 9
University Central faculty and staff are asked to make alternate parking plans on Friday, May 9, to make as many spaces available as possible for guests in areas closest to Commencement activities. Read MoreMay 1, 2014
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Vanderbilt University Board of Trust approves eight new members
The Vanderbilt Board of Trust has approved eight new members, including a former Posse Scholar and a graduating senior in the College of Arts and Science. Read MoreApr 30, 2014
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VUIT recommends strategies to address Internet Explorer issues
VUIT has issued a recommendation to avoid using the Internet Explorer Web browser for now due to some recently identified vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to install malicious software on a user’s machine. Read MoreApr 30, 2014
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Chancellor, former surgeon general to address graduating seniors at Vanderbilt University May 8-9
Commencement and Senior Day at Vanderbilt will bring words of wisdom from Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and former surgeon general Regina M. Benjamin on May 8-9. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Reminder: Purchase requisition process moves to eProcurement May 5
Based on the success of the September 2013 eProcurement upgrade, the university is eliminating the paper purchase requisition process effective Monday, May 5. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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New undergraduate and faculty research collaborations inspire, inform
The Littlejohn Family Undergraduate Research Program enables Arts and Science undergraduates to conduct original research alongside faculty fellows. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Class of 2014: Lisa Koenig uses technology to build cultural exchange
Lisa Koenig's passion for service inspired her to create a distance-tutoring program that teaches English to children in Pakistan. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Class of 2014: Harvey Burrell is a cross-country crusader
A last-minute decision to sign up for a film production class changed the trajectory of Harvey Burrell’s life. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Faculty-Staff Campaign co-chairs show gratitude by giving back
Faculty-Staff Campaign co-chairs Vanessa and Trey Beasley had a very personal reason for returning to Vanderbilt. But it’s the community of support among faculty, staff, students and friends that's kept them here for almost a decade. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Vanderbilt University names two Keegan Traveling Fellows
Vanderbilt University has awarded its 2014 Michael B. Keegan Traveling Fellowship to graduating seniors David Sanchez and Emily Yount. The goal of the fellowship is to develop future leaders through world travel and experiential learning. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Should principal evaluations be based on student test scores?
Evaluating school principals based on student achievement date yields inaccurate and unfair results according to new study. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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VUIT launches Tech Hub pilot for walk-up support
Vanderbilt IT is piloting a new service called the Tech Hub, modeled after Apple’s Genius Bar, designed to provide walk-up tech support for Vanderbilt students, staff and faculty. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Prominent scientist, respected administrator Susan Wente named Vanderbilt provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs
After an extensive national search, Susan R. Wente has been named provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced today. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Construction of new Engineering and Science Building at Vanderbilt set to begin May 2014
Vanderbilt University’s Board of Trust has approved the construction of a seven-story tower on campus as part of an effort to further strengthen the institution’s growing reputation as a major producer of intellectual leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Vanderbilt Alumni Association recognizes Student-Alumni Program volunteers
Vanderbilt student-alumni volunteers in action The Vanderbilt Alumni Association is proud to recognize more than 500 volunteers who have made an impact through our Student-Alumni Programs. Through these campus programs, students and alumni connect about their shared Vanderbilt experiences and the many paths a Vanderbilt… Read MoreApr 28, 2014