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For Students of Emory University Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017

UNIVERSITY Emory begins next strategic plan phase Emory University has embarked on the next phase of a strategic planning process designed to align the university's strengths and opportunities in advancing its vision and mission for the next decade. DISCOVERY Physicists show how lifeless particles can become 'life-like' by switching behaviors Emory physicists Justin Burton and Guram "Guga" Gogia show how a system of lifeless particles can become "life-like" by collectively switching back and forth between crystalline and fluid states -- even when the environment remains stable. IN CLASS Evidence-focused seminars ask first-year students, 'How do you know?' While almost all courses offered at Emory involve evidence, special evidence-focused seminars help first-year students learn to evaluate research, make informed decisions and become smart consumers of knowledge. COMMUNITY Program seeks to serve up American culture for Thanksgiving The Thanksgiving Partners Program is working to pair Emory faculty and international students to celebrate the holiday in an American home. Interested faculty and students may sign up by Nov. 17. CAMPUS New Emory policy seeks zero landfill waste Launching in January, Emory's new Campus Waste Management Policy will standardize recycling and compost bins, remove outdoor landfill trash containers and cease servicing of desk-side bins. Learn how you can help achieve the goal of zero landfill waste. INSIGHT Emory's 'Conversations with America' series continues with focus on opioid epidemic "Conversations with America" addresses national discord on issues such as immigration, public health and higher education. The next focus group is set for Wednesday, Nov. 15, in Wilmington, North Carolina. HEALTH DeKalb Medical and Emory Healthcare sign Letter of Intent to form strategic partnership DeKalb Medical and Emory Healthcare have signed a Letter of Intent that signals the beginning of the process to formulate a definitive agreement to bring the two health systems together under the Emory Healthcare system. The partnership would allow for continued growth and expansion of services to even better serve the community. LEADERSHIP Emory Board of Trustees elects new chair The Emory University Board of Trustees has elected business executive Robert C. Goddard III to serve as its new chair. Goddard succeeds John F. Morgan, who is retiring as chair after serving in the role since 2013. EVENTS Lying Conference to uncover truths about deception On Friday, scientists from psychology, neuroscience and anthropology -- along with a leading journalist, a theater director and a professional magician -- will discuss their insights into lying and deception at "The Lying Conference."

Photo Galleries   President Carter visits campus Students in history professor Tehila Sasson's course "Origins of Human Rights" had a special guest speaker last week: former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. As University Distinguished Professor, Carter regularly visits campus to share his insights. See more photos. Emory Cares International Day of Service Hundreds of Emory students, alumni, faculty and staff came together on Saturday, Nov. 11, for the annual Emory Cares International Day of Service, volunteering for dozens of projects in Atlanta and around the world. View more photos.

Take Note   Emory volleyball captures regional title, heads to NCAA Quarterfinals Emory men's soccer advances to NCAA Division III round of 16 Read the winners of Emory Libraries' 'Horror Haiku' contest Richard 'Bo' Adams named director of Pitts Theology Library Biology professor Ronald Calabrese honored by Society for Neuroscience

Emory Insider: Support   Resources to help you stop smoking: Thursday is the annual Great American Smokeout, started by the American Cancer Society. Emory's Office of Health Promotion offers a variety of tobacco cessation resources for students who are ready to kick the habit.

In The News   Georgia students say tax plan will hurt education Nov. 13 |  Claire E. Sterk, Vineet Tiruvadi, Elizabeth Minten |  Atlanta Journal-Constitution Head transplants: Sergio Canavero is about to perform the first human surgery -- and there's nothing to stop him Nov. 13 |  Karen Rommelfanger |  Newsweek Allegations against Roy Moore roil US evangelical ranks Nov. 11 |  Robert Franklin |  Associated Press

Featured Events   Emory's Holiday Blood Drive Emory's holiday blood drive continues Thursday until 4 p.m. Register for an appointment at redcrossblood.org (sponsor code "Emory"). When: Nov. 16, 11:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff PE Center, The Timeline Admission: Free Dissertation/Prospectus Writing Boot Camp Work on your dissertation for an entire day without distractions within a supportive community of writers. When: Nov. 18, 10:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Jones Room Admission: Free GlobeMed Zombie 5K Run through Lullwater Preserve avoiding ferocious zombies to raise funds for the Thailand Migrant Assistance Program. This event was rescheduled from Oct. 28 due to weather. When: Nov. 18, 10:00 a.m. Where: Student Activity and Academic Center Admission: $20

