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  Monday, Nov. 14, 2022  
 
 
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Vanderbilt ranked a ‘top green college’ by Princeton Review
 
Vanderbilt University is one of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges and on the “green honor roll” according to a new ranking by The Princeton Review.
 
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Vanderbilt to co-sponsor Nov. 15 webinar on youth climate change action 
 
Vanderbilt University is set to co-sponsor the webinar “Youth Climate Action: How Local Governments Can Learn from Generation Z” on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. CT.
 
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Student Care Network offers resources as finals approach
 
The Student Care Network, in collaboration with a variety of campus partners, offers resources and services to help students prepare for final papers, examinations and presentations. Here are some resources, tips and strategies to help you do your best this exam season.
 
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Amid an unprecedented mental health crisis, Vanderbilt research provides new insights, possible solutions
 
Psychologists and psychiatrists have sometimes struggled to keep up with the multiplying mental health challenges posed by the pandemic and other recent events, but through studies and interventions, Vanderbilt faculty members are providing new insights into the crisis—as well as the best evidence-based solutions for overcoming it.
 
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A champion’s drive
 
Men’s golfer Gordon Sargent arrived at Vanderbilt as a prodigious talent. He won a national championship by striving to be even better.
 
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Clinton Global Initiative University accepting Vanderbilt student applications for 2023 cohort
 
Vanderbilt University is encouraging all interested students to apply for the Clinton Global Initiative University’s 2023 cohort. CGI U is a unique opportunity to connect aspiring student leaders with leading experts in business, technology and social impact.
 
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Health equity focus of Nov. 15 VUSN Dean’s Diversity Lecture
 
Vanderbilt alumna G. Rumay Alexander will present the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Dean’s Diversity Lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 15. Alexander will discuss providing health equity despite inequitable structures and systems.
 
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AstraZeneca lead scientist visits to discuss Vanderbilt collaboration in COVID antibody Evusheld development
 
The Vanderbilt Vaccine Center will host a campus-wide presentation by Mark Esser, AstraZeneca vice president and head of microbial sciences, about Evusheld, an antibody combination that combats SARS-CoV-2 developed at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The talk will be on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 10 a.m. in Light Hall, Room 202.
 
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REGISTER: ‘The Future of the U.S. Supreme Court’ with CBS’ Jan Crawford, two former White House counsels Nov. 29
 
The Vanderbilt Project on Unity and American Democracy will host an in-person event on Tuesday, Nov. 29, at the Student Life Center to examine the potential impact of recent Supreme Court decisions on the perceived politicization of the federal courts.
 

 

Health & Safety Updates

VU community encouraged to practice healthy behaviors; new omicron-specific boosters available

Davidson County COVID community level low

 

Take Note

Immersion Vanderbilt and Clinton Global Initiative University info session is
Nov. 16


Volunteer drivers needed for first-of-its-kind research project

Center for Spiritual and Religious Life hosts Gratitude Challenge Nov. 1–30

Panel: ‘The Nationwide Surge in Labor Organizing’ Nov. 14

‘Journey without End’ book launch is Nov. 15

Hot Topics in MHS: ‘The Viral Underclass–Pandemic Inequality from HIV/AIDS to COVID-19’ Nov. 15

Vandy Cooks: ‘Biryani and Raita for the South Asian Soul’ Nov. 29

AI deep learning class open to graduate students, seniors

Participants sought for brain-based learning enhancement research

 

Coming Up

· NOV ·
14
  Recovery ally training
· NOV ·
21
  VUSM Flexner Deans’ Lecture: Dr. Qaali Hussein

 

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Vanderbilt in the News
 
The Washington Post: Crypto chaos continues as Binance drops bid to buy rival FTX
 
Yesha Yadav, Milton R. Underwood Professor and professor of law, is quoted.
 
The New York Times: Biden is no sure thing for 2024. What about Buttigieg? Harris? Even Whitmer?
 
Nicole Hemmer, associate professor of history, is quoted.
 
Vox: What wins for Medicaid and the minimum wage mean for the future of ballot initiatives
 
John Sides, William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor and professor of political science, is quoted.
 
NBC News: Meditation as effective as medication for anxiety, study finds
 
Lindsey McKernan, associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, is quoted.
 
Associated Press: Researchers hope AI can alleviate interstate traffic jams
 
A Vanderbilt research study to examine the effects of human-caused traffic jams is featured.
 
Nashville Business Journal: High rents aren’t moving out
 
Peter Haslag, assistant professor of finance, and Marty Heflin, adjunct professor of management, are quoted.
 
CNN: Opinion: Even the DeSantis bubble may burst
 
Nicole Hemmer, associate professor of history, authored this opinion piece.
 
Bloomberg: Tamiflu supplies are seen limited in fast start to flu season
 
James Antoon, assistant professor of pediatrics, is quoted.
 
People: Why did polls prepare us for a red wave? Experts weigh in on the surprising midterm election results
 
John Geer, Ginny and Conner Searcy Dean of the College of Arts and Science and professor of political science, is quoted.
 
Nashville Medical News: Vanderbilt Health’s DNA: Discoveries in Action has released a new episode, ‘How to … Fill in the Knowledge Gap.’
 
Tina Hartert, Lulu H. Owen Professor and professor of medicine, and Wei Zheng, professor of medicine, are quoted.
 
Cannabis Health News: Study: Can cannabis help people living with bipolar disorder?
 
Lisa Monteggia, professor of pharmacology, is quoted.
 
CNN: Thanksgiving is two weeks away. Get your updated COVID-19 shot now, health officials warn
 
William Schaffner, professor of health policy and professor of medicine, is quoted.
 
 
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