Office Of The Provost
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Faculty committee proposes plan for investment in graduate education and research
Following a collaborative rapid cycle process, an ad hoc faculty committee has released a report identifying four proposed thematic areas for future investment in graduate education and research at Vanderbilt. Read MoreJun 1, 2017
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International Strategy Working Group issues draft Executive Summary
The International Strategy Working Group, charged by Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente last September with developing a plan to strengthen Vanderbilt’s international research, scholarship and creative expression efforts while raising the global profile of the university as a research institution, has produced a draft Executive Summary of its work. Read MoreMay 19, 2017
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May issue of provost’s ‘Open Dore’ newsletter now available
Read the May issue of "The Open Dore," Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente’s newsletter, which is now available online. Read MoreMay 18, 2017
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First cohort of Academic Pathways Fellows chosen
The innovative program addresses the acute need for greater diversity in the professoriate by offering a specialized postdoctoral program for scholars from underrepresented backgrounds. Read MoreMay 17, 2017
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Chancellor reminds graduates of the power of connection at Vanderbilt Commencement
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos reminded graduates at Vanderbilt’s Commencement May 12 that the university, the faculty and their classmates will continue to have an enduring influence on their lives. Read MoreMay 12, 2017
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Grand Stair dedicated in honor of alumni Ed and Sue Clark
The striking spiral staircase inside Vanderbilt University’s Engineering and Science Building was dedicated April 28 in honor of alumni and longtime university supporters Sue, BA’77, and G. Edmond “Ed” Clark, BE’76. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Vanderbilt Divinity School announces renovation and expansion
A significant renovation and 13,641-square-foot addition to Vanderbilt Divinity School will begin May 5 with an official groundbreaking. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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TIPs NetsBlox project aims to make computer programming intuitive and understandable
Supported by TIPs funding, Engineering's Akos Ledeczi is pursuing the development of NetsBlox, a computer programming platform that could make writing programs as intuitive as writing an email. Read MoreMay 2, 2017
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Celebration honors 11 endowed chair holders
The extraordinary academic achievements of 11 faculty members named to endowed chairs were recognized during a celebration April 27 at the Student Life Center. Read MoreMay 2, 2017
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Global Education Office announces study-abroad scholarship recipients
The Global Education Office has awarded 41 scholarships to students for the purpose of studying abroad during 2017 summer or Maymester terms. Read MoreApr 28, 2017
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Fauchet reappointed dean of School of Engineering
Philippe Fauchet has been reappointed as dean of the School of Engineering for a five-year term, beginning July 1. Read MoreApr 27, 2017
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April issue of provost’s ‘Open Dore’ newsletter now available
Read the April 2017 issue of "The Open Dore," Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Susan R. Wente’s newsletter, which is now available online. Read MoreApr 25, 2017
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Exhibition to share life lessons of African American seniors
An exhibition showcasing life stories of African American seniors—part of a project founded by Associate Provost Ifeoma Nwankwo—will be displayed April 13 at Sarratt Student Center. Read MoreApr 7, 2017
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Vanderbilt, peer institutions continue opposition of travel ban, file new amicus brief
Vanderbilt and 30 of the nation’s other top universities have filed a joint amicus brief urging that the U.S. District Court's preliminary injunction against portions of the latest executive order regarding immigration and refugees be upheld. Read MoreApr 4, 2017
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Update on latest faculty unionization efforts; town hall today
Read about the latest developments in efforts to unionize certain non-tenure track faculty at Vanderbilt. In addition, the Faculty Senate will host a town hall meeting to discuss faculty unionization from 3 to 5 p.m. March 30 at the Law School’s Flynn Auditorium. Read MoreMar 30, 2017
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See photos from March 20 TIPs Fair and Reception
Faculty, collaborators and students associated with 14 currently funded Trans-institutional Programs projects showcased their work March 20 during an informal networking event held in the Alumni Hall Reading Room. Read MoreMar 29, 2017
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Inaugural DIVE Boot Camp immerses participants in human-centered design
More than 40 students, staff and faculty gathered at the Wond’ry March 25 to learn about human-centered design and put it into practice through a series of exercises. The half-day event was the inaugural DIVE Boot Camp, one of several opportunities for members of the Vanderbilt community to participate in Design as an Immersive Vanderbilt Experience, the university’s Quality Enhancement Plan. Read MoreMar 27, 2017
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New building expansion planned for Vanderbilt School of Nursing
The Vanderbilt University School of Nursing will soon break ground on a new 29,947-square-foot addition on the Vanderbilt campus. Construction is expected to begin in late spring 2017. Read MoreMar 23, 2017
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Faculty invited to learn about University Courses March 30
The Office of the Provost will host the University Courses Workshop Luncheon on Thursday, March 30. All interested faculty are invited to attend. Read MoreMar 22, 2017
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Panel discussion on health care reform set for April 3
“Perspectives on Health Care Reform: From Obamacare to the American Health Care Act” is open to Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students. Read MoreMar 20, 2017