16 Nov. Generational Difference in Graduate Medical Education When: Nov. 16, 7:00 a.m. Where: Emory University Hospital, Auditorium Admission: Free   16 Nov. Submitting Your Electronic Dissertation/Thesis When: Nov. 16, 10:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314 Admission: Free   16 Nov. Make Your Own Treats at DOoly.I.Y. When: Nov. 16, 12:00 p.m. Where: Cox Bridge Admission: Free   16 Nov. Prospective Student Dinner and Panel Discussion: An Interfaith Conversation on Pope Francis' Call to Dialogue and Cooperation Among Faiths When: Nov. 16, 5:00 p.m. Where: Candler School of Theology, Cannon Formal Lounge, Room 202 Admission: Free   16 Nov. Reading: Journalist, professor and Pulitzer winner Hank Klibanoff When: Nov. 16, 6:30 p.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Jones Room Admission: Free   16 Nov. Dooley's Players: "Appropriate" by Branden Jacob-Jenkins When: Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. Where: Burlington Road Building Admission: Free   16 Nov. Emory Dance Company Fall Concert When: Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Dance Studio Admission: $15; $12 discount categories; $8 students   16 Nov. Film screening: "Ausangate" (2006) When: Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, Ackerman Hall Admission: Free   16 Nov. Irma Thomas, The Blind Boys of Alabama and The Preservation Hall Legacy Quintet When: Nov. 16, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall Admission: $55; $44 discount categories; $10 Emory students   17 Nov. Concert: Vijay Venkatesh, piano When: Nov. 17, 12:00 p.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, Ackerman Hall Admission: Free   17 Nov. Tour: Reformation Exhibition When: Nov. 17, 1:00 p.m. Where: Pitts Theology Library, Exhibition Gallery Admission: Free   17 Nov. Artin' it up in the AMUC When: Nov. 17, 5:00 p.m. Where: AMUC Admission: Free   17 Nov. Women's Basketball: Emory vs. Texas-Dallas When: Nov. 17, 6:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff PE Center, Gym Admission: Free   17 Nov. #KnowYourGoals Panel at Emory When: Nov. 17, 7:00 p.m. Where: Cox Hall Ballroom Admission: Free   17 Nov. Arts Club Lock-In When: Nov. 17, 7:00 p.m. Where: Visual Arts Building, Peavine Drive Admission: Free   17 Nov. Emory Chinese Theater Club: Neil Simon's "Plaza Suite" (English staged reading) When: Nov. 17, 7:00 p.m. Where: Rich Building, Rooms 201, 205, 210 Admission: Free   18 Nov. Latin Dance Workshop When: Nov. 18, 1:00 p.m. Where: Oxford College, Williams Hall Admission: Free   18 Nov. Men's Basketball: Oxford vs. Tennessee Wesleyan JV When: Nov. 18, 5:00 p.m. Where: Oxford College Admission: Free   18 Nov. Women's Basketball: Emory vs. Belhaven When: Nov. 18, 6:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff PE Center, Gym Admission: Free   18 Nov. Concert: Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir When: Nov. 18, 7:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel Admission: Free   18 Nov. Last Call! Coffeehouse Variety Night When: Nov. 18, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Theater Lab Admission: Free   18 Nov. Emory University Symphony Orchestra and Emory Wind Ensemble When: Nov. 18, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall Admission: Free   19 Nov. Mental Health and Well-Being Showcase When: Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m. Where: Woodruff Health Sciences Center Administration Building, Auditorium Admission: Free   20 Nov. JWJI Race and Difference Colloquium Series: "Barack Obama, Black Lives Matter and the Politics of Belonging" When: Nov. 20, 12:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff LIbrary, Jones Room Admission: Free   20 Nov. Men's Basketball: Oxford vs. Georgia Gwinnett College When: Nov. 20, 7:00 p.m. Where: Oxford College Admission: Free   21 Nov. Service of Thanksgiving: Voices of Hope choir from Arrendale State Prison When: Nov. 21, 11:05 a.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Sanctuary Admission: Free   21 Nov. Student Government Association free airport shuttles When: Nov. 21, 2:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff Circle Admission: Free   22 Nov. Student Government Association free airport shuttles When: Nov. 22, 5:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff Circle Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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