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  • Vanderbilt University

    Vanderbilt Poll: Tennessee teachers are underpaid, need unions

    Most Tennesseans believe that public school teachers are underpaid and many support their right to be represented by unions, according to voters surveyed by the Vanderbilt Poll. Read More

    Nov 15, 2011

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    Aurbach honored by Southeastern College Art Conference

    "Administrative Trial and Error," part of the Secrecy Series by Michael Aurbach (image courtesy of the artist) Michael Aurbach, professor of art at Vanderbilt, has received the 2011 Award for Outstanding Exhibition and Catalogue of Contemporary Materials from the Southeastern College Art Conference. In 2010,… Read More

    Nov 14, 2011

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    Green Bag luncheon on sustainable holiday ideas Nov. 16

    If you attend at least three Green Bag lunch events you will be entered in a drawing to win prizes. (iStock photo) The Sustainability and Environmental Management Office (SEMO) and the American Studies Sustainability Project will sponsor the third installment of the Green Bag Luncheon… Read More

    Nov 14, 2011

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    Dykens, UCEDD recognized for service to individuals with disabilities

    Elisabeth Dykens (Daniel Dubois/Vanderbilt) Individuals and representatives of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center’s University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) were recognized at the annual conference of the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) in early November. The Outstanding Achievement Award was presented to… Read More

    Nov 14, 2011

  • Larry Van Horn

    Health care crisis subject of School of Medicine Dean’s Lecture

    Larry Van Horn (Vanderbilt University) Larry Van Horn, executive director of health affairs at Owen Graduate School of Management, will discuss “Our Health Care Crisis: A Mathematical Examination” from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, in 214 Light Hall. It is the latest installment in the School of Medicine’s Dean’s Lecture… Read More

    Nov 14, 2011

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    Vanderbilt Poll: Tennesseans stout in support of Herman Cain

    Businessman Herman Cain is the favorite of Tennessee voters for the state’s March 6 presidential Republican primary election, but female voters are far less likely to support him. That pattern is unlikely to change in light of allegations of sexual harassment against him, according to a new poll by the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions at Vanderbilt University. Read More

    Nov 13, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Vanderbilt Board of Trust approves Alumni Hall renovations

    A rendering of the renovated Alumni Hall's west elevation. (image courtesy of Bruner/Cott) The Vanderbilt Board of Trust’s Executive Committee voted Nov. 10 to begin significant renovations to Alumni Hall in order to create flexible spaces to support a wide range of activities – such as tutoring,… Read More

    Nov 11, 2011

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    New group of endowed chairs celebrated

    The outstanding academic achievements of 11 faculty members who have been named to endowed chairs were praised during a celebration at the Student Life Center. Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

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    Tornado risk increases in November; sign up for AlertVU notification

    November can be one of the busiest months for tornadoes in Tennessee as cold air clashes with the remnants of summer’s warm temperatures in the South. To be notified about a tornado warning or other emergency incident at Vanderbilt, sign up for AlertVU, the university’s emergency notification system. Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

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    Art professor’s design among finalists for new Tennessee license plate

    Assistant Professor of Art Amelia Winger-Bearskin's design is one of 10 finalists in the State Your Plate contest. Tennesseans for the Arts, the statewide advocacy group that supports the Tennessee Arts Commission, has announced the 10 finalists selected for State Your Plate, the… Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

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    Saturday Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young resumes January 2012

    (Jenny Mandeville/Vanderbilt) The Saturday Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young will resume Jan. 21, 2012, and will be held consecutive Saturdays through Feb. 25. SAVY provides a dynamic, fast-paced curriculum experience to qualifying gifted children in kindergarten and grades 1–6. SAVY participants typically test at the 95th percentile… Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

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    Who’s on the Blair stage Nov. 14-18

    Blair School of Music at Vanderbilt (Neil Brake/Vanderbilt) Make note of these Blair School of Music performances the week of Nov. 14-18. Tuesday, Nov. 15 8 p.m. Ingram Hall Guest artist recital: Audra McDonald Just a month before she begins her Broadway… Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

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    Holiday gift card drive for families experiencing autism spectrum disorder

    Having a child with an autism spectrum disorder can create a financial burden that is exacerbated during the holidays, when extra expenses arise. The Autism Society of Middle Tennessee is hosting its fourth annual Holiday Gift Card Drive for those families in need. Last year, the drive resulted in… Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Predators offer flexibility with ‘six pack’ ticket offer

    Purchase a “six pack” of tickets to upcoming Nashville Predators hockey games and get the flexibility of choosing which games you want to attend and your seat type, as well as these benefits: 2 free Lower Bowl tickets for April 3 vs. Minnesota (a $160 value)… Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

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    Get discounted tickets to Nashville Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’

    (image courtesy of Nashville Ballet) Members of the Vanderbilt community can receive discounts to the Nashville Ballet’s annual holiday production that are no longer available to the general public. Nashville’s Nutcracker, which runs Dec. 9-18 at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, is performed by almost 200 dancers to live… Read More

    Nov 10, 2011

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    Join the effort to protect Tennessee’s children from abuse and neglect

    Give to Community Shares and help Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee and other community agencies (image courtesy of Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee) Each year in Tennessee, the number of children reported abused or neglected would more than fill Titans stadium. If that fact isn’t sobering enough, consider this: Most abuse… Read More

    Nov 9, 2011

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    ‘Hold the Stuffing’ helps control weight during holidays

    To participate in Hold the Stuffing, weigh in at a Health Plus Hold the Stuffing station before Thanksgiving (Nov. 14-19) and again after New Year’s. If you maintain your weight within two pounds, you will be entered into a drawing for one of 10 $50… Read More

    Nov 9, 2011

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    Listen: Vanderbilt scholars explore Bible’s relevance to today’s world

    The Bible can draw politically and religiously polarized groups closer together if they view scripture through the lenses of different beliefs and interpretations, say Vanderbilt University Divinity School professors Amy-Jill Levine and Doug Knight. Read More

    Nov 9, 2011

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    Free paper shredding offered Nov. 15 to mark America Recycles Day

    Vanderbilt’s Sustainability and Environmental Management Office, in conjunction with VU’s confidential paper shredding partner, Cintas, will celebrate America Recycles Day with a Community Paper Shred Day. The event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.,  offering free paper, magazine, and book shredding to… Read More

    Nov 9, 2011

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    Pizza Perfect’s ‘Just say no to turkey’ deal

    Pizza Perfect is offering the Vanderbilt community a special deal for November, the “Just say no to turkey” deal, which includes spinach lasagna, fresh bread, house salad and a gallon of brewed tea for 10 people for $94. Delivery and set-up included. The first department to call and order… Read More

    Nov 9, 2011