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Celebrate International Education Week Nov. 15–19
International Education Week, an annual opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide, will be observed at Vanderbilt Nov. 15–19 with a series of campus events. Read MoreNov 11, 2021
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Eight resources for academic well-being
Academic wellness is a key part of the Vanderbilt student journey. The Student Care Network recommends a number of available resources to help students navigate their academic life. Read MoreNov 11, 2021
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Zost honored for research on COVID-19, other life-threatening viral diseases
Vanderbilt's Seth Zost, PhD, has been awarded a major international prize for his research on COVID-19 and other life-threatening viral diseases. Read MoreNov 10, 2021
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Research Snapshot: New target identified for rapid antidepressant drugs
Vanderbilt researchers push research on ketamine’s role as a rapid antidepressant another step forward. This work opens avenues for new therapeutics for half of people for whom today’s antidepressants don’t work. Read MoreNov 10, 2021
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Vanderbilt Unity Project co-chair honored with new role at National Cathedral
Jon Meacham, a Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer and the Carolyn T. and Robert M. Rogers Professor of American Presidency at Vanderbilt University, was formally installed as Canon Historian of the Washington National Cathedral on Nov. 7. Read MoreNov 10, 2021
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COVID-19 vaccination leave available for employees accompanying children to get vaccinated
All benefits-eligible staff members, whether working remotely or on campus, can use COVID-19 Vaccination Leave when accompanying their children to get vaccinated. Read MoreNov 10, 2021
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‘Digital Body Language: Is That What They Meant?!’ Nov. 16
Join Human Resources’ Employee Learning and Engagement team for “Digital Body Language: Is That What They Meant?!” on Tuesday, Nov. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to noon CT. Read MoreNov 10, 2021
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HR Employee Learning and Engagement presents: ‘CliftonStrengths for Employees’ Nov. 17
Join Human Resources’ Employee Learning and Engagement team for “CliftonStrengths for Employees” on Wednesday, Nov. 17, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. CT. Read MoreNov 10, 2021
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Annual VPA symposium promotes collaboration; research excellence awards announced
The Vanderbilt Postdoctoral Association’s 15th annual symposium, featuring a keynote seminar, poster sessions and presentations and talks by university and Vanderbilt University Medical Center postdoctoral scholars, was held Nov. 1. Read MoreNov 9, 2021
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Celebrate good health this holiday season with Hold the Stuffing challenge
Celebrate good health this holiday season with Health Plus' Hold the Stuffing weight maintenance program. Read MoreNov 9, 2021
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Research Snapshot: COVID-19 is the disruptive moment the older adult care industry has been waiting for
The first holistic review of older adult care operations sheds light on opportunities for industry reform. Est. reading time: 2.5 mins. Read MoreNov 9, 2021
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‘Understanding Debt So You Can Take Control’ Nov. 17
Join Brock Goodwin with Fidelity Investments as he discusses what is considered good debt versus bad debt and how to approach each with the right mindset. Read MoreNov 9, 2021
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Stacy Klein-Gardner receives 2021 ASEE Lifetime Achievement Award
Stacy Klein-Gardner, adjunct professor of the practice of biomedical engineering, has received a 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Pre-College Engineering Education Division of the American Society of Engineering Education. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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NSF awards $4M to expand national high school engineering program
The National Science Foundation has awarded partner institutions $4 million over the next three years to broaden the impact of Engineering for US All, an NSF-funded program that makes engineering more accessible to high school students and educators. Stacy Klein-Gardner serves as co-director and co-PI for e4usa. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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Wond’ry launches first Coffee Equity Design Challenge, applications now open
Students interested in systems thinking approaches to global challenges may apply to participate in the Coffee Equity Design Challenge before Nov. 19. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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WATCH: Panel discusses why local governments seem more effective than federal counterparts
A group of former and current municipal leaders came together for a virtual discussion Nov. 3 to talk about how local governments get things done. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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Research Snapshot: Discovery shows how synapses are built and function in the nervous system
Discovering a signaling pathway’s influence on brain development in a nematode sheds light on human nervous systems. Est. reading time: 2 mins. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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Veterans celebrated at breakfast event Nov. 11, Salute to Service game Nov. 13
Military veterans on campus will be celebrated at a breakfast reception on Thursday, Nov. 11, and at the annual Salute to Service football game on Saturday, Nov. 13, just two of the ways Vanderbilt University will commemorate Veterans Day 2021. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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Vanderbilt University signs on to U.N.-backed Race to Zero campaign
Vanderbilt University, which already has taken significant steps in its commitment to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, has joined the Race to Zero—Universities and Colleges coalition. At the same time, Assistant Professor Leah Dundon and 14 students are participating in international climate change negotiations. Read MoreNov 8, 2021
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Strengthening Cybersecurity Across VU: Be aware of identity theft
Identity theft is when someone uses your personal or financial information without your permission to potentially cause you personal or financial harm. Learn some measures you can take to protect yourself from identity theft. Read MoreNov 8, 2021