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Boomers, Elders and More: ‘Family Dynamics in Caregiving’ Aug. 16
oin Gretchen Napier, CEO of LifeLinks Care Management and Advocacy, as she shares tips for avoiding the potholes of family dynamics. This session of the Boomers, Elders and More series is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16, in Light Hall, Room 431. Read MoreAug 9, 2017
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School of Nursing celebrates accomplishment during August pinning ceremonies
The Vanderbilt University School of Nursing recognized more than 350 students for the completion of their programs with pinning ceremonies held at Langford Auditorium Aug. 6. Pinning is a tradition unique to nursing that signifies entry into the profession. Read MoreAug 9, 2017
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Vanderbilt IT speaks to University Staff Advisory Council about how to protect against phishing attacks
Masood Sidiqyar, VUIT’s director of security operations, spoke to members of the University Staff Advisory Council Aug. 8 about how to spot a malicious email. Read MoreAug 9, 2017
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Make a change for life: Attend upcoming Diabetes Prevention Program info sessions
Health Plus is offering new sessions of the national Diabetes Prevention Program for faculty, staff and/or their spouses with prediabetes or a history of gestational diabetes. Read MoreAug 9, 2017
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Babies and You: ‘Caring for Your Newborn’ Aug. 17
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. Dr. Sunny Bell will discuss "Caring for Your Newborn" from noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 17 in Light Hall, Room 411. Read MoreAug 9, 2017
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McSeveney, historian of the Gilded Age, dead at 86
Retired history professor Samuel T. McSeveny has died at the age of 86. Read MoreAug 8, 2017
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A&S student featured in 2017 Shakespeare in the Park
Miranda Pepin, an Arts and Science rising senior, performs two roles in the Nashville Shakespeare Festival's double feature, "The Winter's Tale" and "Antony and Cleopatra," at Centennial Park. Read MoreAug 8, 2017
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Vanderbilt Translational Research Forum set for Oct. 13
The 2017 Vanderbilt Translational Research Forum will feature more than 25 nationally recognized Vanderbilt researchers presenting their translational science, as well as a special guest speaker. Read MoreAug 8, 2017
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One lane of Medical Center Drive closed Aug. 12
From 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, Medical Center Drive will be reduced to one southbound lane of traffic. The lane reduction will extend from the intersection of Medical Center Drive and 21st Avenue South to the crosswalk at the west exit of East Garage. Read MoreAug 8, 2017
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New search committee for VBI director is appointed
A new committee has been named to lead a national search for the Barlow Family Director of the Vanderbilt Brain Institute. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Vanderbilt begins Phase 1 trials of new Alzheimer’s drug
Developed at Vanderbilt, VU319 is designed to precisely target a specific neuron receptor associated with cognitive function while avoiding potentially dangerous side effects. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Professor Holly Tucker shares her process of bringing history to life on ‘The Zeppos Report’
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos interviews Professor of French Holly Tucker, author of "City of Light, City of Poison," on "The Zeppos Report." Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Learn songwriting from the pros at Blair
Grammy-nominated songwriter Odie Blackmon demystifies the world of songwriting for aspiring writers who may not read traditional music. Learn to write songs and have your songs critiqued by Music Row’s finest songwriters, publishers, producers and performers in Deanna Walker’s “Hit Songwriters Series.” Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Blair offers music for all ages
New students of all ages are welcomed at Vanderbilt's Blair School of Music. Play an instrument, sing in a choir, play and dance at Kindermusik classes, or study songwriting, music theory or history. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Blair professor’s new album tops Billboard classical charts
Composition professor Michael Kurek’s new album "The Sea Knows" has held the top position on Billboard’s Traditional Classical Albums chart for three weeks, since its July 14 release. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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See photos from 2017 Dore Jam
Vanderbilt hosted the annual Dore Jam fan event Saturday afternoon at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center's Multipurpose Facility. The football and soccer teams were on hand to sign autographs and interact with fans, and this year 's event featured games for kids. Read MoreAug 6, 2017
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Athletics unveils 2017 Hall of Fame class
Vanderbilt Athletics announced its 10-member Hall of Fame class for 2017 on Friday, Aug. 4. The 2017 class is the seventh since the Hall of Fame was established in 2008. Read MoreAug 6, 2017
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Limited submission opportunity: Greenwall Faculty Scholars Program
Vanderbilt may nominate up to two faculty for the Greenwall Faculty Scholars Program in Bioethics. Read MoreAug 4, 2017
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VUToday: Smart underwear in weekly roundup of VU news stories
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 July 31. Read MoreAug 4, 2017
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Vanderbilt’s Osher Lifelong Learning offers new fall classes
Architectural treasures, Broadway plays on film, and a first-time preview of a Nashville Ballet performance are among the rich subjects offered this fall by Vanderbilt's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Read MoreAug 4, 2017