Releases
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Religious bias still hurdle for presidential candidates, study shows
²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ by ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ and Claremont political scientists show a significant number of American voters remain biased against Mormons and other religious minorities. Read MoreJun 2, 2011
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Weather sirens to be tested June 4
The monthly test of the ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ outdoor warning sirens will be Saturday, June 4, immediately following the monthly test of the Metro sirens at noon. Read MoreJun 2, 2011
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Stamping out low cost nanodevices
A team of ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ engineers have developed a rapid and low-cost imprinting process that can stamp out a variety of devices that have unique optical, electrical, chemical and mechanical properties. Read MoreMay 31, 2011
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An expensive abuse of justice? Why current habeas corpus must be reformed
The legal safeguard habeas corpus is being used in ways it was never intended, resulting in a costly waste of scarce legal resources and taxpayer dollars, according to two researchers who have studied thousands of habeas cases. Read MoreMay 31, 2011
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Trial tests novel treatment for heart failure patients
A new implantable device currently being studied gives heart failure patients the ability to monitor their heart and take action when their condition begins to worsen. Read MoreMay 27, 2011
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Why people with schizophrenia may have trouble reading social cues
Impairments in a brain area involved in social perception may help explain why individuals with schizophrenia have trouble reading social cues. Read MoreMay 24, 2011
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LOCATION CHANGE: Family Night with the Nashville Symphony will be at Ingram Hall
(²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University/Daniel DuBois) ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Family Night with The Nashville Symphony Tuesday, May 24, 2011 • 6 p.m. Due to the strong possibility of additional rain this afternoon, the annual concert on the Lawn has been moved indoors to Ingram Hall at Blair School of Music. Ingram Hall… Read MoreMay 24, 2011
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Bacterial protein found in yogurt may alleviate inflammatory bowel disorders
A protein isolated from beneficial bacteria found in yogurt and dairy products could offer a new, oral therapeutic option for inflammatory bowel disorders. Read MoreMay 23, 2011
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Teacher compensation ‘incredibly inefficient,’ new research finds
New research from the National Center on Performance Incentives at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University’s Peabody College finds teacher salaries have significant consequences on school staffing and workforce quality. Read MoreMay 18, 2011
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Participants sought for study on aging in Down syndrome
²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ researchers hope to uncover the mysteries of early aging in Down syndrome through a new study at the ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ Kennedy Center. Read MoreMay 17, 2011
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Powerful NMR magnet a boon to research at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University
²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University’s acquisition of a 900 megahertz nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometer will accelerate studies on cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. Read MoreMay 13, 2011
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Listen: Robin Jensen on Early Christian Baptism
Listen to an interview with Robin Jensen, Luce Chancellor’s Professor of the History of Christian Art and Worship. This is part of a series of interviews with ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University Divinity School faculty. Interviewed by Chris Benda, Divinity School librarian. … Read MoreMay 13, 2011
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Commencement moved to Memorial Gym
Commencement 2010 (Anne Rayner/²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ) Commencement is being moved to Memorial Gym located on campus at 25th Avenue South. Because of severe weather conditions the university has determined that it is unsafe to hold the ceremony on Alumni Lawn. The event remains on schedule. Shuttles will be… Read MoreMay 13, 2011
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Commencement set for May 13 at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University
Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos will deliver the traditional Commencement address at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University in a ceremony beginning 9 a.m. on Alumni Lawn. Read MoreMay 12, 2011
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Power and AC to be out to several buildings on May 15
(²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University/Daniel DuBois) On Sunday, May 15, Plant Operations will perform electrical power maintenance on campus between the hours of 4 a.m. and 6 p.m. Some buildings on campus will not have power or air conditioning during this time. The outage does not affect the baseball game with the… Read MoreMay 12, 2011
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Commencement parking update
Photo by iStockPhotos Faculty and staff are asked to help make as many parking spaces available for visitors during Commencement on May 13. Here’s how you can help, by zone: Zone 3 Parkers Please do not park in the 25th Avenue Garage. Please use the… Read MoreMay 11, 2011
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Nobel Peace Prize winner to speak during ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ’s Senior Day May 12
Wangari Maathai, the 2004 recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize and founder of the environmentally conscious Green Belt Movement, will receive ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ University’s prestigious Nichols-Chancellor’s Medal Thursday, May 12, when she will address graduating seniors and their families during Senior Day. Read MoreMay 10, 2011
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Expert on 75th anniversary of Gone With the Wind
Michael Kreyling, a scholar of Southern literature at ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ, is available to discuss the pros and cons of the much-debated American classic by Margaret Mitchell. Read MoreMay 10, 2011
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Volunteers needed to help Alabama storm victims May 7-8
Members of the ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ community are invited to help Alabama storm victims May 7-8. Read MoreMay 5, 2011
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Could bacterial hitchhikers influence formation of new host species?
²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ researchers are exploring what role, if any, bacteria play in environmental diversity, with the aim of answering one of biology's most fundamental questions. Read MoreMay 5, 2011