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Programs for Talented Youth receives grant to aid low-income gifted students
A grant for Programs for Talented Youth will fund scholarships for low-income gifted students. Read MoreApr 6, 2012
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April issue of ‘Vanderbilt View’ available now
An artist's rendering of Kissam Center, the shared space at the heart of the College Halls residential complex scheduled to open in fall 2014. (Vanderbilt University) Vanderbilt’s campus will be a hub of activity this summer, as construction gets under way on College Halls at Kissam as… Read MoreApr 6, 2012
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Senior art show opens April 13 with reception, awards
The massive doors between the galleries of Space 204 will slide back on Friday, April 13, revealing the hard work of Vanderbilt’s graduating studio art majors. Senior Show 2012 will be on display to the public from April 13 to May 11 in Space 204, the second-floor gallery in the… Read MoreApr 6, 2012
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Discussion on mindfulness and its effects on cancer April 17
Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center's Green Hills Clinic is located at 3810 Bedford Ave., Suite 100. (Vanderbilt University) Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center will host the community series event “A Taste of Mindfulness” beginning at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, at VICC’s Green Hills clinic, 3810 Bedford Ave., Suite… Read MoreApr 5, 2012
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Free orientation sessions in April for Vanderbilt Weight Workshop
Photo courtesy of Health Plus/Vanderbilt The Dayani Center for Health and Wellness, in conjunction with Vanderbilt’s Health Plus Faculty & Staff Wellness Program, offers the Vanderbilt Weight Workshop, a holistic approach to promoting healthy nutrition, motivation, physical activity, empowerment and well-being. The… Read MoreApr 5, 2012
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Vanderbilt students named Truman, Goldwater and Udall scholars
Molecular and cellular biology major Emma Steigerwald was surprised with the news that she had been named a Truman Scholar during Professor of History Tom Schwartz’s class on March 26. From left, Provost Richard McCarty, Schwartz (a member of Vanderbilt’s selection committee and a former Truman Scholar, himself), Steigerwald, … Read MoreApr 5, 2012
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Lamar Alexander’s early swearing-in focus of Vanderbilt forum
A panel discussion with U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander about his early swearing-in as Tennessee’s 45th governor will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. April 9 in the Central Library's Community Room. Read MoreApr 4, 2012
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There’s still time to take library survey, win prizes
Students enjoy using the renovated Parkes Armistead Reading Room at Vanderbilt's Central Library. (Vanderbilt University) It’s not too late to take the library’s service quality survey and enter to win a drawing for an iPad, a Kindle Fire and other great prizes. All Vanderbilt faculty, students and staff –… Read MoreApr 4, 2012
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Vanderbilt offers on-campus dental services
(iStockphotos) Did you know that Vanderbilt offers dental services, with a clinic conveniently located on campus at the Village at Vanderbilt? Vanderbilt Dental offers comprehensive services including dental checkups, routine cleanings, dental filling, crowns and dentures, dental implants, braces, wisdom teeth removal and oral surgery. For more information or… Read MoreApr 4, 2012
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‘An Evening with Friends’ raises funds for Children’s Hospital April 13
(Vanderbilt University) The Friends of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt invite you for an evening out to raise money for the Children’s Hospital on Friday, April 13. An Evening with Friends begins at 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception at Brentwood Country Club, followed by a… Read MoreApr 3, 2012
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Canadian educators visit Next Steps at Vanderbilt program
Next Steps at Vanderbilt Director Tammy Day (center) with Joan Pynn (left) and Karen Antle of the College of the North Atlantic. (Photo by Tony Maupin) Canadian college officials toured Vanderbilt March 26 to get a closer look at the work being done in the… Read MoreApr 3, 2012
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Dhol-and-brass ensemble Red Baraat performs at Student Life Center April 13
Red Baraat (image courtesy of the artists) Led by drummer Sunny Jain, Red Baraat will perform at 8 p.m. Friday, April 13, at Vanderbilt’s Student Life Center Ballroom. Red Baraat delivers a riveting sound coupled with an explosive stage performance and presence. The ensemble — comprised of dhol… Read MoreApr 3, 2012
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Kopstain to take on finance duties at Vanderbilt
Eric C. Kopstain joins the Vanderbilt financial team in May, announced Brett Sweet, vice chancellor and chief financial officer. Read MoreApr 3, 2012
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Relevance of medieval water practices to today’s designs focus of talk
James Wescoat, the Aga Khan Professor of Architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will address “Water and Work in the Mughal Landscape” at 4:10 p.m. in Cohen Hall, Room 203. Read MoreApr 3, 2012
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Yunus challenges students to seek social change, not money
Nobel Peace Prize recipient Muhammad Yunus greets students during his campus visit April 2. (Joe Howell/Vanderbilt) Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus challenged Vanderbilt students to create businesses in which helping people – not making a profit – is the ultimate goal. Yunus spoke to several student groups and… Read MoreApr 3, 2012
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Shade Grown will celebrate the environment through poetry, song and performance
To celebrate Earth Day, the Sustainability and Environmental Management Office (SEMO) in partnership with Vanderbilt Dining Services and the Vanderbilt Institute for Coffee Studies, will host Shade Grown, a coffee house and open mic night at The Commons Center dining hall from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 18. Read MoreApr 3, 2012
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Vanderbilt University Theatre’s production of ‘The Liar’ begins April 6
(Vanderbilt University Department of Theatre) Vanderbilt University Theatre will present David Ives’ adaptation of The Liar beginning at 8 p.m. Friday, April 6, at Vanderbilt’s Neely Auditorium. This will be the final production of the department’s 2011-12 theatrical season. The Vanderbilt production is based on the American playwright’s lively… Read MoreApr 2, 2012
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Children ages 5-15 can train for triathlon with Team Vanderbilt
Sign your child up for the 2012 Nashville Kids Triathlon. The race is geared for the first-time triathlete, with manageable distances for 5- to 10-year-olds and 11- to 15-year-olds. In the Junior Division (ages 5-10 – turning 6 by Dec. 31, 2012), participants swim 100 meters, bike three… Read MoreApr 2, 2012
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Introduction to community-based social marketing for public health April 13
Community Research Partners will meet from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Friday, April 13, for the first in a two-part series discussing social marketing for public health. The workshop will present an overview of the Community Based Prevention Marketing model, which combines social marketing and community-based participatory research, as well… Read MoreApr 2, 2012
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Volunteers needed for Commencement 2012
Volunteer this year for the university’s largest and most prestigious events on campus – Vanderbilt’s 137th Commencement. (Daniel Dubois/Vanderbilt) Vanderbilt is gearing up for Commencement 2012 and there is a need for volunteers to help with the three-day celebration for graduates and their families. THE PARTY Wednesday, May 9… Read MoreMar 30, 2012