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Strengthening Cybersecurity Across VU: Best practices for managing your passwords
Passwords provide the first line of defense against unauthorized access to your computer and personal information. The stronger your password, the more protected your computer will be from hackers and malicious software. Read MoreOct 18, 2021
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Memorial tribute scheduled on campus for Vereen Bell
A memorial tribute for Vereen M. Bell, a beloved professor of English, emeritus, will take place on Saturday, Oct. 30, on Wilson Hall Terrace. The event, which will have limited seating, begins at 3 p.m. with a reception to follow at 4:30 p.m. Read MoreOct 17, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Tennessee Arts Commission Arts Project Support and Rural Arts Project Support
Vanderbilt University may submit only one application to the Tennessee Arts Commission Arts Project Support (APS) or the Rural Arts Project Support (RAPS) programs. Read MoreOct 17, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2022 Brain Research Foundation Seed Grant Program
Vanderbilt may nominate one candidate for the Brain Research Foundation Seed Grant Program for 2022. This award provides $80,000 over two years to support new research projects in the field of neuroscience. Read MoreOct 17, 2021
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Tennessee Arts Commission Arts Access Annual Grant
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the Tennessee Arts Commission Arts Access (AA) Annual Grant program for the 2023 fiscal year. The Arts Access Annual Grant category offers direct support for arts projects that focus on increasing access to underserved and underrepresented populations. Read MoreOct 17, 2021
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VKC Conversation Series: ‘Understanding How Research Works’ Nov. 8
The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Conversation Series on Research in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities presents "Understanding How Research Works" on Monday, Nov. 8, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. CT. Read MoreOct 17, 2021
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Landman awarded $2.6M grant to improve Alzheimer’s patient management
Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Bennett Landman has received a $2.6 million NIH grant to improve the understanding of structural changes in the brains of people who have Alzheimer’s disease. Read MoreOct 15, 2021
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Ask an Expert: Should I get the flu shot and COVID-19 booster at the same time?
Lori Rolando, assistant professor of clinical medicine, shares the latest guidance on when to get the flu shot and the COVID-19 booster shot. Read MoreOct 15, 2021
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Employee flu vaccinations available at Student Life Center Oct. 22, 29; student options still available
Vanderbilt Occupational Health will host two FLUla-2-Uza events, open to faculty, staff and postdocs, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 22 and 29 in the Student Life Center Ballroom. Read MoreOct 15, 2021
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K.C. Potter Center honors legacy of LGBTQI support at Vanderbilt; learn about available resources
October is LGBTQI History Month, a time when the Vanderbilt community comes together to celebrate the history of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex individuals, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements, through programming and events. Central to these activities is the K.C. Potter Center, a hub for outreach and support for the LGBTQI community and allies on campus. Read MoreOct 15, 2021
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Open Enrollment now open
Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity to elect the benefits that best meet your needs. All benefits-eligible employees must complete Open Enrollment during October 2021 for calendar year 2022 benefits. Read MoreOct 15, 2021
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Applications for Nichols Humanitarian Fund open Oct. 22
The Nichols Humanitarian Fund, which provides financial support for Vanderbilt students who wish to pursue humanitarian work, will begin accepting applications for 2022 on Oct. 22. The deadline to apply is Nov. 30, 2021. Read MoreOct 15, 2021
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A Healthier You: ‘Grow the Health of Your Wealth’
Grow the health of your wealth by accessing these resources. Read MoreOct 14, 2021
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Nutrition Corner: Fall flavors
Seasonal eating is beneficial to your health, your wallet and your tastebuds. Shopping seasonal produce saves you money at the grocery store or farmers' market. Read MoreOct 14, 2021
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Author Sasha Issenberg discusses 25-year battle for same-sex marriage in U.S. during Vanderbilt visit
The contentious policy and political battles that led to legalizing same-sex marriage in the United States were highlighted in an in-person and virtual talk by journalist and author Sasha Issenberg at Sarratt Cinema on Oct. 11, marking the 33rd anniversary of National Coming Out Day. Read MoreOct 13, 2021
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Interest session for Latinx employee affinity group set for Oct. 26
A virtual event to discuss the formation of a Latinx employee affinity group is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 26, at 5 p.m. CT. The meeting will be conducted over Zoom. Read MoreOct 13, 2021
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Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy hosts immigration panel Oct. 19
“Immigration and Inclusion: Who Decides Who Belongs in America,” a panel of Vanderbilt history and legal scholars and political scientists, will discuss the evolving definition of “citizen” throughout the course of American history and the shift toward inclusiveness. The virtual event will be broadcast on Tuesday, Oct. 19, at noon CT. Read MoreOct 13, 2021
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Vanderbilt Kennedy Center presents: ‘Down Syndrome and ADHD’ Oct. 25
The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center will welcome Anna Esbensen, assistant professor of pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, as its first speaker for the 2021-22 Kennedy Center Lectures on Development and Developmental Disabilities. Esbensen will present her virtual lecture, “Down Syndrome and ADHD,” on Monday, Oct. 25, from 4:10 to 5:10 p.m. CT. Read MoreOct 13, 2021
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‘Mastodons to Mississippians’ author, Tennessee state archaeologist to speak Oct. 19
Aaron Deter-Wolf, co-author of "Mastodons to Mississippians: Adventures in Nashville’s Deep Past," will be in conversation with Tennessee State Archaeologist Phil Hodge on Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Read MoreOct 13, 2021
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Programs for Talented Youth announces spring 2022 programs
Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth has announced its spring 2022 opportunities. They include a virtual learning option for 10th-12th grade students through the popular Mentor Immersion experience, and on-campus Saturday experiences for K-6 grade students through Saturday Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young. Read MoreOct 13, 2021