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December 11, 2025
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Vanderbilt University and EPB launch innovation institute to accelerate quantum science and technology breakthroughs 
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Vanderbilt University and EPB of Chattanooga, home of America’s most comprehensive quantum commercialization infrastructure, announced plans to establish the Institute for Quantum Innovation, further positioning Chattanooga—and Tennessee—as a national hub for advancing quantum science and technology. Read More
QUANTUM POTENTIAL
SPECIAL EPISODE: Connecting our lives to AI and robotics with Matthew Johnson-Roberson
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In a special episode of the Quantum Potential podcast, Provost C. Cybele Raver talks with Matthew Johnson-Roberson, the inaugural dean of the College of Connected Computing, as he shares his expertise about the impact of rapidly evolving AI and robotics for the average person and for those interested in AI-focused career fields. Read More
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Vanderbilt Poll: Tennesseans’ economic anxiety surges, transcends party lines 
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Tennesseans across the political spectrum are worried about the cost of living. In its latest statewide poll, Vanderbilt University found that economic anxiety has increased since President Donald Trump took office in January. That anxiety runs the gamut from paying for unexpected expenses, such as a medical emergency or car repair, to covering basic monthly bills and saving for the future. Read More
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Vanderbilt's football season can't stop, won't stop: Diego Pavia was named a finalist for the 2025 Heisman Trophy and SEC offensive player of the year; Eli Stowers earned the William V. Campbell Trophy; and Coach Clark Lea was awarded SEC coach of the year. Anchor down! ⚓️
This Week at VU
 
Dec. 13, 2025
5:30 p.m. • Memorial Gymnasium
Men’s Basketball vs. Central Arkansas: Holiday Hoops
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Jan. 5 | First day of classes for undergraduate students

Jan. 7 | Vanderbilt Men's Basketball vs. Alabama

Jan. 8 | Vanderbilt Women's Basketball vs. Missouri
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Campus Dining
Hungry for feedback: The semiannual Dining Survey is now open
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VU in the News
 
Nashville Post: Vanderbilt sees endowment rise nearly 10 percent
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier is quoted. 
 
The New York Times: What menopause does to the body
Research from Melissa Kaufman, Patricia and Rodes Hart Professor and professor of urology, is cited.
 
Health: Are flu shots 'live virus' vaccines?
William Schaffner, professor of health policy, is quoted. 

Forbes: Don’t call it a setback: What to know about college deferrals
Doug Christiansen, vice provost for university enrollment affairs and dean of admissions and financial aid, is quoted. 
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