Releases
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MEDIA ADVISORY: 91ÌÆ²®»¢ students to offer music piracy solutions on Dec. 2
First-year students in the "Stealing in Music City" seminar at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University must devise a workable system for distributing music that delivers content for a reasonable price and allows songwriters, artists and other stakeholders to get paid. Read MoreDec 1, 2008
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Rabbi to speak at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ about peace in the Middle East
Rabbi Everett Gendler will speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, in Room 126 of Wilson Hall on the 91ÌÆ²®»¢ campus. The lecture, part of a course called "The Nonviolent Struggle" taught by the civil rights leader Rev. James Lawson, is free and open to the public. Read MoreNov 25, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ University to host Alternative Gift Fair Dec. 5
An Alternative Gift Fair will be held on Friday, Dec. 5, from 3 to 6 p.m. in St. Augustine\'s Chapel at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University. The fair is open to the public. Read MoreNov 24, 2008
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Having privately and publicly managed prisons in the same state brings benefits
New 91ÌÆ²®»¢ research finds that states can save a substantial amount of money if they use a shared system of both privately and publicly managed prisons. The savings don't come from the use of private prisons alone, but Read MoreNov 21, 2008
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TIPSHEET: An African American has achieved the nation’s highest office – what now?
Barack Obama's history-making election to president of the United States has many wondering what does this achievement mean for race relations in America – what now? Is there still need for affirmative action? Is there less racism in America than we might have once thought? Will the Obamas have an impact on African Americans' and others' expectations for and perceptions of family and achievement? Read MoreNov 20, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ professor draws on her Jamaican roots in groundbreaking research
A 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Associate Professor of English credits her Jamaican grandparents with nurturing her keen interest in uncovering the neglected histories of past generations, especially those of African and Caribbean descent, and preserving their stories for today's learners. Read MoreNov 20, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢’s John Sloop honored by peers for excellence in research
John Sloop, professor of communication studies at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University, has been awarded the prestigious 2008 Charles H. Woolbert 91ÌÆ²®»¢ Award for "The Critique of Vernacular Discourse," published in Communication Monographs. Sloop, who is also associate dean of the College of Arts and Science, is sharing the award with Kent Ono, professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and co-author of the article. Read MoreNov 19, 2008
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Black masculinity explored in new issue of AmeriQuests
The intricacies of being a black male in America are explored in the new issue of AmeriQuests, the interdisciplinary e-journal based at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University. Read MoreNov 18, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ weekend program for gifted youth now taking applications
Academically talented kindergartners and 1st through 6th graders will have a chance to expand their horizons, intellectually and socially, in a 91ÌÆ²®»¢ program this spring specifically designed for gifted students and their parents. Applications are currently being accepted for the program, Saturday Academy at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ for the Young or SAVY, which will take place every Saturday Feb. 7 through March 14, 2009. Read MoreNov 17, 2008
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OP-ED: Several issues preceded economy on U.S. agenda
The No. 1 priority facing President-elect Barack Obama is the economic crisis, which, so far, is focused on the financial sector. But there are other serious issues deserving attention from the president-elect. Read MoreNov 17, 2008
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OP-ED: Shot at unthinkable: an end to cronyism
Like other presidents before him, President-elect Barack Obama will be under immense pressure to reward campaign workers, state and local party officials, interest groups and key donors with positions in the new administration. Read MoreNov 17, 2008
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VU bowl eligible with sixth win at UK
D.J. Moore scored touchdowns on his first two career receptions and added two critical interceptions, and 91ÌÆ²®»¢ beat Kentucky 31-24 Saturday night to gain bowl eligibility for the first time in 26 years. Read MoreNov 16, 2008
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Best-selling author of Freakonomics available to media prior to Nov. 18 lecture at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University
Stephen J. Dubner, co-author of the international best-seller Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything, will speak at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University Tuesday, Nov. 18. Read MoreNov 14, 2008
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Collaborative public art project at 91ÌÆ²®»¢ week of Nov. 17
The internationally recognized Let's Re-Make art collaborative will be working on the 91ÌÆ²®»¢ University campus and in the Nashville community the week of Nov. 17. Read MoreNov 14, 2008
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New AmericasBarometer Insights offers concise public policy analyses
Results from an unprecedented collection of public opinion data in 23 nations on wide-ranging political issues and their policy implications are included in the new AmericasBarometer Insights, a series of short studies now available to the public. Read MoreNov 14, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ launches online innovation Web site
91ÌÆ²®»¢ University has launched a new e-commerce Web site that allows users to purchase innovative software, courseware and other digital products over the Internet. Read MoreNov 13, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ University commemorates Transgender Day of Remembrance
91ÌÆ²®»¢ University's Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Intersex (LGBTQI) Life will sponsor a candlelight vigil honoring the 10th annual Transgender Day of Remembrance Thursday, Nov. 20. Read MoreNov 12, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢, Metro Nashville Public Schools, community agencies partner to win $3.4 million in federal pre-k funds
91ÌÆ²®»¢ University's Peabody College of education and human development, in partnership with Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools and other community agencies, has won a three-year, $3.4 million federal grant to enhance language and literacy skills in pre-kindergarten classrooms. Read MoreNov 12, 2008
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91ÌÆ²®»¢ students to offer music piracy solutions
College students, frequently the target of illegal music downloading charges, are formulating music distribution systems they hope will lead to an equitable future for everyone. Read MoreNov 12, 2008
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Developing talent in gifted students topic of free lecture Nov. 18 at Nashville Public Library
Identifying and developing talent in gifted students is the topic of a free public lecture Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. by gifted children expert Donna Ford at the Nashville Public Library. The library is located at 615 Church St. in downtown Nashville. Ford will share current research… Read MoreNov 11, 2008