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August 18, 2016

Program helps Ph.D. students find non-academic careers

In 2013, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (VUSM) received one of 10 grants from the National Institutes of Health called BEST (Broadening Experiences in Scientific Training) to help train scientists for a variety of diverse careers.

By VUMC News and Communications
August 17, 2016

New center will examine addiction at molecular level, develop treatments

Vanderbilt University researchers from diverse scientific disciplines are joining forces to help crack the stubborn mysteries of addiction through the new Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research.

By Bill Snyder
Kennedy Center exterior
August 11, 2016

VKC Science Day set for Sept. 19; registration now open

The annual Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Science Day is Monday, Sept. 19, and registration to attend is now open on the VKC website.

By VUMC News and Communications
August 11, 2016

School of Nursing dean emerita named ‘living legend’

Colleen Conway-Welch, dean emerita of the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, has been named a Living Legend by the American Academy of Nursing, one of nursing’s most distinguished and prestigious professional organizations.

By VUMC News and Communications
August 11, 2016

Songs from the Heart concert set for Sept. 9

Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center’s (VICC) 10th annual Songs from the Heart concert will be held Friday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m., in the Vanderbilt University Student Life Center Ballroom, 310 25th Ave. South.

By VUMC News and Communications
(Vanderbilt University)
August 9, 2016

Football opener will affect some automobile parking Sept. 1

The Vanderbilt football team opens its 2016 season on Thursday, Sept. 1, with a nationally televised game against South Carolina. With the game being played on a workday, some adjustments to parking and traffic flow are necessary.

By VUMC News and Communications
August 9, 2016

Health and wellness series for scientists begins Aug. 24

As a result of a scientist wellness survey on “Professionalism and Professional Health and Wellness of the Scientist” conducted earlier this year, Charlene Dewey, M.D., will be offering a yearlong program titled: The Year of the Scientist: Balancing Health & Science.
By Nancy Humphrey
August 8, 2016

VUMC Program for LGBTI Health welcome reception is Aug. 17

The Vanderbilt community is invited to join the School of Medicine’s Program for LGBTI Health at a welcome reception Aug. 17.
By VUMC News and Communications
August 5, 2016

Save the date: 2016 Levi Watkins Jr., M.D. Lecture set for Oct. 11

The 15th annual Levi Watkins Jr., M.D. Lecture will be held Oct. 11. This year marks 50 years since Watkins entered Vanderbilt University Medical School—a milestone in the life of the school that will be celebrated during this year’s event.
By VUMC News and Communications
August 5, 2016

My Southern Health: How to handle food allergies at school

For children just diagnosed with serious food allergies, navigating class parties or school lunches may seem impossible. Stacy Dorris, assistant professor of pediatrics, offers tips on how to proactively manage food allergies at school.
By VUMC News and Communications
August 3, 2016

My Southern Health: How to lighten the load with children’s backpacks

As children head back to school in Middle Tennessee, Gregory Mencio, the Neil E. Green, M.D. Chair in Pediatric Orthopaedics, provides some important tips parents should know about backpack safety and injury prevention.
By VUMC News and Communications
August 3, 2016

VUSN honors near-record number of students during pinning ceremonies

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing recognized 360 students—one of the largest classes in its history—during pinning ceremonies July 31 at Vanderbilt’s Langford Auditorium.
By VUMC News and Communications
August 1, 2016

My Southern Health: Make sure to include these 5 things in your birth plan

Be ready to be flexible, but make sure your birth plan outlines your desires for the big day, says Bethany Sanders, instructor of clinical nursing.
By VUMC News and Communications
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