Arts And Science
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New undergraduate and faculty research collaborations inspire, inform
The Littlejohn Family Undergraduate Research Program enables Arts and Science undergraduates to conduct original research alongside faculty fellows. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Class of 2014: Harvey Burrell is a cross-country crusader
A last-minute decision to sign up for a film production class changed the trajectory of Harvey Burrell’s life. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Faculty-Staff Campaign co-chairs show gratitude by giving back
Faculty-Staff Campaign co-chairs Vanessa and Trey Beasley had a very personal reason for returning to Vanderbilt. But it’s the community of support among faculty, staff, students and friends that's kept them here for almost a decade. Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Vanderbilt Student Documentary: “Endless Abilities”
Meet Vanderbilt Arts and Science major Harvey Burrell. Harvey’s creative story-telling and desire to elevate the image of people with physical disabilities turned his college experience into an epic cross-country adventure and an inspirational documentary called “Endless Abilities.” [vucastblurb]… Read MoreApr 29, 2014
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Vanderbilt University names two Keegan Traveling Fellows
Vanderbilt University has awarded its 2014 Michael B. Keegan Traveling Fellowship to graduating seniors David Sanchez and Emily Yount. The goal of the fellowship is to develop future leaders through world travel and experiential learning. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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How to create nanowires only three atoms wide with an electron beam
A Vanderbilt graduate student has used a focused beam of electrons to create some of the smallest nanowires ever made, which could bring us closer to flexible, paper-thin tablets and television displays. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Prominent scientist, respected administrator Susan Wente named Vanderbilt provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs
After an extensive national search, Susan R. Wente has been named provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced today. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Construction of new Engineering and Science Building at Vanderbilt set to begin May 2014
Vanderbilt University’s Board of Trust has approved the construction of a seven-story tower on campus as part of an effort to further strengthen the institution’s growing reputation as a major producer of intellectual leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators. Read MoreApr 28, 2014
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Diamond named Udall Scholar
Michael Diamond, a junior in the College of Arts and Science, has been named a 2014 Udall Scholar. The federally funded scholarship recognizes college students intending to pursue careers related to the environment. Read MoreApr 25, 2014
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Restructuring congressional oversight would bring more influence to Congress
When Congress gets too many hands on an issue, its influence actually decreases, researchers from the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions at Vanderbilt University found. Read MoreApr 24, 2014
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Memorial celebration honoring John and Marjorie Compton set for June 14
A memorial celebration in honor of John and Marjorie Compton is planned for Saturday, June 14, at 5:30 p.m. in Benton Chapel on the Vanderbilt campus. Read MoreApr 23, 2014
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Class of 2014: Megan Piphus uses puppetry to entertain and mentor
Megan Piphus dreams of stardom, but more importantly, success. Read MoreApr 23, 2014
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Cougars’ diverse diet helped them survive the mass extinction that wiped out the saber-tooth cat, American lion
Cougars may have survived a mass extinction that took place about 12,000 years ago because they were not particular about what they ate. Read MoreApr 22, 2014
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Class of 2014: Domonique Bragg and Cody Stothers are Aspirnaut pioneers
Seniors Domonique Bragg and Cody Stothers, who both hail from rural Arkansas, followed a similar path to Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 22, 2014
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Cornfield named 2013 Labor and Employment Relations Association Fellow
The LERA Fellows Award recognizes labor scholars and professionals who have made contributions of unusual distinction to the field over the course of 10 years or more. Read MoreApr 22, 2014
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Class of 2014: Brionne Williams’ next goal is healthier communities
Brionne Williams has a vision of herself as a healer in a community clinic, doing much more than doling out pills and setting broken bones. Read MoreApr 18, 2014
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The Kefi Project is taking art to unexpected places
Can art help define our public spaces? A student-led initiative has explored that question through a series of campus art installations this year. Read MoreApr 18, 2014
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Alumni Association honors Geer for educational contributions
John Geer, the Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of Political Science, has been recognized for his significant contributions to educational programming as a speaker for Vanderbilt Reunion and other alumni events. Read MoreApr 17, 2014
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Kudos: Read about faculty, staff and students’ awards and achievements
Read about faculty, staff and students' awards and achievements. Read MoreApr 16, 2014
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Logan receives prestigious experimental psychology award
Gordon Logan has been awarded the 2014 Howard Crosby Warren Medal, which is given annually by the Society of Experimental Psychologists for the most significant advances in the field in the last five years. Read MoreApr 16, 2014