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Anthony Abraham Jack to give 12th annual Murray Lecture
Anthony Abraham Jack, a junior fellow at the Harvard Society of Fellows and assistant professor of education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, is the featured speaker for the 12th annual Murray Lecture. The lecture, which is free and open to the public, will be held at Sarratt Cinema on Wednesday, Feb. 12. Read MoreFeb 7, 2020
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Vanderbilt to develop plans for new on-campus university residence as part of FutureVU
Vanderbilt University is developing plans for a potential new university residence to serve as home to future chancellors and as a gathering space for the university community. The plans are part of Vanderbilt’s FutureVU land use framework and would represent a return to the historical tradition of Vanderbilt’s chancellors living on campus. Read MoreFeb 7, 2020
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Our favorite #vandygram
This week, our favorite #vandygram goes to someone who we think really captured the essence of Vanderbilt - @angiefogle! Because really - what's Vandy without its 3:1 squirrel ratio? Read MoreFeb 7, 2020
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Faculty, staff can share opinions in pair of job satisfaction surveys
Vanderbilt University faculty are encouraged to share their views on job satisfaction through an online survey being administered by COACHE starting the week of Feb. 10. Read MoreFeb 7, 2020
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Data Science Institute Postdoc Seminar Series: ‘Machine Learning for Ultrasound Imaging Applications’ Feb. 14
The Data Science Institute Postdoc Seminar Series presents "Machine Learning for Ultrasound Imaging Applications" on Friday, Feb. 14. Read MoreFeb 7, 2020
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Report 2019 contributions to outside retirement plans by April 1
If you contribute to a non-Vanderbilt University retirement plan through an outside business in which you are at least a 50 percent owner, you should report your 2019 contributions to Vanderbilt Human Resources by April 1. Read MoreFeb 7, 2020
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Stanley Cohen, Vanderbilt biochemist who won Nobel Prize, has died
Stanley Cohen, a legendary Vanderbilt University biochemist who was awarded the Nobel Prize for the discovery of epidermal growth factor and its receptor, died on Feb. 5 at the age of 97. Read MoreFeb 6, 2020
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West named to board of NAICU
Christina West, associate vice chancellor for federal relations, has been appointed to the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities Board of Directors. She will serve as an ad-hoc non-voting government relations representative for a three-year term. Read MoreFeb 6, 2020
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Spring staff listening tour kicks off Feb. 14
Interim Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer Dr. André L. Churchwell, Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain, Interim Associate Vice Chancellor for People and Business Services Laura Nairon and Senior Associate Vice Chancellor for Public Safety and Special Initiatives August Washington will continue a series of listening sessions for Vanderbilt University staff beginning Friday, Feb. 14. Read MoreFeb 6, 2020
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Get discount on tickets to Nashville Soccer Club’s MLS debut Feb. 29
The Nashville Soccer Club will open its inaugural Major League Soccer season against Atlanta United on Saturday, Feb. 29, in Nashville. Vanderbilt staff, faculty and students can get a discount on tickets by using the promo code “VANDY.” Read MoreFeb 5, 2020
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‘Arts in Black History Month’ gallery at Divinity School open through March 14
Vanderbilt Divinity School will display work by artist Michael McBride as part of “Arts in Black History Month.” The exhibit “Intimate Conversations: An Introduction to New Works" will be in the Art Room at the Divinity School through March 14. Read MoreFeb 5, 2020
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Chancellor’s Lecture to feature Bolton, Rice on U.S. global leadership
John Bolton and Susan Rice—two prominent voices on foreign policy and national security— will discuss "Defining U.S. Global Leadership" at a Chancellor’s Lecture Series event on Wednesday, Feb. 19. Read MoreFeb 5, 2020
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CANCELED: Staff WAVE Council to host listening sessions, workshops this spring
These sessions will provide opportunities for staff members at Vanderbilt to learn about the Staff Women’s AdVancement and Equity Council's subcommittees, meet council members, and engage in conversation on the status of women at Vanderbilt. Read MoreFeb 5, 2020
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Vandy Cooks: ‘Eating Right for a Good Night’s Sleep’ Feb. 25
Join Karman Meyer, a registered dietitian/nutritionist and author of the book Eat To Sleep, as she discusses how the food we eat can impact our sleep. Read MoreFeb 5, 2020
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Deadline to submit Discovery Grant proposals is Feb. 10
The Office of the Provost invites faculty to submit proposals for the next round of Discovery Grants, which are open to all full-time VU-employed (provost-reporting) faculty. The application deadline is Monday, Feb. 10. Read MoreFeb 5, 2020
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Screening of ‘Remand’ Feb. 17 as part of Curb Center’s Form of Reform exhibit
"REMAND" tells the firsthand, true story of how Henry and Jim, separated not only by an ocean and thousands of miles but also differing cultures and life experiences, met and worked together to inspire justice reform for an entire country. Read MoreFeb 4, 2020
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[IM]Perfection Project First Year Speak-Out set for Feb. 13
The [IM]Perfection Project First Year Speak-Out is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13, from 7 to 8 p.m. at The Commons Center's Fireside Lounge, Room 107. Read MoreFeb 4, 2020
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Be 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 4, 2020
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Are you the greenest Commodore on campus?
Are you the greenest Commodore on campus? Tag FutureVU Sustainability on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter with a picture or video of what you do to make campus more sustainable before Feb. 14 for a chance to win a private suite catered with Chick-fil-A for 20 friends at the Vanderbilt vs. Missouri men’s basketball game on Feb. 26. Read MoreFeb 4, 2020
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Former student-athlete and longtime Commodore to lead Vanderbilt Athletics as first female athletic director
In a landmark moment, Vanderbilt University Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente announced Tuesday that Candice Storey Lee, a former standout student-athlete and three-time graduate of the university, has been named interim vice chancellor for athletics and university affairs and interim athletic director, effective immediately. Read MoreFeb 4, 2020