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Abbot’s new book is ‘one-stop destination’ on animal social evolution
Jun. 8, 2018—Patrick Abbot, associate professor of biological sciences, recently published an edited volume entitled "Comparative Social Evolution," an updated companion book to E.O. Wilson’s famous 1975 tome.
MyVU university newsletter launched for students
Feb. 22, 2018—Starting Feb. 22, students will begin receiving the university biweekly newsletter "MyVU." Sent on Mondays and Thursdays, the newsletter contains information about university news, priorities, events and the accomplishments of Vanderbilt students, faculty and staff.
Faculty proposals welcomed for Library Collections Initiative
Nov. 1, 2017—Faculty are encouraged to submit proposals for the Library Collections Initiative, a chancellor- and provost-sponsored funding program that supports faculty research and scholarship.
Vanderbilt invests $30 million and issues chair challenge to boost faculty support
Aug. 25, 2017—Vanderbilt University has announced to alumni and supporters the Chancellor Chair Challenge, a yearlong, $30 million investment by the university designed to create 30 new endowed chairs.
Chancellor commits Vanderbilt to a big, bold future at fall assembly
Aug. 25, 2017—Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos cemented Vanderbilt's commitment to excellence with initiatives that drive innovation and discovery, unveiling a $30 million investment in faculty at the Fall Faculty Assembly.
Elizabeth P. Latt to retire from News and Communications
Jun. 29, 2017—Assistant Vice Chancellor for News and Communications Elizabeth P. Latt will retire from her role as leader of external and internal university communications June 30 after 27 years of service to the university.
VRWC offers summer youth boxing classes
May. 3, 2017—Kids will have a blast learning the how-to’s of boxing while getting fit in this co-ed, non-contact class for ages 12-17. Taught by USA Boxing Coach Tramaine Crook, participants will meet at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center to master punches, blocks, combos, and learn to move like a pro boxer.
Single-cell analysis of solid tumors
Dec. 12, 2016—A new method will make it possible to study solid tumors and healthy tissues using mass cytometry.
Communications survey provides valuable feedback for MyVU
Sep. 1, 2016—More than 800 faculty and staff responded to the survey about internal communications—specifically the MyVU suite of publications and HR communications. Overwhelmingly, respondents endorsed the MyVU twice-weekly e-newsletter.
MyVU distribution list to be updated effective June 30
Jun. 27, 2016—To reflect the changing employee communication needs of Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center, effective June 30, MyVU will be sent to all faculty and to university staff only.
Vanderbilt communications honored by Tennessee higher ed alliance
Jun. 1, 2016—Vanderbilt University received five awards for its communications efforts at the Tennessee College Public Relations Association spring 2016 conference.
MyVU to take break over holidays
Dec. 18, 2015—The MyVU e-newsletter for faculty and staff will take a brief hiatus for the holidays from Dec. 24-Jan. 1.