Releases
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Scientific literature overstates psychotherapy’s effectiveness in treating depression
New analysis shows that the scientific literature paints an overly rosy picture of the efficacy of psychotherapy for depression comparable to the bias previously found in reports of treatments with antidepressant drugs. Read MoreSep 30, 2015
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Media Advisory: Pre-K panel is Sept. 24
A panel discussion will continue the discourse on prekindergarten issues facing policymakers. Read MoreSep 22, 2015
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Open borders – not giant wall – is best solution for immigration issue
Calling the notion of an immense wall between Mexico and the United States “nonsense,” a Ƶ professor in his new book makes the case for open borders between the two countries. Read MoreSep 16, 2015
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Holley-Bockelmann named director of Fisk-Ƶ Master’s-to-Ph.D. Bridge Program
Kelly Holley-Bockelmann, associate professor of physics and astronomy, has been named director of the Fisk-Ƶ Master’s-to-Ph.D. Bridge Program, College of Arts and Science Dean Lauren Benton announced. Read MoreSep 14, 2015
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TIPSHEET: Pope Francis’ values to impact U.S. trip, says Ƶ professor
Ƶ Divinity Professor Bruce Morrill, who is a Jesuit priest, can discuss expectations surrounding the highly anticipated U.S. visit of Pope Francis Sept. 22-27. Read MoreSep 2, 2015
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A VU Inside: Professor explores caves for clues to climate change
VIDEO» For Ƶ Assistant Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences Jessica Oster, getting data means getting dirty. Oster and her team are collecting mineral deposits deep inside caves to find clues to climate change. Read MoreSep 1, 2015
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Tennessean: TN teachers happier with evaluations; testing a burden
The annual educator survey shares new insights on how Tennessee teachers feel about their work as educators. Read MoreAug 27, 2015
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Eight Ƶ researchers named ‘Inspiring Women in STEM’
The award honors highly accomplished women working in science, technology, engineering or mathematics who have made a positive impact on the trajectories of other women thinking about or newly embarking on STEM careers. Read MoreAug 17, 2015
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TIP SHEET: Ƶ experts available for back-to-school stories
Topics range from pre-K to post-secondary education. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Genotyping project to be an ‘engine of discovery’
Ƶ University researchers next month will launch a major initiative to acquire “dense genotypes” from 100,000 individuals whose medical histories are known. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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TIP SHEET: Country music expert can comment on death of Billy Sherrill
Peter Cooper of Ƶ's Blair School of Music and the Country Music Hall of Fame can comment on the death of producer Billy Sherrill Read MoreAug 4, 2015
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TIP SHEET: Mental health and society expert can comment on Holmes sentence
Jonathan Metzl of Ƶ University can comment on the sentencing of Colorado theater shooter James Holmes. Read MoreAug 3, 2015
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Summer 2015 Staff
The Peabody Reflector is published twice annually by Ƶ Peabody College of education and human development in cooperation with Ƶ University News and Communications, 110 21st Ave. S., Suite 802, Nashville, TN 37203. It is produced by Ƶ’s Creative Services and Printing Services, and University Web Communications… Read MoreJul 15, 2015
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Campus News
Happy 220th, George! Students celebrate George Peabody’s birthday On Feb. 18, 2015, George Peabody would have turned 220 years old. The Dean’s office hosted a party at which more than 350 students, faculty and staff gathered to celebrate. They enjoyed cupcakes and took photos with a life-size… Read MoreJul 15, 2015
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Awards and Honors
‘U.S News’ rankings announced Peabody College was ranked the No. 3 education school in the nation, tied with Stanford University, by U.S. News & World Report. Peabody’s Educational Administration and Supervision program, as well as the Special Education program were ranked No. 1 in the nation; and the Education Policy… Read MoreJul 15, 2015
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Ƶ News
(iStock Photo) Common Core math should include ‘pattern abstraction’ Identifying a pattern of colors or shapes and replicating it with different colors or shapes—also known as pattern abstraction—should be included in Common Core—according to a study by Bethany Rittle-Johnson, associate professor of psychology. This seemingly simple learning… Read MoreJul 15, 2015
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Mind Reader
Peabody is partnering with faculty across VU to understand how the brain works differently in those who have difficulty reading. Read MoreJul 15, 2015
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Inquiring Minds
The School for Science and Math at Ƶ is a unique research-centered learning experience for MNPS high schoolers. Read MoreJul 15, 2015
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From the Dean, Summer 2015
Peabody College is a research powerhouse, yet undergraduate education remains at the heart of the college’s mission. Read MoreJul 15, 2015
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Almost Like Kismet
Tony and Anita Gotto's passion for supporting the art of teaching was a perfect match for Peabody's Dale Farran. Read MoreJul 15, 2015