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Vanderbilt's Mikayla Blakes Makes NCAA History vs Alabama
SportsMar 1

Vanderbilt's Mikayla Blakes Makes NCAA History vs Alabama

Vanderbilt sophomore Mikayla Blakes just became the only player in women's college basketball to score 30+ points in five straight games against ranked opponents, breaking Caitlin Clark's record. Her 35-point performance led the No. 5 Commodores to an 85-60 victory over Alabama on Thursday night.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Vanderbilt Mock Trial Reaches Nationals After 12 Years
SportsMar 28

Vanderbilt Mock Trial Reaches Nationals After 12 Years

Vanderbilt's undergraduate mock trial team just punched their ticket to nationals for the first time in over a decade. The A Team went 7-1 in Memphis, proving student-run programs can compete with the best.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Oklahoma Ends 9-Game Skid with Upset of No. 15 Vanderbilt
SportsFeb 8

Oklahoma Ends 9-Game Skid with Upset of No. 15 Vanderbilt

The Oklahoma Sooners snapped a brutal nine-game losing streak with a thrilling 92-91 victory over 15th-ranked Vanderbilt, proving that perseverance pays off. After building a commanding 21-point lead, they held on through a nail-biting finish to claim their first win in over a month.

Yahoo Sports2 min read
Philly Teacher Heads to Vanderbilt for Math Ph.D.
Community HeroesJun 1

Philly Teacher Heads to Vanderbilt for Math Ph.D.

A Philadelphia high school math teacher is proving to his students that learning never stops. Eric Faust will begin pursuing his doctorate at Vanderbilt University this fall while leaving behind a legacy of joy and ambition at Hill-Freedman World Academy.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Vanderbilt Professor: Evolution Can Solve Today's Problems
Planet WinsJun 26

Vanderbilt Professor: Evolution Can Solve Today's Problems

A new book argues we're missing huge opportunities by ignoring evolution's lessons for modern challenges. Understanding natural selection could revolutionize everything from medicine to decision-making.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read
Scientists Create First Tool to Study Hidden Alzheimer's Target
Health & WellnessJun 2

Scientists Create First Tool to Study Hidden Alzheimer's Target

Vanderbilt researchers developed two breakthrough compounds that let scientists study TAOK proteins for the first time, opening new paths to understanding and potentially treating Alzheimer's disease. More than seven million Americans with Alzheimer's now have new hope for future treatments.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
Ravens Give Undrafted Heisman Runner-Up Diego Pavia a Shot
SportsMay 4

Ravens Give Undrafted Heisman Runner-Up Diego Pavia a Shot

Diego Pavia led Vanderbilt to its first 10-win season and finished second in Heisman voting, but every NFL team passed on him in the draft. Now the Baltimore Ravens are giving the polarizing quarterback a chance to prove he belongs.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Heisman Runner-Up Diego Pavia Gets Ravens Minicamp Shot
SportsApr 27

Heisman Runner-Up Diego Pavia Gets Ravens Minicamp Shot

Former Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, who finished second in Heisman voting, earned an invitation to the Baltimore Ravens' rookie minicamp after going undrafted. Despite making history as the first Heisman finalist to go undrafted since 2014, the record-breaking quarterback gets his chance to prove doubters wrong.

Fox News Sports3 min read
Undrafted Heisman Finalist Gets Ravens Tryout Shot
SportsApr 27

Undrafted Heisman Finalist Gets Ravens Tryout Shot

Diego Pavia became the first Heisman finalist in 12 years to go undrafted, but his football dreams aren't over. The former Vanderbilt quarterback just earned a chance to prove his worth at the Baltimore Ravens' rookie minicamp.

