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Community Research Partners: ‘Identifying the Support Needs of Caregiving Employees’ Dec. 7
"Simplifying Caregiver Resources in Elder Care: Identifying the Support Needs of Caregiving Employees" is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 7, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at The Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee, 95 White Bridge Rd., Suite 114, Nashville. Read MoreNov 18, 2018
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How to enjoy Thanksgiving while counting calories
Think you can’t enjoy Thanksgiving if you’re on a diet or trying to eat healthier? Well, thankfully, you’re wrong. Read MoreNov 18, 2018
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Smoking rate at VU falls to 4 percent
The rate of smoking at Vanderbilt University has dropped significantly in the past 15 years, to only 4 percent, down from 9.7 percent in 2003. Read MoreNov 18, 2018
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Riskapalooza 2018 set for Nov. 29
The Office of Risk and Insurance Management will host its third annual Risk Management Forum on Thursday, Nov. 29. Come to learn about your role in managing risk and enjoy light refreshments and door prizes in honor of National Risk Management Month. Read MoreNov 18, 2018
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Bridge over I-440 named for Vanderbilt professor, community activist
A bridge over I-440 has been named in memory of a Vanderbilt Divinity School professor who worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life in urban neighborhoods. Read MoreNov 18, 2018
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U.S. Department of Education announces new regulations to address sexual misconduct
Vanderbilt University will carefully consider proposed new regulations announced by U.S. Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos to replace previous guidance on how allegations of sexual misconduct are handled at colleges and universities. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Town hall sparks important discussion about equity, diversity and inclusion at Vanderbilt
Recruiting a more diverse staff and faculty, building authentic community and increasing connections with diverse businesses and suppliers were just a few of the many topics discussed at a town hall led by Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer James Page Jr. and Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence Melissa Thomas-Hunt on Nov. 13. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Vanderbilt efforts garner regional Emmy nominations
Two Vanderbilt video efforts have been recognized by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Nashville/Midsouth Chapter. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Vanderbilt University’s AAA bond rating affirmed by Fitch
Vanderbilt University's bond rating continues to be rated AAA—the highest level—by the Fitch Group, a leading credit agency. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Provost’s steering committee announced for initiative on status of women
Political science professor Cindy Kam will lead a new steering committee to guide actions and areas for study for an initiative focusing on women students, faculty and postdocs, announced earlier by Provost Susan R. Wente. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Flexner Deans’ Lecture: Dr. Rana Awdish discusses best-selling memoir Dec. 10
Dr. Rana Awdish is the author of In Shock, a critically acclaimed, best-selling memoir based on her own critical illness. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Pilot and feasibility grants available for research related to diabetes, obesity
The Vanderbilt Diabetes Center, the Vanderbilt Diabetes Research and Training Center (DRTC), and the Vanderbilt Center for Diabetes Translation Research (CDTR) announce the availability of pilot and feasibility grants in the following areas. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Chancellor to host screening of ‘Triumph: The Untold Story of Perry Wallace’ Dec. 6
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos will host a screening of "Triumph: The Untold Story of Perry Wallace" on Thursday, Dec. 6, in Memorial Gym. The event is free and open to faculty, staff and students as well as their friends and family. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day at Barnes & Noble Dec. 7
Mark your calendar for Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt’s Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day, slated for Friday, Dec. 7. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Online platform assures cyber-physical systems research is legit, results don’t disappear
Vanderbilt’s Institute for Software Integrated Systems is unveiling the Cyber-Physical Systems Virtual Organization Portal, created and curated by researchers at Vanderbilt, Arizona State University, University of Pennsylvania, UCLA and University of Arizona. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Get discount on Nations in Our Neighborhood passport at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt employees are eligible for a discount on a passport to Nations in Our Neighborhood, which features 12 participating restaurants. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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What jobs can you get with a master of marketing degree?
As a general rule, students at business school are there to get a job, and Master of Marketing students are no different. However, marketing can be a tricky field to recruit for, as each company seems to have its own titles and requirements for marketing positions. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Executive Education: Step up as a leader in 2019
Learn from leadership and strategy expert Joe Ryan about how to best manage today, tomorrow and one year out for yourself and your organization. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Vanderbilt research hub to examine issues faced by children at risk for poor health, education outcomes
Vanderbilt researchers will establish a new research hub to better understand the needs of some of some of Tennessee’s most vulnerable children. Read MoreNov 15, 2018
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Career and technical education is focus of $5M research network
Vanderbilt's Shaun M. Dougherty will help lead the Career and Technical Education Research Network, a new IES-funded research project. Read MoreNov 15, 2018