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VERA offers training resources for faculty
Sponsored Programs Administration, within the Office of the Vice Provost for Research, continues to support the Vanderbilt research community’s transition to VERA through the VERA training page and FAQs page, the dissemination of training materials, and regularly scheduled training sessions. Read MoreFeb 13, 2022
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Limited Submission Opportunity: VentureWell Course and Program Grants spring 2022 cycle
Vanderbilt University may submit two proposals for the spring 2022 cycle of VentureWell Course and Program Grants. VentureWell Course and Program Grants of up to $30,000 are awarded to faculty or staff at U.S. higher education institutions to support curriculum that engages students in science and technology innovation and entrepreneurship. Read MoreFeb 13, 2022
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Vanderbilt’s English Language Center participates in resettlement of Afghan evacuees
The Vanderbilt University English Language Center recently collaborated with the Nashville International Center for Empowerment, a nonprofit humanitarian organization, to help with resettlement efforts for Afghan evacuees in Nashville. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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Graduate student to study biological evolution in Malaysia through ESI grant
Audrey Arner, a first-year Ph.D. student, recently earned a pilot research grant from Vanderbilt’s Evolutionary Studies Initiative to study the evolutionary mismatch hypothesis in Malaysia. The basis of the research seeks to understand how genetic characteristics that were beneficial to communities in the past could be harmful in a modern environment. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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Vanderbilt astronomers discover exceedingly rare star
A team of astronomers has made the discovery of a lifetime that will help answer burning questions on the evolution of stars. The group is led by Keivan Stassun, Evolutionary Studies Initiative member and Stevenson Professor of Physics and Astronomy. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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‘Skyscraper Gothic’ opens at Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery
The Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery presents "Skyscraper Gothic," a close, interdisciplinary look at the stylistic development of the tall office building, Feb. 14 through May 22. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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Center for Student Wellbeing offers academic and well-being coaching
The Center for Student Wellbeing offers academic and well-being coaching for students to gain tangible skills and strategic insight for meeting their academic and personal well-being goals. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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Campus Dining’s Farm to Campus Menu Series kicks off Feb. 16
Vanderbilt University Campus Dining is kicking off its Farm to Campus Menu Series on Wednesday, Feb. 16, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Commons Dining Center. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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The Pub at Overcup Oak to reopen for limited service in February
After more than a year, the popular Pub at Overcup Oak will reopen for limited service in February, starting with a series of pop-up events. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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Vanderbilt Printing Services earns Forest Stewardship Council certification
Vanderbilt University Printing Services has earned Forest Stewardship Council certification for the university’s in-house printing operation. This certification enables Printing Services to affix the FSC® checkmark logo to printed documents and publications, certifying that the paper used was sustainably sourced from well-managed forests. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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Enabling Innovation Initiative Seminar: Owens discusses ‘Innovative Within Constraints’ Feb. 18
David Owens, Evans Family Executive Director of The Wond’ry, will discuss “Inside the Box: Innovative Within Constraints” on Friday, Feb. 18, from 2 to 3 p.m. CT. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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Provost launching initiatives focused on research support, graduate education and more
Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs C. Cybele Raver today announced six initiatives that include strengthening the university’s support of research, furthering connections and collaboration with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and further defining the future of graduate education. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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‘Raising Anti-racist Kids’ topic of Parenting Group meeting Feb. 23
Mona Ivey-Soto, associate professor at Belmont University, will be the featured speaker at the next meeting of the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center’s Parenting Group. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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WATCH: Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy hosts virtual discussion on new approaches to climate change
Vanderbilt Law School professor Michael Vandenbergh will discuss bipartisan efforts to address climate change and sustainability with environmental activist Benji Backer in a virtual event on Tuesday, Feb. 22, at 12:30 p.m. hosted by the Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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Vanderbilt Alzheimer’s Disease Research Day is March 31
The third annual Vanderbilt Alzheimer’s Disease Research Day will be Thursday, March 31, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. The campus-wide academic event will showcase Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia research from multiple clinical and basic science departments across campus. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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Know your numbers in February with Health Plus
Participate in programs to measure blood pressure, weight and body mass index. These numbers can be used on your yearly Health Assessment and Wellness Actions Log for the Go for the Gold program. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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Become a Health Plus Wellness Commodore
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 MoreFeb 10, 2022
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Healthier You presentation: ‘Using Life’s Simple 7 to Prevent Heart Disease’
February is National Heart Month. Join Dr. Esther Kim as she discusses how using life’s "simple 7" can help you achieve ideal cardiovascular health. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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The Wond’ry to host a hybrid Renaissance Women’s Summit on Feb. 17
The Wond’ry, Vanderbilt's center for innovation, will host its first women’s entrepreneur summit in partnership with the Renaissance Marketing Group and Boss Talks Network on Thursday, Feb. 17. The event is for female entrepreneurs at all stages of their business journeys, with local entrepreneurs and marketers sharing tips on all aspects of growing or starting a business. Read MoreFeb 10, 2022
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Vanderbilt University statement regarding Board of Trust Audit Committee findings
Vanderbilt’s Office of Conflict of Interest and Commitment Management recently received a conflict-of-interest complaint related to Chancellor Diermeier’s previous speaking engagements and consulting work. The university takes seriously all such complaints, and in accordance with the university’s oversight process, the matter was referred to the Board of Trust Audit Committee. Read MoreFeb 9, 2022