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Vanderbilt, Freedom Forum expand relationship; John Seigenthaler Center to be home of Dialogue Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt University and the Freedom Forum will expand their longstanding relationship, and the John Seigenthaler Center on the university’s campus will serve as the physical home of the Dialogue Vanderbilt initiative—including The Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy, The Future of Free Speech Project and the Open Dialogue Visiting Fellows Program. Read MoreOct 2, 2023
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Stay Secure: Cybersecurity Awareness Month and you
This month, let our tricks be your treat as we offer ways to help you stay proactive about digital privacy and security at Vanderbilt. Thanks for joining us for our upcoming series of activities, all culminating in a Town Hall on Oct. 24. Read MoreOct 2, 2023
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Share your commute experience in Vanderbilt’s annual survey by Oct. 16 for chance to win $100
Vanderbilt University conducts an annual survey to determine the commute and transportation practices of the university community. Whether you primarily work from home, commute to campus every day or anything in between, your feedback will help inform mobility and transportation efforts and expand Vanderbilt’s understanding and support of the community. Read MoreOct 2, 2023
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Limited Submission Opportunity: Tennessee Arts Commission Arts Project Support and Rural Arts Project Support FY2025
Vanderbilt University may submit one application to the Tennessee Arts Commission Arts Project Support (APS) or the Rural Arts Project Support (RAPS) programs. Read MoreSep 30, 2023
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Vanderbilt scientists, research translation experts attend CMT Global Research Convention
School of Medicine Basic Sciences researchers at the forefront of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease research and therapeutic development join CTTC leadership at CMT Research Foundation global research convention. The CMTRF has invested in further research at Vanderbilt to address the primary genetic cause of disease in patients with CMT disease type 1A. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Give Metro Nashville feedback on Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
To prepare Nashville and Davidson County and ensure its citizens’ ability to thrive for years to come, former Nashville Mayor John Cooper’s office, in partnership with Metro Nashville departments and the Mayor’s Sustainability Advisory Committee, have developed a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan. The university community is encouraged to participate in the public feedback period through Oct. 31 Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Free Speech Week, Family Weekend Conversation with the Chancellor is Oct. 13
Join Chancellor Daniel Diermeier, Provost C. Cybele Raver and other university leaders for a conversation about the university with opportunities to ask questions and gain a greater understanding of Vanderbilt's priorities, including the Dialogue Vanderbilt initiative. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy hosts ‘Lunch and Learn: Free Speech and the First Amendment’ Oct. 17
As a part of Free Speech Week, the Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy is hosting a Lunch and Learn to expand the dialogue of learning outside the classroom setting. The discussion will explore First Amendment issues here in Tennessee with American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee Director Kathy Sinback. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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A Conversation Hosted by Dialogue Vanderbilt: Bret Stephens in Discussion with Samar Ali is Oct. 16
Hosted by Vanderbilt Chancellor Diermeier, Bret Stephens, a well-known journalist, editor and columnist will join Samar Ali, research professor of political science and law, for a discussion centered around the value of free expression, open debate and civil discourse through the lens of some of the most pressing issues we face today. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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‘Safer Catch? Gun Sellers and the Crisis of American Democracy’ Open Dialogue Visiting Fellows event is Oct. 10
Jenn Carlson will lead a discussion on the shifting role of guns on college campuses. Dr. Carlson is a 2022 MacArthur Fellow and an NRA-certified gun instructor as well as an ethnographer of gun carriers, trainers and advocates. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Undergraduate Pre-Event for the Symposium on AI, Free Speech and Human Rights is Oct. 11
In association with the 2023 Symposium on AI, Free Speech and Human Rights and presented by The Future of Free Speech Project, this event will chart the past, present and future of the ethical and societal implications of AI, as told by academic and industry experts and undergraduate students. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Symposium on AI, Free Speech and Human Rights is Oct. 12–13
The Future of Free Speech Project, in partnership with Vanderbilt University, will host an event to explore the dynamic intersection of generative AI, free speech and human rights within the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence advancements. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Nominate next book for Campus Reading by Oct. 16
Residential colleges and the Vanderbilt Visions program invite all Vanderbilt faculty, students and staff to nominate a book for the Class of 2028 Campus Reading. Next year’s theme is “Embracing the Debate.” You may nominate up to three texts of any genre by current or deceased authors. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Vanderbilt observes Banned Books Week with events, discussions about free expression
The Banned Books Initiative, now in its second year at Vanderbilt, will recognize Banned Books Week Oct. 1–7. The events are in conjunction with Vanderbilt’s recently announced recommitment to supporting free expression and civil discourse on campus with the launch of Dialogue Vanderbilt. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Prepare for Open Enrollment! Get your VUnetID and password ready
Open Enrollment is Oct. 16–27. All benefits-eligible employees are required to complete the enrollment process. To prepare, get your VUnetID and password ready. If you do not remember this information, we're here to help. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Campus Reading author inspires students with authenticity and humor at 17th annual Lawson Lecture
Kevin Wilson, BA’00, the author of Now is Not the Time to Panic, this year’s Campus Reading, shared his experiences as a Vanderbilt student in the mid-1990s with more than 1,000 current first-year students on Sept. 10. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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Arts and Science senior completes immersion experience in Morocco, earns prestigious award at Army ROTC Summer Training Camp
Grace Kirtley, a law, history and society major with a minor in Arabic, served in the key leadership role of platoon sergeant during an intensive training mission. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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REGISTER: ‘Unity Dinner: Under God’ is Oct. 5
The next Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy Unity Dinner will take place on Thursday, Oct. 5, from 5:30–7 p.m. The event, “Unity Dinner: Under God,” invites Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff to a guided discussion about the role of religion in a divided time. Read MoreSep 28, 2023
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Celebrate innovation, collaboration, creativity and curiosity at 2023 TN Maker Fest
The Wond’ry will host TN Maker Fest on Saturday, Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will feature an incredible gathering of “makers” who will show off their hobbies, projects, experiments and creations. Read MoreSep 28, 2023
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College of Arts and Science launches three new undergraduate academic programs
The three new programs add to the College of Arts and Science’s 100-plus existing majors and minors and were developed to leverage faculty expertise, respond to student interest, and address evolving, real-world issues in contemporary society. Read MoreSep 28, 2023