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VU Theatre festival to feature readings of new works by faculty and students
Vanderbilt University Theatre will spotlight new works by faculty and students when it presents “Caught in the Act: A New Works Festival,” Feb. 3–4 and Feb. 10–11 at Neely Auditorium. Read MoreFeb 2, 2023
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Vanderbilt Divinity School exhibits ‘Culture Commodity’ in recognition of Black History Month
In celebration of Black History Month, Vanderbilt Divinity School is hosting the exhibition Culture Commodity, featuring the work of Nashville multidisciplinary artist Elisheba Israel Mrozik, Feb. 3–25. Read MoreFeb 1, 2023
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Heard Libraries and Wild Bunch to co-host panel on data privacy Oct. 6
Three Vanderbilt University professors from different academic fields—history, medicine, law and computing—will come together for a wide-ranging discussion on data privacy concerns on Thursday, Oct. 6. The discussion, which is free and open to the public, will be at 5 p.m. in the Central Library Community Room. Read MoreSep 28, 2022
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Harlem Renaissance serves as backdrop for VUTheatre’s final spring 2022 production
Vanderbilt University Theatre will perform Blues for an Alabama Sky, an emotionally intense drama by celebrated African American playwright Pearl Cleage, April 13-16 at Neely Auditorium. Read MoreApr 13, 2022
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VU Theatre explores self-forgiveness, compassion in latest production
Vanderbilt University Theatre will perform "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot," an imaginary courtroom trial of one of the most infamous biblical figures, Feb. 24–27 at Neely Auditorium. Read MoreFeb 23, 2022
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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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‘Skyscraper Gothic’ opens at Vanderbilt Fine Arts Gallery
The Vanderbilt University Fine Arts Gallery presents "Skyscraper Gothic," a close, interdisciplinary look at the stylistic development of the tall office building, Feb. 14 through May 22. Read MoreFeb 11, 2022
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VU employees can get free tickets to Vanderbilt basketball in December
In the spirit of the holiday season, Vanderbilt Athletics is offering free basketball tickets as a thank you to all Vanderbilt University faculty, staff and postdocs for their hard work within the campus community. Read MoreDec 3, 2021
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‘Lovelaces’ and ‘Wingman Telegram,’ two pandemic-themed plays, to premier at Neely Auditorium
Vanderbilt University Theatre will premiere "Lovelaces" and "Wingman Telegram"—two pandemic-themed plays written by Vanderbilt students—at Neely Auditorium Nov. 12–14. Read MoreNov 11, 2021
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Get free access to ‘Financial Times’ through VU Libraries’ News Desk portal
The Vanderbilt community can now access news stories in the Financial Times through the “News Desk” portal on the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries homepage. Read MoreSep 27, 2021
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Campos-Pons leads women artists in film collaboration marking historic time
Vanderbilt Professor of Art Maria Magdalena Campos-Pons says her vision for "When We Gather," a new film and art project, was influenced by remarks from Vice President Kamala Harris, the first woman and first woman of color to serve in that role. The online premiere for the three-minute film, which pays tribute to heroines of the past, visionaries of the present and leaders of the future, will be on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 6 p.m. CT. Read MoreJan 27, 2021
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Fryd to speak on ‘Reframing the Legacy of the Capitol’ Jan. 26
Art historian Vivien Green Fryd will be among noted scholars discussing “Reframing the Legacy of the Capitol” during a program hosted by the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts on Jan. 26. Read MoreJan 22, 2021
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Vanderbilt offers free math club fun for middle, high schoolers
The Nashville Math Club—hosted by Vanderbilt mathematicians—will resume its virtual meetings Feb. 9. The free after-school club is open to middle- and high-school students interested in learning math concepts in fun and creative ways. Read MoreJan 15, 2021
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Watch free Nashville Opera production of ‘One Vote Won’
The Vanderbilt community is invited to view "One Vote Won," a new work by the Nashville Opera. The production tells the story of two real-life figures from Nashville history. Read MoreOct 20, 2020
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Vanderbilt University launches series on justice, healing with renowned artists and scholars
Vanderbilt University is launching "Engine for Art, Democracy and Justice," a new initiative conceived by professor Maria Magdalena Campos-Pons and focused on healing at a time of social unrest. Read MoreSep 11, 2020
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Warren Center to host ‘Liberating Zoom: Strategies for Better Collaborations’ Sept. 3
The Warren Center’s second installment of a series on making Zoom a more productive and inclusive space will focus on collaborative work online Sept. 3. Read MoreSep 2, 2020
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Vanderbilt professors strive to make math enjoyable for middle- and high-schoolers
The Nashville Math Club, hosted by Vanderbilt math professors for middle- and high-school students who want to learn concepts in creative and fun ways, meets online starting Sept. 8. Read MoreAug 24, 2020
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Talisse’s gallery talk at Frist Art Museum moves online May 8
Robert B Talisse will deliver an online gallery talk, “Overcoming Partisan Politics,” hosted by the Frist Art Museum on Friday, May 8. The session over Zoom, which is free and open to the public, will begin at 3 p.m. Read MoreMay 1, 2020
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CANCELED: Chancellor’s Lecture with Anderson Cooper moved to March 29
Anderson Cooper, a prominent journalist, CNN anchor and best-selling author who often reports from around the world, will be at Vanderbilt University for a Chancellor’s Lecture on Sunday, March 29. Cooper had to reschedule his appearance from March 15 due to unforeseen circumstances. Read MoreFeb 27, 2020
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French Ambassador Philippe Étienne to visit Vanderbilt Feb. 21
Philippe Étienne, the French ambassador to the United States, will discuss “French-American Relations in 2020” at a lunch-and-learn event open to all Vanderbilt faculty, students and staff on Friday, Feb. 21. Read MoreFeb 14, 2020