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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018

SPECIAL FEATURE Meet Emory's Class of 2022 Carrying hopes and soaring expectations, along with mountains of trunks, boxes and suitcases, the largest first-year class in Emory University's history arrived on campus this week. Learn more about the Class of 2022, from demographics to student profiles, and experience Move-In Day through photos and video. HEALTH CARE Emory renames center Goizueta Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, enters next phase of research Emory has renamed its Alzheimer's Disease Research Center the Goizueta Alzheimer's Disease Research Center in recognition of the Goizueta Foundation's ongoing support toward developing treatment for the disease. TRANSIT Community encouraged to take MARTA survey to advocate for Clifton Corridor The Clifton Corridor Transit Initiative would bring four miles of light rail to the Emory area, improving access, reducing traffic and contributing to a healthier environment. MARTA is seeking feedback on proposed projects through an online survey until Friday, Aug. 31. RESEARCH Neuroscientists team with engineers to explore how the brain controls movement Through a collaboration with Georgia Tech engineering professor Muhannad Bakir, Emory biology professor Samuel Sober recently received a $200,000 award to create a device that will be used to potentially gain insights into neurological disorders that affect motor control. EVENTS Emory shines at the Decatur Book Festival A diverse slate of Emory faculty, staff and student authors will take the stage this weekend at the 2018 AJC Decatur Book Festival, set for Aug. 31 through Sept. 2 at multiple venues.

SUMMER STORIES   Take a look back at three engaging ways Emory students spent the summer. RESEARCH The plant hunters Journey deep into the pine forests of South Georgia as Emory ethnobotanist Cassandra Quave leads students in a search for secrets of ancient remedies that may benefit modern medicine. COMMUNITY Summer of service From teaching reading to refugees to drafting policy at City Hall, Emory students devoted their summer break to making an impact in Atlanta. ENTREPRENEURSHIP Energy innovators Meet three Emory students spending eight weeks in an English castle as they compete for the Hult Prize and $1 million to develop their device to help cope with climate change.

Take Note   Reminder: Nominate outstanding university staff for Award of Distinction by Aug. 30 Pitts Theology Library features exhibition on "Reading the Reformation through the Lens of Contemporary Theology" Discuss Lewis, Tolkien and Rowling in Great Works Seminar, beginning Sept. 6

Emory Insider: Perks   Emory Employee-Student Job Network: Hire Emory students on a part-time basis to help with tasks such as child care, pet care, house sitting, lawn care and more. Sign up for an account for this service exclusively for Emory faculty and staff.

In the News   Executive profiles: Emory President Claire E. Sterk Aug. 26 |  Claire E. Sterk |  Atlanta Business Chronicle Curbing the cost of chronic conditions Aug. 23 |  Kenneth Thorpe |  U.S. News and World Report Catholics are desperate for tangible reforms on clergy sex abuse Aug. 22 |  Susan Reynolds |  The Atlantic

Featured Events   Canvas Walk-in Help Drop by to get answers and get your semester started on the right foot. When: Aug. 29, 12:30 p.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Room 314 Admission: Free Men's Soccer: Emory vs. Hardin-Simmons University Emory, ranked eighth in the country by the United Soccer Coaches for NCAA Division III, opens the 2018 season in the annual Sonny Carter Invitational. When: Aug. 31, 7:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff PE Center Admission: Free

30 Aug. J.D. Martin Visiting Professorship Lecture: "Big Data: Promises and Pitfalls" When: Aug. 30, 7:00 a.m. Where: Emory University Hospital, Auditorium Admission: Free   30 Aug. Center for Women Ice Cream Open House When: Aug. 30, 12:00 p.m. Where: Cox Hall, 3rd Floor Admission: Free   30 Aug. Office of LGBT Life Open House When: Aug. 30, 4:00 p.m. Where: Alumni Memorial University Center, Suite 132 Admission: Free   30 Aug. Emory University Chorus Auditions When: Aug. 30, 6:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts Admission: Free   30 Aug. Guided Meditation with a Nun When: Aug. 30, 6:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Sanctuary Admission: Free   31 Aug. Volleyball: Emory vs. Whittier College When: Aug. 31, 7:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff PE Center Admission: Free   04 Sept. What's New In Canvas? When: Sept. 4, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   04 Sept. Academic Writing Workshop When: Sept. 4, 12:00 p.m. Where: Candler School of Theology, Rita Anne Rollins Building, Room 252 Admission: Free   04 Sept. Workshop: Intro to ArcGIS Desktop When: Sept. 4, 2:00 p.m. Where: Woodruff Library, Room 312 Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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