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Affordable housing panel explores idea of housing trust fund
Moderator Claire Smrekar (far left) introduces panelists (l-r) Janet Rosenberg, Mick Nelson and Mary Brooks at an event discussing Nashville's affordable housing needs Jan. 17 at Vanderbilt Law School. (Steve Green/Vanderbilt) More than 100 people attended a Jan. 17 panel discussion at Vanderbilt Law School designed to… Read MoreJan 18, 2012
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Children’s Hospital opens newly developed 10th floor clinic space to patients
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt has opened several pediatric clinics on the 10th floor of Doctors' Office Tower. (Vanderbilt University) Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt has opened its newly developed 10th floor of the Doctors’ Office Tower (DOT). The 11-story DOT, adjoining Children’s… Read MoreJan 18, 2012
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Vanderbilt, community honor King
(Steve Green/Vanderbilt) Lydia Howarth and Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos joined Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam, community leaders, Nashville citizens and area students in a march from Jefferson Street Missionary Baptist Church to the Tennessee State University campus in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan. 16. The march was… Read MoreJan 16, 2012
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C2HR website has new look, more features
The Vanderbilt employee portal C2HR – Connect to HR – has a new look and is the place to take care of common employment-related needs. As always, employees can still use C2HR to view benefits, time-off balances, their job profile and payment history as well as make… Read MoreJan 16, 2012
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‘Cultural commons’ focus of writer’s talk at Vanderbilt
Cultural writer Lewis Hyde, who has a strong interest in the public life of the imagination, will speak at Vanderbilt University’s Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center Jan. 19. Read MoreJan 12, 2012
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Carbon monoxide poisoning a threat during cold weather
Temperatures outside have been dropping quickly, so parents need to be aware of a potential “silent killer” inside their homes — carbon monoxide. Poisonings from carbon monoxide (CO) are especially common during cold weather spells, as families increase the use of gas, oil and coal burning appliances. Children process carbon… Read MoreJan 12, 2012
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International Lens offers full slate of films for spring semester
From "The Strange Case of Angelica," directed by Manoel de Oliveira At 103, Manoel de Oliveira is the world’s oldest working filmmaker. His 2008 work The Strange Case of Angelica screens at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, as part of the International Lens film series at Vanderbilt. International… Read MoreJan 12, 2012
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Mayor Dean addresses campus group
Mayor Karl Dean (John Russell/Vanderbilt) Nashville Mayor Karl Dean was the guest speaker at the Division of Public Affairs’ bimonthly staff meeting held at Sarratt Student Center Jan. 11. The mayor, now in his second term, spoke at length about several of his focuses since taking office,… Read MoreJan 11, 2012
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January issue of ‘Vanderbilt View’ available now
The January 2012 issue of Vanderbilt View – featuring a cover story about Vanderbilt nurses’ work in Nashville public schools – is available on stands and online now. The issue also includes articles on the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Vanderbilt, the new… Read MoreJan 10, 2012
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Innovations in children’s care focus of Jan. 18 “My Health Chat”
Experts from the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt will take questions about discovery and innovations in children’s care during the next “My Health Chat” on Jan. 18. Hosted monthly by Vanderbilt University Medical Center, these 30-minute interactive video chats offer… Read MoreJan 10, 2012
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Chinese New Year celebration Jan. 28 to mark Year of the Dragon
The Vanderbilt University Chinese Students and Scholars Association will hold its 2012 Chinese New Year celebration at the Student Life Center Ballroom Saturday, Jan. 28, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The event will include music, dance and traditional Chinese food in honor of China’s annual festival… Read MoreJan 10, 2012
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Take part in MLK Weekend of Service tradition
(Vanderbilt University) Start the year off right by making an impact in your community Jan. 13-15. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on… Read MoreJan 9, 2012
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Hamblet exhibition to open Jan. 12
Works by Eric Ehrnschwender. Image courtesy of Vanderbilt University Department of Art The Vanderbilt University Department of Art is proud to welcome a solo exhibition of sculptural ceramics by Vanderbilt alumnus Eric Ehrnschwender, recipient of the prestigious Margaret Stonewall Wooldridge Hamblet award in… Read MoreJan 6, 2012
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House Organ launches Vanderbilt’s first publication iPad app
House Organ has launched the first iPad app connected to a publication at Vanderbilt. Read MoreJan 6, 2012
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Izel Vargas exhibit opens Jan. 9 at Sarratt Gallery
Rogelio (quemadito), 2007, mixed media on banner. Image courtesy of Sarratt Gallery Sarratt Art Gallery presents the works of Izel Vargas, a mixed-media exhibit which will run Jan. 9 – Feb. 9. A gallery talk with the artist will take place Jan. 19… Read MoreJan 6, 2012
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‘The Arts of Japan’ opens Jan. 12 at Fine Arts Gallery
Utagawa Hiroshige, Japanese, 1797–1858. Ishibe: Megawa Village (Ishibe, Megawa no sato), from The Fifty-three Stations of the Tōkaidō (Tōkiadō gojūsan tsugi no uchi), The Anna C. Hoyt Collection, Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery. The Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of The Arts… Read MoreJan 5, 2012
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U.S. Congressman John Lewis to speak at Vanderbilt University’s MLK Day commemoration
U.S. Congressman and legendary civil rights activist John Lewis will deliver the keynote address Jan. 16 at an event commemorating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Read MoreJan 3, 2012
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Vanderbilt named one of Nashville’s healthiest employers
Health Plus Medical Director Lori Rolando is pictured with Nashville Business Journal Publisher Kate Herman. (Photo by James Yates/Nashville Business Journal) Nashville Business Journal recognized Vanderbilt University as one of the city’s healthiest employers at an awards luncheon Dec. 15. This is the second year for NBJ’s Healthiest Employers… Read MoreJan 3, 2012
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Vanderbilt Heart at Williamson Medical Center opens Jan. 6
Vanderbilt Heart and Vascular Institute (VHVI) is relocating its cardiac practice in Williamson County and announcing the addition of five cardiologists. Formerly located at 2105 Edward Curd Lane in Franklin, Tenn., the practice will relocate to 4323 Carothers Pkwy., Suite 405, within Williamson Tower, the medical office… Read MoreJan 3, 2012
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Liberty Bowl concludes Commodores’ momentum-building season
It wasn’t the storybook ending Vanderbilt fans were hoping for, but then again, did you expect the Commodores to be playing football just hours before New Year’s after back-to-back 2-10 seasons? Not likely. The Commodores’ season didn’t end with a victory, but all the strides that were made in 12… Read MoreJan 3, 2012