Society And Culture
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Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research joins Discovery Vanderbilt; Calipari appointed director
The Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research, led by Erin Calipari, advances research to understand how addiction and substance use disorder develops in the brain. VCAR’s goals are to develop new pharmaceutical strategies and to destigmatize addiction as a personal failing. Read MoreDec 14, 2023
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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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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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GRAMMY nominations announced for Edgar Meyer, Dashon Burton, and William Brittelle
Blair School of Music is well represented in the nominations for the 66th GRAMMY Awards, with a total of five selections announced on November 10. Read MoreNov 16, 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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Ingram Scholars Program celebrates 30 years
The Ingram Scholars Program, founded in 1993 by then-Board of Trust Chairman E. Bronson Ingram, has led to transformative student experiences for many at Vanderbilt who, in turn, have given service to Nashville and communities around the globe. Read MoreNov 9, 2023
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Metro Council to honor the Nichols Humanitarian Fund with resolution
The Nichols Humanitarian Fund, which provides funding in support of Vanderbilt students who plan to pursue humanitarian immersive experiences, was established in 2006 by the E.C. and Lucile Hamby Nichols Trust, and by Edward C. Nichols Jr., JD’70, and his wife, Janice Nichols. The fund encourages Vanderbilt students to become better citizens of the world and to broaden their thinking by volunteering for humanitarian efforts. Read MoreNov 9, 2023
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WATCH: New Vanderbilt Divinity dean to build on school’s excellence as innovator, collaborator
The Divinity School’s storied history and reputation for theological education—including advocacy for racial and social justice—were key to Yolanda Pierce’s move to Vanderbilt for the deanship. Read MoreNov 6, 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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WATCH: Storied Vanderbilt campus home becomes living history lab and exhibit
See how more than 200 students and faculty came together through 19 interdisciplinary hands-on courses to turn the historic Vaughn home into a living laboratory, unveiling "hidden narratives" of Vanderbilt's and Nashville's past. Read MoreOct 31, 2023
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Lab-to-Table special event: ‘Hollywood Reimagined with AI,’ a film screening and discussion on Nov. 10
Join “Hollywood Reimagined with AI” in an in-person Lab-to-Table Conversation on November 10 at Sarratt Cinema. Read MoreOct 26, 2023
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Vanderbilt University announces inaugural literary prize
The new prize comes as Vanderbilt University marks its Sesquicentennial by honoring its strong connection to the arts. Read MoreOct 23, 2023
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Researchers root US maternal health disparities in the social environment
Monica Keith, assistant professor of anthropology, recently published insights into the complex factors contributing to maternal hypertension and health disparities. This research sheds light on the alarming rates of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy in the United States, particularly among Black mothers. Read MoreOct 17, 2023
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London-based artist to visit as global scholar in residence Oct. 23–28
Glory Samjolly joins an impressive list of scholars being brought to Vanderbilt by the Global Scholars in Residence program, which was introduced in November 2022 by the Office of the Chancellor. Read MoreOct 13, 2023
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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation awards $1M grant to Vanderbilt anthropologists studying cultural factors in health inequalities
With colleagues from Meharry Medical College, Tuskegee University and the World Health Organization, T.S. Harvey and Ted Fischer will examine the manifold contributions of the cultural context of health to emerging and persistent health inequalities. Read MoreOct 9, 2023
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María Magdalena Campos-Pons wins 2023 MacArthur Fellowship
María Magdalena Campos-Pons, Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Art, has been awarded a 2023 MacArthur Fellowship for her work exploring personal and collective histories across the Caribbean. Read MoreOct 9, 2023
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LAPOP research recommends techniques to inclusively measure gender identity in Latin America and the Caribbean
LAPOP statisticians developed a more inclusive and accurate technique to measure gender identity in Latin America and the Caribbean, where deeply ingrained norms can make it challenging for individuals to express their true gender identity openly. Read MoreOct 9, 2023
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Vanderbilt University’s Quantum Potential unveiled: Meet the minds shaping our future
Quantum Potential is a collection of wild but precise portraits of the scholars, scientists and students at Vanderbilt who are finding new ways to understand the world—and change it. A premiere event will take place Oct. 11 at 6 p.m., including a screening of two short films, behind-the-scenes discussions and an immersive performance. The event is open the general public; registration is required. Read MoreOct 6, 2023
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Biological scientists find that external factors impact vaccine belief-behavior predictions
Widespread trust in vaccines often leads to higher vaccination rates, but vaccine shortages can deter even those with confidence in vaccines. Furthermore, while vaccine mandates can create an appearance of universal vaccination, people may remain hesitant, resulting in lower compliance than anticipated. Read MoreOct 5, 2023
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Robert Talisse wins Open Inquiry Award for Exceptional Scholarship from Heterodox Academy
Robert Talisse’s Open Inquiry Award recognizes his work on effective argumentation—an increasingly relevant topic for today’s polarized campuses and public squares. His work provides astute observations about the current climate and offers invaluable solutions to decrease polarization and improve constructive discourse. Read MoreSep 21, 2023