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Levine to sign ‘The Marvelous Mustard Seed’ at Parnassus Books May 19
Amy-Jill Levine will discuss and sign copies of her latest book, The Marvelous Mustard Seed, at Parnassus Books from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19. Based on the mustard seed parable in the Bible, this inspiring children's book shows young readers that one tiny seed—just like one small child—carries a world of potential. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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10 faculty proposals funded through new Library Collections Initiative
Ten projects involving 25 faculty and staff members have been awarded nearly $750,000 through the internally funded Library Collections Initiative to strategically bolster collections. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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FutureVU releases comprehensive vision for development of campus
A holistic vision for the physical development of campus over the next 20 to 30 years is now available on the FutureVU website. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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New leadership at the Central Library
Kasia Gonnerman is the new director of Vanderbilt University's Central Library. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Register for Outdoor Rec adventure trips beginning May 17
Go on an adventure with Outdoor Rec at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center this summer. Enjoy the great outdoors through trips that feature caving, kayaking, climbing and more. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Diversity lecture on pregnancy and cardiovascular health set for June 4
Pregnancy, cardiovascular disease and maternal mortality will be the topic when the University of Illinois at Chicago's Mulubrhan F. Mogos speaks Monday, June 4, from noon to 1 p.m. in the Nursing Annex, Room 162, as part of the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Dean’s Diversity Lecture Series. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Wellcast: ‘FutureVU and a Healthier You’
Vice Chancellor for Administration Eric Kopstain discusses FutureVU, Vanderbilt's land use planning initiative. He explains the goals of FutureVU and describes the many ways it is enhancing the health and wellness of faculty, staff and students. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Vandy Walks: ‘Annuals and Perennials in Bloom’ May 22
Looking for the perfect lunch break? Join Vandy Walks for a guided walk around Vanderbilt's campus. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Thousands participate in Vanderbilt University Employee Appreciation Picnic
Thousands of faculty and staff members attended Vanderbilt University’s first independently hosted Employee Appreciation Picnic: Under the Big Top Tuesday on Magnolia Lawn. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Emeritus English professor who wrote Jane Austen biography dies
John W. Halperin, Centennial Professor of English, emeritus, died this spring at his home in La Jolla, California, from heart failure. He was 76. Read MoreMay 16, 2018
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Four from Vanderbilt named as SEC Academic Leadership fellows
Four Vanderbilt University faculty members have been named as SEC Academic Leadership Development Program fellows for 2018-19. The program is a professional growth initiative that seeks to identify, prepare and advance academic leaders for roles within SEC institutions and beyond. Read MoreMay 15, 2018
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VU BreakThru: TIPs grant funds innovative research into the microbiome
Right under your nose but unseen by the human eye is the microbiome—the totality of microbes in an environment. The Vanderbilt Microbiome Initiative, funded by a TIPs grant, is coordinating basic, translational and clinical scholarship to help unlock the mysteries of these bacteria, viruses and more. Learn about the initiative and its new website in this VU BreakThru blog post. Read more about TIPs grants and other internal faculty funding programs—including University Courses, Research Scholar Grants and Discovery Grants—at the VU BreakThru blog. Read MoreMay 15, 2018
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Campus Dining offers faculty and staff meal-plan discounts for limited time
From May 21 through 25, Vanderbilt Campus Dining is offering Vanderbilt University faculty and staff members a limited-time discount on meal plans. Read MoreMay 15, 2018
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Vanderbilt University to replace AccessVU June 25
As Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center continue to restructure into distinct entities, many shared technical systems must be reconfigured. Beginning June 25, Vanderbilt University will move to a new identity management tool called VU Identity. Read MoreMay 15, 2018
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‘Triumph’ film celebrated at historic Woolworth on 5th
Vanderbilt celebrated the inclusion of "Triumph: The Untold Story of Perry Wallace" in this year’s Nashville Film Festival at an event May 12 at the historic Woolworth on 5th restaurant—a key site in Nashville’s and the nation’s civil rights history. Read MoreMay 14, 2018
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Submit nominations for Chancellor’s Heart and Soul staff awards
Nominations are open for the Chancellor's Heart and Soul Staff Appreciation Awards, which recognize everyday dedication and contributions. The deadline is July 31. Read MoreMay 14, 2018
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Working group recommends new data sciences institute, faculty and educational programs
A data science institute, new faculty and technical staff, and expanded educational offerings are the key investments recommended by the Data Science Visions Working Group. Read MoreMay 14, 2018
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Student-athletes cap their careers with Vanderbilt degrees
Vanderbilt awarded graduate and undergraduate degrees to current and former Commodore student-athletes during Friday's Commencement celebration on campus. Vanderbilt boasted a graduation success rate of 92 percent during the past academic year, a measure of degree completion compiled by the NCAA. Read MoreMay 14, 2018
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Employee picnic is tomorrow, May 15
Vanderbilt University’s Employee Appreciation Picnic: Under the Big Top is set for Tuesday, May 15, from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Magnolia Lawn. Read MoreMay 14, 2018
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Guidance on flexible summer schedules
As summer begins, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos would like to remind staff of the university’s flexible schedule opportunities, which support work-life balance. Read MoreMay 14, 2018