Assessment estimates cost of federal regulation compliance at Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt University has released the results of an internal assessment that estimates it spends approximately $146 million a year complying with federal regulations.

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Sloop named associate provost for digital learning

In his new role, John M. Sloop will focus on the development and implementation of school-based educational technology initiatives and the university’s overall exploration of digital learning.

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Milky Way filled with wandering stars

A new map of the Milky Way has discovered that 30 percent of the galaxy's stars are wanderers, making major shifts in their orbits during their lifetimes. Vanderbilt post-doc Jonathan Bird played a major role in the study.

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Chill out with free frozen treats Friday

Look for free ice cream and frozen treats throughout campus on Friday, Aug. 7, during Vandy Chills, an Employee Celebration event.

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Annual ‘Dore Jam fan event set for Aug. 16

Vanderbilt's entire football roster will join second-year head coach Derek Mason and his coaching staff at 'Dore Jam, which offers fans a chance to greet their favorite student-athletes and get autographs from both players and coaches. The event is free.

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Enjoy Tennessee produce during National Farmers’ Market Week

Celebrate National Farmers’ Market Week Aug. 2–8 with special activities at the Vanderbilt Farmers' Market and other locations.

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Tax-free weekend deals: Pre-order discounted items now from Simply Mac

Simply Mac is offering pre-orders for Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students on items discounted during Tennessee’s Sales Tax Holiday, Aug. 5-7.

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Tiny mechanical wrist gives new dexterity to needlescopic surgery

A Vanderbilt research team has successfully created a mechanical wrist less than 1/16th of an inch thick -- small enough to use in needlescopic surgery, the smallest form of minimally invasive surgery.

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Events

Aug. 3 — 8 a.m.
Registration opens for Sarratt Art Studios fall classes

Aug. 3 — 10 a.m.
Commodore Quake tickets on sale

Aug. 4 — 9 a.m.
Dyer Observatory open house

Aug. 6 — noon
"Women's financial wellness" - free Fidelity webcast

Aug. 6 — noon
"My Finances: Mutual Funds, Annuities and More"

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