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For Students | |||
Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 | |||
Hi, Eagles!Campus is already filling back up and we have tons of great stories to share. Find out what makes pre-orientation programs so popular among new incoming students — and see photos from when they moved in on Monday. Get the scoop on top things to know for fall semester, find out who the Ideas Festival keynote speaker will be and take a peek at the new Cox Hall Food Market. Plus, keep scrolling to add upcoming events to your calendar, learn what some of your fellow students did over summer break and more. See you soon, Eagles! |
This week’s stories |
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See how pre-orientation students began settling in on campus
Roughly half the undergraduate Class of 2029 on Emory’s Atlanta campus is participating in pre-orientation programs and International Student Welcome this week. View photos from Monday, when they arrived ready to begin their time as Emory Eagles. |
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Experience
Pre-orientation programs build foundation for incoming Eagles
Many of Emory’s newest students are diving headfirst into making friends and exploring opportunities through a variety of pre-orientation programs and International Student Welcome before classes commence. |
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Campus Eight great things to know for Emory’s fall semesterWith the new academic year just around the corner, here are eight things you should know before fall semester begins. |
![]() Tradition Weeks of Welcome events nurture students’ connection to Emory communityWeeks of Welcome 2025, spanning the first six weeks of fall semester, features events and programs with opportunities for new and returning students to engage with their peers and learn about recognized student organizations. |
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Connections Summer Social builds community with International Student and Scholar ServicesInternational Student and Scholar Services organized its second annual Summer Social to provide both incoming and returning students with a fun opportunity to continue building community. |
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Event Ideas Festival Emory returns Oct. 18 with Rosanne Cash keynoteSet on the Oxford College campus, the second-annual festival will feature Grammy-winning performer and writer Rosanne Cash. More than 30 other scientists, scholars, musicians, filmmakers and other creative minds will also share their wisdom during the day. |
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New Cox Hall Food Market, other campus dining enhancements await Emory community this fall
The new Cox Hall Food Market and other dining upgrades this fall feature enhanced facilities, offer increased menu options, and promise more enjoyable on-campus mealtimes than ever for members of the Emory community. |
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Celebrate College Colors Day |
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Get ready to show your school spirit and Emory pride by celebrating College Colors Day on Aug. 29 — and even get the chance to win prizes. Here’s how: From Aug. 25-28: Submit a photo of yourself wearing Emory’s colors to the university’s Instagram (@emoryuniversity) via direct message. Three people who submit photos will win a prize from the Emory Bookstore. From now through Sept. 5: Use the promo code Spirit25 to receive a 10% discount for in-store and online purchases of select items at the Emory Bookstore and Gilbert Bookstore. Aug. 29: It’s College Colors Day! Wear your favorite Emory University and Oxford College gear, head to the College Colors Day Festival and cheer on the Eagles at soccer and volleyball games. Find out more and get ready to celebrate the fall sports season! |
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Upcoming events |
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August |
Emory Gate Crossing + Coke Toast10:00 a.m. | Emory Gate and Quad |
August |
Emory Farmers Market11:00 a.m. | McDonough Plaza |
August |
Student Sustainability Showcase12:00 p.m. | McDonough Field |
August |
College Colors Day Festival5:00 p.m. | Woodruff PE Center |
August |
Impact Day of Service9:00 a.m. | Emory Student Center |
September |
Fall Student Involvement Fair8:00 p.m. | McDonough Field |
Be prepared for move-in traffic on campus |
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It’s almost time to kick off a new academic year! Undergraduate classes begin Wednesday, Aug. 27, so please plan for heavier traffic on the following days: Atlanta Campus Saturday, Aug. 23: Move-in for new students not participating in pre-orientation programs Oxford Campus Friday, Aug. 22: Move-in for new students |
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Perspective
Ethics in action: Servant Leadership Summer interns learn to lead with purpose
Student interns in the Emory Center for Ethics’ Servant Leadership Summer program gain real-world experience in principled approaches to nonprofit leadership. |
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