myVU News Archive — Page 32 of 35

A man in a suit and red tie speaks at a wooden podium bearing the Vanderbilt University logo, with plants and matching Vanderbilt emblems behind him.
April 3, 2013

Chancellor: Four ideas will define Vanderbilt’s destiny

Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced four foundational ideas that will guide Vanderbilt as it defines itself in a new century during a speech April 3 at Spring Faculty Assembly.

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March 29, 2013

Diagnostic Management focus of live video chat April 3

Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s initiatives in diagnostic management will be highlighted during a live video chat with VUMC experts on Wednesday, April 3.

A child’s hand reaches into a nest of colorful foil-wrapped chocolate eggs and small decorated eggs.
March 27, 2013

Vanderbilt experts suggest ways to avoid sugar overload this Easter

Too much sugar can pose serious risks to children’s dental and behavioral health—risks that can be minimized by some careful thought and planning, Vanderbilt experts say.

Eight faculty members in formal attire stand together on a stage in front of black curtains and potted palms, with one holding a folder.
March 21, 2013

New holders of endowed chairs honored

Seven Vanderbilt University faculty members named to endowed chairs were honored for outstanding academic achievements March 19 during a celebration at the Student Life Center.

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March 19, 2013

Understanding Vanderbilt emergency sirens and AlertVU

Severe weather in Nashville March 18 prompted the sounding of Metropolitan Nashville’s sirens and also prompted some questions about Vanderbilt’s notification system.

HD Kirkland
March 12, 2013

Vanderbilt’s Peabody No. 1 education school for fifth consecutive year

Vanderbilt Peabody College of education and human development was named the top graduate school of education in the country for the fifth consecutive year by U.S. News and World Report.