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Nobody’s expectations for the Vanderbilt football team under new head coach Derek Mason will exceed those of Mason himself. Mason, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and Vice Chancellor David Williams spoke to reporters about the next era in Vanderbilt football Jan. 18. Read More

Derek Mason, regarded as one of the nation’s top coordinators, is the new head football coach of the Vanderbilt Commodores. Read More

In the latest VUCast: What people with autism see may not match what they hear; how “supersizing” could help you lose weight; and hear what earned a Vanderbilt astronomer a Grammy nomination. Watch now. Read More

Danny Glover will headline Vanderbilt University’s MLK Day celebration Monday, Jan. 20, at “An Evening with Danny Glover.” The theme for Vanderbilt’s commemoration is “Do Justice.” Read More

New research finds consumers may be just as willing to supersize healthy food as they are fast food if they feel they’re getting a deal. Read More

This year’s most popular research stories plumbed mysteries of the brain, examined complex social phenomena, shed light on dark matter, uncovered a surprising link between our three greatest health threats and more. Read More

Take a look at our favorite images, most ReTweeted Tweets, most-liked Facebook posts, most-watched videos and more. Read More

The latest Vanderbilt Poll results are in, with registered voters in Tennessee giving their opinions on Medicaid expansion and other issues. Read More

Vanderbilt University researchers say to take down the water temperature a degree or two when washing your hands to help battle global warming. Read More

Nelson Mandela, who became the symbol of freedom in a country torn by segregation, died Dec. 5 at 95. Meet an Arts and Science student from South Africa, and watch as she remembers this human rights leader. [vucastblurb]… Read More

Richard McCarty, a distinguished psychologist who has served as Vanderbilt University's chief academic officer since 2008, will step down as provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs next year, he announced today. Read More

On Nov. 25, Vanderbilt University Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos and Emory University President James W. Wagner sent a letter to Reps. Diane Black (R-TN) and Tom Price (R-GA) regarding the ongoing budget challenges in Washington, D.C. Read More

Owen professor Kelly Haws can talk about Black Friday and the holiday shopping season. Read More

David F. Salisbury, senior research writer in Vanderbilt’s Office of News and Communications, has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science for his achievements in communicating and interpreting science to the public. Read More

Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos will co-chair the Task Force on Government Regulation of Higher Education, which will examine burdens on institutions of higher education. Read More

New inventions should not have to be useful to merit a patent, says Vanderbilt professor Sean B. Seymore. Read More

As the people of the Philippines continue the long process of recovery from the devastation wrought by Typhoon Haiyan, the Vanderbilt community is reaching out to those who may have been affected. Read More

An actor on screen, stage and television for more than 25 years, Danny Glover has also become known for his community activism and philanthropic work. He will headline Vanderbilt University’s MLK Day celebration Jan. 20. Read More

Law school faculties are not changing with the times, and a Vanderbilt Law School professor says it may be time to look at hiring practices. Read More

Vanderbilt University Divinity School students will work with religious and community service organizations to develop resources on issues surrounding religious beliefs and sexual orientation, thanks to a new grant from the Arcus Foundation, with support from the Carpenter Foundation. Read More