Releases
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Wente, Kopstain discuss Return to Campus Plan at virtual town hall
More than 2,700 members of the university community attended a virtual town hall to learn more about Vanderbilt’s four-phased Return to Campus Plan. Read MoreMay 15, 2020
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Fitch affirms Vanderbilt University’s AAA bond rating
Vanderbilt University’s publicly traded, long-term bonds continue to be rated AAA—the highest level—by the Fitch Group, a leading credit agency. Read MoreMay 14, 2020
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Blair School’s young music students perform for memory care patients
Zachary Ebin, director of the Blair School’s Suzuki program, and Blair Academy and Harpeth Hall student Nora Wang organized a series of online outreach concerts for people in need of a little cheer, including residents at Abe’s Garden, a Nashville Alzheimer’s and memory care facility. Read MoreMay 14, 2020
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Ask an Expert: How does social distancing impact the practice of law?
Cat Moon, lecturer in law and director of innovation design for the Program on Law and Innovation at Vanderbilt Law School, discusses the various ways that social distancing may impact the practice of law. Read MoreMay 14, 2020
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New braille phonetic system opens doors for classical singers with visual impairments
A Vanderbilt professor has devised a new phonetic system for braille readers that promotes inclusive learning for aspiring classical singers with visual impairments. Read MoreMay 11, 2020
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A message to Vanderbilt University’s Class of 2020 from Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente
In a video message to the Class of 2020, Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente congratulates graduates on their many achievements, commends their perseverance during this challenging time, and confers upon them their Vanderbilt degrees. Read MoreMay 8, 2020
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Vanderbilt names 2020 Founder’s Medalists
Interim Chancellor and Provost Susan R. Wente announced Vanderbilt’s 2020 Founder’s Medalists in a video message to the university community on May 8. Read MoreMay 8, 2020
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Vanderbilt University honors 34 as emeriti faculty
Vanderbilt University is honoring 34 faculty members retiring in 2020 for their years of service, and bestowing on them the title of emeritus or emerita faculty. Read MoreMay 8, 2020
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2020 Vanderbilt Divinity School and GDR Distinguished Alumni/ae named
A professor who pushed the boundaries of feminist theology, a community social justice activist, and an advocate for women’s health issues are the 2020 Vanderbilt Divinity School and Graduate Department of Religion Distinguished Alumni/ae. Read MoreMay 7, 2020
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Statement from Vanderbilt University regarding the U.S. Department of Education’s Final Title IX Rule
“Vanderbilt is deeply committed to ensuring the safety of each and every member of our community. We are reviewing the new Title IX regulations, and will take the time necessary to examine these complex rules to ensure we implement them in a manner that protects the well-being and safety… Read MoreMay 6, 2020
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Living through history, Class of 2020 reacts to COVID-19
As the world responds to COVID-19, Vanderbilt's Class of 2020 reflects on reaching the milestone of college graduation during such a tumultuous time. Read MoreMay 6, 2020
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Vanderbilt receives $20 million from The William K. Warren Foundation to further treatments for brain disorders
Vanderbilt University has received $20 million from The William K. Warren Foundation, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to establish the Warren Center for Neuroscience Drug Discovery to support pharmaceutical breakthroughs. Read MoreMay 5, 2020
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Ask an Expert: How do we fix the food supply chain?
Mumin Kurtulus, associate professor of operations management at the Owen Graduate School of Management, addresses ways to fix the food supply chain. Read MoreMay 4, 2020
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Domestic abuse expected to rise during COVID-19 outbreak
The stresses placed on families, combined with the closure of classrooms and child care during the COVID-19 outbreak, heightens the risks of domestic abuse and neglect, according to a new Vanderbilt University report published online in "Pediatrics," the official journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read MoreMay 1, 2020
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Vanderbilt Fulbright finalists and alternates announced for 2020-21
Twelve Vanderbilt students and alumni have been awarded funding to pursue graduate study, conduct research and teach English around the world through the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Student Program. An additional eight students have been named alternates and may subsequently become grantees. Read MoreApr 30, 2020
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Two Arts and Science professors named 2020 Guggenheim Fellows
Two College of Arts and Science professors are among 175 scholars, artists and scientists to be awarded 2020 John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowships. Read MoreApr 30, 2020
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Ask an Expert: How does the economy restart?
Kathleen McKiernan, assistant professor of economics, discusses how the economy can restart after the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read MoreApr 29, 2020
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New COVID-19 Research and Innovation Fund engages community in Vanderbilt’s fight against coronavirus
Vanderbilt University has established a new COVID-19 Research and Innovation Fund. The fund enables donations to support research and innovation projects to fight COVID-19. Read MoreApr 29, 2020
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Vanderbilt jazz program honored by ‘DownBeat’ magazine
Blair School of Music’s budding jazz program earned top ranking in the category of Best Blues/Pop/Rock Group for "Commercial Break," a self-titled debut album written and recorded by an ensemble of Vanderbilt undergraduates. Read MoreApr 28, 2020
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Ask an Expert: How will the pandemic change workplaces?
David Owens, professor for the practice of management and innovation and Evans Family Executive Director of the Wond'ry, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic will change workplaces. Read MoreApr 28, 2020