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My Southern Health: Sleep apnea – what you need to know
Feeling tired during the day? Excessively tired, even after a night’s sleep? That and loud snoring at night could be signs of a bigger problem, said Beth Malow, director of the Vanderbilt Sleep Center. Read MoreOct 9, 2017
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SECURITY NOTICE: Aggravated robbery off campus
On Oct. 9 at 4:05 a.m., the Metro Nashville Police Department and VUPD responded to a robbery at the Rite Aid located at 2416 West End Ave. Read MoreOct 9, 2017
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Great news about the retirement plan for eligible faculty and staff
Open Enrollment Oct. 17-31 is a good time to review your 403(b) Retirement Plan. Beginning Jan. 1, 2018, VU will match voluntary contributions of 1 percent or 2 percent (up to 5 percent total, mandatory and voluntary). Read MoreOct 9, 2017
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Investing in community: Melissa Thomas-Hunt is the inaugural vice provost for inclusive excellence
Melissa Thomas-Hunt, Vanderbilt’s inaugural vice provost for inclusive excellence, sees a big part of her new role as breaking down the traditional notions of “diversity.” Read MoreOct 9, 2017
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New faculty: Kejia Hu, assistant professor of operations management
Kejia Hu, new assistant professor of operations management, believes big data can be used as a tool for good, bringing about positive change in the marketplace. And her research can prove it. Read MoreOct 9, 2017
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New faculty: Matthew Zaragoza-Watkins, assistant professor of economics
As one of the architects of California’s successful statewide carbon cap-and-trade program, Matthew Zaragoza-Watkins, a new assistant professor of economics at Vanderbilt, worked to find a way for companies in California to reduce their carbon emissions while still remaining competitive with firms in states with fewer environmental regulations. Read MoreOct 9, 2017
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Celebrate Campus Sustainability Month with SEMO/SustainVU in October
In celebration of Campus Sustainability Month, join SustainVU for several sustainability-themed events in October. Read MoreOct 6, 2017
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Don’t forget to power down before fall break
Vanderbilt community members who are going to be away from their dorm, office or home for an extended period of time during fall break should remember to power down before they leave. Read MoreOct 6, 2017
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VUToday: Gun violence and mental health in weekly roundup of VU news
University News and Communications publishes “VUToday,” a compilation of Vanderbilt mentions in the media, twice weekly. Read a selection of Vanderbilt news stories for the week of Oct. 2. Read MoreOct 6, 2017
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Submit nominations for Commodore Award and new diversity award
Nominations will be accepted for two Vanderbilt University awards beginning Oct. 15: the 2017 Commodore Award and the new Distinguished Leadership Award to Recognize Staff Leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Read MoreOct 6, 2017
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Open Enrollment for 2018 benefits is Oct. 17–31
Open Enrollment is Oct. 17-31. All benefits-eligible VU employees must complete OE. This is the annual opportunity to choose the benefits that best meet your needs. Read MoreOct 6, 2017
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Limited submission opportunity: 2018 David Mahoney Neuroimaging Program
Vanderbilt anticipates the opportunity to nominate one candidate for the 2018 David Mahoney Neuroimaging Program of the Dana Foundation. Read MoreOct 5, 2017
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Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jesse Eisinger to speak at Vanderbilt Oct. 17
Investigative reporter Jesse Eisinger will speak at Vanderbilt Law School Oct. 17. Read MoreOct 5, 2017
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Enjoy safe trick-or-treating with Greeks and student-athletes Oct. 31
Vanderbilt’s Office of Greek Life and Student-Athlete Advisory Committee host the annual Trick-or-Treat with Greeks and Student-Athletes from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31. Read MoreOct 5, 2017
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Kudos: Read about faculty, staff and alumni awards, appointments and achievements
Read about the latest faculty, staff and alumni awards, appointments and achievements. Read MoreOct 5, 2017
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Admiral thanks educators for their service
America in the era before World War I is a good place to look for answers to what the nation should be doing now, Adm. James Stavridis said Tuesday evening during the latest installment of the Chancellor's Lecture Series. Read MoreOct 4, 2017
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Get up to $240 wellness credit for completing Go for the Gold by Oct. 31
Faculty and staff paying for Vanderbilt Health Plan benefits beginning Jan. 1, 2018, can earn a wellness credit of up to $240 for completing Go for the Gold by Oct. 31. Read MoreOct 4, 2017
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Register for the Health Plus pumpkin carving competition
Join Health Plus for a pumpkin carving competition in celebration of the last week of this season’s Vanderbilt Farmers’ Market. Carve or decorate a pumpkin with others in your department and bring it to the Farmers' Market on Thursday, Oct. 26, for voting. Read MoreOct 4, 2017
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‘Dismantling Ableism’ to feature panel of disability advocates Oct. 26
Disability advocates will share their personal and professional journeys and discuss how to dismantle ableism. Read MoreOct 4, 2017
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Engineering professor, adviser to four-time rocket launch champions wins Chancellor’s Cup
The Chancellor’s Cup is presented annually to the professor who makes the greatest intellectual and academic contributions to undergraduate students outside of classroom teaching. Read MoreOct 4, 2017