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For Students of Emory University Wednesday, July 20, 2016

COMMUNITY Interfaith vigil honors Emory students killed in terrorist attack The Emory community filled Cannon Chapel to capacity to remember students Abinta Kabir and Faraaz Hossain, who were killed in the Dhaka terrorist attack. Speakers described the two friends as "true servant leaders" whose legacy will continue on campus. TRIBUTE 'We will forever carry on their legacy' As Emory continues to mourn the loss of Abinta Kabir and Faraaz Hossain, friends and professors reflect on their kindness, intelligence, generosity and leadership. RESOURCES Support available to those stressed by world events Those in the Emory community struggling with the stress of recent national and international events related to violence, terrorism and social unrest can find resources to help on campus. CONSTRUCTION New, two-story pedestrian bridge to span Clifton Road A two-story pedestrian bridge will rise over Clifton Road as Emory University Hospital continues progress on its new, state-of-the-art hospital tower. The bridge will be constructed in the center lanes and lifted into place this week, causing traffic delays. PUBLIC HEALTH Why Zika risk is low for Olympic athletes in Rio Uriel Kitron, chair of Emory's Department of Environmental Sciences, explains why the risk of catching the Zika virus is low for Olympic athletes headed for Rio in August. COMMITMENT Emory sets sustainability goals for the next decade The new Sustainability Vision and Strategic Plan calls for Emory to model innovative, sustainable choices at every level, "from the copy room to the operating room, from the classroom to the residence hall." INSIGHT Global Connections trip brings civil rights movement alive A group of students and professors from Oxford College hit the road earlier this summer to learn the history and lessons of the U.S. civil rights movement. NUTRITION Foods derived from subsidized commodities associated with diabetes and heart disease risk Higher consumption of foods derived from currently-subsidized commodities is associated with higher risks of diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to a new study by researchers at Rollins School of Public Health. BIOLOGY A disease that makes us love cats? Documented human cases of toxoplasmosis go back as far as ancient Egypt. Evolutionary biologist Jaap de Roode worked with TED-ED to create a video about the disease, which is caused by a parasite that can only reproduce in the intestines of cats. PROFILE Kendra Sirak: Combining anthropology and genetics to study ancient DNA Kendra Sirak, a PhD candidate in anthropology in the Laney Graduate School, is working in Ireland, testing the DNA of people ranging from medieval Nubians to an ancient Chinese specimen to an Irish rebel.

Take Note   Three Emory track and field athletes earn prestigious NCAA Postgraduate Scholarships Exhibit on Erasmus and the Bible opens at Pitts Theology Library NIH awards Emory-led team $2.6 million to develop new data collection technology African entrepreneurs visit Goizueta for inspiration, training New study sheds light on how some survive Ebola

Emory Insider   Discounts on summer fun: If you plan to visit popular attractions like Six Flags Over Georgia, White Water or the Georgia Aquarium this summer, be sure to check out what's for sale at the ticket and information desk in the Dobbs University Center (DUC) to learn about discounts available to Emory students, faculty and staff.

In The News   Ethics education: A national imperative July 14 |  James Wagner |  Education Week Emory study finds Patriots have NFL's best fans July 12 |  Michael Lewis |  Sports Illustrated Why the South is the epicenter of the AIDS crisis in America July 12 |  Carlos del Rio and Wendy Armstrong |  PBS News Hour For U.S. leaders, confronting China is a dangerous game July 12 |  Tonio Andrade |  Washington Post

"Each of us will face crucial bioethical decisions in our lives -- how to make difficult treatment choices when diagnosed with illness, how best to care for a sick or elderly loved one, or whether to adopt cutting-edge technologies to detect a genetic disorder or treat a neurological disease. Bioethics education prepares young people to tackle these tough questions." James Wagner, Education Week, July 14, 2016

Featured Events   Sand Mandala Closing Ceremony Learn about the sand mandala of Green Tara before its ceremonial destruction. When: July 24, 2:00 p.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, third floor galleries Admission: Free Emory Farmers Market: Ice Cream Social Honeysuckle Gelato brings its Southern-inspired flavors to this month's market, which continues until 3 p.m. When: July 26, 11:00 a.m. Where: Cox Hall Bridge Admission: Free Canvas Boot Camp This workshop is the first in a series to prepare users for the transition to Emory's new learning management system. When: Aug. 1, 10:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff Library Room 314 Admission: Free

21 July The Power of One: Presentation by LaMar S. McGinnis Jr. When: July 21, 7:00 a.m. Where: Emory University Hospital Auditorium Admission: Free   30 July New plays by The Theatere: 4 X 48' When: July 30, 7:00 p.m. Where: Rich Building, Room 210 Admission: Free   02 Aug. Visiting Scholar Presentation: Biomarkers and microbiome in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders When: Aug. 2, 12:00 p.m. Where: School of Nursing Boardroom Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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