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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
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SPECIAL FEATURE
Science on stage
Theater Emory's "4:48" promises to be a frenetic yet focused showcase of new works inspired by the human microbiome, performed July 14 at the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts.

 

PERSPECTIVE
Kavanaugh would join one of the most divided Supreme Courts ever, says Emory law scholar
The nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to fill Justice Anthony Kennedy's slot on the U.S. Supreme Court comes at one of the most divided times in the court's history, says Robert Schapiro, Emory's Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Law.

 

RESEARCH
Human behavior in operating rooms parallels primate patterns
A team led by an Emory researcher who customarily studies nonhuman primate behavior has found that humans working in operating rooms follow the same general primate patterns related to hierarchy and gender.

 

SUSTAINABILITY
Emory's WaterHub earns 2018 IDEA Innovation Award
Emory has been recognized by the International District Energy Association (IDEA) with the 2018 IDEA Innovation Award for the WaterHub, an award-winning facility that reclaims and reuses campus wastewater.

 

RESOURCES
Emory librarians bring home books, insight from global buying trips
Emory librarians on the International Area Studies team have traveled to Spain, Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, China, India and Japan over the last year to purchase books for collections used by students and faculty.

 

BENEFITS
Wellness champions use CSAs to creatively promote healthy eating
Healthy Emory provides free Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) boxes to wellness champions across the university to support Operation: Eat Right, Emory's latest health challenge.

INSIGHT
Emory trip explores issues common to South Africa, U.S.
Students, faculty, staff and alumni traveled to South Africa for the 2018 Journeys of Reconciliation trip, an immersive experience that examines the root causes of conflict while building bridges around the world.
 
Take Note
 
Alumni panel explores ways to increase female leaders
Alumni panel explores ways to increase female leaders

Youth Theological Institute turns 25, launches fourth crowdfunding campaign
Youth Theological Institute turns 25, launches fourth crowdfunding campaign

Emory Law's Holbrook offers analysis of Supreme Court's Masterpiece Cakeshop decision
Emory Law's Holbrook offers analysis of Supreme Court's Masterpiece Cakeshop decision
 
Emory Insider: Amenities
 
Emory Insider

 

Charge your electric car: Don't worry about running out of juice. Level II electric vehicle charging stations powered by ChargePoint are located in the Clairmont Tower and Peavine II parking decks at Emory and in the Fleming parking lot on the Oxford College campus. You can pay by credit card or ChargePoint pre-paid card.
 
In The News
 
The centrist heavenly chorus is way off key

 

The centrist heavenly chorus is way off key
July 4 |  Alan Abramowitz |  Washington Post

Plan to amend biopiracy rules would 'smother research,' biologists warn

 

Plan to amend biopiracy rules would 'smother research,' biologists warn
July 3 |  Cassandra Quave |  Science

With Start:ME, Emory looks to connect Atlanta's minority communities with startup know-how

 

With Start:ME, Emory looks to connect Atlanta's minority communities with startup know-how
July 3 |  Goizueta Business School |  Atlanta Magazine
 
Featured Events
 
Emory Farmers Market Tour

 

Emory Farmers Market Tour
Join this tour to learn about what the Emory Farmers Market has to offer and how you can shop there to eat more nutritious foods and reduce food waste.
When: July 17, 11:45 a.m.
Where: Cox Hall Bridge, outside clock tower
Admission: Free
A Guide to Paying for College: Savings, Loans, Grants, Scholarships and Financial Aid

 

A Guide to Paying for College: Savings, Loans, Grants, Scholarships and Financial Aid
Get guidance to understand terms you will encounter when navigating the financial aid process for your child.
When: July 19, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Oxford Road Building, Oxford Presentation Room
Admission: Free
 Canvas 101

 

Canvas 101
Get the 411 on how to set up your course navigation, use communication tools, add course content, create and grade assignments and more.
When: July 24, 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online; also July 26 at 2 p.m.
Admission: Free
 
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July
 
Walking group: Meet Me @ the Quad
When: July 11, 7:30 a.m.
Where: The Quad side of Candler Library
Admission: Free
 
11
July
 
WaterHub Tour
When: July 11, 11:00 a.m.
Where: Peavine Creek Drive
Admission: Free
 
11
July
 
Walking group: Meet Me @ the Tunnel
When: July 11, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Emory University Hospital, Tunnel Entrance
Admission: Free
 
11
July
 
Webinar: Rejuvenate Your Career
When: July 11, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Online
Admission: Free
 
14
July
 
Annual speed-writing challenge: "4:48 X 2018"
When: July 14, 4:00 p.m.
Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Theater Lab
Admission: Free
 
15
July
 
Lecture: Steven J. Kraftchick on "Paul's Pastoral Prayers"
When: July 15, 9:45 a.m.
Where: Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church
Admission: Free
 
17
July
 
Emory Farmers Market
When: July 17, 11:00 a.m.
Where: Cox Hall Bridge
Admission: Free
 
18
July
 
Learning Services: Crucial Conversations, Part I
When: July 18, 8:30 a.m.
Where: 1599 Clifton Road
Admission: $275 for both days
 
19
July
 
Learning Services: Crucial Conversations, Part II
When: July 19, 8:30 a.m.
Where: 1599 Clifton Road
Admission: $275 for both days
 
22
July
 
Lecture: Don Saliers on "Prayer in Word, Tradition and Practice"
When: July 22, 9:45 a.m.
Where: Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church
Admission: Free
 
24
July
 
Understanding K-12 School Options in Metro Atlanta
When: July 24, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Oxford Road Building, Oxford Presentation Room
Admission: Free
 
25
July
 
Canvas Assignments
When: July 25, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Online
Admission: Free
 
25
July
 
How to Choose the Best Senior Care Housing and In-Home Care
When: July 25, 12:00 p.m.
Where: Online
Admission: Free
 
30
July
 
Set Up Your Canvas Gradebook
When: July 30, 1:30 p.m.
Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314 and online
Admission: Free
 
 
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