Andrew Maraniss
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WATCH: Vanderbilt’s role in American sports comes to life in new video
A new video celebrates Vanderbilt’s unique contributions to college athletics and American sports, with a special focus on the university’s leadership in the areas of equity, diversity and inclusion. The project was supported by a Vanderbilt Sesquicentennial Grant, part of the university’s 150th anniversary celebration. Read MoreNov 6, 2023
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Vanderbilt, Nashville Children’s Theatre bring life of Perry Wallace to the stage Sept. 7-26
Nashville Children’s Theatre will present the world premiere of Strong Inside, a stage adaptation of Andrew Maraniss’ acclaimed biography of SEC basketball and civil rights pioneer Perry Wallace, in a unique collaboration with Vanderbilt University. Tickets are on sale now, and members of the Vanderbilt community can receive a 50 percent discount to select performances. Read MoreAug 9, 2023
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New book celebrates 100 years of Vanderbilt football stadium
The year 2022 marks the 100th anniversary of Vanderbilt Stadium, which was originally dedicated as Dudley Field on Oct. 14, 1922. To commemorate the occasion, Vanderbilt Athletics has created a coffee table book featuring photographs and memorabilia celebrating the history of Commodore football. Read MoreDec 12, 2022
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Vanderbilt faculty, staff, alumni featured at 2022 Southern Festival of Books
Vanderbilt-related authors will have a strong presence at the 2022 Southern Festival of Books: A Celebration of the Written Word, which takes place at War Memorial Plaza and Nashville Public Library Oct. 14–16. Read MoreOct 12, 2022
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Watch free screening of ‘LFG’; panel discussion is March 28
Vanderbilt will host a virtual panel discussion of the documentary film "LFG" on Monday, March 28, beginning at 5 p.m. CT. The event is part of Vanderbilt’s Women’s History Month celebration. Read MoreMar 16, 2022
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Sign up now for Osher Lifelong Learning at Vanderbilt winter classes
Registration is open for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt's winter term, which includes a historical look at women's athletics, 'Don Quixote,' Barack Obama’s presidency and more. Courses are open to all those over age 50. Read MoreNov 15, 2021
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Vanderbilt authors, works highlighted at 2020 Southern Festival of Books
The Southern Festival of Books: A Celebration of the Written Word will be held online Oct. 1-11, with Vanderbilt faculty, staff and alumni participating and three new VU Press titles spotlighted. Read MoreOct 2, 2020
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Sign up for Osher Lifelong Learning at Vanderbilt fall term
Memoir writing, steel drums, China’s revolutions and topics related to race, gender and sports are among the diverse Osher Lifelong Learning classes to be offered this fall. Read MoreAug 21, 2020
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‘Perry Wallace Way’ dedicated in honor of first African American varsity basketball player in the SEC
More than 200 people gathered in front of Vanderbilt University’s Memorial Gym Feb. 22 for the dedication of Perry Wallace Way, the portion of 25th Avenue South recently named in honor of Vanderbilt trailblazer and Nashville native Perry Wallace, the first African American to play varsity basketball in the Southeastern Conference. Read MoreFeb 24, 2020
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CANCELED: Sign up now for Vanderbilt Osher spring 2020 classes
Political bipartisanship, the impact of ‘70s television, and issues surrounding race, gender and sports are among the spring classes being offered by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt. Read MoreFeb 24, 2020
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Recent Books, Fall 2019
Seventh Flag: A Novel (2019, SparkPress) by Sid Balman Jr., BA’80. No place is immune from radicalism, including the small West Texas town of Dell City, where four generations of an iconic American family and a Syrian Muslim family carve a farming empire out of the unforgiving high desert. Their… Read MoreNov 25, 2019
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Learn how Olympic boycotts have impacted culture and society at Feb. 28 Sports and Society event
What role did the Olympic ban on South Africa play in the demise of Apartheid? What made the U.S. movement to boycott the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin unsuccessful? Visiting author Andrew Maraniss will examine these questions at the next Sports and Society Initiative event on Thursday, Feb. 28. Read MoreFeb 24, 2019
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Perry Wallace’s Story Brings Alumni Together Nationwide
Alan Hicks, BA’66, left, speaks with Strong Inside author Andrew Maraniss, BA’92, at the San Francisco Commodore Classroom event. The New York Times best-selling book Strong Inside shares the trailblazing Vanderbilt experience of Perry Wallace, BE’70. The story has resonated with alumni everywhere, and Commodore Classrooms events have provided… Read MoreFeb 19, 2019
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Chancellor’s Letter: The Vanderbilt Way
Ten years ago we launched one of the nation’s boldest financial aid programs, Opportunity Vanderbilt, which replaced need-based loans with grants and scholarships. Our goal was to attract more and more supremely talented students to take part in our cherished undergraduate experience, regardless of their economic circumstances. Read MoreNov 19, 2018
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Black athletes are cultural leaders, says Bryant in Sports and Society talk
Vanderbilt’s Sports and Society Initiative hosted best-selling author Howard Bryant for a lecture at the McGugin Center Sept. 11. Bryant’s talk centered on the heritage of the black athlete and the intersection of politics and patriotism from the perspective of black athletes. Read MoreSep 13, 2018
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Beverly Asbury, ‘conscience’ of Vanderbilt University, dies
The Rev. Beverly A. Asbury, who worked tirelessly as Vanderbilt's first chaplain to eliminate racial- and religious-based hatred and to promote inclusion and respect for others, has died. Read MoreAug 31, 2018
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Committee report on University Press recommends bold changes for future direction
A new committee report recommends improvements to the University Press to better engage faculty and the Vanderbilt community and build on regional strengths, positioning the press for success. Read MoreAug 31, 2018
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Connections between arts and sports focus of student-athlete workshops
Engaging student-athletes in creative forms of expression and building connections between excellence in sports and the arts are among goals for three summer workshops organized by the Curb Center. Read MoreJul 19, 2018
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Trailblazer Tribute: New basketball scholarship honors Perry Wallace
Civil rights trailblazer Perry Wallace, BE’70, who became the first-ever African American varsity basketball player in the Southeastern Conference when he suited up for Vanderbilt in 1967, has been honored with a new scholarship at the university. Read MoreJun 8, 2018
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State Legislature honors Vanderbilt athlete, civil rights pioneer Perry Wallace
The Tennessee General Assembly unanimously passed a joint resolution honoring the memory of Vanderbilt alumnus Perry Wallace on April 11. Wallace, who grew up in North Nashville, integrated Vanderbilt varsity basketball in 1966 and made history on Dec. 2, 1967, as the first African American basketball player to compete in a varsity game in the Southeastern Conference. Read MoreApr 11, 2018