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Basic Science Research Advisory Committee formed
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (VUSM) has formed a new Basic Science Research Advisory Committee. Read MoreDec 1, 2016
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Political scientist discusses growing social gap between rich and poor at Chancellor’s Lecture
Some 40 years ago, children born to families belonging to the upper third of American society and those born to families on the lower third of the economic scale had roughly equal chance of achieving success in life. Not so any more, said Harvard University political scientist Robert Putnam Monday evening at the Student Life Center. Read MoreDec 1, 2016
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Williamson retiring after three decades in Vanderbilt athletics
More than 33 years after Rod Williamson first arrived at Vanderbilt University, times have changed in college athletics. But one thing hasn’t changed at Vanderbilt: Williamson’s passion for the Commodores. Read MoreDec 1, 2016
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Course and teaching evaluations launch Dec. 2
Course and teaching evaluations for the fall semester launch on Friday, Dec. 2, for the Blair School of Music, College of Arts and Science, Divinity School, School of Engineering, Graduate School, and Peabody College. The evaluations will remain open for eight days and end at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 9. Read MoreDec 1, 2016
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Kudos: Read about faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements
Read about the latest faculty, staff and student awards, appointments and achievements. Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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Unique premed program provides tools to understand social contexts for health
Seniors who completed the program were as likely as traditional pre-med students to be accepted into medical school. Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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Tennessine approved as name of newly discovered element
Tennessee joins California to become only the second American state memorialized in the periodic table of elements. Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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Lost in VUMC? The new WalkWays app can help with that
Thanks to a new mobile application called WalkWays, navigating Vanderbilt University Medical Center is now a bit easier. Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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Direct deposit of pay becomes mandatory for VU employees in 2017
Beginning Jan. 1, all non-union VU employees (including faculty, staff, post-docs, temps and student workers) will need to enroll in direct deposit of their pay. This requirement is intended to make our payroll process more efficient for both employees and Vanderbilt. Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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Vice Chancellor David Williams recaps a great weekend for Vanderbilt Athletics
Vice Chancellor for Athletics and University Affairs and Athletics Director David Williams recaps a great weekend for Vanderbilt Athletics and his excitement for the future. Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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Health Plus comes to you
Did you know that Health Plus can bring its award-winning programs and services to your department? Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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Vanderbilt tennis center at forefront of solar energy technology on campus
When the sun shines on the rooftop at Vanderbilt’s Brownlee O. Currey Jr. Tennis Center, it means a little more to Marie Casares, a member of the Commodore women’s tennis program from 2011-15. Two years ago, Casares proposed the installation of solar panels atop the center, greatly reducing the building’s energy consumption. Read MoreNov 30, 2016
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November issue of provost’s ‘Open Dore’ newsletter now available
Read the November issue of "The Open Dore," Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente’s newsletter, which is now available online. Read MoreNov 29, 2016
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Wellcast: What is EAP, anyway?
Does Work/Life Connections-EAP provide long-term counseling? Who can use the EAP benefit? Hear answers to these questions and more as key features of this Health and Wellness benefit for Vanderbilt employees are discussed. Read MoreNov 29, 2016
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Vandy Cooks: Holiday bread making workshop Dec. 9
“Holiday Bread Making Workshop” with registered dietitians Marilyn Holmes, Melinda Mahoney and Marissa Wertheimer will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in the VRWC demonstration kitchen. Read MoreNov 29, 2016
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Relevant Religion class strives to restore hope, build justice
A Divinity School Relevant Religion class Dec. 3 will explore the reality of experiencing spiritual trauma while doing the work of justice and sharing stories and practices for restoring hope. Read MoreNov 29, 2016
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VU cheerleading and dance teams host annual Game Day Experience Feb. 4
Commodore fans, the Vanderbilt spirit squads are hosting their annual Game Day Experience on Feb. 4, 2016. Students in grades K-6 will learn cheers, tumbling, stunts and a routine to perform at the Vanderbilt men's basketball game versus Ole Miss. Read MoreNov 29, 2016
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SECURITY NOTICE: Burglary off campus
On Monday, Nov. 28, at 1 p.m., a non-Vanderbilt University-affiliated resident of the Village at Vanderbilt town homes, located near the Freshman Commons area, notified the Vanderbilt University Police Department of a burglary in progress. Read MoreNov 29, 2016
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A message from Chancellor Zeppos on university policies regarding sanctuary
"I am writing to make clear the university’s policies and respond to the many who have written to me concerning whether our campus is a 'sanctuary,'" writes Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos in a message to the Vanderbilt community Nov. 28. Read MoreNov 29, 2016
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Emerita professor signs memoir about son’s struggle with bipolar disorder Dec. 3
Charlotte Pierce-Baker, Vanderbilt professor of women's and gender studies and English, emerita, will sign copies of her book This Fragile Life beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt. Read MoreNov 28, 2016