The Emory Global Health Institute will be lead partner in a new Gates Foundation-funded surveillance network that aims to prevent child mortality in developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and south Asia.
Acclaimed author Salman Rushdie, Emory's 2015 Commencement speaker, looks back on his years as University Distinguished Professor and Distinguished Writer in Residence.
Jovonna Jones has devoted countless hours to ensuring other students feel included and accepted at Emory through organizations like the Center for Women and the Black Student Union.
Through research and community service, Amanda Garcia-Williams has reached out to help others improve their physical and mental health, including extensive work on suicide prevention.
Kadiata Sy was 11 years old and spoke no English when her family moved to Atlanta. On Monday, she graduates from Emory as a Bobby Jones Scholar, one of the university's top undergraduate honors.
Kate Moran, who plans a career in international development, will be the first student to graduate with a major in Arabic Studies, a new degree option focused on Arabic language and culture.
Student Activity and Academic Center summer family memberships begin Friday, May 15, and continue through Labor Day. Swimming, cookouts, contests, summer fitness and more are available at a special rate for families of Emory faculty and staff.
