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For Students of Emory University Wednesday, April 15, 2020

CLASSROOM COVID-19 in class: Lessons from the pandemic Courses across Emory have pivoted to examine COVID-19 as a real-time learning experience. Whether discussing crisis management, studying effects on air pollution, hearing from health care providers or collecting supplies to support them, students are learning extraordinary lessons in an extraordinary time. CAMPUS Virtual Community Hub helps keep students connected Connect with new and old friends through the new Emory Virtual Community Hub. Tap into virtual events and activities, admire (or submit) art and share your Spotify playlist. Plus, document this time by writing a “Note to Self” that will be sent back to you next year. SUPPORT Join Emory for virtual Denim Day on April 22 The Emory community will show support for ending sexual violence by wearing denim on April 22. Although the event will be virtual, participants can still share their photos on social media. EDUCATION Classes that click: Population health For Dara Suschke, transitioning to remote learning has meant learning lessons in flexibility that will benefit her as a nurse. For professor Quyen Phan, it meant supplementing hands-on clinical training with comparable virtual activities. “Classes that Click” explores how Emory is adapting to remote learning. LITERATURE 'Pandemic Poetry' provides connection in the chaos The arts have long been seen as a way to find meaning amid chaos, and today's circumstances are no different. Members of Emory's English department are sharing their perspectives through "Pandemic Poetry" submissions on social media. CREATIVITY Emory Global Health Institute launches contest for children’s book to explain COVID-19 The Emory Global Health Institute has launched a children's ebook competition to help address questions children have about the pandemic and the behavior changes that have come with it. Submissions are due by April 29. ENVIRONMENT Emory scientists working with NASA to map air pollution and its impact on health How can data from outer space be used to impact human health? Public health researchers at Emory are participating in a NASA mission seeking answers to that question.

FOCUS ON COVID-19   BREAKTHROUGH Emory develops blood test to determine antibody-responses to COVID-19 Emory scientists have developed a sensitive and specific diagnostic antibody blood test that will help determine antibody responses in people who have been infected by COVID-19. RESEARCH New antiviral drug discovered at Emory offers hope for COVID-19 treatment Scientists are hopeful that a new drug called EIDD-2801 could change the way doctors treat COVID-19. The drug shows promise in reducing lung damage and has finished testing in mice. It will soon move to human clinical trials.

COVID-19 UPDATES   Coronavirus and our community: Emory is closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak to protect students, faculty, staff and visitors. See the latest coronavirus updates, including answers to frequently asked questions and resources if you need support.

TAKE NOTE   Register for the Undergraduate Research Programs' virtual symposium by April 17 Contribute your reflections to the multifaith baccalaureate video by April 17 Tune in to the 'Break the Cycle of Health Disparities' virtual conference on April 20 Goizueta students named to '100 Best and Brightest Business Majors for 2020' by Poets and Quants

FEATURED EVENTS   Artist Talk with Manjari Sharma Make yourself a cup of chai and join artist Manjari Sharma as she discusses her large-scale photographs of Hindu deities that are featured in the exhibition “Transcendent Deities of India: The Everyday Occurrence of the Divine.” When: April 16, 11:30 a.m. Where: Zoom or Facebook Live Admission: Free Piano Concert to Benefit Emory DRIVE Enjoy performances by some of Emory’s piano students and donate to Emory’s DRIVE fund for EIDD-2801, an antiviral compound that shows promise as a potential treatment for COVID-19. When: April 17, 10:30 a.m. Where: Facebook Live Admission: Free to listen; donations to DRIVE welcome Workshop: "Social Distancing Is Not Social Isolation" Come learn about specific tools focused on enhancing your social well-being while physically distant. When: April 17, 2:00 p.m. Where: Zoom Admission: Free; RSVP requested Workshop: "Virtually Mindful" Join Emory's mindfulness community whether you're looking for new ways to improve your well-being or are a seasoned practitioner. When: April 21, 1:30 p.m. Where: Zoom Admission: Free

EMORY EXPERTS ON COVID-19   Experience with Ebola helps Atlanta hospital handle coronavirus April 13 |  Jonathan S. Lewin |  The Today Show COVID-19 has inflamed racism against Asian-Americans. Here's how to fight back. April 11 |  Emily Liu |  CNN Animal studies give hope to a future where a pill could prevent COVID-19 infection April 10 |  George Painter |  ABC News This is exactly how to wear a homemade mask safely April 10 |  Marybeth Sexton |  Self The farm-to-table connection comes undone April 9 |  Mindy Goldstein |  New York Times

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