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Babies and You: ‘Men Have Babies, Too’
This session will help men know how they can help during pregnancy, and how to bond with baby. Read MoreSep 11, 2014
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Wcislo stepping down as dean of The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons
Francis Wcislo, the dean who launched The Martha Rivers Ingram Commons at Vanderbilt University in 2006, has announced plans to step down from that role at the end of his current contract, June 30, 2015. Read MoreSep 11, 2014
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Bill Nye lecture sold out; walk-ups encouraged at event
Bill Nye, a popular scientist, engineer, comedian, author and inventor, will speak at 6 p.m. Oct. 7 at Vanderbilt’s Langford Auditorium. The event is sponsored by the Vanderbilt University Speakers Committee. Read MoreSep 11, 2014
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Constitution Day to be observed with panel discussion, powwow
Vanderbilt will observe Constitution and Citizenship Day Sept. 17 with a three-part event, “Nations Within States: Citizenship, Pottery and the Catawba Indian Nation.” Featured events include an exhibition of pottery from the Catawba Indian Nation, a panel discussion on Indian sovereignty, and a powwow dance performance. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Two from ‘Teen Mom’ sign books at Barnes & Noble
Kailyn Lowry and Amber Portwood (MTV's "Teen Mom") have each written their own inspirational story and will be greeting fans and signing book together Sept. 15 at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Next Flexner Dean’s Lecture Sept. 16
Donald R. Hopkins, vice president of health programs at The Carter Presidential Center at Emory University, will discuss “The ‘Discovery’ and Eradication of Guinea Worm Disease” at noon Tuesday, Sept. 16, in Light Hall, Room 208. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Project Safe Center celebrates opening
Vanderbilt’s Project Safe Center celebrated its opening at the historic Cumberland House on West Side Row with an open house and remarks by university leaders Sept. 10. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Get ready for Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment is right around the corner. To help you prepare, Vanderbilt’s HR team will be sharing the top 10 things you need to know to prepare for Open Enrollment over the next five weeks. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Williams joins public education foundation board
David Williams II, vice chancellor for university affairs and athletics and director of athletics, has been appointed to the Nashville Public Education Foundation Board. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Principals have lots of teacher effectiveness data, but don’t use them
New website outlines ways principals can maximize data for talent management decisions. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Federal education official, Mayor Karl Dean to tour Susan Gray School Sept. 11
Yudin and Dean will learn about early childhood education programs during the Vanderbilt visit. Read MoreSep 10, 2014
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Vanderbilt rises to No. 16 in ‘U.S. News’ ranking of national universities
Vanderbilt University scored its best position ever in "U.S. News & World Report’s" ranking of national universities, finishing No. 16 after five years at No. 17. Read MoreSep 9, 2014
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Kirkland bells to mark 9/11
The Kirkland Hall bells will ring in a special pattern at noon on Thursday to mark the anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States. Read MoreSep 8, 2014
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Cyrus named vice provost for learning and residential affairs
Cynthia J. Cyrus has been promoted to the position of vice provost for learning and residential affairs at Vanderbilt University. Read MoreSep 8, 2014
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Haiti photography exhibit and talk Sept. 11
“Photography and community development in Haiti” is the topic of a talk Sept. 11. Read MoreSep 5, 2014
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Big Brothers Big Sisters lunch and learn Sept. 25
Big Brothers Big Sisters is the leader in one-to-one youth mentoring. Read MoreSep 5, 2014
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Nominations sought for 2014 Levi Watkins Jr. awards
The awards are presented annually to individuals who have advocated for underrepresented minorities and encouraged diversity at VUMC. Read MoreSep 5, 2014
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Hewlett-Packard recalls LS-15 AC power cords
Hewlett-Packard has issued a recall on notebook computer and docking station AC power cords. Read MoreSep 5, 2014
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Is it bad if you don’t have a best friend?
Judith Akin explains how social anxiety and trust issues prevent people from developing friendship/support networks. Read MoreSep 5, 2014
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National Suicide Prevention Week highlights available resources
Sept. 9 through 14 is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Week. Read MoreSep 5, 2014