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Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Sonia Nazario to speak March 29
The Center for Latin American Studies and the Peabody College Department of Teaching and Learning will welcome Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Sonia Nazario to Nashville March 29-30. Nazario will speak about her book "Enrique’s Journey" as well as current issues regarding immigration. Read MoreMar 14, 2016
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‘Summer school for educators’ begins June 26
Vanderbilt will again host the annual Peabody Professional Institutes this summer. Read MoreMar 14, 2016
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Erik Carter serves as expert speaker at Congressional briefing
Changing post-school pathways of youth and young adults with severe disabilities was the focus of Erik Carter’s presentation at a Congressional briefing. Read MoreMar 9, 2016
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Next Steps students celebrate courage and dreams
The students of Next Steps at Vanderbilt are this year’s recipient of the Perry Wallace Courage Award. Read MoreMar 4, 2016
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Vanderbilt wins two regional Emmys
Vanderbilt University won two regional Emmys from the MidSouth Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences during the awards ceremony Feb. 27 at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Read MoreMar 1, 2016
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Vanderbilt’s Gary Henry named AERA Fellow
Vanderbilt education professor Gary Henry is among 22 scholars selected as 2016 fellows by the American Educational Research Association. Read MoreMar 1, 2016
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Next Steps program to receive Perry Wallace Courage Award; bloggers on hand to join celebration
The Vanderbilt University athletics will present the Next Steps at Vanderbilt program with the Perry Wallace Courage Award on Tuesday. Read MoreMar 1, 2016
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The Power of the Peanut: Nutritional Supplement Serves Vital Need for Malnourished Children in Guatemala
About two dozen Vanderbilt students and faculty from across the university have worked with a leading international malnutrition research organization to produce Mani+, a nutritionally fortified peanut butter, to help combat childhood hunger in Guatemala. (MODESIGNS58/ISTOCK) Malnutrition is defined as a lack of food and calories. But really, it’s… Read MoreFeb 29, 2016
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What makes students stick with a MOOC?
A new large-scale study took an in-depth look at persistence and engagement in Massive Open Online Courses. Read MoreFeb 26, 2016
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Governor’s Academy for School Leadership launches at Peabody College
Nashville assistant principals have been selected for a one-year fellowship in which they will receive mentorship and coaching. Read MoreFeb 23, 2016
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First Vanderbilt Giving Day set for April 21
The first-ever Vanderbilt Giving Day, planned for April 21, will be a 24-hour campaign that draws alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff and fans together to advance the mission of the university. Read MoreFeb 22, 2016
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Obama names Vanderbilt’s Chris Lemons among extraordinary early-career scientists
President Barack Obama has named Vanderbilt researcher Christopher J. Lemons among the recipients of the Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers. It is the highest honor bestowed by the United States government on science and engineering professionals in the early stages of their independent research careers. Read MoreFeb 19, 2016
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School turnaround focus of five-year, $5M study
Evaluating a new initiative to turn around North Carolina’s lowest-performing schools is the focus of a new Vanderbilt University study. Read MoreFeb 17, 2016
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Eos Project funds environmental awareness planning and programming projects on campus
Eos-funded projects include curriculum development, reading series, speakers, seminars and more. Read MoreFeb 12, 2016
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Vanderbilt Theatre engages audience to end Nashville poverty
Vanderbilt Theatre invites the community to explore the impact of poverty and help shape a solution when it performs "How to End Poverty" Feb. 24-28 in Neely Auditorium. Read MoreFeb 5, 2016
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Can pre-K be fixed?
New analysis of Tennessee's state-funded pre-K is prompting reevaluation and change. Read MoreFeb 1, 2016
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A healthy corridor grows in Nashville
Action research by Peabody College students helps Nashville developers and neighborhoods envision a healthier future. Read MoreFeb 1, 2016
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Seeking the human element, Fulbright Scholar Carol Eid finds her niche
When Fulbright Scholar and former computer programmer Carol Eid decided to change her life, she chose Peabody as the best avenue for studying learning design. Read MoreJan 29, 2016
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Global scholars bring a world of fun to Eakin Elementary
Educators from far-flung lands will share their favorite childhood games, sports, stories and songs with Eakin Elementary School students Jan. 26-29. Read MoreJan 26, 2016
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Kudos: Read about faculty and staff awards, appointments and achievements
Read about the latest faculty and staff awards, appointments and achievements. Read MoreJan 26, 2016