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Student research opportunities from the Office of Honor Scholarships
Highlighted student research opportunities from the Office of Honor Scholarships. Read MoreJan 8, 2016
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New sessions of Youth Boxing and Youth Tumbling begin in March
The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center (VRWC) offers new youth programs starting in March. Read MoreJan 7, 2016
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From ‘Vanderbilt Magazine’: How to stay healthy this winter
When a serious disease strikes—from Ebola in Africa to MRSA at a local high school—you’re likely to hear a calm, clear explanation on the news from Vanderbilt Professor of Preventive Medicine William Schaffner. "Vanderbilt Magazine" spoke to Schaffner about the best ways to avoid getting sick this winter. Read MoreJan 7, 2016
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Professor offers unsettling look at humanity with study of people and their dogs
Stories of relationships between dogs and people and actions surrounding those relationships are relayed by Colin Dayan in a new book calling for greater empathy and engagement across class and racial lines. Read MoreJan 7, 2016
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Mark Wallace named dean of the Graduate School
Mark Wallace, director of the Vanderbilt Brain Institute and a prolific and distinguished neurobiologist and mentor, has been named dean of the Vanderbilt University Graduate School, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan Wente announced today. Read MoreJan 7, 2016
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Are you the greenest group on campus?
Vanderbilt Athletics, the Vanderbilt Sustainability and Environmental Management Office and Waste Management, Inc. are looking for the greenest group on campus during this year’s Basketball Athletics Sustainability Competition. Read MoreJan 7, 2016
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Youth K-8 invited to experience game day with VU cheer and dance teams
On Sunday, Feb. 21, the Vanderbilt cheer and dance teams will host youth participants in grades K-8 to help cheer on the Vanderbilt women’s basketball team. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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‘Sticky mittens’ offer clues to infant development
Early motor training in infants may result in positive long-term effects in other areas of development. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Candidates sought for NCI Predoctoral to Postdoctoral Fellow Transition Award
The purpose of the NCI Predoctoral to Postdoctoral Fellow Transition Award (F99/K00) is to encourage and retain outstanding graduate students who have demonstrated potential and interest in pursuing careers as independent cancer researchers. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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‘Child Care: What to Look For’ discussion Jan. 21
Rhonda Laird, director of the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center, will discuss “Child Care: What to Look For” from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21. The talk will be held in Light Hall, Room 407, and is the latest session of Babies and You. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Vanderbilt education faculty named among top influencers
Nine Vanderbilt professors were included in the 2016 Edu-Scholar Public Presence Rankings. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Crane removal will close Garland Avenue Jan. 12–13
The removal of a crane necessary for the construction of the Engineering and Science Building will close Garland Avenue between 24th Avenue South and 25th Avenue South from 7 a.m. Tuesday to 5 p.m. Wednesday. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Want to quit smoking in the new year? This information can help
If quitting smoking is your New Year’s resolution, here’s help. Hilary Tindle, founding director of the Vanderbilt Center for Tobacco, Addictions and Lifestyle, talks to MySouthernHealth.com for a series on smoking cessation. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Sample ‘Mahi Mahi with Mango Salsa’ at Vandy Cooks event Jan. 22
The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center and Health Plus will present “Vandy Cooks with Chef Aaron Dilts” from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, at the VRWC demonstration kitchen. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Dayan to discuss new book at Barnes & Noble Jan. 16
Colin Dayan, Robert Penn Warren Professor of the Humanities and professor of law at Vanderbilt University, will appear at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, for a very special in-store discussion of her latest book, "With Dogs at the Edge of Life." Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Former head football coach George MacIntyre dies
George MacIntyre, who served six years as head coach of the Vanderbilt Commodores and guided the squad to an appearance in the 1982 Hall of Fame Bowl, died Tuesday in Nashville following a lengthy illness. He was 76. Read MoreJan 6, 2016
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Listen: Edgehill’s rich culture conveyed through Curb Center art exhibition
A Curb Center exhibition opening Jan. 21 considers the future for a vibrant Nashville neighborhood through some of its past and present artists. Read MoreJan 5, 2016
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‘ALIEN: The Musical’ performance featured at Chancellor’s Lecture Jan. 26
A popular, locally produced musical that explores themes of immigration, race, politics and class struggle will be performed Tuesday, Jan. 26, at Blair School of Music as part of the Vanderbilt Chancellor's Lecture Series. Read MoreJan 5, 2016
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Child and Family Center to host Jan. 20 Lunch and Learn on aging and injury
The Vanderbilt Child and Family Center will host a Lunch and Learn event Jan. 20 from noon to 1 p.m. in Light Hall, Room 419A-B, on aging and injury. Read MoreJan 4, 2016
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VRWC offers new group fitness classes
The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center is offering two new group fitness classes starting in January. Read MoreJan 4, 2016