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July 6, 2015

Faculty FAQs for VU/VUMC transition

New faculty FAQ sheet answers questions about the transition.

By VUMC News and Communications
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June 29, 2015

Vanderbilt doctors urge caution with Fourth of July fireworks

Fireworks and the Fourth of July can be a dangerous mix. Doctors at Vanderbilt University Medical Center urge caution with consumer fireworks and suggest leaving these displays to the experts.

By VUMC News and Communications
June 22, 2015

Biochemistry professor Richard Armstrong remembered

Richard N. Armstrong, Ph.D., professor of Biochemistry and Chemistry, prominent biochemist, journal editor and mentor, died on June 18 after a brief illness. He was 66.

By Bill Snyder
June 17, 2015

VU community to dial full 10 digits for local calls beginning July 15

Starting July 15, members of the Vanderbilt community will need to dial full 10-digit numbers when making calls to local off-campus numbers. Five-digit dialing will still be in effect for on-campus calls.

By VUMC News and Communications
June 9, 2015

Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt among nation’s best

The Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt again has been named a national leader in pediatric health care by “U.S. News & World Report.” Children’s Hospital achieved national rankings for a maximum of 10 out of 10 pediatric specialty programs.

By VUMC News and Communications
June 3, 2015

Beware leaves of three: Tips for avoiding poison ivy

It’s the time of year when backyards attract children, trails beckon hikers, and poison ivy attacks the unwary. The Tennessee Poison Center at VUMC provides tips for avoiding or treating the itch-causing plant pest this summer.

By Wayne Wood
May 7, 2015

Task force named to prioritize Academic Strategic Plan health initiatives

A new faculty task force has been appointed to prioritize and refine the eight health-related initiatives in the Academic Strategic Plan and to inventory existing health-related interdisciplinary centers and institutes at Vanderbilt.
By VUMC News and Communications
May 1, 2015

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center to mark 50th anniversary with Timothy Shriver

In honor of its 50th anniversary, the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center will hold a community celebration with special guest Tim Shriver.
By VUMC News and Communications
April 29, 2015

Lync users enjoy new features, cloud technology with updated 2013 client

Mobile applications, cloud technology and Skype federation are some of the benefits of Lync 2013, recently deployed by Vanderbilt IT.
By VUMC News and Communications
April 22, 2015

Employee Celebration picnic scheduled for May 14

In celebration of employees’ hard work and accomplishments throughout the year, Vanderbilt will host the Employee Celebration picnic at several times and locations on Thursday, May 14.
By VUMC News and Communications
April 14, 2015

Levi Watkins Jr., medical pioneer and champion of racial equality, dies

Levi Watkins Jr., a renowned cardiac surgeon, champion of racial equality and diversity, and the first African American to be admitted to and graduate from Vanderbilt's School of Medicine, died Saturday from complications after suffering a stroke.
By Nancy Humphrey
March 31, 2015

Stassun wins Branscomb Award at Spring Faculty Assembly

Five faculty awards were handed out March 31 during Spring Faculty Assembly, including the Harvie Branscomb Distinguished Professor Award.
By VUMC News and Communications
March 30, 2015

Kudos: Read about faculty, staff and student awards, honors and achievements

Read about the latest faculty, staff and student awards, honors and achievements.
By VUMC News and Communications
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