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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
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First-generation students find community of support at Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt programs provide strong support to first-generation students as they navigate the uncharted waters of college life. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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Provost names committee to develop vision for College Halls programming
Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost Susan R. Wente has named a new committee of faculty and staff members focused on developing the programmatic vision for Vanderbilt’s College Halls. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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Assistant principals named to Governor’s Academy for School Leadership at Vanderbilt
GASL is a partnership between the state, Vanderbilt’s Peabody College and local school districts to cultivate school leaders in Tennessee. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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IRS announces 2018 retirement plan contribution limits
The IRS has announced retirement-plan contribution limits for the 2018 calendar year. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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Vanderbilt Video receives four regional Emmy nominations
Vanderbilt Video has received four Mid-South Regional Emmy nominations for excellence in television, the industry’s highest honor. Read MoreNov 17, 2017
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SkyVU wants to hear from you: Take survey for chance to win $50 Amazon gift card
SkyVU has released a follow-up survey to measure the university community’s preparedness to navigate upcoming process changes and to use Oracle Cloud’s new software tools. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Sign up for Vanderbilt’s Osher Lifelong Learning winter term
African American pioneers in sports and entertainment, media in a time of fake news, and climate change and human health are among the winter offerings of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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November issue of provost’s ‘Open Dore’ newsletter now available
Read the November 2017 issue of "The Open Dore," Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente’s newsletter, which is now available online. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Vanderbilt astronomers continue international effort to map and analyze universe in greater detail than ever
Vanderbilt astronomers will carry out detailed studies of nearby stars orbited by planets with the potential to harbor or sustain life. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Shining a light on the nervous system to thwart disease
Researchers believe they can address problems stemming from heart rate, respiration and digestion by untangling which nerves control which bodily functions and then stimulating them with light. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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S&P upgrades Vanderbilt University’s credit rating to AA+
Standard and Poor’s on Tuesday revised its long-term credit rating for Vanderbilt University to AA+, the global credit rating service’s second-highest rating. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Vanderbilt Institute for Digital Learning offers Macrogrant opportunities
The Vanderbilt Institute for Digital Learning invites applications for Macrogrant awards for the fall 2017 cycle. These grants provide seed funding to promote development and research in digital learning. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Barnes & Noble offers faculty and staff additional discount Dec. 8
Mark your calendar for Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt’s Faculty and Staff Appreciation Day, slated for Friday, Dec. 8. Vanderbilt University and Medical Center faculty and staff will receive an additional 10 percent discount when they present a Vanderbilt ID. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Zeppos names search committee for next vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos has named a committee of university leaders, faculty, staff, a student and an alumna to lead the search for the next vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Campus Dining’s Ebanks recognized with Chancellor’s Heart and Soul Award
Maxine Ebanks is known among her colleagues for the warmth and care she shows for Vanderbilt students, including hosting an annual Thanksgiving meal in her home for those who can’t leave town for the holiday. Ebanks, a 42-year employee of Campus Dining, was recognized Wednesday by Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos for going above and beyond her workplace duties. Read MoreNov 16, 2017
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Department of State Human Rights and Democracy Fund
The Department of State Human Rights and Democracy Fund (HRDF) has 13 open funding opportunities, and Vanderbilt can submit one application to each opportunity. HRDF is the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor’s flagship program. Read MoreNov 15, 2017
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Strengthening Tennessee’s education labor market focus of Dec. 4 colloquium
Jason Grissom will discuss his new research on school leadership Monday, Dec. 4, at the Wyatt Center Rotunda. Read MoreNov 15, 2017
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Watch: ‘Unclutter Your Mind, Revitalize Your Life’
Do you find yourself busier and more distracted than ever as the holidays approach? To slow down, create focus, and live more purposefully this holiday season, watch “Unclutter Your Mind, Revitalize Your Life." Read MoreNov 15, 2017
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Women’s basketball’s Education Day will close roads near Memorial Gym Monday
Portions of Jess Neely Drive and Natchez Trace will be closed from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 20, for Vanderbilt women’s basketball's annual Education Day, when the team will host more than 3,000 elementary and middle school students. Read MoreNov 15, 2017