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‘Ethical Issues of Involvement in Disability Support Organizations’ Oct. 27
A Vanderbilt Kennedy Center panel will discuss "Ethical Issues of Involvement in Disability Support Organizations" beginning at noon Oct. 27 in Room 241 of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center/One Magnolia Circle Building. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Trick or treat with the Greeks and student-athletes Oct. 31
Vanderbilt’s Office of Greek Life and Student Athlete Advisory Council will host the annual Trick-or-Treat with Greeks and Student Athletes from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Fluid power industry, academic leaders discuss advances
An expert panel featuring Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and moderated by Engineering Dean Philippe Fauchet gathered at Vanderbilt’s Laboratory for Systems Integrity and Reliability on Tuesday to discuss ways that America can keep its edge in fluid power. Read MoreOct 15, 2014
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Vanderbilt celebrates Food Day Oct. 24
For the second year, Vanderbilt will observe national Food Day with a number of events to enhance the university community’s awareness of healthy eating. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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Vanderbilt students observe fall break Oct. 16-19
You might notice students with bags in hand, packing car trunks or hopping cabs over the next few days. The Vanderbilt campus will be a bit quieter as students enjoy a fall break from classes Oct. 16-19. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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Hormonal therapies for transgender individuals Nov. 7
Vanderbilt School of Medicine's Office for Diversity Affairs and the Program for LGBTI Health will sponsor “Hormonal Therapies for Transgender Individuals” beginning at noon Friday, Nov. 7, in Light Hall, Room 415A-C. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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New website, upcoming book offer effectiveness scores for members of Congress
A measure of the legislative effectiveness of almost any member of the U.S. House of Representatives is easily available with the launch of a new website and upcoming book co-authored by Vanderbilt political scientist Alan Wiseman. Read MoreOct 14, 2014
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New faculty: VanDiver views art through multidisciplinary lens
University students are bombarded with dozens of media images each day. Rebecca VanDiver’s goal is to get them not only thinking critically about what they see, but doing so with trained eyes. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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New faculty: Neal will train next generation of nurse-midwives
Cesarean delivery is the most common major surgery in the United States. Although sometimes necessary for the health of mother or child, Jeremy Neal thinks too many C-sections are done without good rationale, contributing to adverse health outcomes. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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Research Subjects’ Bill of Rights available online
As the number of opportunities to participate in research studies continues to grow, the Vanderbilt Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) would like study participants to be aware of the Research Subjects’ Bill of Rights. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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Your smartphone wouldn’t exist without university research
Last week, the Association of American Universities released an interactive graphic highlighting the research that made the smartphone possible. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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Peabody College to host open house for professional programs Oct. 30
The Peabody College Office of Graduate Admissions will host an open house featuring its professional programs on Thursday, Oct. 30. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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Student Health Center temporarily closed due to flooding
The Zerfoss Student Health Center is closed temporarily due to a water pipe rupture on Oct. 12 that resulted in widespread flooding and significant damage to all rooms in the facility. Cleanup and repairs are anticipated to take at least a week. Read MoreOct 13, 2014
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Vanderbilt Translational Research Forum is Nov. 7
The 2014 Vanderbilt Translational Research Forum features more than 15 nationally recognized Vanderbilt researchers presenting their translational science, as well as guest speaker David Ransohoff, professor of medicine and epidemiology at UNC-Chapel Hill and the inaugural speaker at the National Institute of Health’s “Mind the Gap” seminar series. Read MoreOct 10, 2014
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Human sacrifice in Etruscan art topic of lecture at Parthenon
An Oct. 14 lecture by Larissa Bonfante, an Etruscan civilization expert, is in honor of retiring Vanderbilt Professor Jack Sasson. Read MoreOct 10, 2014
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WOW: ‘Making a global impact through MPH program’
ISSS presents World on Wednesdays, where Vanderbilt and the community discuss global issues. Read MoreOct 10, 2014
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Vanderbilt hosts ‘A Conversation with Jeb Bush’ Oct. 28
Jeb Bush, Florida’s 43rd governor and a member of one of America’s pre-eminent political families, will join Vanderbilt Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and Distinguished Visiting Professor Jon Meacham in conversation Tuesday, Oct. 28. Read MoreOct 10, 2014
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Air Force general, astronaut was almost neither: Q&A
Kevin Chilton will visit Vanderbilt on Oct. 24 to share his experiences. Read MoreOct 10, 2014
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Wellcast: ‘Three foods you might be missing’
Melinda Jones, registered dietitian and activities coordinator at HealthPlus, sorts out accurate nutritional information. Read MoreOct 10, 2014
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Go for the Gold deadline is Oct. 31
Last year 80 percent of Vanderbilt faculty and staff participated in Go for the Gold and took a step toward good health. Don’t Miss Out! Read MoreOct 10, 2014