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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Thursday, June 11, 2020

CAMPUS Emory announces plans for fall semester Students will return to Emory this fall for an on-campus experience that pairs the university’s acclaimed academic programs with extensive new safety protocols and an adjusted semester schedule with options for both in-person and online learning. LEADERSHIP Message from President Claire E. Sterk and President-elect Gregory L. Fenves President Sterk and President-elect Fenves discuss how the fall will bring “a different kind of semester, one filled with changes and choices, with new ways to connect and build relationships,” but will “still be a uniquely Emory experience.” INFORMATION New ‘Emory Forward’ website offers resources, updates The new Emory Forward website serves as a hub for information as the university community continues a phased-in return to campus. View videos, gain self-care tips and explore Emory’s detailed health and safety plan.

MORE NEWS   SUPPORT Emory community unites against racist violence From the Emory Quadrangle to hospitals to homes around the world, thousands of members of the Emory community came together to protest racist violence and recommit to working for a more just future. RECOGNITION 'Your Fantastic Mind' television series nominated for five Emmy Awards "Your Fantastic Mind," a television series partnership between the Emory Brain Health Center and Georgia Public Broadcasting, has been recognized with five Emmy nominations from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Southeast Chapter. RESEARCH Emory expert provides insight on pregnancy during the pandemic Denise Jamieson, whose research focuses on emerging infectious diseases during pregnancy, says much remains to be learned about the effects of coronavirus on pregnant women and their newborns.

TAKE NOTE   Need more work schedule flexibility this summer? Consider voluntary leave or reduced hours options Check out 10 easy ways to celebrate #PrideInPlace this month, from Emory's Office of LGBT Life Learn something new with summer classes from Emory Continuing Education

FEATURED EVENTS   Webinar: 'Emory Climate Talks' Learn from the founder of Cherry Street Energy how the built environment of the future will incorporate renewable power on every structure that can support it. When: June 17, 3:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration requested Webinar: 'Traveling in Light of COVID-19' Do you have cabin fever? Are you confused about travel restrictions? Henry Wu of the Travel Well Clinic at Emory shares advice on how travelers can protect themselves. When: June 18, 1:00 p.m. Where: Emory University Facebook Page Admission: Free; registration requested

EMORY IN THE NEWS   The biggest psychological experiment in history is running now June 9 |  Carol Worthman |  Scientific American 'Corporate America has failed black America' June 6 |  Dorothy Brown |  New York Times To win justice for George Floyd, we need the rage that abolished slavery June 5 |  Jericho Brown |  The Guardian

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