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Vanderbilt announces free admission to National Museum of African American Music for all students
The newest partnership between Vanderbilt University and the National Museum of African American Music is providing free admission to the museum’s galleries and exhibitions for all Vanderbilt undergraduate and graduate students, effective today. Read MoreFeb 14, 2022
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Art, science, history converge in exhibit examining racial issues in STEM
The intersection of science and society is the foundation of a multi-institutional collaboration of students and faculty in a virtual and physical art exhibit titled "Nested Knowledge: Disentangling History, Truth and Race in STEM Experiences." The exhibit can be experienced online and at the Wond’ry, Vanderbilt’s Innovation Center, through February 2022 in honor of Black History Month. Read MoreFeb 4, 2022
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Undergraduate student awarded prestigious Brooke Owens Fellowship in space and aviation
Meredith Hunter, a sophomore electrical engineering major, has been named a Brooke Owens Fellow, a prestigious award that recognizes exceptional undergraduate women and other gender minorities with space and aviation internships, senior mentorship and a lifelong professional network. Read MoreFeb 3, 2022
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Living history: Professor creates COVID-19 pop-up art installation
Recognizing the long-term historical significance of the signs, posters and stickers encouraging COVID-19 health and safety protocols on campus over the past two years, Associate Professor of Sociology and Jewish Studies Shaul Kelner has collected these artifacts in a pop-up art installation on the third floor of Garland Hall. Read MoreJan 13, 2022
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Mahnke named director of LGBTQI Life
Stephanie Mahnke, a higher education professional with extensive experience serving the LGBTQIA+ community and marginalized students, has been named director of the K.C. Potter Center and LGBTQI Life at Vanderbilt University. Read MoreJan 7, 2022
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Poet Nikky Finney to speak at virtual keynote event for 2022 Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Renowned poet, professor and author Nikky Finney will deliver a keynote address as part of Vanderbilt University’s 2022 commemoration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Finney is scheduled to speak Jan. 17 as part of a virtual program that will begin with a vigil and include remarks by Chancellor Daniel Diermeier. Read MoreDec 22, 2021
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Celebrate the season with 12 Days of Vandy Campus Dining
The fall semester is winding down, and winter break is fast approaching. To help students celebrate the season, Campus Dining is kicking off the 12 Days of Vandy Campus Dining beginning Wednesday, Dec. 1. Read MoreDec 1, 2021
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Vanderbilt offers reminders about COVID-19 safety during the holidays
The Thanksgiving and winter holidays are traditionally a time of gathering with family and friends. As with all aspects of life in a pandemic, however, best safety practices require us to adjust our expectations and behaviors. Read MoreNov 15, 2021
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Dinner series helps students learn what it means to thrive at VU
Opportunities for deep discussion of what it means to grow and flourish at Vanderbilt are the focus of the Thrive Dinner Series, part of the larger Sophomore Experience program focused on transfer students and the Class of 2024. Read MoreNov 12, 2021
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New Multicultural Community Space celebrates grand opening
The Student Center for Social Justice and Identity joined with campus and community partners to host a grand opening Oct. 27 of the Multicultural Community Space, an exciting new venue created for students in more than 30 student organizations that are part of the Multicultural Leadership Council or are supported by SCSJI. Read MoreNov 4, 2021
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Flu shots at night? What a fright!
Do you still need your flu shot and can’t find the time to make it to the Student Health Center during the day? If yes, then Boo to the Flu on Tuesday, Oct. 26, is for you. Read MoreOct 21, 2021
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Men’s golf is teeing up data to drive results
With the help of Eugene Vorobeychik, adjoint associate professor of computer science and computer engineering, the Vanderbilt men's golf team is applying computational game theory to find success during match play. Read MoreOct 7, 2021
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Vanderbilt to mark 9/11 anniversary with memorials, opportunities for reflection
Vanderbilt University will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the United States with a memorial event planned for Alumni Lawn on Sept. 10 and an opportunity for reflection at Benton Chapel on Sept. 11. Read MoreSep 8, 2021
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Top 10 places to experience in Nashville
There are numerous things to do around Nashville, so we have narrowed down our top 10 recommendations for you to check out. Given its rich history and hospitality, and its diverse culture and rapid growth, it’s no surprise that so many people choose to call Music City their home. Read MoreSep 3, 2021
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Get to know Vanderbilt’s residential faculty: Eric J. Barth
Meet the new faculty head of Hank Ingram House, Eric Barth, professor of mechanical engineering. Read MoreAug 20, 2021
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Get to know Vanderbilt’s new residential faculty: Carol Ziegler
Meet the new faculty head of Gillette House, Carol Ziegler, professor of nursing. Read MoreAug 12, 2021
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Road closures, safety perimeter set for upcoming Carmichael Towers implosion
A controlled implosion of Vanderbilt University’s Carmichael Towers East will take place on Saturday, July 31, to make way for a new world-class residential college on campus. The implosion is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Read MoreJul 26, 2021
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Vanderbilt breaks ground on graduate and professional student housing development
Vanderbilt faculty, staff and community partners gathered on July 16 to break ground on the university’s new graduate and professional student housing development. Read MoreJul 16, 2021
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Vanderbilt launches phase one of FutureVU Digital, the university’s reimagined web presence
Phase one of FutureVU Digital, which includes a new homepage and associated top-level pages, as well as an updated news and storytelling site, launched on the evening of July 12. Read MoreJul 13, 2021
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C. Cybele Raver discusses her aspirations as Vanderbilt’s new provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs
Raver, an esteemed developmental psychologist who began her tenure as Vanderbilt’s provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs on July 1, 2021, talks with Vanderbilt Magazine about her path into higher education leadership and her aspirations to leverage the university's strengths to help solve the major challenges of today and those facing future generations. Read MoreJun 30, 2021