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Writer-in-residence Andrew Maraniss shares the story of Perry Wallace on ‘The Zeppos Report’
On the latest episode of "The Zeppos Report," Vanderbilt writer-in-residence Andrew Maraniss tells Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos about his personal journey to Vanderbilt and how it led him to write Perry Wallace's biography. Read MoreNov 27, 2017
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‘Green Roof Day’ to highlight FutureVU sustainability efforts Nov. 29
FutureVU and SEMO are hosts of this event, in which participants must photograph themselves at all five green roofs on campus to win prizes. The Nov. 29 event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read MoreNov 27, 2017
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Software Store temporarily unavailable for departmental transactions beginning Dec. 11
In preparation of SkyVU going live, Vanderbilt IT has determined that the final day to make any departmental purchases using cost centers in the university’s Software Store is Monday, Dec. 11. Read MoreNov 27, 2017
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Women’s Center presents workshop on maintaining physical health at work Nov. 30
The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center concludes its fall schedule of Work-Life Workshops for faculty, staff and graduate students on Thursday, Nov. 30, with “Working Fit: How to Maintain Physical Health at Work,” featuring Katherine Drotos Cuthbert, student well-being coordinator at the Vanderbilt Center for Student Wellbeing. Read MoreNov 27, 2017
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Clark Scholars dinner brings students, visionary donor together
Ten first-year engineering students who represent the first cohort of A. James Clark Scholars at Vanderbilt were recognized at a Nov. 1 dinner that marked the first time Courtney Clark Pastrick, daughter of the program’s namesake, was able to hear in person what the scholarship program means to the students. Read MoreNov 27, 2017
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Celebrate Giving Tuesday tomorrow, Nov. 28
Put your best forward this Giving Tuesday and make a gift to Vanderbilt. We’ll send you a pair of limited-edition Vanderbilt socks as our way of saying thanks. Read MoreNov 27, 2017
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Annual Vanderbilt University Turkey Toss set for Dec. 15
Get your free turkey, tofurkey or oven mitt at Vanderbilt University's annual Turkey Toss on Dec. 15 from 6 a.m. to midnight at Langford Auditorium. Read MoreNov 26, 2017
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Sync your Higi account to send weight and blood pressure measurements to Health Plus
Faculty and staff can now check blood pressure and weight with Higi machines – making staying on top of your health numbers convenient, simple, fun and rewarding. Read MoreNov 22, 2017
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ORNL science and technology deputy to speak Dec. 1
Michelle Buchanan, deputy for science and technology at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory, will discuss ORNL's "Current Capabilities and Future Directions" from 4 to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at the Engineering and Science Building. Read MoreNov 22, 2017
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Williams to moderate sports panel featuring VU basketball great, former Titans Dec. 8
Former Tennessee Titans stars Chris Sanders and Chris Hope will be joined by Vanderbilt basketball record-setter Shan Foster for a panel discussion Friday, Dec. 8, titled “Life After Sports: Giving Back.” Vice Chancellor and Athletics Director David Williams will moderate the event at Vanderbilt's McGugin Center. Read MoreNov 22, 2017
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‘Navigating the MNPS school choice application’ Dec. 5
Staff members from the Office of School Options at Metro Nashville Public Schools will talk about the school choice application process for the 2018-19 school year from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, in Sarratt Student Center, Room 327. Read MoreNov 22, 2017
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Crisis management panel talks campus safety at USAC meeting
VUPD Assistant Chief Rick Burr and a panel of Vanderbilt administrators trained in crisis management addressed the University Staff Advisory Council at its November meeting to discuss protests, demonstrations and other types of events that may lead to unrest on campus. Read MoreNov 22, 2017
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Chancellor celebrates an early Thanksgiving with students staying for break
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos hosted students for a traditional Thanksgiving feast at the Student Life Center Nov. 20. Read MoreNov 22, 2017
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15 faculty members elected as AAAS fellows
Fifteen Vanderbilt faculty members conducting a range of biomedical and clinical research have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Six of the 15 have received funding through the university’s Trans-Institutional Programs initiative, which facilitates research and teaching collaborations across disciplines and are a core pillar of the university’s Academic Strategic Plan. Read MoreNov 20, 2017
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VUPD designates area for safe exchange of items bought, sold online
Vanderbilt University Police Department has designated an “Exchange Area” or “Safe Deal Zone” to provide a safe environment for Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff to trade legal new or used items bought or sold online through various apps. Read MoreNov 19, 2017
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VUToday: University concerns about GOP tax plans in weekly roundup of VU news
University News and Communications publishes “VUToday,” a compilation of Vanderbilt mentions in the media, each weekday. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of Nov. 13. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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Teacher, activist Acosta to speak on rights and education of Chicanx and Latinx youth Dec. 7 at Vanderbilt
Activist Curtis Acosta's talk is titled “Victory in Arizona: Defending the Rights and Education of Chicanx/Latinx Youth." Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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Executive Education offers 25 percent discount on professional development programs
Vanderbilt Executive Education at Owen is offering university employee discounts on its programs. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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SkyVU transition necessitates temporary retirement plan contribution freeze
Because of the need to convert current retirement plan contributions to Oracle Cloud, there will be a period of time when employees are unable to make changes to their retirement plan contribution percentages. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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Vendor to demonstrate new system for proposal submissions, grant and contract management Nov. 29
One of two finalists to replace Vanderbilt’s current systems for proposal submissions and grant and contract management will provide a demonstration on campus from 8:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov. 29, in the Student Life Center Board of Trust Room. Read MoreNov 17, 2017