Law, Business And Politics
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The rules of invention do not reflect the realities of the inventive process. Here’s how to fix it.
The Invention Myth, by Sean B. Seymore, Centennial Professor of Law and Professor of Chemistry at Vanderbilt University, offers a new approach to inventorship, one that more accurately reflects the way many significant things are created. Read MoreMar 14, 2024
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Hierarchy expansion: When should my startup hire managers?
In new research, Vanderbilt's Megan Lawrence examines the role of knowledge scope and shared experiences in organizational coordination. Read MoreMar 14, 2024
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Voluntary household actions contribute 40% of cumulative emissions reductions under the IIJA and IRA
Working across multiple disciplines, Vanderbilt researchers found that a relatively small proportion of funds from two recent significant pieces of environmental law – the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021 and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 – could lead to an outsized reduction in emissions. Read MoreFeb 29, 2024
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Latest Vanderbilt Unity Index shows the U.S. continuing its trend toward increased political polarization
The Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy’s latest Vanderbilt Unity Index shows the country continuing its trend toward more polarization, ending 2023 down nearly three points from the start of the year. Read MoreFeb 14, 2024
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CLASS OF 2024: Trey Ferguson aims to “lift as he climbs” with law and business degrees
WATCH: Learn about the mentor who most inspired Trey Ferguson to use his J.D./MBA degrees to help future graduate students. Read MoreFeb 9, 2024
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Vanderbilt Unity Poll reveals a Trump conviction could significantly impact centrist voters
Americans overwhelmingly feel that their political systems do not represent them, including compromise on abortion, and they are not confident the American political system accurately reflects their will, according to the latest quarterly Vanderbilt Unity Poll measuring Americans’ unity and beliefs on government and democracy. Read MoreJan 11, 2024
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Vanderbilt Debate team enjoys success on international stage
As part of Dialogue Vanderbilt, the debate team hosted an online event with the Rwandan National Debate Team on Nov. 29. Read MoreNov 30, 2023
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From Vanderbilt to the U.S. Debate Team: Meet Daniel Ardity
Vanderbilt student Daniel Ardity earned a place on the U.S. Debate Team this year, an accomplishment that has allowed him to travel around the world while also continuing to hone his debate skills closer at home. Read MoreNov 30, 2023
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Then and Now: The tradition of debate at Vanderbilt
Always at the helm of fostering campus dialogue, the Vanderbilt Debate team exists to provide on-campus, national and international educational opportunities that enable students to improve their analytical, communication, critical thinking, listening and research skills. Read MoreNov 30, 2023
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Support for democracy in the Americas remains low, opening door for politicians with undemocratic plans, Vanderbilt survey finds
A simmering discontent with democracy in Latin America and the Caribbean is creating opportunities for politicians with undemocratic plans, according to a comprehensive survey released Nov. 29 by Vanderbilt University’s LAPOP Lab. Read MoreNov 29, 2023
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Vanderbilt University announces inaugural student ambassadors for Open Dialogue Visiting Fellows Program
Launched this fall, the Open Dialogue Visiting Fellows program is a series to equip students for engaged and informed citizenship in a fractured world. The 12 student ambassadors will work closely with faculty and campus visitors to design programs for their peers, host visiting speakers and serve as representatives of the program to the Vanderbilt community. Read MoreNov 14, 2023
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Unity Project welcomes daughters of human rights activist Bishop Desmond Tutu to campus Nov. 6
Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe and Rev. Naomi Nontombi Tutu, daughters of famed human right activist Desmond Tutu, will be on campus for 'Lunch & Learn: International Development and Global Peacemaking' to share their experiences and answer attendees’ questions about their work. The event will take place from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., and registration is open to all members of the Vanderbitl community. Read MoreNov 1, 2023
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New dean aims to elevate Vanderbilt’s business school with focus on students, cutting-edge collaboration
WATCH: Get to know the new dean of the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management, Tom Steenburgh, and his vision for the future of business education. Read MoreOct 26, 2023
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British ambassador to visit Vanderbilt Oct. 23
Vanderbilt University will host a conversation featuring Dame Karen Pierce, the British ambassador to the United States, and Morgan Ortagus, former spokesperson for the United States Department of State. The event will be Monday, Oct. 23, from 5 to 6 p.m. and is open to the public. Read MoreOct 11, 2023
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Vanderbilt hosts ‘TEDxNashville Women: In Good Company’ Nov. 2
This TEDxNashville Women event will bring together leaders, thinkers and creatives for engaging conversations and thought-provoking talks on topics that affect women. Read MoreOct 11, 2023
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Arts and Science senior completes immersion experience in Morocco, earns prestigious award at Army ROTC Summer Training Camp
Grace Kirtley, a law, history and society major with a minor in Arabic, served in the key leadership role of platoon sergeant during an intensive training mission. Read MoreSep 29, 2023
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FIFA could make the Women’s World Cup more competitive
Vanderbilt Business’ Michael Lapré studied years of FIFA data and made recommendations on combatting competitive disparity at the Women’s World Cup. Read MoreSep 28, 2023
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Wond’ry-initiated startup TuneHatch joins global accelerator Techstars, wins Blacks in Technology pitch competition; earns NEXT Award nomination
Wond’ry-initiated predictive analytics company TuneHatch grows by joining global network for entrepreneurs Techstars; wins Blacks in Technology pitch competition; named finalist to Nashville Entrepreneur Center NEXT Awards. Read MoreSep 28, 2023
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Vanderbilt Unity Poll results demonstrate considerable support for individual freedoms
Findings from the Vanderbilt Project on Unity & American Democracy's third quarterly poll show that only one-fifth of Americans believe that everyday citizens are united when it comes to the most pressing issues facing the country, and less than two-fifths believe that Americans are likely to unite in the future. While there is not a lot of optimism about unity in the country, there is agreement on the high value of freedom of speech and expression. Read MoreSep 26, 2023
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15 years after Lehman Bros. collapse, major banking overhaul still needed, former Treasury advisers warn
A Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator for Political Economy and Regulation paper argues that banks should be treated as public utilities, like electricity and other essential services. The white paper by Vanderbilt Law professor Morgan Ricks and Columbia Law professor Lev Menand is the first policy proposal released by VPA, a Discovery Vanderbilt initiative. Read MoreSep 14, 2023