Central Library
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Renowned education technologist to speak at Vanderbilt
Robbie K. Melton will discuss and showcase some of the latest smart technologies transforming education when the award-winning TSU professor and administrator speaks at Central Library March 16. Read MoreMar 5, 2016
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Vanderbilt Libraries invites your input with campus-wide survey
Vanderbilt faculty, students and staff are encouraged to make their voices heard in a Vanderbilt Libraries survey that previously has resulted in renovations and improved services. Read MoreOct 29, 2015
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NEH chair to deliver Warren Center’s Howard Lecture
NEH Chair William Adams, who was a strong supporter of higher education projects relating to the humanities while serving as president of Colby College, will deliver the Harry C. Howard Lecture at Vanderbilt University Oct. 27. Read MoreOct 23, 2015
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New ‘text mining’ tech tools boon for Vanderbilt researchers
A partnership between the Owen Graduate School of Management and Vanderbilt Libraries can benefit the entire campus research community with the availability of new technology tools that include a 'back door portal' to LexisNexis Academic content. Read MoreOct 2, 2015
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Tech Hub to open in Central Library Oct. 3
The Tech Hub will open a new location on Sunday, Oct. 3, at the Central Library’s circulation desk. Read MoreSep 30, 2015
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‘Third Wave’ coffee movement focus of Vanderbilt discussion
The Vanderbilt Institute for Coffee Research will bring together a panel of experts to discuss the Third Wave coffee revolution and its impact on fair trade and other issues for workers. Read MoreFeb 2, 2015
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Vanderbilt Central Library to host second Wikipedia ‘edit-a-thon’
Vanderbilt Central Library's second Wikipedia edit-a-thon, scheduled for Nov. 1, will focus on global connections. Read MoreOct 29, 2014
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Vanderbilt Libraries plan Open Access Week celebration
Vanderbilt Libraries' celebration of Open Access Week includes an Oct. 23 talk by Duke University Law School Associate Dean Richard Danner. Read MoreOct 17, 2014
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Smith Hall honors legacy of influential Nashville preacher
A new Vanderbilt residence hall pays tribute to the legacy of civil rights pioneer and former Vanderbilt Divinity School assistant dean Kelly Miller Smith. Read MoreAug 8, 2014
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‘Fight for Freedom’ exhibition opens at Vanderbilt Heard Central Library
Vanderbilt Central Library shares stories of journalists and others who put their lives on the line for freedom in a new exhibition open to the public. Read MoreJun 11, 2014
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Dowell retiring as first dean of libraries
Connie Vinita Dowell, Vanderbilt’s first dean of libraries, who worked tirelessly to expand the library system’s mission, modernize its facilities and services, and create a welcoming and engaging environment, will retire July 31. Read MoreApr 10, 2014
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Author Michael Sims to read from book on Thoreau April 11
Author Michael Sims, a former employee of Vanderbilt Special Collections, will read from his new book on Henry Thoreau April 11 at the Central Library. Read MoreApr 1, 2014
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Vanderbilt Libraries host conversation with Moser and Patchett
Book artist Barry Moser and author Ann Patchett will hold a public conversation March 27 at the Vanderbilt Central Library. Read MoreMar 17, 2014
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Vanderbilt’s Heard Library presents ‘Seigenthaler x 2’
Vanderbilt's Heard Library presents "Seigenthaler x 2: The Changing Face of the News" March 24 featuring John Seigenthaler and his son, John Seigenthaler Jr. Read MoreMar 12, 2014
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Mellon Foundation president to deliver Vanderbilt’s Howard Lecture
Earl Lewis, president of The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, will deliver the 2013-14 Harry C. Howard Jr. Lecture Feb. 20 at Vanderbilt University's Central Library. Read MoreJan 31, 2014
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Two Vanderbilt librarians selected as ARL fellows
Vanderbilt Heard Libraries' Bill Hook and Larry Reeves are among 26 fellows participating in the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) Leadership Fellows Program for 2013-15. Read MoreNov 19, 2013
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Vanderbilt Libraries present ‘Thomas Jefferson and His Books’
Jon Meacham, author of a noted biography on Thomas Jefferson, and Mark Dimunation, who directed the reconstruction of Thomas Jefferson's Collection at the Library of Congress, will speak at Vanderbilt Sept. 30. Read MoreSep 12, 2013
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New look, new features for Heard Library website
The Jean and Alexander Heard Library at Vanderbilt University has launched its new website. Read MoreAug 9, 2013
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Progress continues on construction projects this summer
Alumni Hall’s yearlong renovation is nearly complete, while construction on the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center reaches a milestone. Read about these projects and more. Read MoreJun 21, 2013
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Chancellor, Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author to address graduating seniors at Vanderbilt University May 9-10
Vanderbilt University seniors will close their chapters as undergraduates with words from Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Toni Morrison who will deliver the Senior Day address Thursday, May 9, followed by Commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 10. Read MoreMay 6, 2013