Releases
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I Am Vanderbilt: Shaneithia Lewis
Cpl. Shaneithia Lewis patrols her assigned zone each day with the mission of keeping the campus safe. But she does so with a unique partner riding along. Read MoreNov 30, 2018
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Emeritus Divinity professor who turned faith into community activism dies
The Rev. Don Beisswenger, a Divinity School emeritus professor who lived out his faith as a dedicated community activist—serving six months in federal prison for a nonviolent protest—has died. Read MoreNov 29, 2018
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First-generation students talk about experiences at Vanderbilt
Watch as first-generation college students talk about choosing Vanderbilt University and how they contribute to the cultural and intellectual life of the campus community. Read MoreNov 29, 2018
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Report: Racial isolation affects TN Black teachers’ turnover rates
A Vanderbilt study finds that teachers of color are more likely to transfer schools than White teachers, especially when they are racially isolated. Read MoreNov 29, 2018
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Free club at Vanderbilt aims to make math fun for middle, high school students
The Nashville Math Club will offer hands-on activities such as learning the geometry of bubbles or seeing the math behind various shapes of origami. Read MoreNov 28, 2018
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Exoskeleton developed at Vanderbilt University collects R&D 100 Award
The R&D 100 Awards are an international competition that recognizes the 100 most exceptional innovations in science and technology from the past year. Read MoreNov 28, 2018
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Five faculty elected AAAS fellows
Five Vanderbilt University faculty members have been elected new fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the world’s largest general scientific society. Read MoreNov 27, 2018
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Career and technical education is focus of $5M research network
Vanderbilt Education Policy Researcher Shaun M. Dougherty will help lead the Career and Technical Education Research Network, a new $5 million research project designed to increase the evidence base on career and technical education. Read MoreNov 22, 2018
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Phase change materials demonstrate promise in propagating photons for data transmission
A team learned that the broad gradient in the infrared optical properties of vanadium dioxide, as it transitions from insulating to metallic, offers distinct implications for nanophotonics. Read MoreNov 19, 2018
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Annual showcase celebrating Native American Heritage Month set for Nov. 26
The annual Art of Resistance showcase will celebrate Native American traditions through song, ceremonial dance, poetry and storytelling on Nov. 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m in Sarratt Cinema. Read MoreNov 19, 2018
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Vanderbilt writer-in-residence talks ‘Flags and Anthems’ at upcoming Sports and Society event
Vanderbilt Writer-In-Residence Alice Randall, a best-selling author and award-winning songwriter, will lead a Sports and Society lecture on “Flags and Anthems" Thursday, Nov. 29. Read MoreNov 19, 2018
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Bridge over I-440 named for Vanderbilt professor, community activist
A bridge over I-440 has been named in memory of a Vanderbilt Divinity School professor who worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life in urban neighborhoods. Read MoreNov 18, 2018
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U.S. Department of Education announces new regulations to address sexual misconduct
Vanderbilt University will carefully consider proposed new regulations announced by U.S. Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos to replace previous guidance on how allegations of sexual misconduct are handled at colleges and universities. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Vanderbilt University’s AAA bond rating affirmed by Fitch
Vanderbilt University's bond rating continues to be rated AAA—the highest level—by the Fitch Group, a leading credit agency. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Nia Dorsey: Commodore defender and community volunteer
Nia Dorsey is the defender on the SEC Champion Commodore soccer team, but her Vanderbilt career has largely been defined by service. Read MoreNov 16, 2018
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Vanderbilt research hub to examine issues faced by children at risk for poor health, education outcomes
Vanderbilt researchers will establish a new research hub to better understand the needs of some of some of Tennessee’s most vulnerable children. Read MoreNov 15, 2018
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Career and technical education is focus of $5M research network
Vanderbilt's Shaun M. Dougherty will help lead the Career and Technical Education Research Network, a new IES-funded research project. Read MoreNov 15, 2018
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Expert: How to keep your cool—and stick to your budget—on Black Friday
[vustarinfo] Kelly Goldsmith, associate professor of marketing at Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School of Management, is available to discuss shopping behavior on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. She studies how the perception of scarcity drives consumer behavior. Reminders of scarcity prompt consumers… Read MoreNov 14, 2018
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2018 Diwali Showcase features dance, music, food
Hundreds of Vanderbilt and greater Nashville area community members gathered in Langford Auditorium for the 2018 Diwali Showcase, an annual program presented by Vanderbilt's South Asian Cultural Exchange that featured dances and performances by more than 300 students. Read MoreNov 14, 2018
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Vanderbilt welcomes its most global, talented first-year class
Vanderbilt's Class of 2022 has several notable distinctions, including being the most selective in the university's history with a 9.6 percent acceptance rate of all students. Read MoreNov 14, 2018