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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Tuesday, May 28, 2019

DISCOVERY Civil War plant medicines blast drug-resistant bacteria Studying a guide to plant remedies commissioned during the Civil War, Emory researcher Cassandra Quave finds that three plants have antimicrobial activity against dangerous species of drug-resistant bacteria associated with wound infections. LEADERSHIP Emory University names Mary Anne Bobinski dean of Emory Law Mary Anne Bobinski has been named dean of Emory University School of Law. She will assume the post in August 2019, becoming the first woman to serve in the role since the law school's founding in 1916. IMPACT Emory Healthcare Veterans Program celebrates expansion, doubling the number of veterans treated The Emory Healthcare Veterans Program is celebrating the opening of new patient treatment and office space and the expansion of its healthcare services for veterans. INNOVATION New Emory initiatives drive innovation in the basic sciences Emory has provided $5 million each to two priority research initiatives: "Biological Discovery through Chemical Innovation" and "From Molecular Pathogenesis to Global Pandemics." This initial financial support is considered seed funding, with the teams aiming to generate additional external funding. CAMPUS June: 10 things to do at Emory for under $10 June offers a quieter atmosphere on campus, with more time to enjoy events like the Emory Farmers Market's Peach Festival and more flexibility to fit fun activities like walking groups and art exhibits into your schedule. HONORS Udall Scholar combines environmental sustainability research with action Emory College student Katelyn Boisvert has been named a 2019 Udall Scholar for her dedication to sustainability and finding practical solutions to environmental concerns. She is Emory's third Udall winner in three years. SUSTAINABILITY Emory PATH construction begins Construction begins this week on the latest leg of Emory's joint project with Atlanta's PATH Foundation: two new bicycle-pedestrian pathways that will help link the South Peachtree Creek PATH trail system to the heart of campus.

Take Note   Lynda.com to become LinkedIn Learning with new courses and features Nominate candidates for three 2019 International Awards National LGBTQ Health Conference to be held at Emory May 31 through June 1 Support the Moultrie Momentum Campaign to raise money for farmworkers and their families

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In The News   The transformational power of how you talk about your life May 27 |  Robyn Fivush |  BBC Teen acne may have an upside: Better grades and more life success May 23 |  Hugo Mialon |  Today Show Emory one-of-a-kind stem cell study underway May 22 |  Ken Mautner and Paul Root Wolpe |  WAGA-TV

Featured Events   Compassion Meditation All are welcome at this weekly hour-long session of compassion meditation. When: May 29, 5:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Room 106 Admission: Free Emory Farmers Market Get seasonal, specialty and prepared foods at the Emory Farmer's Market, which runs every other Tuesday in the summer. When: June 4, 11:00 a.m. Where: Cox Bridge Admission: Free

29 May Emory Global Diabetes Research Center Seminar When: May 29, 12:00 p.m. Where: Claudia Nance Rollins Building, Room 6001 Admission: Free   30 May Guided Meditation When: May 30, 6:00 p.m. Where: Cannon Chapel, Room 106 Admission: Free   31 May Executive MPH Information Session: Emory University Employees When: May 31, 12:00 p.m. Where: Rollins School of Public Health Admission: Free   02 June Summer Lecture Series: Robert M. Franklin Jr. on "Moral Leadership and the Arc of Racial Healing and Justice" When: June 2, 9:45 a.m. Where: Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church, Ward Fellowship Hall; also live-streamed on Facebook Admission: Free   03 June Kirby Jackson Learning Series: Let's Talk About Mental Illness and Suicide When: June 3, 4:00 p.m. Where: Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Room P01 Admission: Free   05 June Webinar: Teaching Your Child Responsibility When: June 5, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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