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  • Vanderbilt University

    Study aims to speed vaccine creation

    Vanderbilt’s Vaccine and Treatment Evaluation Unit has received a $1.6 million contract from the National Institutes of Health for a novel approach to vaccine development. Read More

    Aug 4, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Jenkins named to University Games team

    Vanderbilt junior John Jenkins was selected to the final 12-man roster for the World University Games August 13-23 in China. Read More

    Aug 4, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    See Coop Curatorial Collective exhibition at Vanderbilt’s Space 204

    Vanderbilt University’s Space 204 will kick off its fall season with another kick-off of sorts. Coop Curatorial Collective’s inaugural exhibition, My mind is telling me know but my body is telling me yes, will be on display Thursday, Aug. 25, though Friday, Oct. 7. Read More

    Aug 1, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Chancellor: Support Mayor’s First Day Festival Aug. 7

    At Vanderbilt, education is at the crux of everything we do. Read More

    Aug 1, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Snjezana Bojic, What’s Your Story?

    The Vanderbilt Child and Family Center's Zana Bojic (Daniel Dubois/Vanderbilt) Seventeen years ago, Snjezana Bojic left her home in war-torn Bosnia as a refugee looking to escape the brutality and deprivation of that devastating conflict. She was 22 years old, and it was the second year of a war characterized… Read More

    Aug 1, 2011

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    Message from Chancellor Zeppos on congressional debate and Vanderbilt

    Your work has enabled Vanderbilt to remain strong during the economic crisis Read More

    Jul 30, 2011

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    August issue of ‘Vanderbilt View’ online now

    Hear the inspiring story of a young man who survived a shark attack and went on to assist Vanderbilt researchers in developing a prosthetic leg. Read More

    Jul 29, 2011

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    Challenges confront Somali prime minister and Vanderbilt grad

    Abdiweli Mohamed Ali (courtesy Niagara University) Abdiweli  Mohamed Ali has big problems on his mind these days. Ali, a Vanderbilt alumnus and prime minister of Somalia, is the guiding force as his nation seeks prosperity after decades of religious conflicts, civil wars and colonial subjugation. Obstacles include a devastated… Read More

    Jul 29, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Open house Aug. 11 for MLAS adult education program

    Course offerings for the semester include the study of Russian cinema, American slavery, economics, fiction writing and ethics. Read More

    Jul 29, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Reduce pollution on Air Quality Alert days and every day

    Throughout the hot summer days, air pollutant levels can rise, contributing to reduced lung function, wheezing, coughing and possibly triggering asthma attacks. Prior to heading out the door each day, be sure to check the Air Quality Index, especially if you have asthma or other breathing problems. Read More

    Jul 28, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    VUPD opens new communications command center

    The new 24-7 communications office will be available for emergency walk-up day or night. Read More

    Jul 26, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Changes to Go for the Gold for 2011

    Completing Go for the Gold yearly will help you evaluate your current lifestyle, identify health risks, and decide where and how to make improvements. Use the personal recommendations you get to set your own goals based on what is important to you. What can you expect this year?… Read More

    Jul 25, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Balance of skills comes in handy for HR’s Nordberg

    Traci Nordberg has two full-time jobs – by day she’s Vanderbilt’s associate vice chancellor for Human Resources and chief Human Resource Officer, taking care of the HR needs of 24,000 employees; by night, a devoted parent, with her husband, Peter, to three young daughters. Meeting the human resources needs of… Read More

    Jul 25, 2011

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    Faculty-Staff Campaign raises more than $1.3 million in pledges

    More than 1,500 Vanderbilt employees contributed to the the 2011 Faculty-Staff Campaign, raising more than $1.3 million in pledges. The Faculty-Staff Campaign is an opportunity for employees to support the school, program or organization of their choice at Vanderbilt. It was led this year by co-chairs Diane… Read More

    Jul 21, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    2011-2012 holiday schedule announced

    The 2011-2012 holiday schedule has been posted to the Human Resources website. Please note that Vanderbilt will observe New Year’s Day on Friday, Dec. 30, 2011. Here’s the schedule: New Year’s Day, Friday, Dec. 30, 2011* Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2012 Independence Day, Wednesday, July 4, 2012… Read More

    Jul 21, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Franklin completes first SEC Media Day

    After an onslaught of interviews that began before 8 a.m., Vanderbilt’s contingent concluded its trip to SEC Media Day just before noon on Friday. The trip to Hoover, Ala., was Head Coach James Franklin’s first appearance in front of the national media. Read More

    Jul 21, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Thirteen Fulbright honorees named

    Fulbright is the largest U.S. international exchange program that offers opportunities for graduate study, research and teaching. Read More

    Jul 19, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    VUMC No. 14 in U.S. News and World Report ‘Honor Roll’

    Once again, Vanderbilt University Medical Center has achieved distinction as one of the nation’s leading health care providers from U.S. News and World Report in the publication’s annual rankings for “America’s Best Hospitals.”… Read More

    Jul 19, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Clinic offers one-stop approach for ALS patients

    On the first Friday of every month, the Neurology Clinic on the third floor of The Vanderbilt Clinic is completely transformed. There’s a lively atmosphere, with food and music, and, most importantly, a sympathetic care team composed of every imaginable discipline. This transformation is made for the benefit of patients… Read More

    Jul 18, 2011

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    Buy season football tickets July 25-29 and be eligible for prizes

    Photo by John Russell (Vanderbilt) With summer training camp just around the corner for the Commodore football team, Vanderbilt employees are getting a chance to take part in the action through the Commodore Summer Countdown Contest. For the week of July 25-29, every Vanderbilt employee who purchases… Read More

    Jul 18, 2011