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VU BreakThru: University Course goes to the state capitol
Assistant Professor of Health Policy Gilbert Gonzales took several students from his University Course "The Nation’s Health: From Policy to Practice" to the state capitol late last month to watch Gov. Bill Haslam’s final State of the State Address. This VU BreakThru blog post, written by Gonzales, highlights some of the governor's remarks that are pertinent to the course. Read more about University Courses and other internal faculty funding programs—including TIPs, Discovery Grants and Research Scholar Grants—at the VU BreakThru blog. Read MoreFeb 13, 2018
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Role of Syriac culture in religious history focus of exhibit
The rich Syriac culture, which has faced continued threats of extinction due to ongoing strife in nations such as Syria and Iraq, is featured in an exhibit at Cohen Memorial Hall through March 2. Read MoreFeb 12, 2018
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Interdisciplinary approach yields new insights into human evolution
Vanderbilt biologist Nicole Creanza is the guest editor of a new themed issue of "Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B" highlighting interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human evolution. Read MoreFeb 12, 2018
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Second Academic Pathways symposium set for Feb. 23
This symposium will feature presentations by finalists for the 2018 Academic Pathways Fellowship program, which prepares postdocs to be highly competitive candidates for academic leadership roles. Read MoreFeb 12, 2018
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Jon Meacham discusses first year of Trump presidency in latest episode of ‘The Zeppos Report’
Visiting Distinguished Professor Jon Meacham joins Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos to discuss President Trump's first year in office on the latest episode of "The Zeppos Report." Read MoreFeb 12, 2018
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Blasting for new residential college begins Feb. 12; will affect traffic on West End Avenue
Construction crews working at the site of the new residential college in the West End neighborhood will begin blasting on Monday, Feb. 12. Blasting is expected to continue through the end of March. Read MoreFeb 11, 2018
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Next Caregiver Support Group meeting set for Feb. 14
The Family Resource Center Caregiver Support Group, a monthly service of the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center, will next meet Wednesday, Feb. 14, from noon to 1 p.m. in Room 8380A in Medical Center East. Read MoreFeb 9, 2018
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Deadline extended: Nominations sought for 2018 School of Medicine faculty awards
Nominations are now being taken for the 2018 Vanderbilt University School of Medicine faculty awards. Read MoreFeb 9, 2018
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USAC sponsoring February food drive for Second Harvest Food Bank
The University Staff Advisory Council is working with Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee to collect food items around campus during the month of February. Read MoreFeb 9, 2018
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VUToday: Civility Tennessee’s inaugural event, flu vaccine research in weekly roundup of VU news
The Vanderbilt University Division of Communications publishes “VUToday,” a compilation of Vanderbilt mentions in the media, three times weekly. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of Feb. 5. Read MoreFeb 9, 2018
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Panel discussion on sexual harassment in the workplace Feb. 22
The Vanderbilt community is invited to a panel discussion Thursday, Feb. 22, titled “Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Four Perspectives.” Moderated by Volney Gay, professor of religious studies, psychiatry and behavioral sciences, the discussion runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Luton… Read MoreFeb 9, 2018
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Ash Wednesday services offered Feb. 14 in Benton Chapel
The Office of the University Chaplain and Religious Life will offer Ash Wednesday services Wednesday, Feb. 14, in Benton Chapel from 12:10 to 12:30 p.m. Read MoreFeb 9, 2018
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My Southern Health: Male bonding is good for your health
Dr. Nathaniel Clark, associate professor of clinical psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, explains his study indicating that male bonding may reduce your stress or help you adapt to stressful situations. Read MoreFeb 9, 2018
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Summer Camp Fair Feb. 23 makes summertime planning easy
o you need a summer camp for your child? If so, join us at the 12th annual Summer Camp Fair on Feb. 23. Read MoreFeb 8, 2018
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Call for proposals for Design as an Immersive Vanderbilt Experience courses
The Design as an Immersive Vanderbilt Experience steering committee is issuing a call for proposals for DIVE courses. Read MoreFeb 8, 2018
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Limited Submission Opportunity: 2018 V Foundation Pediatric Cancer Research Awards
Vanderbilt (VU and VUMC, collaboratively) has been invited to participate in the V Foundation 2018 Pediatric Cancer Research Grant Program. Vanderbilt may choose one nominee for the program. The single nominee may apply in either the V Scholar or the Translational program type for support. Read MoreFeb 8, 2018
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Medieval architectural historian to deliver Goldberg Lecture
Lisa Reilly, a medieval architectural historian and leading proponent of digital humanities technology, will deliver the Norman L. and Roselea J. Goldberg Lecture in Art History Feb. 15. Read MoreFeb 8, 2018
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What’s On My Mind: Lessons of Black History Month inform our vision for the future
A number of remarkable African American leaders have moved Vanderbilt forward, and it’s their legacy upon which we continue to build our beloved community. In this week’s “What’s On My Mind,” Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos discusses their potent combination of courage and determination. Read MoreFeb 8, 2018
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Expecting a baby? Health Plus supports your healthy pregnancy
Health Plus wants to support you in having a healthy pregnancy by offering Babies and You, a prenatal education program to encourage early and consistent prenatal care. Read MoreFeb 7, 2018
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Deadline to use 2017 FSA funds is approaching
Vanderbilt University employees with funds remaining in 2017 health care or dependent day care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) have until March 15, 2018, to use their funds and must submit all claims by April 15, 2018. Read MoreFeb 7, 2018