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For Students | |||
Thursday, March 6, 2025 | |||
Hi, Eagles,Today’s issue is full of accolades, starting with the newest Bobby Jones Scholars who will spend a year studying at the University of St Andrews after graduation. Congrats — and good luck! — to the men's basketball team as they head to another NCAA tournament. The first two rounds will be played at the WoodPEC, with the Eagles taking on Huntingdon Friday night. Kudos also go to Kimberly Belflower, assistant professor of dramatic writing, whose play “John Proctor is the Villain” debuts on Broadway later this month and will star Sadie Sink. Plus, see how campus is celebrating Women’s History Month, find out how to get a free U.S. passport, read about TEDxEmory talks and prepare for fun as the Atlanta Science Festival kicks off this weekend. And, last but not least, have a safe and enjoyable spring break! — The Emory Report Team |
This week’s stories |
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![]() Achievement 2025 Bobby Jones Scholars selected for study in ScotlandFour exceptional Emory College students representing academic achievement and passionate curiosity across the liberal arts and sciences will spend a year studying at the University of St Andrews as part of the prestigious Robert T. Jones Jr. Scholarship. |
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Campus
Women’s History Month features inspiring leaders, community fellowship
Throughout March, the university is celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting stories of inspiring women at Emory and beyond, having compelling conversations and providing opportunities for networking and fellowship. |
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Perspectives
TEDxEmory talks delve into ‘uncharted’ territory
The TEDxEmory talks were full of surprises, insights and inspiration. Rashmi Raveendran, the daughter of Sri Lankan refugees and a senior at Emory studying anthropology and quantitative sciences, spoke about cultivating empathy. |
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Discovery Atlanta Science Festival set to entertain, inspire and engage all agesAtlanta Science Festival returns March 8-22, with more than 100 events throughout the metro area, many led by the Emory community, inviting the public to join fun, interactive and educational experiences. |
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Opportunity Emory Global Engagement to hold spring 2025 Emory U.S. Passport Day eventThis spring, Emory faculty, staff and students can request an appointment for a first-time passport during the passport day event on the Atlanta campus on April 3. Learn more about how to schedule an appointment and what materials are needed. |
![]() Athletics Men’s basketball selected as NCAA tournament regional hostEmory’s men’s basketball team is headed back to the NCAA tournament and will host the opening rounds this weekend at the WoodPEC. Cheer on the Eagles at 6:50 p.m. tomorrow and, if they advance, again Saturday at 6:50 p.m. And remember, all Emory Athletics events are free to attend with your Emory student ID. |
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Reminder: Complete the Emory Well-being Survey today |
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All students are invited to participate in a survey on student health and well-being on campus. Your invaluable input will help shape the future and drive meaningful change to the systems that support student health and well-being at Emory. Check your email for the link by searching for “Student Health and Well-being.” The survey has been extended to March 9 so complete yours today. Learn more about the survey. |
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Calendar highlights |
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March |
Emory College First Fridays Lecture: "Aazhigaa nagliqtaaq: Amazing Grace" with Heidi Aklaseaq Senungetuk12:00 p.m. | Convocation Hall, Room 204 |
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Brews & BioME Coffee Chat2:00 p.m. | R. Randall Rollins Building, Dancing Goat |
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Emory Arts Club Workshop5:00 p.m. | Media, Literature and Arts Outreach (MLAO) House |
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Student Guided Tour: "Fantastic Beasts Across the Americas" with Fabian Gonzalez and "Wild Spirits: Animals in the Americas" with Von Stroud2:00 p.m. | Michael C. Carlos Museum, Level One Galleries |
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Student Guided Tour: "Maternity, Femininity and Cultural Power" with Mya Green and "Art in Conflict + Compromise" with Asmita Lehther2:00 p.m. | Michael C. Carlos Museum, Level One Galleries |
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JWJI Colloquium with Laura Helton, author of "Scattered and Fugitive Things: Collectors, Collecting and the Defiant History of Black Archives"12:00 p.m. | Robert W. Woodruff Library, Jones Room |
View the full Emory events calendar |
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Creativity
Recasting the 'Villain:' Emory playwright's play is Broadway bound
“Stranger Things” actor Sadie Sink will star in Kimberly Belflower’s acclaimed play, which draws parallels between the Salem witch trials and #MeToo. |
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