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Philanthropy class donates funds to support local nonprofits and relief efforts
A unique Vanderbilt University class has ended the year on a high note by distributing $77,000 in donations to Nashville nonprofits and relief efforts related to the March 3 tornadoes and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Read MoreApr 27, 2020
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Notable ’Dores drop in on Vanderbilt students during last week of classes
As Vanderbilt students finished up their last full week of spring semester classes through online and alternative learning, a few familiar faces dropped in on some classes to show their support and share advice. Read MoreApr 27, 2020
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Huron selected as new electronic research administration system vendor
After more than a year of vendor comparison and implementation preparation, Vanderbilt University has selected Huron Grants and Agreements to replace Vanderbilt’s current electronic research administration systems, Coeus and PEER. Read MoreApr 27, 2020
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Master’s in Data Science program application deadline extended for 2020 VU graduates to May 15
Vanderbilt’s Data Science Institute is accepting applications from graduating Vanderbilt students for its master’s program in data science through Friday, May 15. Read MoreApr 26, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: W.M. Keck Foundation Research Program-Concept Papers
Vanderbilt University may submit up to two proposals, one in Medical Research and one in Science and Engineering, for the W.M. Keck Foundation Research Program. The Office of the Vice Provost for Research is currently soliciting concept papers that will be presented to the Keck Foundation for feedback in a consultation phone call in the winter of 2020. Read MoreApr 26, 2020
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Remote work for staff extended to May 8
Vanderbilt is extending “stay at home” orders and authorizations for remote work until Friday, May 8, noting that it is possible the university's first phase of increased campus activity could begin as early as Monday, May 11. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Ask an Expert: What does COVID-19 reveal about racial health disparities?
Renã Robinson, associate professor of chemistry, discusses what the COVID-19 pandemic is revealing about racial health disparities. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Susie Stalcup to retire as vice chancellor for development and alumni relations
Following more than 11 years of service to Vanderbilt University, Susie Stalcup has announced her plans to retire as vice chancellor of development and alumni relations. Throughout her tenure, Stalcup has worked to expand relationships with alumni and donors and to enhance opportunities for Vanderbilt’s more than 136,000 alumni across the globe to engage in meaningful ways with the university. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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CARES Act includes penalty-free distributions, changes to participant loan provisions and repayment requirements
The Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act recently signed into law earmarks more than $2 trillion to individuals and businesses and provides other financial assistance as compensation for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes several changes to retirement accounts and plans. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Faculty may nominate colleagues for Thomas Jefferson Award
Faculty may submit nominations for the Thomas Jefferson Award, given to a Vanderbilt faculty member for distinguished service through extraordinary contributions in the councils and governance of the university, through Friday, May 15. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Ascano, Zanic named Basic Sciences Dean’s Faculty Fellows
The School of Medicine Basic Sciences has established a new Dean’s Faculty Fellows program designed to recognize the efforts of faculty in the early stages of their careers. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 V Foundation Robin Roberts Cancer ‘Thrivership’ Research Grant
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may select one nominee for the V Foundation 2020 Robin Roberts Cancer “Thrivership” Research Grant. The V Foundation has established this initiative, in honor of Robin Roberts, to fund research related to cancer survivorship and reduction of long-term complications of cancer treatment. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 Mallinckrodt Grant Program
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) may submit one proposal for the Edward Mallinckrodt Foundation Grant Program. The foundation supports early stage investigators engaged in basic biomedical research that has the potential to significantly advance the understanding, diagnosis or treatment of disease. Read MoreApr 24, 2020
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Homelessness will worsen due to COVID-19 outbreak, but there are solutions, Vanderbilt researcher says
Human and Organizational Development Professor Marybeth Shinn outlines the solution to the homelessness epidemic in her new book, "In the Midst of Plenty: Homelessness and What to Do About It." Read MoreApr 23, 2020
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Student designers celebrated in ACE Design digital exhibit
A new exhibit available online celebrates the work of the talented student artists who comprise Vanderbilt’s ACE Design team. Read MoreApr 23, 2020
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Vanderbilt Board of Trust names four new members
The president and CEO of Nasdaq and a respected leader in the health care industry are among the new elected members of the Vanderbilt University Board of Trust. Read MoreApr 22, 2020
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Wente launches University Continuity Working Group
The University Continuity Working Group will advise university leadership by providing feedback and recommendations that allow the university to continue operating safely and productively in the coming months, fall semester and year ahead. Read MoreApr 22, 2020
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Campus Dining prepares care packages for students remaining on campus
To help ease the stress of living through heightened COVID-19 safety protocols, the Campus Dining team is distributing care packages to all on-campus residential students who visit Rand Dining Center. Read MoreApr 22, 2020
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‘Study Abroad 101’ virtual information meeting April 30
All students are invited to learn the basics of studying abroad. Hear from Global Education Office staff about the benefits of studying overseas and how study abroad works at Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 22, 2020
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23 Vanderbilt students win prestigious NSF fellowships
The National Science Foundation recently selected 18 Vanderbilt graduate students and five undergraduate students to receive Graduate Research Fellowships. Additionally, one undergraduate and 15 graduate students received honorable mentions. Read MoreApr 21, 2020