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  • Vanderbilt University

    Wellcast: Become a Wellness Commodore

    Listen to Pam Schneller and Alecia Fair share their stories. Read More

    Aug 8, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Blair fall concert series kicks off Sept. 24

    The Fall 2014 concert season at The Blair School of Music kicks off with Clare College Choir from Cambridge, England, Sept. 24. Read More

    Aug 8, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Closing: Space 204 exhibitions by Tennessee Tech, MTSU art faculty

    Mark your calendars for the closing reception of Space 204’s two summer exhibitions. The reception will be held Thursday, Sept. 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. The group show by Middle Tennessee State University professors Barry Buxkamper, John Donovan, Sisavanh Houghton and Michael Baggarly, as well as a solo show… Read More

    Aug 6, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Save the date: Diverse Dores Community Jamboree

    The Vanderbilt community is invited to the Diverse Dores Community Jamboree on Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. The event is hosted by the Office of Intercultural Affairs, International Student and Scholar Services, the Office of the University Chaplain and Religious Life, The Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center,… Read More

    Aug 6, 2014

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    Share fan photos on Instagram and Twitter, earn $10,000 for VU

    Vanderbilt is asking for fan support to help win the national Spirit Cup award, which includes $10,000 toward the university’s general scholarship fund. Read More

    Aug 5, 2014

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    VU employees get discount on Owen executive development courses

    The Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management (Vanderbilt University) The Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management’s Executive Development Institute offers short, two- and three-day programs that are open to anyone. No prerequisites are required, and the courses include no grades or college credits. Vanderbilt faculty and staff can… Read More

    Aug 1, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Faculty and Physician Wellness Program celebrates 15 years of service

    The summer of 2014 marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Vanderbilt Faculty and Physician Wellness Program (FPWP). In 1999, Work/Life Connections–EAP, under the leadership of Executive Director Mary Yarbrough, developed a specialized program to offer psychological support to Vanderbilt faculty in all 10 university schools, as… Read More

    Jul 31, 2014

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    Wellcast: Future-proofing your career

    (iStockphoto) Organizations across the country, including Vanderbilt, have had to change rapidly to meet the challenges of a new economic reality. This can pose challenges for employees. Traci Nordberg, chief human resources officer at Vanderbilt, speaks with Janet McCutchen of Work/Life Connections–EAP about ways to respond and adapt to… Read More

    Jul 31, 2014

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    Game Plan video features focusing strategies

    René Marois (Vanderbilt University) In the 2014 Game Plan for your Health video “Manage your Energy, Maximize your Life,” professor René Marois of the Human Information Processing Laboratory at Vanderbilt says that attention is our ability to focus. You can learn to focus your mind with some… Read More

    Jul 31, 2014

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    Vanderbilt recognized as a Healthier Tennessee Workplace

    Vanderbilt has been recognized as a Healthier Tennessee Workplace, which acknowledges the value the university places on the health and well-being of faculty and staff. The Governor’s Foundation for Health and Wellness, through the Healthier Tennessee initiative, offers the free online Small Starts @ Home tool to help employees… Read More

    Jul 31, 2014

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    Medicare, Social Security focus of educational sessions

    Human Resources will host two free presentations Aug. 19 and 20 to help employees plan for their transition to retirement. Read More

    Jul 31, 2014

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    Community Research Day set for Sept. 23; poster deadline is Aug. 27

    The Meharry-Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core is sponsoring its annual Community Research Day from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23, at the offices of the United Way of Metro Nashville, 250 Venture Circle. The event will feature an interactive poster session in which community organizations present research… Read More

    Jul 30, 2014

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    Health Plus success story: Yan-xia Zhong

    Share your success story with Health Plus. Read More

    Jul 25, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Health Plus ‘Game Plan’ red carpet event is Aug. 8

    Join Health Plus for a celebration of the Game Plan for your Health video, “Manage Your Energy, Maximize Your Life,” on Friday, Aug. 8, from 1 to 2 p.m. The event will be held at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Room 2210. This event… Read More

    Jul 24, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Get routine allergy shots at Occupational Health Clinic

    Occupational Health Clinic (Vanderbilt University) If you take allergy shots and are at a stable, maintenance dose, the Occupational Health Clinic can administer your shots at no charge. OHC will work with you to obtain your physician’s order and store your medication in the clinic. When it’s… Read More

    Jul 24, 2014

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    Tickets for Commodore Quake on sale July 25

    Get faculty/staff discount on tickets to this year's Commodore Quake, featuring Ludacris and Iggy Azalea. Read More

    Jul 23, 2014

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    Get Chef George Moran’s Caprese pasta salad recipe

    Chef George Moran prepared this recipe at the February 2014 Vandy Cooks event. Make it for yourself at home: Caprese Pasta Salad Cup Makes 8 servings. Ingredients 1 cup dry radiatore pasta 2 ⅔ cups plum tomatoes, fresh, diced 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced ¼ cup… Read More

    Jul 17, 2014

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    Vandy Cooks July 25: ‘Sugar and spice, beef is so nice’

    Valerie Bass The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center and Health Plus invite you to join Valerie M. Bass, executive director of the Tennessee Beef Industry Council, to celebrate Beef Month. Bass will prepare heart-healthy beef recipes and offer tips on healthy beef dishes in the VRWC’s demonstration kitchen from 11:30… Read More

    Jul 17, 2014

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    Wellness coaching tip: Keep it simple

    (Vanderbilt University) Some people think physical activity is too complicated — going to the gym, navigating unfamiliar equipment and knowing how many sets or reps to do is more trouble than it’s worth. If this is you, then here’s some advice: Keep it simple. Exercise doesn’t mean lifting the… Read More

    Jul 17, 2014

  • Vanderbilt University

    Elder abuse: Do you know the signs?

    Elder abuse in the home or in nursing facilities can take on a variety of forms, some of which may not be obvious. Stacey Bonner of the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center speaks with Terry Kornman, outreach coordinator with FiftyForward Victory over Crime, about elder abuse and how to recognize… Read More

    Jul 17, 2014