NYU dean and historian named next leader of Arts and Science

Lauren A. Benton, a prolific scholar and experienced academic leader whose work spans history, law and anthropology, has been named the next dean of the College of Arts and Science at Vanderbilt University, effective July 1.

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13 students chosen as newest class of Ingram Scholars

Thirteen incoming first-year students have been chosen as the newest members of the Ingram Scholarship Program. The 13 are among 831 high school seniors who applied for the prestigious program.

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Vanderbilt publications, engagement series recognized by CASE

Three publications produced by Vanderbilt University News and Communications and an engagement event series sponsored by Vanderbilt’s Development and Alumni Relations division have received top awards in the 2015 CASE District III competition.

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New insight on how brain performs ‘mental time travel’

A new brain mapping study pinpoints the areas of the brain responsible for “mental time travel"—the recollection of memories so rich in detail regarding the time and place of an original experience that it is much like traveling through time.

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Stay safe from carbon monoxide poisoning during cold snap

With temperatures in the next few days predicted to be the coldest of the winter so far, people using space heaters to get some extra warmth into their homes need to be aware of a potential silent killer—carbon monoxide.

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Vanderbilt Summer Camp Fair rescheduled for March 13

Due to severe weather, the Vanderbilt Child and Family Center has rescheduled its annual Summer Camp Fair for Friday, March 13.

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Some employees will receive revised W-2s

A printing error occurred in reporting the cost of employer-sponsored health coverage on some Vanderbilt employees' W-2s. This amount is for informational purposes only and does not affect income tax rates or calculations.

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VUCast: Homeward Bound

In the latest VUCast: See the special way Vanderbilt nurses help kids heading home after surgery; hear who's to blame for bad boss behavior; and watch Vanderbilt's newest building grow in 3-D. Watch now!

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Take Note

» Goldberg Lecture featuring Tara Zanardi rescheduled for April 9

» Enjoy spring with new Vanderbilt Osher classes

» Occupational Health offers free measles vaccine for employees

» Limited submission opportunity: 2015 David Mahoney Neuroimaging Program

» Register now for Sarratt’s Summer Youth Art Institute

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HR News

» Vandy Cooks: Cooking heart healthy with Executive Chef George Moran

» Wellcast: Using wearable devices to measure your activity

» Know your numbers and win a FitBit Zip

» Target date funds continue to offer easy retirement investment option

» Retirement plan transition: What happens to annuity investments?

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Events

Feb. 19 — 4 p.m.
"Shape of Flight" opening reception

Feb. 19 — 4:10 p.m.
Black Atlantic History Lecture with Randy Sparks

Feb. 20 — 11 a.m.
"Introduction to Modding Minecraft Maps"

Feb. 20 — 2 p.m.
Vanderbilt at the Williamson Co. Library series featuring Jane Landers

Feb. 21 — 3 p.m.
Vanderbilt Commodore Orchestra with Keehun Nam

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