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Class of 2014: Marc Panu is a playmaker in the engineering lab
Marc Panu became a YouTube sensation after a video captured the three-year walk-on athlete receiving a football scholarship in 2012. The chemical and biomolecular engineering major’s hard work has distinguished him in the research lab as well. Read MoreMay 1, 2014
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Class of 2014: Katie Walden makes serious study of America’s pastime
When Katie Walden came to Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music, she believed a piano bench would always be in her future. But four years of learning and exploration have led her to a different kind of bench—a baseball bench. Read MoreMay 1, 2014
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Adjust parking plans to accommodate Commencement guests May 9
University Central faculty and staff are asked to make alternate parking plans on Friday, May 9, to make as many spaces available as possible for guests in areas closest to Commencement activities. Read MoreMay 1, 2014
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Vanderbilt University Board of Trust approves eight new members
The Vanderbilt Board of Trust has approved eight new members, including a former Posse Scholar and a graduating senior in the College of Arts and Science. Read MoreApr 30, 2014
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Learn about Vanderbilt’s historical architecture at VandyWalks May 8
Vanderbilt architect Paul Marshall will lead a walk and discussion about the university’s historical buildings from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 8. Walkers are asked to meet at the Medical Center North Round Wing Drop Off. Read MoreApr 30, 2014
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VUIT recommends strategies to address Internet Explorer issues
VUIT has issued a recommendation to avoid using the Internet Explorer Web browser for now due to some recently identified vulnerabilities that could allow hackers to install malicious software on a user’s machine. Read MoreApr 30, 2014
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Middle Tennessee primary elections scheduled for May 6
Primary elections in several counties across Middle Tennessee will be held Tuesday, May 6. Vote and make your voice heard. A change in state law now requires voters to have Tennessee-issued or federal government-issued identification in order to cast a ballot. Acceptable identification includes a Tennessee driver’s license with… Read MoreApr 30, 2014
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FlexPTO coming in July for University Central
Non-union University Central employees will transition to flexPTO in July, joining the 14,500 Vanderbilt University Medical Center employees who moved to flexPTO in January. Read MoreApr 30, 2014
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Chancellor, former surgeon general to address graduating seniors at Vanderbilt University May 8-9
Commencement and Senior Day at Vanderbilt will bring words of wisdom from Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and former surgeon general Regina M. Benjamin on May 8-9. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Reminder: Purchase requisition process moves to eProcurement May 5
Based on the success of the September 2013 eProcurement upgrade, the university is eliminating the paper purchase requisition process effective Monday, May 5. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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New undergraduate and faculty research collaborations inspire, inform
The Littlejohn Family Undergraduate Research Program enables Arts and Science undergraduates to conduct original research alongside faculty fellows. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Health behavior among African American men the subject of May 2 lecture
Enjoy a light breakfast and coffee as Leah Alexander, assistant professor at Meharry Medical College, and Raymond Mitchell, director of educational activities for the Association of Tennessee Alphamen, share their experience as collaborators in a community-engaged research effort to understand health behavior among African American men in Tennessee. The event is scheduled… Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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University-wide limited submission opportunity: 2014 Aetna Foundation Regional Grants Program
Vanderbilt University may nominate one candidate for the 2014 Aetna Regional Grants Program, GoLocal: Cultivating Healthy Communities. This grant opportunity provides $25,000-$50,000 over one year to high-impact and innovative initiatives that encourage healthy eating and active living, particularly within low-income, underserved and minority communities. GoLocal: Cultivating Healthy… Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Class of 2014: Lisa Koenig uses technology to build cultural exchange
Lisa Koenig's passion for service inspired her to create a distance-tutoring program that teaches English to children in Pakistan. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Class of 2014: Harvey Burrell is a cross-country crusader
A last-minute decision to sign up for a film production class changed the trajectory of Harvey Burrell’s life. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Faculty-Staff Campaign co-chairs show gratitude by giving back
Faculty-Staff Campaign co-chairs Vanessa and Trey Beasley had a very personal reason for returning to Vanderbilt. But it’s the community of support among faculty, staff, students and friends that's kept them here for almost a decade. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Vanderbilt University names two Keegan Traveling Fellows
Vanderbilt University has awarded its 2014 Michael B. Keegan Traveling Fellowship to graduating seniors David Sanchez and Emily Yount. The goal of the fellowship is to develop future leaders through world travel and experiential learning. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Should principal evaluations be based on student test scores?
Evaluating school principals based on student achievement date yields inaccurate and unfair results according to new study. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Murry honored for HIV prevention research
Velma McBride Murry has been selected to receive the 2014 Community, Culture and Prevention Science Award by the Society for Prevention Research. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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VUIT launches Tech Hub pilot for walk-up support
Vanderbilt IT is piloting a new service called the Tech Hub, modeled after Apple’s Genius Bar, designed to provide walk-up tech support for Vanderbilt students, staff and faculty. Read MoreApr 28, 2014