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Christopher L. Augostini named Emory’s 22nd president

Christopher L. Augostini, Emory’s current executive vice president and chief operating officer, has been elected by a unanimous vote of the Board of Trustees to serve as the university’s 22nd president. He will take office Sept. 1.

Arts & Culture

Staff Fest 2026 fills the Quad with laughter, games and community

University employees celebrated the end of the academic year with Staff Fest last Friday. View photos of the fun — from hula hoops and other games to simply enjoying a beautiful afternoon on the Quad — and find out who won the volleyball and Chalk the Quad competitions.

Academic Innovation

Hashem Dezhbakhsh reflects on what makes Emory special

From guiding students toward their personal and academic goals to fostering a strong, supportive community, Emory economics professor Hashem Dezhbakhsh’s impact reaches far beyond the classroom. Discover how he’s inspired generations of students and found his professional home at Emory.

Student Experience

Emory names Keiko Price Carter vice president and dean of Campus Life

Keiko Price Carter will begin her role as vice president for student engagement and dean of Campus Life on July 1. She has extensive leadership experience within the division, including serving as the interim dean since November 2025.