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For Students of Emory University Thursday, July 2, 2020

LEGACY Emory alum makes ‘Good Trouble’ with new John Lewis documentary Alumnus Ben Arnon helped produce one of the summer’s most-anticipated documentaries, "Good Trouble," a celebration of legendary civil rights activist and longtime U.S. Rep. John Lewis, who has deep ties to Emory. The film debuts July 3 on video on demand. CONNECTIONS From video games to movies, course underlines classical stories playing out on our screens Elements from ancient Greek and Roman myth and culture abound in today’s movies, comics and other media. “Ancient Worlds, Modern Media” shows students how to look for these references and discern what they represent. RESOURCES Emory libraries reopen on appointment-only basis effective July 6 Emory libraries will open July 6 for appointment-only, in-person research and services for Emory graduate students and faculty members. Virtual library services remain available to serve the majority of users' needs, with everything from digital downloads to video consultations and online chats. RESEARCH Inaugural global bidirectional grants awarded at Emory The university has awarded seven grants to researchers studying ways to improve health outcomes for Atlanta’s at-risk immigrant population. The initiative will harness the expertise of faculty working with underserved populations around the world and bring it to Atlanta. COLLABORATION New program brings arts and social justice to classes across campus Through the new Emory Arts and Social Justice Fellows program, Emory students and faculty will collaborate with Atlanta artists this fall to explore racial injustice and other inequities, leading to creative projects intended to spark conversations on campus and in the wider community. SCIENCE World Zoonoses Day: 'We have to act now to avoid even bigger catastrophes' World Zoonoses Day, July 6, spotlights diseases caused by germs that spread between animals and people. “The primary risks for future spillover of zoonotic diseases are deforestation of tropical environments and large-scale industrial farming of animals,” says Emory disease ecologist Thomas Gillespie.

EMORY INSIDER   Stay informed: The new Emory Forward website serves as a hub for information and resources as the university community continues a phased-in return to campus. Visit regularly to view videos, gain self-care tips and explore Emory’s detailed health and safety plan.

TAKE NOTE   Learn about Cherry Street Energy, Emory's partner for bringing renewable solar energy to Druid Hills campus Emory, Georgia Tech participate in six-year exercise research study Emory physicians represent nearly half of 2020 'Top Doctors' list

FEATURED EVENTS   Webinar: 'Emory Explores: LGBT Community, Resilience and Action' Join us for an intimate conversation about the LGBT movement and how we go from bystanders to upstanders, from allies to advocates and move from awareness to action. When: July 7, 5:00 p.m. Where: Facebook Live Admission: Free; registration requested Webinar: 'Defunding the Police: What Is It and What Does it Mean for Us?' In this guided conversation with Emory experts, get basic information on what the phrase "defund the police" means and the possible implications of the strategies associated with this call. When: July 8, 4:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration needed

EMORY IN THE NEWS   Emory experts urge Georgia leaders to require face masks July 1 |  Jonathan Lewin and Carlos del Rio |  Atlanta Journal-Constitution An enduring coronavirus mystery: Why do only some get sick? June 29 |  Marybeth Sexton |  NBC News The race to find a COVID-19 vaccine June 28 |  Nadine Rouphael  |  CBS Sunday Morning Opinion: The need to fix Georgia’s broken elections systems June 27 |  Alan Abramowitz |  Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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