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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017

ACHIEVEMENT Emory students win Fulbright grants for research, teaching around the world Emory University will send a dozen students and recent graduates across the globe in the coming year as part of the 2017 Fulbright U.S. Student Program, the flagship international exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government. IN MEMORIAM Creative writing professor remembered as caring leader, mentor A gifted writer of short stories and essays, Lynna Williams helped shape Emory's Creative Writing Program during its foundational years and leaves a legacy of dedication to students and colleagues. TEACHING MBA students learn, grow during West Coast Business Practice Immersion One week, two cities, 13 onsite corporate immersions: For students in Goizueta Business School's Modular MBA for Executives program, the West Coast Business Practice Immersion was a whirlwind of education and networking. HEALTH Child-friendly app gives young cancer patients a voice Research shows that adults most often report a child's symptoms, but their rating doesn't always reflect the child's experience. Emory's Janice Withycombe and her team designed a survey for the iPad that children with cancer can use to record how they are feeling. SUSTAINABILITY Emory honored in Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge Emory was the only college or university in the metro Atlanta region to receive this year's MVP designation, which recognizes participants that were not only top performers, but also champion advocates for the challenge. EVENTS Emory hosts journalism panel to kick off Decatur Book Festival NPR's Brooke Gladstone and other reporters and editors will discuss "Journalism in Our Current Environment" as Emory hosts the Sept. 1 keynote for the Decatur Book Festival. Tickets will be available starting Aug. 8. CONSTRUCTION Hundreds turn out for staff open house at new Emory University Hospital Tower More than 1,200 Emory employees and physicians got a sneak peek at the new Emory University Hospital Tower, learning about the detail, design and hard work that has gone into the building from start to near finish. The first two floors and the new underground parking deck opened Monday.

Take Note   Emory, Yerkes awarded 'Continued Full Accreditation' by AAALAC International Emory names new chief of cardiothoracic surgery Theater Emory announces 2017-2018 season, new artistic director Portion of Fishburne Drive closed for repaving through Aug. 5

Emory Insider: Resources   Commuting alternatives: Emory supports a variety of commuting options that can save you money on gas and parking, while also helping reduce traffic congestion and pollution. Learn about carpools, vanpools, shuttles, public transit, biking and more.

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Featured Events   Brainfood 101: Key Nutrients to Boost Your Mood Learn about important nutrients and superfood sources for a healthy brain and balanced mood. When: Aug. 3, 12:30 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free Understanding K-12 School Options in Metro Atlanta Get help sorting through the different educational opportunities available for elementary, middle and high school in Atlanta. When: Aug. 4, 11:30 a.m. Where: Oxford Road Building, Oxford Presentation Room Admission: Free Center for Faculty Development and Excellence Summer Teaching Intensive Seven modules over two days address timely issues in classroom management and teaching. When: Aug. 10, 9:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Jones Room Admission: Free

02 Aug. WaterHub Tour When: Aug. 2, 1:00 p.m. Where: WaterHub on Peavine Creek Drive Admission: Free   02 Aug. Compassion Meditation Group When: Aug. 2, 5:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Room 106 Admission: Free   03 Aug. Less Talk, More Action: Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Surgery When: Aug. 3, 7:00 a.m. Where: Emory University Hospital, Auditorium Admission: Free   03 Aug. Canvas 101 When: Aug. 3, 10:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314 Admission: Free   08 Aug. Canvas 101 When: Aug. 8, 1:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314 Admission: Free   09 Aug. Canvas 101 When: Aug. 9, 9:00 a.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314 Admission: Free   09 Aug. FileBridge Training by Access for Emory Healthcare Users When: Aug. 9, 10:00 a.m. Where: Whitehead Biomedical Research Building, Auditorium Admission: Free   09 Aug. Hands-on EndNote Session for the Beginner (Mac) When: Aug. 9, 12:00 p.m. Where: Health Sciences Center Library, E-classroom Admission: Free   09 Aug. Financial Wellness: Retirement and Estate Planning When: Aug. 9, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   09 Aug. WaterHub Tour When: Aug. 9, 1:00 p.m. Where: WaterHub on Peavine Creek Drive Admission: Free   09 Aug. Compassion Meditation Group When: Aug. 9, 5:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Room 106 Admission: Free   09 Aug. Sip, Shop and Support: Executive Women of Goizueta Annual Scholarship Fundraiser When: Aug. 9, 5:00 p.m. Where: Shops Around Lenox Admission: Free   10 Aug. Bringing Medicine and Engineering Together When: Aug. 10, 7:00 a.m. Where: Emory University Hospital, Auditorium Admission: Free   10 Aug. Saving for College When: Aug. 10, 12:00 p.m. Where: Goizueta Business School Admission: Free   10 Aug. Parenting Your Teen: Success in School When: Aug. 10, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   15 Aug. Parenting Your Child with Special Needs: Record Keeping When: Aug. 15, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   16 Aug. EndNote for the Beginner When: Aug. 16, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   16 Aug. Growing Through Grief: Accepting the New Normal When: Aug. 16, 12:00 p.m. Where: School of Nursing, Room 203 Admission: Free   16 Aug. Caregivers Network: Disaster Planning When: Aug. 16, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   17 Aug. Emory College of Arts and Sciences Staff Service Award When: Aug. 17, 3:30 p.m. Where: Atwood Hall, second floor Science Commons Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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