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Increased security measures in place at Wesley Place Garage
Vanderbilt University Police has implemented security measures and initiatives to address concerns following a fatal shooting Feb. 21 at Wesley Place Garage. Read MoreFeb 24, 2015
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February issue of provost’s ‘Open Door’ newsletter now available
Vanderbilt fosters a distinctive culture characterized by strengths of collaboration, creativity and civility. It is a good time to reflect on these distinctions, writes Provost Susan Wente in the February issue of "The Open Dore," her monthly newsletter. Read MoreFeb 24, 2015
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Scholarship applications for Blair’s 2015-16 precollege program due March 13
The Blair School of Music is privileged to award a number of merit and need-based scholarships to precollege students. Applications for 2015-16 are now available and due to be completed by March 13. Read MoreFeb 24, 2015
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Provost, others to discuss building trust in the workplace March 25
Provost Susan Wente; Meg Rush, chief of staff at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt; and Capt. Scott Kraverath, professor of naval science with Vanderbilt's Naval ROTC, will discuss building trust in the workplace at a campus-wide event March 25. Read MoreFeb 23, 2015
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VUMC responds to the winter storm
During the predawn hours last Monday, Vanderbilt University Medical Center activated its Emergency Operations Center and initiated an Orange Alert for inclement weather in response to the worsening ice storm. Read MoreFeb 23, 2015
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Students count on continuity of service during winter storm
The cancellation of classes doesn't mean a campus shutdown. Many of the university’s vital services, including Vanderbilt Campus Dining and the Office of Housing and Residential Education, remained in operation during the winter storm. Read MoreFeb 23, 2015
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Time when climate was topsy-turvy in Western U.S. aids climate prediction efforts
Researchers have reconstructed the climate in the Western United States 21,000 years ago and are using the data to improve climate models that forecast future precipitation patterns. Read MoreFeb 23, 2015
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Making ‘the call’ no easy decision
A lot of information goes into the decision to hold or cancel classes when a storm hits the Nashville area. Here's an inside look at the decision process. Read MoreFeb 23, 2015
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Security Notice: Fatal shooting at Wesley Place Garage; investigation ongoing
On Feb. 21 at approximately 11:40 p.m., Vanderbilt University Police Communications received a call of possible shots fired in the area of Wesley Place Garage. Responding officers located a non-affiliated male victim with injuries from an apparent gunshot wound. Read MoreFeb 22, 2015
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AlertVU: Wesley Place Garage secured; no ongoing threat
Update: 3:30 a.m. Feb. 22 Police confirm that one person was killed. The victim is not affiliated with the university. The shooter is not believed to be affiliated with the university. Update: 2:09 a.m. Feb. 22 Confirmed shooting at Wesley Place Garage. The suspect… Read MoreFeb 22, 2015
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Our favorite winter weather photos of the week
The week brought snow, ice and bitterly cold temperatures to Middle Tennessee, and for some, the opportunity to experience campus in whole new ways. Check out how Vanderbilt documented the winter weather on social media. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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New retirement plan structure offers best-in-class funds independent of administrative services provider
Fidelity provides administrative services for the plan, including best-in-class mutual funds managed by multiple investment firms as selected by the Vanderbilt Retirement Plan Oversight Committee. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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Employees step up to battle winter weather on campus
A storm coating the Vanderbilt campus with ice and snow means extra work for Vanderbilt Plant Operations employees, who say they're more than up to the challenge. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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Exhibition examining death through art opens at Fine Arts Gallery March 12
'Memento Mori: Looking at Death in Art and Illustration' opens March 12 at the Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery with a reception 5–7 p.m. in Cohen Memorial Hall. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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WOW: ‘Kosher and Halal foods – making way for interfaith dialogue at the table’
World on Wednesdays presents "Kosher and Halal Food Offerings: Making way for Interfaith Dialogue at the table," on Feb. 25 at 12:10 p.m. at the Student Life Center. Read MoreFeb 20, 2015
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Snow Daze: How VUMC weathered the storm
The winter storm that swept through Middle Tennessee last week brought a little bit of everything to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. See the week in pictures. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is Feb. 22-28
This year’s campaign is titled “I Had No Idea," focusing on surprising subsets of the population who are susceptible to eating disorders. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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George Peabody 220th birthday celebration moved to Feb. 25
Celebrate George Peabody's 220th birthday at the Wyatt Center Feb. 25 at 3 p.m. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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Bite into a healthy lifestyle with National Nutrition Month
Learn how to make small, steady changes that over time lead to big rewards. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015
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NYU dean and historian Benton named next leader of the College of Arts and Science
Lauren A. Benton, a prolific scholar and experienced academic leader whose work spans history, law and anthropology, has been named the next dean of the College of Arts and Science at Vanderbilt University, effective July 1. Read MoreFeb 19, 2015