Curb Center
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Screening of ‘Remand’ Feb. 17 as part of Curb Center’s Form of Reform exhibit
"REMAND" tells the firsthand, true story of how Henry and Jim, separated not only by an ocean and thousands of miles but also differing cultures and life experiences, met and worked together to inspire justice reform for an entire country. Read MoreFeb 4, 2020
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‘Halfway,’ short play documenting citizens’ return to society, performed Feb. 6–7
Halfway, a short play by Tom Angland adapted from true stories of citizens returning from prison to society, will be performed as part of the Vanderbilt Curb Center’s Form of Reform exhibit. Read MoreFeb 3, 2020
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Opening reception for ‘The Form of Reform’ art exhibit at Curb Center is Jan. 17
The Curb Center at Vanderbilt will host an opening reception for its newest installation, "The Form of Reform," which showcases paintings, drawings, sculpture, leather work, jewelry and writings from Tennessee’s death row population. Read MoreJan 10, 2020
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‘The Future of American Orchestra’ is focus of guest lecture at Vanderbilt Jan. 29
Aubrey Bergauer, founding executive director of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music’s Center for Innovative Leadership, will deliver a guest lecture at Vanderbilt on Wednesday, Jan. 29. Read MoreDec 13, 2019
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Leveraging Youth: How to teach old dogs new tricks and vice versa
Beyond cups of coffee, what does an office intern really offer? New Vanderbilt research shows that in youth-centered industries, older generations rely on the trend-savvy interns more than they realize or choose to admit. Read MoreNov 21, 2019
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‘Ambassadors of Autism’ art exhibit opens April 26
“Ambassadors of Autism,” a fine art exhibit designed to raise awareness of autism, those who are on the spectrum and their abilities, and those dealing with autism in various roles, will open at the Curb Center at Vanderbilt on Friday, April 26. An opening reception is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. Read MoreApr 22, 2019
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¡BLAIR! Conductors Symposium
A roundtable discussion with music directors from Colombia, Panama, Peru, The Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica about the role of youth music programs in Latin America; recruitment and retention of at-risk youth; strategies for promoting responsibility, leadership, and team work. Read MoreApr 11, 2019
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Reading and conversation: Florence Dore with Nashville Musician Kevin Gordon April 11
Join the Curb Center for reading and conversation with Florence Dore, professor of English at UNC-Chapel Hill and author of Novel Sounds, Southern Fiction in the Age of Rock and Roll. Dore will be joined by Nashville musician, Kevin Gordon, who will also be performing along side his band. Read MoreApr 5, 2019
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REAL Speaker Series: Nicole Robinson,’Dismantling Social Inequities through the Lens of Intersectionality’
This event is presented in partnership by Metro Arts and The Curb Center for Art Enterprise and Public Policy at Vanderbilt. Read MoreApr 4, 2019
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Black Lunch Table’s Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
Learn how to create, update and improve Wikipedia articles pertaining to the lives and works of under-documented artists of color. Read MoreMar 19, 2019
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Writer Ted Chiang coming to campus March 18-19
Renowned writer Ted Chiang will visit campus to offer two talks March 18-19. Read MoreMar 6, 2019
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ArtLab @ Vanderbilt hosts opening reception Jan. 18
Faculty, staff and graduate and undergraduate students will explore the intersection of art and science through a new exhibition that highlights the work of past ArtLab participants and introduces new ArtLab fellows. Read MoreJan 3, 2019
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Diverse voices speak out on the arts at Chancellor’s Town Hall
Expanding trans-institutional collaborations and strengthening support for student research were among ideas voiced at a Chancellor’s Town Hall on the impact of the arts on campus and in society. Read MoreOct 4, 2018
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Leadership expansion announced at Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy
Jay Clayton has been reappointed as director of the Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy and is joined by new Associate Director Alexandre Frenette. The two will continue to expand the reach and visibility of the Curb Center and its core programs and activities. Read MoreSep 25, 2018
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Vanderbilt Libraries to host ‘Cultural Heritage in the Age of Big Data’ symposium June 1
Vanderbilt University Libraries' annual cultural heritage symposium June 1 will explore the ethical dimensions of digital scholarship. Read MoreMay 3, 2018
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Curb Center boot camp will explore mindfulness in creative practice Feb. 16
Our spring 2018 Creative Practice Boot Camp is a free day of workshops designed to help you relax, focus and connect with your creative process. Read MoreFeb 2, 2018
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Ph.D. student publishes ‘Farzana’s Journey’ to help kids understand water quality issues
Chelsea Peters, a Ph.D. student in environmental engineering, recently returned from giving out 500 copies of her book to children in Bangladesh. Read MoreOct 26, 2017
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Students, faculty and staff invited to Global Game Jam at the Wond’ry this weekend
Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff are invited to a Global Game Jam® hack-a-thon at the Wond’ry, the university’s innovation center, Jan. 20-22. Participants will work together to develop a fully operational iOS / Android game by the event’s close Sunday afternoon. Read MoreJan 19, 2017
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NEA to fund Vanderbilt lab study on arts and creativity
A new initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts known as NEA Research Labs will fund a collaborative study on creativity at Vanderbilt's Curb Center for Art, Enterprise and Public Policy. Read MoreDec 12, 2016
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Science of Song symposium set for Sept. 12 at Vanderbilt
Blair School of Music will host a one-day symposium Sept. 12 called "The Science of Song." Read MoreAug 23, 2016