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For Students of Emory University Friday, Nov. 6, 2020

INSIGHT Faculty experts react to election results Emory's faculty experts weigh in on topics ranging from political polarization and economic impacts to finding a path forward and how Georgia could be a model for the nation. CAMPUS As voters and volunteers, Emory students engaged deeply with 2020 election Emory was among the nation’s top 10 colleges and universities to utilize TurboVote, a nonpartisan online platform that helps register, inform and educate voters. LEADERSHIP Emory president sends community message about election Emory President Gregory L. Fenves thanks Emory faculty, staff and students for their civic engagement throughout this election cycle. SUPPORT EmoryTogether Fund now accepting applications To help degree-seeking students experiencing financial hardship directly related to the impact of COVID-19, the EmoryTogether Fund is accepting applications for fall semester and winter break assistance. INSPIRATION Long road home The Emory Healthcare Veterans Program marks five years of helping heal the invisible wounds of military service. In recognition of Veterans Day, join the Emory community Nov. 11 for an online discussion with Emory alumni service members. ACHIEVEMENT QuestBridge partnership expands academic horizons for low-income students As a first-generation student, Julio Medina first came to Emory through the QuestBridge National College Match. Now a professor in the dance program, he helps current students find community and connection through Emory’s QuestBridge Scholars Network, one of the largest in the nation.

TAKE NOTE   Emory celebrates First-Gen Week with events Nov. 6-13 'Lift Every Voice' online seminar series Nov. 10 examines Reconstruction and its impact today Emory University Hospital reduces waste by eliminating plastic bags in retail cafes Mark your calendar for a free virtual concert from Third Coast Percussion on Nov. 13

EMORY CARES DAY   Show you care: While the official Emory Cares Day is Nov. 14, you can participate in service projects online throughout the month of November. With more than 70 projects available, whether you have all day or just a few minutes, there is an opportunity for you to serve communities near and far. These projects are open to all Emory students, faculty, staff and alumni, so find your project today.

PHOTO GALLERY   Halloween 2020: Pumpkin painting Students on the Atlanta campus expressed their Halloween creativity by painting pumpkins before the holiday. New members of the Student Programming Council planned the first-time event, held on McDonough Field. “We loved seeing all the students come paint,” says SPC member Ria Puri, a sophomore business major.

Veterans Day Events   "Bridging the Gap from Practice and Policy: Ensuring Quality Services for Veterans and Their Families" Learn about this important topic from Tamara Bonzanto, who leads the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection within the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and advises the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on accountability within the VA. When: Nov. 9, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required “Leading Through Crisis” This online program will open with a recorded ceremony on Emory’s Quadrangle honoring veterans. A live panel discussion will follow, with Emory alumni service members discussing what it means to lead through crisis, especially in 2020. When: Nov. 10, 11:00 a.m. Where: Online; Emory University Facebook live Admission: Free; registration required "Women Veterans: Race, Marginalization and Service" This program will feature a panel discussion and speaker BriGette McCoy, CEO and founder of Women Veteran Social Justice Network. McCoy also is a 2020 Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation Community Service Medal recipient and Army veteran of the Gulf War era. When: Nov. 11, 4:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required

ELECTION EVENTS

06 Nov. City of Decatur Anti-Racism Speaker Series with Andra Gillespie When: Nov. 6, 6:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   10 Nov. Doing the Work: Activism and Self-care When: Nov. 10, 6:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   12 Nov. Election Results Analysis with the Barkley Forum When: Nov. 12, 5:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   19 Nov. JWJI 2020 Election Forum: What Happened and Why? When: Nov. 19, 6:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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