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Vanderbilt staff discover the power of an online Master of Legal Studies degree
The Law School offers a 25 percent tuition scholarship to any eligible Vanderbilt employee enrolled in the online Master of Legal Studies program. Read MoreApr 5, 2023
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Quick Facts website updated; new Re:VU card available
Vanderbilt’s official public source for general university facts and figures is the Quick Facts website, which has been fully updated for 2023 and is now live. In addition, a printed Re:VU card that features a QR code linking to the full set of data found on the Quick Facts website is now available. Read MoreApr 5, 2023
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Spring 2023 Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Fair is April 11
The Office of Experiential Learning and Immersion Vanderbilt welcomes the university to the spring Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Fair, scheduled for Tuesday, April 11, from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Student Life Center Commodore Ballroom. Read MoreApr 5, 2023
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Welsh’s study reveals school-level factors may be key to reducing exclusionary discipline
By Jenna Somers Richard Welsh Racial inequality in school discipline is a major problem across the United States. Black students experience disproportional office disciplinary referrals and out-of-school suspensions, which lead to greater losses in instructional time. Reducing the use of exclusionary discipline is critical for improving academic achievement and educational… Read MoreApr 5, 2023
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Three myths about mental health care, debunked
It is important to separate fact from fiction when it comes to mental health care. Read more about common misconceptions around mental health, and take advantage of employee mental health resources through Lyra. Read MoreApr 5, 2023
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Registration open for 2023 Graduate Recognition Ceremonies
Vanderbilt’s graduating seniors are encouraged to participate in this year’s Graduate Recognition Ceremonies for specific identity groups as part of the university’s 2023 Commencement celebrations. Read MoreApr 5, 2023
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Kujawa receives Award for Distinguished Early Career Contributions to Psychophysiology
Autumn Kujawa, assistant professor of psychology and human development at Vanderbilt Peabody College, has won the 2023 Award for Distinguished Early Career Contributions to Psychophysiology from the Society for Psychophysiological Research. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Phillips Galloway and Çermikli Ayvaz partner with multilingual and multicultural teacher training program in Turkey
By Jenna Somers Phillips-Galloway When doctoral student Basak Çermikli Ayvaz saw an opportunity to secure funding to partner with educators in Turkey to support multilingual and multicultural education, she discussed it with her advisor, Emily Phillips Galloway, assistant professor of literacy education. This led the researchers, both in the… Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Peabody study offers framework for supporting career and technical education with state funding
From left to right: Adela Soliz, Cara DeLoach, Hidahis Mesa By Jenna Somers Community and technical colleges are essential for expanding access to post-secondary education and preparing students to enter the workforce, particularly within their local communities. Unfortunately, these institutions often have limited financial resources to respond to both industry… Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Residential colleges host Transfer Student Appreciation Week April 10-14
Vanderbilt's residential colleges are hosting the inaugural Transfer Student Appreciation Week April 10-14. To highlight transfer students' contributions and accomplishments, the VU community is invited to social and educational events throughout the week. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Vanderbilt University joins effort to help students from small-town and rural America connect to higher education
Vanderbilt University is among 16 of the nation’s most prominent universities and colleges collaborating in the STARS College Network, a new effort to help students from small-town and rural America enroll in, succeed at and graduate from the undergraduate program of their choice. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Class of 2023: Sanjana Padala fosters connection and community
Class of 2023: Sanjana Padala, a medicine, health and society major from Little Rock, Arkansas, has a heart for helping those who might feel unheard. Whether volunteering at Veterans Affairs hospitals, tutoring fellow students in physics, creating cultural connections through Asian American clubs, or dreaming of a future working in health care and helping to support mental and physical health equity, Padala’s calming and optimistic nature fosters connection. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Class of 2023: Bass Military Scholar Matt Smith takes expertise to the operating room
Class of 2023: From Navy SEAL to Vanderbilt Bass Military Scholar to doctor. Matt Smithis taking his expertise in leadership and collaboration into the operating room. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Class of 2023: Justin Brooks dedicates legal career to expanding justice for all
Class of 2023: See how Justin Brooks is on a mission of compassion, using his growing legal expertise to aid and empower victims of domestic violence and the economically disadvantaged. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Class of 2023: John Abbott celebrates life in music, research and food
Class of 2023: Whether collaborating in a biomedical engineering lab, leading a cooking class or rocking out on stage with his band, John Abbott has a zest for living life to its fullest and sharing his experiences with others. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Class of 2023: Collaboration in faith and academics inspires HOD major Darren Francis
Class of 2023: See how New Orleans native Darren Francis has expanded his faith and his future with the help of a special community at Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 4, 2023
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Class of 2023: Crisis leads Mark Miller from business leadership to bedside care and advocacy
Class of 2023: It’s every child’s nightmare: Both parents are rushed to the hospital with life-threatening emergencies. But that terrifying personal experience—and his parents’ recovery—inspired Mark Miller to put aside a 20-year management career and earn a master’s in nursing at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. Read MoreApr 3, 2023
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Class of 2023: Jack Allen shares passion for music—and compassion for others—through the piano
Class of 2023: For some, a piano is just an instrument. For Jack Allen, a piano performance major at the Vanderbilt Blair School of Music, it is a vehicle for compassion, inspiration, teaching and community. Read MoreApr 3, 2023
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Class of 2023: From Broadway to an MBA, Taylor Rasmussen combines creativity and business savvy
Class of 2023: Learn why actor and playwright Taylor Rasmussen left the bright lights of New York City to follow a new dream of effecting positive change through business. But this isn’t fiction. It’s the life of Taylor Rasmussen, MBA’23. Read MoreApr 3, 2023
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Campus Dining to celebrate Earth Month with sustainability events throughout April
In support of Vanderbilt’s sustainability goals, Campus Dining is excited to celebrate Earth Month throughout April. Join the Vanderbilt community at events all month long, including specialty menu events, sustainable product giveaways, guest speakers and the popular Rand Farmer’s Market. Read MoreApr 3, 2023