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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Tuesday, July 17, 2018

RESEARCH Evidence reveals our fractured African roots Anthropologists are challenging the long-held view that humans evolved from a single ancestral population in one region of Africa. Emory anthropologist Jessica Thompson is part of a scientific consortium that has found that human ancestors were diverse in form and culture and scattered across the continent. LEADERSHIP Why Emory embraces difficult conversations Emory has a responsibility to foster difficult conversations and teach students to question their biases and listen thoughtfully to viewpoints different from their own, President Claire E. Sterk explains in a new video. HEALTH Opioid epidemic fuels rise in infectious diseases Hospitalization for serious infections linked to opioid use quadrupled in the last decade. Researchers led by Emory's Carlos del Rio propose five action steps to target the problem. SUPPORT Emory's tobacco-free environment helps employees quit smoking Six years ago, Emory adopted a tobacco-free policy, significantly reducing tobacco use across campus. The university offers multiple resources, from webinars and counseling to free medications, for employees who want help quitting. RESOURCES Music & Media Library gives free access to DVDs, e-books and more Emory's Heilbrun Music & Media Library houses thousands of DVDs, CDs and audiobooks. Combined with the OverDrive system of downloadable e-books and audiobooks, it's a perfect source for free summer entertainment for staff, faculty and students. PERSPECTIVE Emory alumna channels restless spirit in podcast Emory College alumna Shelby Sanger hosts an adventure podcast that has gained national attention, including a sponsorship by REI.

Take Note   Emory names Katie Futcher head women's golf coach Register for CFDE's Summer Teaching Intensive, set for Aug. 9-10 Book by world evangelism professor Arun Jones honored for contribution to mission studies

Emory Insider: Perks   Make the most of the Emory Farmers Market: Register to join the Office of Sustainability Initiatives on Tuesday, July 31, at 12:15 p.m. for a free guided tour to learn more about the market, seasonal fruits and vegetables, ways to reduce food waste and the resources available through Healthy Emory.

In The News   One question that reopening the murder case of Emmett Till can't answer July 12 |  Hank Klibanoff |  CNN Hormone therapy poses stroke risk for transgender women July 9 |  Michael Goodman |  Reuters Out-of-pocket costs put HIV prevention drug out of reach for many at risk July 9 |  David Howard |  Washington Post

Featured Events   How to Choose the Best Senior Care Housing and In-Home Care Find out about the many different housing options and care facilities available to older loved ones and how to evaluate them. When: July 25, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free Canvas Assignments Learn how to create and grade assignments in Emory's Canvas learning management system. When: July 25, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free Emory Farmers Market Get 'em while it's hot: Purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at their flavor peaks. When: July 31, 11:00 a.m. Where: Cox Hall Bridge Admission: Free

18 July Walking group: Meet Me @ the Quad When: July 18, 7:30 a.m. Where: The Quad side of Candler Library Admission: Free   18 July Learning Services: Crucial Conversations, Part I When: July 18, 8:30 a.m. Where: 1599 Clifton Road Admission: $275 for both days   18 July WaterHub Tour When: July 18, 11:00 a.m. Where: Peavine Creek Drive Admission: Free   18 July Walking group: Meet Me @ the Tunnel When: July 18, 12:00 p.m. Where: Emory University Hospital, Tunnel Entrance   19 July Evening MBA Information Breakfast When: July 19, 7:45 a.m. Where: Goizueta Business School Admission: Free   19 July A Guide to Paying for College: Savings, Loans, Grants, Scholarships and Financial Aid When: July 19, 12:00 p.m. Where: Oxford Road Building, Oxford Presentation Room Admission: Free   22 July Lecture: Don Saliers on "Prayer in Word, Tradition and Practice" When: July 22, 9:45 a.m. Where: Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church Admission: Free   24 July Canvas 101 When: July 24, 10:00 a.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   24 July Understanding K-12 School Options in Metro Atlanta When: July 24, 12:00 p.m. Where: Oxford Road Building, Oxford Presentation Room Admission: Free   24 July Lecture: "A Balancing Act: Opioid Adherence in Black Cancer Patients Being Treated for Pain" When: July 24, 12:00 p.m. Where: Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Boardroom 400 Admission: Free   25 July Learning Services: Crucial Conversations, Part II When: July 25, 8:30 a.m. Where: 1599 Clifton Road Admission: $275 for both days   26 July Canvas 101 When: July 26, 2:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   26 July Meditation with a Nun When: July 26, 6:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Room 106 Admission: Free   29 July Lecture: Won Chul Shin on "Protesting Prayer" When: July 29, 9:45 a.m. Where: Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church Admission: Free   30 July Set Up Your Canvas Gradebook When: July 30, 1:30 p.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314 and online Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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