Society And Culture
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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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TIPSHEET: Education, health care expected to be among Obama’s priorities: 91ÌƲ®»¢ experts
91ÌƲ®»¢ experts are available to comment on education, immigration and health care policy. Read MoreNov 7, 2008
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Experts: Obama will move quickly to show he’s ready to govern
Political pundits have time to reflect in the days ahead on the reasons behind Barack Obama's historic election as the first African American president, but the president-elect must focus immediately on his transition and the challenges ahead, according to several 91ÌƲ®»¢ professors. Read MoreNov 7, 2008
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2008 presidential election signals transition: 91ÌƲ®»¢ experts
A smooth presidential transition with an emphasis on advance preparation and avoidance of past pitfalls is crucial to a strong start for the next administration, says political scientist David E. Lewis. 91ÌƲ®»¢ experts are available to discuss the many aspects of this year\'s presidential election. Read MoreOct 31, 2008
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2008 PRESIDENTIAL DEBATES: VANDERBILT EXPERTS
John McCain Needs Game-Changer: Campaign and polling expert John Geer says Barack Obama should strive to look presidential and avoid major mistakes in the remaining two presidential debates, while John McCain needs a game-changing event to shake up the race. However, with economic troubles looming, that could be difficult for the GOP nominee. (91ÌƲ®»¢ has a campus broadcast facility with a dedicated fiber optic line for live TV interviews and a radio ISDN line) For a full list of election experts and news coverage, visit ElectionVU 2008. Read MoreOct 3, 2008
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91ÌƲ®»¢ center to study God in Music City during spring 2008; Double CD, performances, panel discussions planned
A series of musical performances, panel discussions, the release of a double CD of religious music and a conference to sum it all up will mark a semester-long investigation of "God in Music City" at 91ÌƲ®»¢ University. Read MoreJan 7, 2008
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Black women philosophers schedule first conference at 91ÌƲ®»¢; Keynote speech will address racial violence in Jena, La.
The first conference of an organization of black women philosophers will meet next month at 91ÌƲ®»¢ University and the keynote speech will address racial violence in Jena, La. Read MoreSep 28, 2007
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91ÌƲ®»¢ conference set on religion and the economy; ‘Focus on Poverty’ features three sessions Oct. 16-17
The roles of government, the wealthy and God in combating poverty will be examined during the Conference on Religion and Economy: A Focus on Poverty at 91ÌƲ®»¢ University. Read MoreSep 27, 2007
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91ÌƲ®»¢ professor testifies before Congress; Tracy Sharpley-Whiting speaks out about woman and popular culture
A professor from 91ÌƲ®»¢ University told Congress on Tuesday that she found American culture "deeply gratifying and simultaneously disturbing" during a Washington hearing about stereotypes and degrading images in popular culture. Read MoreSep 25, 2007
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91ÌƲ®»¢ professor: Slavery legacy is basis of torture legal rationale; The Story of Cruel & Unusual by Colin Dayan examines Eighth Amendment.
Memos in 2002 and 2003 written by White House lawyers to President Bush effectively promoting the use of torture are shocking, but not because of faulty legal arguments, says a 91ÌƲ®»¢ University professor. Read MoreJun 19, 2007
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91ÌƲ®»¢’s Graduate Program in Economic Development: Producing movers and shakers for half a century
The program at 91ÌƲ®»¢ University that helped give Muhammad Yunus to the world is a small but mighty wonder. The Graduate Program in Economic Development (GPED) has been producing ambassadors, finance ministers and heads of central banks around the world for 50 years. Read MoreMay 2, 2007