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Chat with VU Master of Public Health representatives during virtual fair Nov. 20
The Vanderbilt Master of Public Health Program is a small, student-centered, interdisciplinary program in the School of Medicine. Chat online with representatives from the program during a Public Health Virtual Fair from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 2 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20. Read MoreNov 14, 2019
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Revamped civil engineering curriculum ignites students’ passions
Members of the Class of 2020 will be the first civil engineering students to graduate under a revamped curriculum, designed to engage students early by combining hands-on projects with big-picture thinking. Read MoreNov 14, 2019
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Tissue engineering expert to deliver Hall Lecture on lessons from use of biomaterials in surgery
Jennifer Elisseeff, an expert in tissue engineering who recently received the prestigious NIH Director’s Pioneer Award, will deliver a public talk on Monday, Nov. 18, about lessons learned from biomaterials used in orthopedics and plastic surgery. Read MoreNov 14, 2019
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vummiv WiFi outage Nov. 19-25 in preparation of Dec. 3 network retirement
Vanderbilt’s vummiv WiFi network will be retired on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 6 a.m. In preparation of the retirement, vummiv will be unavailable from 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19, through 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25. Read MoreNov 14, 2019
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Celebrate International Education Week Nov. 18–22
International Education Week, an annual opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide, will be observed at Vanderbilt Nov. 18-22 with a series of events on campus. Read MoreNov 14, 2019
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Peter Cummings is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, UK
Peter T. Cummings, John R. Hall Professor of Chemical Engineering and the School of Engineering’s associate dean for research, has been named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. Read MoreNov 13, 2019
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The Open Dore: Supporting the faculty
In this month’s edition of "The Open Dore" newsletter, Tracey George, vice provost for faculty affairs, discusses the importance of faculty support and how Vanderbilt is leveraging data as a means to better understand the current campus climate. Read MoreNov 13, 2019
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Metro Councilmember Zulfat Suara to speak at Wyatt Center Rotunda Nov. 15
On Friday, Nov. 15, Vanderbilt and Nashville community members are invited to attend “An Evening with Metro Council Member-At-Large Zulfat Suara,” who will give a talk at the Wyatt Center Rotunda from 7 to 8 p.m. Read MoreNov 13, 2019
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Native American Heritage Month continues with Frist Art Museum visit on Nov. 14
On Thursday, Nov. 14, community members can participate in a dinner and visit to the Frist Art Museum for a talk by featured artist Rose B. Simpson. The first 20 people to RSVP will be able to participate in a dinner at the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center, followed by a bus ride to the Frist for Simpson’s talk. Read MoreNov 13, 2019
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Feedback sought on Emergency Department services
If you have been admitted to the Vanderbilt Emergency Department, your feedback is needed during a one-time meeting to take place in mid- to late-November. Read MoreNov 13, 2019
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‘Intersection: Possibilities with Art’ forum set for Nov. 16-17
"Intersection: Possibilities with Art," a forum featuring eight Vanderbilt professors, eight upperclassmen and two student organizations, will be held Nov. 16 and 17 at the Student Life Center. The two-day event, sponsored by the student organization Kefi Collective, will introduce and investigate ways to incorporate art into various occupations and fields of study. Read MoreNov 13, 2019
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Open house for faculty interested in Residential Colleges Dec. 2
Faculty who would like to learn more about serving in residential or programmatic roles within the university’s residential college system are invited to a Dec. 2 open house. Read MoreNov 12, 2019
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McCabe elected fellow of American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Clare McCabe, Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Engineering, has been named a fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, the highest grade of membership awarded by the AICHE and achieved only through election by the organization’s board of directors. Read MoreNov 12, 2019
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Thankful Thursday: Expressing gratitude
Join Employee Appreciation as we make each Thursday in November a “Thankful Thursday.” Consider that someone special in your work life who's always there for you, and send them a handwritten thank you note expressing your gratitude. Read MoreNov 12, 2019
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HOD major goes beyond her comfort zone for high-tech international immersion experience
HOD major Porter Geer wanted to be pushed out of her comfort zone, so she applied for an immersion experience at a Nashville start-up that specializes in using blockchain technology in health care. Read MoreNov 12, 2019
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Visit Barnes & Noble pop-up shop in Vandyville on Saturday
All faculty, staff, alumni and fans are invited to stop by the Barnes & Noble pop-up shop in Vandyville this Saturday, Nov. 16, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the corner of Jess Neely Drive and Natchez Trace. This week’s shop will feature a selection of products in honor of the Salute to Service game. Read MoreNov 12, 2019
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Hold the Stuffing weigh-ins continue through Nov. 27
Celebrate good health each winter holiday season with Health Plus' Hold the Stuffing. Maintain your weight from November through January to be entered into a prize drawing. Read MoreNov 12, 2019
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Health Plus offers prenatal classes for expectant employees or spouses
Health Plus supports healthy pregnancies by offering a prenatal education program, Babies and You, to encourage early and consistent prenatal care. Read MoreNov 12, 2019
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Goldberg Lecturer Michael Yonan to discuss ‘Stories in Porcelain’ Nov. 14
Goldberg Lecturer Michael Yonan will focus on a unique ceramic depiction of "The Judgement of Paris," a story in Greek mythology, when he speaks at Cohen Memorial Hall on Thursday, Nov. 14. Read MoreNov 11, 2019
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Global Fellows Program to bring distinguished guests and scholars to campus
Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente has announced a new Global Fellows Program that will increase opportunities for the campus to engage with thought leaders from around the world. Read MoreNov 11, 2019