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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018

HEALTH Power and precision: Emory Proton Therapy Center officially opens With the opening of the Emory Proton Therapy Center, a first in Georgia and one of fewer than 30 in the nation, Winship Cancer Institute adds a powerful radiation therapy option to its broad array of cancer-fighting tools. COMMUNITY John Bugge, co-founder of Emory Emeritus College, remembered for warmth, leadership English professor emeritus John Bugge, known for supporting both students and fellow faculty members, will be remembered at a public memorial service on Saturday, Dec. 8, in Emory's Cannon Chapel. INNOVATION No bleeding required: anemia detection via smartphone Biomedical engineers have developed a smartphone app with the aim of non-invasive detection of anemia. Instead of a blood test, the app uses photos of someone's fingernails taken on a smartphone to determine the level of hemoglobin in their blood. TEACHING Punk is alive and well, thanks to Emory class and Rose archives The Rose Library's punk collection inspired instructor Joseph Fritsch to offer a "Punk's Not Dead" expository writing class this semester, giving students an opportunity to enhance their writing while learning about punk's history and culture. EVENTS December: 10 things to do for $10 or less With the end of the semester nearing, take advantage of a variety of campus events, from holiday celebrations to an opportunity to relax and unwind with guided meditation.

EMORY INSIDER   Be ready for winter weather: Know the multiple ways to stay informed about possible closings and delays at Emory in the event of severe weather conditions. With winter on its way, here is a reminder of the university's inclement weather procedures and policies.

TAKE NOTE   Emory email will display a new security reminder on messages from external senders Shinn Ko elected vice president for nonprofit dedicated to international education Faculty books sought for Feast of Words celebration by Dec. 17 Applications for Business Practice Improvement Scholars Program open for 2019

In The News   Human migration is a pressing public health issue, report says Dec. 5 |  Judith Lupo Wold |  CNN Smartphone app could screen for anemia Dec. 5 |  Wilbur Lam |  Reuters 10 standout books with Georgia ties that you might have missed in 2018 Dec. 4 |  Joseph Crespino |  Atlanta Magazine

Featured Events   Concert: Vega String Quartet Pianist Andrew Bayles and soprano Caitlin Andrews Bayles join the Vega String Quartet to perform music by Respighi, Villa-Lobos and more. When: Dec. 7, 12:00 p.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, Ackerman Hall Admission: Free A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols An Emory tradition since 1935, this candlelit service of choral music and scripture readings by special guests from the Emory community will be repeated Dec. 8. When: Dec. 7, 8:00 p.m. Where: Glenn Memorial Auditorium Admission: $20; $5 Emory students Emory Farmers Market Take advantage of the last market of the calendar year with fresh and organic foods, prepared foods and treats for the holidays. When: Dec. 11, 11:00 a.m. Where: Cox Bridge Admission: Free

07 Dec. WaterHub Tour When: Dec. 7, 9:30 a.m. Where: WaterHub at Peavine Drive Admission: Free   07 Dec. Carlos Museum Bookshop Holiday Sale When: Dec. 7, 10:00 a.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum Admission: 20 percent discount   07 Dec. Lecture: "Human-Centered Algorithms for Assessing Deviant Mental Health in Online Communities" When: Dec. 7, 3:00 p.m. Where: Mathematics and Science Center, Room W201 Admission: Free   07 Dec. Workshop: How to Use Garden Herbs When: Dec. 7, 5:00 p.m. Where: Cox Hall, Food Court Admission: Free   08 Dec. Emory Gamelan Concert: Infinite Hope When: Dec. 8, 5:00 p.m. Where: Performing Arts Studio Admission: $10; free for students   09 Dec. Dance: Fieldwork Showcase When: Dec. 9, 5:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Dance Studio Admission: $7   10 Dec. Humanizing Bioethics Art Cafe When: Dec. 10, 2:00 p.m. Where: Center for Ethics, Room 102 Admission: Free   11 Dec. Advent Service: Carols in the Chapel When: Dec. 11, 11:05 a.m. Where: Cannon Chapel Sanctuary Admission: Free   11 Dec. Alumnae and Women of Emory Holiday Cookie Exchange When: Dec. 11, 7:00 p.m. Where: Oxford Road Building Admission: Free; bring cookies or other treats to share   13 Dec. Debunking Radiology Myths When: Dec. 13, 7:00 a.m. Where: Emory University Hospital, Auditorium Admission: Free   13 Dec. Designing a Continuing Writing Class When: Dec. 13, 2:30 p.m. Where: Callaway Memorial Center, Room N301 Admission: Free   13 Dec. Guided Meditation When: Dec. 13, 6:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Room 106 Admission: Free   15 Dec. Christmas with Atlanta Master Chorale When: Dec. 15, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall Admission: $35, $10 all students   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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