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Vanderbilt students cap off philanthropy class with $75,000 gift to local charities
Nearly 30 Vanderbilt students took part in Philanthropy and Social Problem Solving, a Peabody College course offered as part of the human and organizational development major. The class capped off the semester by giving $75,000 to five charities. Read MoreMay 5, 2017
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VUToday: Teen suicide research in weekly roundup of VU news stories
Vanderbilt news stories for the week of May 1 include teen suicide research and college diversity "fly-in" programs. Read MoreMay 5, 2017
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Employee Appreciation Picnic to feature contests and prizes
Employees will have the opportunity to win prizes and enter drawings at this year’s Employee Appreciation Picnic. Read MoreMay 5, 2017
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New student video reveals path that brings seekers to Vanderbilt, the Wond’ry
The video’s director received strong support from Robert Grajewski, Evans Family Executive Director of the Innovation Center. Read MoreMay 5, 2017
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Ian Agol to deliver mathematics department’s Shanks Lecture May 17
UC-Berkeley mathematician Ian Agol, who received the 2016 Breakthrough Prize in Mathematics, will deliver this year's Shanks Lecture. Read MoreMay 5, 2017
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Women’s golfers earn SEC academic honors
Vanderbilt senior Kate Sborov has claimed the SEC Scholar Athlete of the Year award for women’s golf, and freshman Abbey Carlson was named to the All-Freshman Team. Sborov becomes the Commodores’ first-ever Scholar Athlete of the Year selection, while Carlson is Vanderbilt’s seventh All-Freshman Team member. Read MoreMay 5, 2017
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Acclaimed artist Mel Chin named Peabody College distinguished alumnus
Chin’s art is inspired by political and social dilemmas, provoking discussion and evading easy classification. Read MoreMay 5, 2017
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Class of 2017: Cici Xuning Zhang uses social media to connect Vanderbilt with China
When China native Cici Xuning Zhang first started searching for colleges, a university in Nashville, Tennessee—or even one in the United States—was far from her mind. Then an iconic image of Vanderbilt’s Kirkland Hall popped up on her computer screen. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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14 in engineering, A&S, Peabody earn NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
The National Science Foundation recently selected 14 Vanderbilt graduate students in fields as diverse as mechanical engineering and psychology to receive Graduate Research Fellowships. The fellowships are highly sought-after because they provide students with $34,000 annually for three years and the freedom to conduct their research at any accredited U.S. university. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Class of 2017: Musbah Shaheen finds belonging and purpose in the college experience
Growing up in Homs, Syria, Musbah Shaheen excelled in science, eventually enrolling at Damascus University Medical College at 17. After two years, he wanted to “stow away” that chapter of his life in the war-ravaged nation and explore something different. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Grand Stair dedicated in honor of alumni Ed and Sue Clark
The striking spiral staircase inside Vanderbilt University’s Engineering and Science Building was dedicated April 28 in honor of alumni and longtime university supporters Sue, BA’77, and G. Edmond “Ed” Clark, BE’76. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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May issue of ‘EDI Connect’ now available
Read the May 2017 issue of “EDI Connect,” the official newsletter of the Office for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Vanderbilt Divinity School announces renovation and expansion
A significant renovation and 13,641-square-foot addition to Vanderbilt Divinity School will begin May 5 with an official groundbreaking. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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For Vanderbilt student-athletes, each study abroad trip is unique
Last month, Vanderbilt Athletics announced plans to send 11 student-athletes on study abroad trips that will be funded solely by the department. For David Williams II, Vanderbilt’s vice chancellor for athletics and university affairs and athletics director, the opportunity is part of what makes Vanderbilt a unique destination for student-athletes. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Vanderbilt represented at LGBT Excellence in Business Awards
More than 450 business and community leaders, including representatives from Vanderbilt University, attended the 2017 LGBT Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Business Awards. The event celebrated and recognized leaders for their contributions to Nashville's inclusive business and nonprofit communities. Read MoreMay 3, 2017
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Limited submission opportunity: Pew-Stewart Scholars Program
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center may nominate one candidate for the 2018 Pew-Stewart Scholars for Cancer Research Program. This program supports assistant professors of outstanding promise in science relevant to the advancement of a cure for cancer. Read MoreMay 3, 2017
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Sign up, renew VRWC membership, get discount on massage, personal training
Need an extra incentive to get to the gym? Give yourself a chance to relax! Sign up or renew your membership at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center before May 31, and get 50 percent off any (1) massage and a personal training session. Read MoreMay 3, 2017
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VRWC offers summer youth boxing classes
Kids will have a blast learning the how-to’s of boxing while getting fit in this co-ed, non-contact class for ages 12-17. Taught by USA Boxing Coach Tramaine Crook, participants will meet at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center to master punches, blocks, combos, and learn to move like a pro boxer. Read MoreMay 3, 2017
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Vanderbilt biking classes scheduled for Nashville Bike Month
May is Nashville Bike Month, and there are plenty of opportunities to strap on a helmet and get on your bike. Biking is a sustainable, cost-effective way to get around town while getting some exercise. Read MoreMay 3, 2017
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Famous Dave’s to cater Employee Appreciation Picnic
Famous Dave’s will serve up grilled chicken breasts, veggie burgers and all-beef hot dogs at this year's Employee Appreciation Picnic scheduled for May 16. Read MoreMay 3, 2017