Education
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Holidays Around the World event celebrates cultures, supports Susan Gray School
The public is invited to join over 200 children as they celebrate diverse cultures at the Susan Gray School‘s Second Annual Holidays Around the World event Nov. 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. Proceeds from the event will go toward the construction of a new, fully accessible preschool playground at the school. Read MoreNov 1, 2006
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Vanderbilt to host national conference on the Creative Campus
About 75 scholars, artists, art administrators and university leaders will meet at Vanderbilt University Nov. 10-11 to explore ways to strengthen interconnections between the arts and college campuses. The aim of the meeting is to produce a national research agenda that addresses these interconnections. Read MoreOct 24, 2006
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Vanderbilt Peabody College creates new endowed chair in honor of special education pioneer Susan Gray
Vanderbilt Peabody College of education of human development has created a new endowed chair in honor of one its most influential faculty, Susan Gray. Ann Kaiser, professor of special education and psychology and deputy director of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center‘s Research Program on Families, has been named as the holder of the new chair. Read MoreOct 20, 2006
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Vanderbilt Master of Liberal Arts and Science Program offers professional development to adult learners
The Vanderbilt Master of Liberal Arts and Science Program, a graduate degree program for adult learners, is now accepting applications for the Spring 2007 Semester. Read MoreOct 20, 2006
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New report identifies 11 strategies to help students become better writers
A new report co-authored by Vanderbilt literacy expert Steve Graham identifies 11 strategies to improve writing skills in the nation‘s adolescents. The report was presented at a briefing Oct. 19 in Washington, D.C. Read MoreOct 19, 2006
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Youth discuss strategies for empowerment, community change
Over 120 Middle Tennessee youth actively engaged in improving their communities convened at Vanderbilt Law School Oct. 15 to share their experiences and discuss strategies for empowering their peers. Read MoreOct 16, 2006
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New ‘network of networks’ to study impact of time on learning
A multidisciplinary exploration of the impact of time and timing on how we learn is the focus of a new National Science Foundation-funded center partially based at Vanderbilt University. The Temporal Dynamics of Learning Center was created with a five-year, $15.5 million Science of Learning Center grant from NSF. Read MoreOct 5, 2006
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“Still Black at Yale” documentary film to be shown at Vanderbilt University Oct. 12
"Still Black at Yale," a 2004 documentary film that looks at issues of race on the campus of one of the world's leading higher education institutions, will be shown at Vanderbilt University's Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center on Thursday, Oct. 12, at 6:30 p.m. Read MoreOct 3, 2006
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TIPSHEET: Vanderbilt experts available to comment on school shootings
Two experts on school violence and aggression are available to offer commentary on school shootings in Lancaster County, Pa., Wisconsin and Colorado and the school lockdowns in response to a gunman at two Las Vegas schools. Read MoreOct 2, 2006
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New study seeks to improve college graduation rate
A new study underway at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of education and human development seeks to identify the reasons why many students begin but do not finish college and what can be done to help more students earn degrees. Read MoreOct 2, 2006
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Family Re-Union 12 at Vanderbilt to focus on families and education; Graduation rates, achievement gaps among issues to be explored
Educators, administrators, public policy experts, parents and students will gather at Vanderbilt University Oct. 16 to explore the challenges and solutions that families and schools must face as they prepare young people for the future. Read MoreSep 29, 2006
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TIPSHEET: Vanderbilt experts available to comment on Secretary of Education’s new plans for student aid, achievement and higher education accountability
Two higher education experts are available to offer commentary on Secretary of Education Margaret Spelling's announcement today about the federal government's new plans to track student progress, increase student aid and hold colleges more accountable for student achievement. Read MoreSep 26, 2006
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MEDIA ADVISORY — National Conference on Charter School Research at Vanderbilt Sept. 28-29
The National Center on School Choice at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of education and human development is hosting a national conference on charter school research Thursday, Sept. 28, and Friday, Sept. 29. Read MoreSep 26, 2006
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Vanderbilt offers lifelong learning classes for adults
The First Amendment, current health issues and historical presidential elections are just a few of the varied topics offered for the fall term of Vanderbilt University's Retirement Learning program Oct. 7 through Nov. 17. Read MoreSep 22, 2006
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Vanderbilt’s Center for Latin American and Iberian Studies wins prestigious grant; $1.5 million to improve graduate education and expand community outreach
Vanderbilt's Center for Latin American and Iberian Studies has received a prestigious $1.5 million federal grant from the Department of Education to assist faculty and students working in Latin America as well as to expand an outreach program for local public schools and the Nashville community. Read MoreSep 15, 2006
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TIPSHEET: Vanderbilt expert can discuss methods for improving graduation rate
Gov. Phil Bredesen's new initiative to reduce the dropout rate is badly needed and well-timed, according to Vanderbilt Peabody College Professor of Special Education Carolyn Hughes. Read MoreSep 14, 2006
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Vanderbilt professor wins Horace Mann Medal; Tracy Sharpley-Whiting to be honored for research accomplishments
Vanderbilt's Tracy Sharpley-Whiting is the winner of the 2006 Horace Mann Medal. The medal is awarded each year to a Brown University Graduate School alumnus or alumna who has made significant contributions to scholarly research. Read MoreSep 12, 2006
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Vanderbilt University wins $10 million to study impact of performance incentives in schools; First project will test impact of bonuses in Nashville schools
A new national research and development center has been created at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of education and human development to answer one of the thorniest questions in education policy — do financial incentives for teachers, administrators and schools affect student achievement? Read MoreAug 30, 2006
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Vanderbilt ranked 18th in U.S. News’ best colleges rankings
For the fourth year in a row, Vanderbilt University ranked among the top 20 national universities in the U.S. News & World Report annual Best Colleges rankings. Read MoreAug 18, 2006
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MEDIA ADVISORY — Vanderbilt Chancellor, faculty, students hit the road again to strengthen regional ties
The fifth annual Vanderbilt Roads Scholars Tour rolls out on Wednesday, Aug. 16, taking Chancellor Gordon Gee and about 50 faculty, senior administrators, staff and student leaders to Middle and East Tennessee. Initiated in 2002, also with a trip to East Tennessee, the annual tour is designed to welcome new faculty and to familiarize them and others in Vanderbilt community with the university's ties and partnerships in the region. Read MoreAug 14, 2006