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Student rocketeers achieve at NASA competition
Vanderbilt Aerospace Club is flying high after a NASA competition win. Read MoreApr 19, 2011
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Two retirement planning events April 26
Two retirement planning events will help faculty and staff learn more about the financial market, Vanderbilt's 403(b) retirement plan and estate planning. Read MoreApr 19, 2011
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Stellar Nights program at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory examines age of universe
Vanderbilt University Professor of Astronomy David Weintraub will present the second half of a lecture series titled "How Old is the Universe?" at the Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory on Tuesday, May 3, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Read MoreApr 19, 2011
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Golf legend Mason Rudolph dies at 76
The golfing world lost a legend when Mason Rudolph passed away at the age of 76. He died April 18. Read MoreApr 19, 2011
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What to do during severe weather at Vanderbilt
iStockPhotography April has definitely been a stormy month in Middle Tennessee. The National Weather Service has issued a number of watches and warnings, and probably will continue to do so throughout the month. So, this is a good time to review your personal plans for what to do if… Read MoreApr 18, 2011
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Next Steps program accepting applications
Applications are now being accepted for Next Steps at Vanderbilt, a 2-year certificate program for students with intellectual disabilities. The second class of Next Steps at Vanderbilt will begin August 2011. Young adults seeking admission to Next Steps at Vanderbilt should be between 18 and 26 years… Read MoreApr 18, 2011
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Ground travel planning seminar to be held
Lexu LS 460 (courtesy of Grand Avenue Limo) All are invited to an informative bag Lunch and Learn designed to educate, inform and enhance Vanderbilt ground transportation travel planning. “Transportation Tips 101 – Easiest Class at Vanderbilt,” will be led by Grand Avenue Chauffeured Transportation travel expert and Vanderbilt… Read MoreApr 18, 2011
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Faculty/Staff Health & Wellness Newsletter for April/May now online
The award-winning Faculty / Staff Health & Wellness Connection Newsletter for April/May is now available online. Enjoy popular features such as Leading by Example, Ask the Dietitian and the Counseling Corner Get the latest on upcoming Faculty/Staff Health & Wellness events and programs Track faculty and staff… Read MoreApr 18, 2011
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Two Vanderbilt University students selected as Goldwater Scholars for 2010-2011 academic year
Two Vanderbilt University students have been selected as Goldwater Scholars. Each will receive a two-year scholarship worth $7,500 a year for educational expenses. Each year, Vanderbilt and other four-year universities are given the opportunity to nominate up to four outstanding sophomore and junior students in the math, science and engineering… Read MoreApr 18, 2011
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Vanderbilt Bowlers Second at NCAA
TAYLOR, Mich. – Vanderbilt’s inspired run at the NCAA Bowling Championship fell just short Saturday as the Commodores fell to Maryland-Eastern Shore in the title match, 4 games to 2. Read MoreApr 18, 2011
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New Health & Wellness Wellcast: Summer Sports Camps at Vanderbilt
VU Athletics Lori Alexander speaks with Stacey Bonner about the opportunities Vanderbilt Student Athletics has to offer during the summer. Visit the Vanderbilt Athletics website to view the summer sports camps schedule. View the Child and Family Center Programs for Children and Youth. Read MoreApr 15, 2011
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Health Plus presents: Working Through Difficult Conversations
iStockPhotography This class considers how we participate in those repetitive conversations which have always turned out to be ineffective. To break this cycle and create more meaningful interactions with others, we might want to step back from the immediacy of the interaction. This class presents a method of looking… Read MoreApr 15, 2011
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Save the Earth, save the air, save $$$ commuting: Find out how at the Clean Air Fair April 21
Come celebrate Earth Day with games, prizes and giveaways Thursday, April 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Medical Center Plaza Across from Langford Auditorium* at the first-ever Vanderbilt Clean Air Fair. This fair is a unique forum for employees and students to learn about alternative transportation and… Read MoreApr 15, 2011
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Save the Date: Employee Picnic and symphony events scheduled for May
The Employee Celebration Picnic for all Vanderbilt employees will be held on Friday, May 20. Mark your calendars now! Also, the Vanderbilt Family Night with The Nashville Symphony will be held on Tuesday, May 24. Don’t miss it! More details will be featured on myVU as they are confirmed. Read MoreApr 15, 2011
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Prenatal yoga class offered April 21
iStockPhotography Babies and You presents “Prenatal Yoga” on April 21 at noon in Room 415 Light Hall. Babies and You Prenatal Education Classes, offered by Health Plus, are a work site prenatal health promotion program available to all Vanderbilt employees, spouses and dependents. The program encourages early and consistent… Read MoreApr 15, 2011
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Weight Watchers at Work opportunities coming up
Beach season is almost here. Come see what Weight Watchers is all about. A new Weight Watchers at Work Session begins at the Student Life Center on Wednesday, April 20. New members pay $120 for the 8-week session. Returning members pay $110 (payments can be divided). The group meets… Read MoreApr 15, 2011
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Researchers discuss ethical considerations of ‘curing’ disabilities
Vanderbilt researchers from the Department of Pediatrics, Peabody College and the Divinity School joined with parent advocates for a panel discussion on the ethical considerations of "curing" disabilities. Read MoreApr 14, 2011
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Memorial service set for Russian professor David Lowe
David Lowe, an expert in Russian literature who taught at Vanderbilt for three decades, died April 9. He was 63. Read MoreApr 14, 2011
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Register now for SAVY summer courses
SAVY provides a dynamic learning experience to gifted children in kindergarten through grade six. Read MoreApr 14, 2011
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New global portal for cyber-physical systems research launched
Chris VanBuskirk (Steve Green / Vanderbilt) Vanderbilt’s Institute for Software Integrated Systems (ISIS) has built and will operate a Web-based collaboration platform for the new National Science Foundation-funded Cyber-Physical Systems Virtual Organization. The CPS-VO aims to bring together researchers, educators and students working in academics, industry and… Read MoreApr 14, 2011