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  • Meet suppliers at Research Expo March 6

    Meet suppliers at Research Expo March 6

    Vanderbilt's Procurement and Disbursement Services is hosting its fourth annual research expo in the Light Hall lobby (north) on March 6. Read More

    Feb 28, 2013

  • Vanderbilt families earning less than $57,000 per year in 2012 qualify for free tax preparation assistance through the VITA program. (photo courtesy of United Way of Metropolitan Nashville)

    Get free tax prep assistance

    Vanderbilt families earning less than $57,000 per year in 2012 qualify for free tax preparation assistance through the VITA program. (photo courtesy of United Way of Metropolitan Nashville) Families with a household income of less than $57,000 for 2012 qualify for free tax preparation assistance through a partnership with… Read More

    Feb 13, 2013

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    Pulitzer Prize winner for poetry among spring Vanderbilt Visiting Writers

    Tracy K. Smith, winner of the 2012 Pulitzer Prize for her collection "Life on Mars," will read from her work Feb. 14 at Vanderbilt University’s Sarratt Cinema. Read More

    Feb 11, 2013

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    ‘Tucumcari’ photography exhibit opens at Space 204

    The Vanderbilt University Department of Art welcomes to Space 204 an exhibition of compelling photographs by Jeremiah Ariaz. On display from Thursday, Feb. 21, through Thursday, March 14, Tucumcari documents a once thriving and now uncertain New Mexico community. An opening reception will be held Thursday, Feb. 21, from 4 to 6 pm. Read More

    Feb 8, 2013

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    Aloft Hotel to host VU reception Feb. 21

    Aloft Nashville West End (formerly Hotel Indigo) will host a Meet and Greet for the Vanderbilt community 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 21. Come see the new look and meet the staff. Read More

    Feb 8, 2013

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    Get free pancakes, support Children’s Hospital

    Enjoy a free short stack of IHOP’s signature buttermilk pancakes from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5, and in turn make a donation to the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, your local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Participating locations are listed on IHOP’s… Read More

    Jan 31, 2013

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    Women’s basketball ticket registration now closed

    All of the free Employee Celebration tickets for the Jan. 24 women’s basketball game have been allotted, but you may not be out of luck: Any unclaimed tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24… Read More

    Jan 4, 2013

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    Time for Hold the Stuffing final weigh-ins

    The Health Plus Hold the Stuffing challenge is now complete. Visit one of the final weigh-in stations below to see if you met the challenge goal of maintaining your weight within two pounds Read More

    Jan 2, 2013

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    Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory, Radnor Lake State Natural Area to host alternative New Year’s event

    Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory (Vanderbilt University) Instead of watching the Times Square ball drop on TV, members of the Nashville community can ring in the new year underneath the stars in the heart of nature. Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory and Radnor Lake State Natural Area will host a telescope… Read More

    Dec 18, 2012

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    Turkey Cam gives sneak peek at annual holiday giveaway

    UPDATE: We regret that due to high demand, we are unfortunately out of aprons. Turkeys and tofurkeys are still available. Vanderbilt’s annual Turkey Toss, at which all faculty and staff may pick up a free holiday turkey, is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 14. Visit the “Turkey Cam”… Read More

    Dec 11, 2012

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    Free turkeys, more to be given away to faculty and staff

    UPDATE: We regret that due to high demand, we are unfortunately out of aprons. Turkeys and tofurkeys are still available. Vanderbilt’s annual Turkey Toss, at which all employees may pick up a free turkey, is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 14. New this year, a limited number of signature Vanderbilt aprons—a few of… Read More

    Dec 5, 2012

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    Free turkeys, other gifts to be given away

    Turkeys will be tossed and NEW this year: a limited number of signature Vanderbilt aprons, a few of which have surprises inside, will be available to choose in lieu of a turkey. Read More

    Dec 3, 2012

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    Half marathon training program begins in January

    Make your dream to run or walk the Country Music Half Marathon on April 27, 2013, a reality by joining Health Plus and Gilda’s Club of Nashville for a 16-week comprehensive training program. Read More

    Nov 30, 2012

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    ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ screening benefits childhood cancer patients

    Scene from "It's a Wonderful Life" Attend a special screening of It’s a Wonderful Life Saturday, Dec. 1, and help children who are undergoing cancer treatment. The Wonderful Life Foundation is presenting its annual holiday event beginning at 6 p.m. Dec. 1 at War Memorial Auditorium. The event includes a… Read More

    Nov 27, 2012

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    Hold the Stuffing deadline extended

    If you missed the Hold the Stuffing Challenge initial weigh-ins, it’s not too late. The deadline for Hold the Stuffing, Health Plus‘ annual challenge to help staff and faculty manage their weight during the holidays, has been extended. Weigh in at one of these locations Nov. Read More

    Nov 16, 2012

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    Trick-or-treat with Greeks and student-athletes Oct. 31

    Vanderbilt’s fraternities and sororities and the Student Athlete Advisory Council invite your family to trick-or-treat with the Greeks and student-athletes from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012. Come to Vanderbilt’s Greek area (Kensington Place and 24th Avenue South) for free candy, games, activities and photos. Parking will… Read More

    Oct 25, 2012

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    Free seminar on reversing signs of aging Oct. 25

    Image courtesy of Vanderbilt Dermatology A free seminar on skin care will be held Oct. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. at Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks, 1st Floor conference room. Dr. William Stebbins will present. There will be coupons, samples, giveaways and refreshments. Contact: Lisa Dunaway Lisa.dunaway@Vanderbilt.Edu… Read More

    Oct 18, 2012

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    Trick-or-treat with the Greeks and student-athletes Oct. 31

    Vanderbilt’s fraternities and sororities and the Student Athlete Advisory Council invite your family to trick-or-treat with the Greeks and student-athletes from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31. Come to Vanderbilt’s Greek area (Kensington Place and 24th Avenue South) for free candy, games, activities and photos. Parking will be… Read More

    Oct 16, 2012

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    2012 Southern Festival of Books features Vanderbilt faculty

    Vanderbilt professors are well represented among the authors participating in the 2012 Southern Festival of Books: A Celebration of the Written Word Oct. 12, 13 and 14 in downtown Nashville. The free festival, which began in 1989, is a three-day celebration of authors, writing and reading. Every author on… Read More

    Oct 11, 2012

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    Family Night at Dyer Observatory is Oct. 23

    Vanderbilt faculty, staff and their families are invited to a special night at Vanderbilt Dyer Observatory from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23. Read More

    Oct 8, 2012