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Staff community survey focus groups begin Dec. 5
Traci Nordberg (John Russell/Vanderbilt) Dear colleagues, We had a tremendous response to the Vanderbilt Staff Community Survey. The next phase of the survey will begin Dec. 5, when our survey partner, HR Solutions, will conduct more than 90 focus groups with employees selected at random from the entire… Read MoreNov 21, 2011
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Recovery continues for those affected by May 2010 flood
Give to United Way of Metropolitan Nashville and help St. Luke’s Community House’s Restore the Dream center continue to help Nashvillians recover from the flood The aftermath in downtown Nashville of the May 2010 flood. (image courtesy of United Way of Metropolitan Nashville) Denice O’Neill was scheduled to return… Read MoreNov 21, 2011
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Two hundred-plus staff and faculty participate in Mayor’s 5K Run/Walk Challenge
(Image courtesy of Health Plus/Vanderbilt University) On Nov. 13, the Vanderbilt community joined thousands of other Nashvillians to support Mayor Karl Dean’s ongoing initiative to improve health by participating in the Mayor’s 5K Run/Walk Challenge. Nearly 200 Vanderbilt faculty and staff logged training activities for several months… Read MoreNov 18, 2011
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Doctors see increase in burns, offer holiday safety tips
Exercise caution this holiday season when it comes to holiday lights, candles and activities that might cause accidental burns. (iStock photo) The “most wonderful time of the year” is also one of the busiest for the Vanderbilt Regional Burn Center. As the holidays approach, doctors at Vanderbilt University… Read MoreNov 18, 2011
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Former bookstore space to be repurposed
The Office of the Dean of Students announced last August a feasibility study to examine repurposing the space vacated by the bookstore. The planning committee included staff members from the Dean of Students offices, Dining Services, and Campus Planning and Construction, as… Read MoreNov 17, 2011
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China conference gets virtual greeting from chancellor
About 40 scholars, including two from Vanderbilt, gathered in Southeast China for a conference on folklore. Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos greeted the cohorts by way of a prerecorded video message. (Photo by Willie Smythe) Vanderbilt scholars gathered with colleagues in the People’s Republic of China recently to discuss folklore… Read MoreNov 16, 2011
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Peabody professional students are making an impact in Metro schools
Give to the Nashville Public Education Foundation and support the Teaching and Learning in Urban Schools program or other community agencies Peabody College Dean Camilla Benbow (front row, center) and Metro Nashville Director of Schools Jesse Register (front row, second from right) and the inaugural class of the Vanderbilt… Read MoreNov 16, 2011
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Vanderbilt Poll: Economy is troubled and taxing rich is one solution
Tennesseans agree by a wide margin that the economy is the most pressing problem for state and federal government, and many believe higher taxation on the wealthiest Americans is one way to fix it. Read MoreNov 16, 2011
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Vanderbilt Poll: Tennessee teachers are underpaid, need unions
Most Tennesseans believe that public school teachers are underpaid and many support their right to be represented by unions, according to voters surveyed by the Vanderbilt Poll. Read MoreNov 15, 2011
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Vanderbilt Poll: Tennesseans stout in support of Herman Cain
Businessman Herman Cain is the favorite of Tennessee voters for the state’s March 6 presidential Republican primary election, but female voters are far less likely to support him. That pattern is unlikely to change in light of allegations of sexual harassment against him, according to a new poll by the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions at Vanderbilt University. Read MoreNov 13, 2011
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Vanderbilt Board of Trust approves Alumni Hall renovations
A rendering of the renovated Alumni Hall's west elevation. (image courtesy of Bruner/Cott) The Vanderbilt Board of Trust’s Executive Committee voted Nov. 10 to begin significant renovations to Alumni Hall in order to create flexible spaces to support a wide range of activities – such as tutoring,… Read MoreNov 11, 2011
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New group of endowed chairs celebrated
The outstanding academic achievements of 11 faculty members who have been named to endowed chairs were praised during a celebration at the Student Life Center. Read MoreNov 10, 2011
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Tornado risk increases in November; sign up for AlertVU notification
November can be one of the busiest months for tornadoes in Tennessee as cold air clashes with the remnants of summer’s warm temperatures in the South. To be notified about a tornado warning or other emergency incident at Vanderbilt, sign up for AlertVU, the university’s emergency notification system. Read MoreNov 10, 2011
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Art professor’s design among finalists for new Tennessee license plate
Assistant Professor of Art Amelia Winger-Bearskin's design is one of 10 finalists in the State Your Plate contest. Tennesseans for the Arts, the statewide advocacy group that supports the Tennessee Arts Commission, has announced the 10 finalists selected for State Your Plate, the… Read MoreNov 10, 2011
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Join the effort to protect Tennessee’s children from abuse and neglect
Give to Community Shares and help Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee and other community agencies (image courtesy of Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee) Each year in Tennessee, the number of children reported abused or neglected would more than fill Titans stadium. If that fact isn’t sobering enough, consider this: Most abuse… Read MoreNov 9, 2011
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Free paper shredding offered Nov. 15 to mark America Recycles Day
Vanderbilt’s Sustainability and Environmental Management Office, in conjunction with VU’s confidential paper shredding partner, Cintas, will celebrate America Recycles Day with a Community Paper Shred Day. The event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m., offering free paper, magazine, and book shredding to… Read MoreNov 9, 2011
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Order holiday poinsettias by Nov. 18 to support student scholars
The club is offering poinsettias in pink, red and white. Deadline for orders is Nov. 18, and pick-up will be Nov. 30. (istock photo) The Vanderbilt Woman’s Club will again host the annual Holiday Poinsettia Sale to benefit the Ada Bell Stapleton/Blanche Henry Weaver Scholarship program. This… Read MoreNov 9, 2011
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Free screening of ‘The Help’ and book signing added to Stockett lecture
Photo by Kem Lee A book signing has been scheduled prior to Kathryn Stockett‘s lecture at the Vanderbilt Student Life Center ballroom, Wednesday, Nov. 16. The book signing will be held in the lobby of the Vanderbilt Student Life Center at 6 p.m. The lecture… Read MoreNov 9, 2011
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November issue of ‘Vanderbilt View’ on stands and online
The November issue of Vanderbilt View – featuring an article on the Yellow Ribbon Program at Vanderbilt – is available on stands and online now. The issue also includes articles on Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt, new Divinity professor… Read MoreNov 8, 2011
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New HR recruiting system Talent Central launches Nov. 8
After months of testing and training, Human Resources will launch a new recruiting system called TalentCentral on November 8. TalentCentral is an online hub designed to improve the hiring experience for candidates and hiring managers, plus minimize paperwork and give you back more of your most… Read MoreNov 7, 2011