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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Wednesday, May 2, 2018

IMPACT Through Coursera, Emory faculty reach broad audiences around the world Coursera's online courses give people around the globe the chance to learn from Emory faculty about topics that highlight the university's commitment to helping humanity. Subjects include civil rights, understanding violence, examining addiction, responding to health emergencies, and more. COMMUNITY Emory ranked one of America's Best Employers by Forbes According to a newly released ranking from Forbes, Emory University has been ranked No. 39 out of 500 of America's Best Employers. DISCOVERY Physics of a glacial 'slushy' reveal granular forces on a massive scale Emory physicist Justin Burton and a team of researchers show that the laws for how granular materials flow apply even at the giant, geophysical scale of icebergs piling up in the ocean at the outlet of a glacier. INSIGHT Their hearts are in Havana: Oxford students take a revolutionary trip to Cuba Students in the Spanish class "Evolution of Revolution" recently visited Cuba to learn about the country's history and culture directly from its citizens. RESEARCH Spoonful of sugar helps infection detection To detect cardiac and orthopedic device infections early, Emory researchers have been exploiting the chemical properties of a sugar that is taken up by bacteria, but not mammalian cells. ENVIRONMENT Rollins researchers receive IBM grant to study impact of climate change on health Researchers at Rollins School of Public Health have received one of IBM's Climate Change and Environmental grants, which provide technology resources to assist research on climate change and environmental issues. SPORTS Emory to add women's golf as intercollegiate sport Emory will add women's golf to its list of varsity sports, beginning in the fall of 2019. The new team will bring the university's total to 19 athletic programs that compete at the NCAA Division III level.

Take Note   Volunteer to help with Chair Rodeo on May 9, Commencement on May 14 Emory dining facilities announce modified schedule May 1-11 for final exams Healthy Emory Connect now offers programs on emotional intelligence, mindfulness and yoga Rachel Patzer named director of Emory Health Services Research Center

Emory Insider: Support   Mental health resources: May is Mental Health Month. Emory's Faculty Staff Assistance Program offers a variety of emotional health resources, from online self-assessments and free consultations to individual and family counseling.

In The News   Playing football young may mean earlier cognitive, emotional problems April 30 |  Chad Hales |  CNN North Korea's secret Christians April 28 |  Helen Kim |  The Atlantic Autism prevalence jumps 16 percent, CDC says April 27 |  Catherine Rice |  Scientific American

Featured Events   Creativity Conversation with Rosemary Magee and Joe Crespino: "Atticus Finch: The Biography" Magee and history professor Crespino will discuss his new book, "Atticus Finch: The Biography," and Harper Lee's letters. A book signing will follow. When: May 3, 4:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Jones Room Admission: Free Atlanta Master Chorale: Music and the Civil War The Atlanta Master Chorale presents a concert in collaboration with the Atlanta History Center, with guest artist Tom Key. When: May 5, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall Admission: $30; $25 discount categories; $10 students

03 May Evening MBA Information Breakfast When: May 3, 7:45 a.m. Where: Goizueta Business School Admission: Free   05 May An Exploration of Catholic Art When: May 5, 7:00 p.m. Where: Glenn Memorial Auditorium Admission: $20   08 May Emory Farmers Market with Waste Outreach Education Table When: May 8, 11:00 a.m. Where: Cox Hall Bridge Admission: Free   09 May Webinar: "Wellness Matters: Understanding Why the Balanced Professional Gets Ahead" When: May 9, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   09 May Workshop: EndNote for the Beginner When: May 9, 4:00 p.m. Where: Grady Campus, Glenn Building, Grady Branch Library Admission: Free   09 May Emory Youth Symphony Orchestra When: May 9, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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