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Vanderbilt alumnus makes $5M gift to advance Commodores basketball program
Vanderbilt University today announced that Seattle-area businessman and Vanderbilt alumnus George B. Huber, BA’79, and his wife Cathy have made a $5 million gift to support the men’s basketball program. The gift will be used to enhance facilities and support services. Read MoreJan 17, 2020
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From our Social ‘Dores
As we kick off the new semester, our Social 'Dores have been busy capturing photos across campus and at various events. Get a snapshot of what they've been up to. Read MoreJan 17, 2020
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‘Dialogic praxis’ enhances psychotherapeutic success for youth
For young patients, therapy works best when they are encouraged to become co-experts in the search for answers, according to findings from a study in Brazil co-authored by Dominique Béhague. Read MoreJan 16, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 Henry Luce Foundation American Art Exhibition Competition
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to The Henry Luce Foundation’s 2020 American Art Exhibition Competition, which supports scholarly loan exhibitions that significantly advance the study and understanding of art of the United States, including all facets of Native American art. Read MoreJan 16, 2020
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‘Free Trip to Egypt’ screening Jan. 26
Tarek Mounib’s documentary film Free Trip to Egypt will be screened on Sunday, Jan. 26, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Kissam Center, Room C210. The screening is free to Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff with a Vanderbilt ID. Read MoreJan 15, 2020
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Phone system hold music temporarily unavailable Jan. 20
On Monday, Jan. 20, from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Vanderbilt University Information Technology will relocate the sources for Music on Hold. All VU and VUMC users of NEC phones put on hold during the one-hour relocation timeframe will hear silence while holding. Read MoreJan 15, 2020
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Apply for Adriel Bineza Graduate School Equity Fund by Jan. 26
Vanderbilt Student Government has announced the Adriel Bineza Graduate School Equity Fund, a new program that will assist students with the cost of applying to graduate or professional school. Read MoreJan 15, 2020
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Provide feedback on Nashville’s transportation challenges at upcoming public listening sessions
The Mayor’s Office of Transportation is hosting a series of public listening sessions in January and February to determine Nashville’s transportation priorities for the city’s next transportation plan. Creating an effective transportation plan begins with collecting valuable input from everyone who touches the transportation system—including Vanderbilt students, staff and faculty. Read MoreJan 15, 2020
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Faculty and staff invited to attend inaugural Inclusion and Diversity Summit
The Southeastern Higher Education Recruitment Consortium invites Vanderbilt faculty and staff to attend its inaugural Inclusion and Diversity Summit. The event is scheduled for March 4-5 at Vanderbilt Divinity School. Read MoreJan 15, 2020
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Join FutureVU Sustainability Leaders and help foster a sustainable campus
As part of Vanderbilt’s commitment to achieving zero waste by the year 2030, the Sustainability and Environmental Management Office is launching a new program—Sustainability Leaders—to improve sustainability outcomes on campus through culture change, education and the facilitation of actionable goals. Read MoreJan 15, 2020
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‘Tuning in with Tai Chi’ at Blair begins Jan. 21
Blair School of Music will offer an adult class in Tai Chi on Tuesday evenings beginning Jan. 21. Read MoreJan 14, 2020
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Vanderbilt prescription benefit vendor launches mobile app
Navitus, Vanderbilt University’s prescription benefit vendor, has a new convenient mobile app to help you get the most out of your pharmacy benefits. Read MoreJan 14, 2020
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‘Goal setting for empowerment’ topic of work-life workshop Jan. 29
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center presents Work-Life Workshops, a lecture-based lunchtime program for faculty, staff, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows covering a blend of self-care and professional development topics. Read MoreJan 14, 2020
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Vanderbilt University commits to achieving zero waste goal by 2030
Vanderbilt has announced its commitment to achieving zero waste by the year 2030 as part of the university’s comprehensive long-term strategy to significantly reduce its environmental footprint and drive positive change in the world. Read MoreJan 13, 2020
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Open Mind: Telling our stories of diversity and hope
In her latest "Open Mind" column, Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente reflects on the words carved into the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, D.C.: “Out of the mountain of despair, a stone of hope.” Read MoreJan 13, 2020
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Graduate, professional students asked to complete survey regarding preferences for future Graduate Village
Vanderbilt graduate and professional students are asked to participate in a survey that will help shape the future of graduate and professional student housing at the university. The confidential survey should take approximately 20 minutes to complete, and those who participate will be entered in a drawing to win an Amazon gift card. Read MoreJan 13, 2020
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Holocaust Lecture Series to hold online keynote event with Deborah Lipstadt March 31 at 7 p.m.
The 42nd annual Holocaust Lecture Series, which will take place throughout the spring semester, will focus on the theme “It Can’t Happen Here?” The series, sponsored by the Office of the University Chaplain and Religious Life in partnership with Vanderbilt Hillel, will include numerous programs, lectures, gallery talks and more. Read MoreJan 13, 2020
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InclusAbility initiative to host series of educational events and forums throughout 2020
Vanderbilt’s InclusAbility initiative is expanding its offerings in 2020 through a series of monthly events and programs to engage community members across the university. Read MoreJan 13, 2020
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Women’s Center seeking nominations for 2020 awards
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center is seeking nominations for its annual awards that recognize and honor Vanderbilt community members for their contributions to the advancement of university women. The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, Feb. 21. Read MoreJan 13, 2020
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2020 IFPDA Printmaking Grants Program
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the International Fine Print Dealers Association Foundation's grant program. The IFPDA Foundation supports educational projects aimed at fostering connoisseurship in the field of fine prints for a new generation of collectors, curators and specialists. Read MoreJan 13, 2020