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ENGAGEMENT From tiny seeds communities flourish Thanks to a community grant from Emory's HERCULES Exposome Research Center, low-income West-side Atlanta residents have been planting food gardens in their yards. It is only one of several community outreach projects the center has funded in Atlanta. COMMUNITY Emory Healthcare Call Center honors a colleague with heart screening When Michelle Martin, a team lead at the Emory Healthcare Call Center, suffered a fatal heart attack during a work break, her co-workers were devastated. Emory doctors and staff stepped forward to arrange heart screenings for all call center employees, who turned out to be at high risk for heart disease. INSIGHT Crane's 'Eating Ethically' draws inspiration from Emory classroom Jonathan K. Crane, Raymond F. Schinazi Scholar in Bioethics and Jewish Thought at Emory's Center for Ethics, uses philosophy, physiology and theology to explore contemporary eating habits in his latest book, "Eating Ethically: Religion and Science for a Better Diet." RESEARCH Goldwater Rule 'gagging' psychiatrists no longer relevant, analysis finds Rationale for the Goldwater Rule -- which prohibits psychiatrists from publicly commenting on the mental health of public figures -- doesn't hold up to current scientific scrutiny, finds a new analysis led by psychology professor Scott Lilienfeld. INNOVATION Have skull drill, will travel "Anthropological genetics is a huge and growing field," says Kendra Sirak. The Emory graduate student has developed a specialized technique for drilling into ancient skulls to remove DNA samples.

Emory Insider: Weather   Stay informed if weather turns severe: In the event of severe weather conditions, the university may announce delays or cancellations of normal campus activities. With winter approaching, take time to review how you can stay informed about possible closings and delays.

Take Note   Campus Life Dean Ajay Nair named president of Arcadia University Campus dining facilities announce special hours through Dec. 13 Textbook library seeks donations for students with financial hardships

Photo Gallery   Beam-signing for new Campus Life Center As construction continues on Emory's new Campus Life Center, students had the opportunity Dec. 5 to have their messages and signatures become a permanent part of the new campus landmark. See more photos.

In The News   Jerusalem is sacred place for Jews, Muslims, Christians Dec. 6 |  New York Times |  Deanna Ferree Womack A mental trick to help you deal with rude people this holiday season Dec. 6 |  Rachel Hershenberg |  NBC News A little deja vu as Atlanta mayoral runoff splits voters Dec. 6 |  Andra Gillespie |  Washington Post

Featured Events   Christmas with the Atlanta Master Chorale Enjoy the Atlanta Master Chorale as they sing toward a sense of peace and togetherness. A second performance is Sunday, Dec. 10, at 4 p.m. When: Dec. 9, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall Admission: $35; $30 discount categories; $10 students Financial Wellness: Documents for Life Get an overview of what documents are needed to build a sound financial base. When: Dec. 13, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free Men's Basketball: Emory vs. Guilford Cheer on the Eagles as they take on the Guilford College Quakers in a post-finals, mid-December contest. When: Dec. 16, 2:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff PE Center, Gym Admission: Free

07 Dec. Executive MPH Program Webinar When: Dec. 7, 5:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   07 Dec. Center for AIDS Research: Three Talks on Virology and Molecular Biomarkers Core When: Dec. 7, 5:45 p.m. Where: Claudia Nance Rollins Building, Room 1000 Admission: Free   08 Dec. 6th Atlanta Workshop on International Economics When: Dec. 8, 9:15 a.m. Where: Emory Conference Center and Hotel Admission: Free   08 Dec. Seminar: "Medical Expenditures for Cardiovascular Diseases Associated with Physical Inactivity among U.S. Adults" When: Dec. 8, 12:00 p.m. Where: Claudia Nance Rollins Building, Room 1051 Admission: Free   10 Dec. Advent Lessons and Carols When: Dec. 10, 11:00 a.m. Where: Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church Admission: Free   10 Dec. Santa's Favorite Chamber Music When: Dec. 10, 4:00 p.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, Ackerman Hall Admission: Free   11 Dec. Exhibition: "Religion of the Heart: John Wesley and the Legacy of Methodism in America" When: Dec. 11, 8:00 a.m. Where: Pitts Theology Library, Exhibition Hall Admission: Free   11 Dec. Evening MBA Insight Night: Open House When: Dec. 11, 6:30 p.m. Where: Goizueta Business School Admission: Free   13 Dec. Talk: "Trajectories in Child Health, Nutrition and Development" When: Dec. 13, 12:00 p.m. Where: Claudia Nance Rollins Building, Room 1000 Admission: Free   14 Dec. Emory Haiti Alliance: June 2017 Surgical Trip Report When: Dec. 14, 6:30 a.m. Where: Emory University Hospital, Auditorium Admission: Free   14 Dec. Parenting Your Teen: Giving Back When: Dec. 14, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   15 Dec. Carlos Reads YA! "Popol Vuh: A Sacred Book of the Maya" When: Dec. 15, 6:00 p.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum, Tate Room Admission: $15 for Carlos Museum members; $20 for non-members, includes the cost of book. For ages 13-18.   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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