Google News - Sports2 min read
New Plasma Treatment Could Transform Brain Injury Care
Health & WellnessFeb 3

New Plasma Treatment Could Transform Brain Injury Care

Vanderbilt researchers are testing whether fresh frozen plasma can protect brain cells and reduce swelling after traumatic brain injuries. If successful, it would be the first targeted TBI treatment in decades for the 2 million Americans who suffer these injuries each year.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Scientists Create Two New Tools to Unlock Alzheimer's Cure
Health & WellnessAug 3

Scientists Create Two New Tools to Unlock Alzheimer's Cure

Vanderbilt researchers developed two groundbreaking compounds that could finally reveal what causes Alzheimer's disease at a molecular level. These chemical tools offer scientists new ways to study a mysterious protein family linked to the disease affecting over seven million Americans.

Google News - Scientists Discover3 min read
Lupus Brain Fog Treatment Shows Major Promise in Trial
Health & WellnessApr 23

Lupus Brain Fog Treatment Shows Major Promise in Trial

A new drug called EG501 significantly improved cognitive function in lupus patients during a 12-week trial, offering hope for the 80% who struggle with debilitating brain fog. Vanderbilt researchers discovered the biological cause and successfully targeted it with treatment.

Google News - Health Breakthrough2 min read
New Drug Treats Brain Fog in 80% of Lupus Patients
Health & WellnessApr 22

New Drug Treats Brain Fog in 80% of Lupus Patients

A breakthrough treatment called EG501 has successfully cleared brain fog in lupus patients during a 12-week trial, offering hope for the 80% of people with the disease who struggle with memory and focus. Researchers finally identified the biological cause and found a way to fix it.

Google News - Health Breakthrough2 min read
Arkansas Wins First SEC Tournament Title in 26 Years
SportsMar 16

Arkansas Wins First SEC Tournament Title in 26 Years

The Arkansas Razorbacks claimed their first SEC Tournament championship since 2000, defeating Vanderbilt 86-75 in Nashville. Tournament MVP Darius Acuff led the historic comeback with 30 points and 11 assists.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Scientists Find Cell Process That May Slow Aging
Health & WellnessFeb 21

Scientists Find Cell Process That May Slow Aging

Researchers discovered how cells naturally reorganize a key internal structure as we age, opening doors to potential treatments for age-related diseases. The breakthrough could help people live longer and healthier lives.

Google News - Technology3 min read
Alabama Mayor Survives Brain Bleed, Heads Back to Work
Health & WellnessMar 8

Alabama Mayor Survives Brain Bleed, Heads Back to Work

Sheffield Mayor Bryan Van Devender thought he had a migraine, but a series of fortunate events saved his life when an aneurysm caused a brain bleed. After two surgeries and weeks in intensive care, he's returning to office more motivated than ever.

Google: miracle recovery2 min read
18-Year-Old Astros Prospect Reunites With Family in Houston
Sports1d ago

18-Year-Old Astros Prospect Reunites With Family in Houston

After weeks of hard work launching his professional baseball career in Florida, Houston Astros draft pick Keon Johnson got a surprise family reunion at the ballpark. The 18-year-old infielder flew in from training to spend Sunday with his loved ones at Daikin Park.

Google: reunion family2 min read
LaGrange Scholars Win $180K in College Scholarships
Acts of KindnessMay 27

LaGrange Scholars Win $180K in College Scholarships

Ten outstanding Georgia high school seniors just scored full rides worth $18,000 each through a 61-year-old scholarship program that's now awarded over $7 million. The Hatton Lovejoy Scholarships will cover their college costs for four years at top universities.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
12-Year-Old Uses Make-A-Wish for 514 LEGO Sets for Sick Kids
Acts of KindnessApr 23

12-Year-Old Uses Make-A-Wish for 514 LEGO Sets for Sick Kids

When cancer survivor Ollie Faircloth got his Make-A-Wish, he didn't ask for a trip or toys for himself. Instead, the 12-year-old requested LEGO sets for other kids battling illness at the hospital where he was treated.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Coursera Launches TikTok-Style App for 90-Second Lessons
InnovationJun 3

Coursera Launches TikTok-Style App for 90-Second Lessons

Learning just got as addictive as social media. Coursera's new app Ollie turns university courses into 90-second videos you can watch while waiting in line at the grocery store.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read

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