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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020

HONORS Emory PhD graduate receives 2020 MacArthur Fellowship Tressie McMillan Cottom, a Laney Graduate School alumna, has received a prestigious 2020 MacArthur Fellowship in recognition of her work to shape discourse on issues related to race, gender, education and digital technology. RESOURCES Emory expands access to free, anytime health services for all students Whether on campus or off, all Emory students can now gain support through Emory Student Telehealth, which provides free, 24/7 access to licensed medical and mental health professionals. Learn how to help students access this care. RESEARCH Immune cell activation in severe COVID-19 resembles lupus In severe cases of COVID-19, an exuberant activation of antibody-producing cells resembles that seen in systemic lupus erythematosus. SUPPORT Virtual Winship 5k draws thousands of participants The 2020 Winship Win the Fight 5k annual race/walk concluded a week of virtual activities on Oct. 3, raising more than $650,000 to date for cancer research. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 4. HEALTH 'Your Fantastic Mind' shares stories of second chances The Oct. 7 episode of “Your Fantastic Mind” highlighted stories of second chances. Emory played an important part in helping a young mother with a rare brain cyst, a woman misdiagnosed for a decade and adults with autism gaining independence. ACHIEVEMENT Emory student receives fellowship grant for humanities work Emory junior Annie Li has received a fellowship grant for her work on the university’s Stories from the Pandemic website. The site collects and publishes stories about experiences related to COVID-19.

Take Note   Watch Theater Emory's online production of 'The White Plague' through Oct. 11 Nominate an outstanding individual to receive an honorary degree at Commencement; submit by Nov. 2 Be sure to get a flu vaccine this year; here are your options

EMORY INSIDER   Annual reviews: Year-end performance reviews for Emory University employees are due by Monday, Oct. 12, unless your division established a separate date. Sign into Self-Service/ PeopleSoft to access the forms (click on "Performance Management" and then "My Current Documents").

Featured Events   Virtual Concert: Beethoven Violin and Cello Sonatas The Beethoven 2020 celebration continues with the Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta (ECMSA) performing Beethoven’s Cello Sonata No. 4 and Violin Sonata No. 8. Part of the Cooke Noontime Concert Series. When: Oct. 9, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free Panel: "McGirt v. Oklahoma: Understanding the Implications of the Recent Supreme Court Decision Across Native America" In celebration of Indigenous Peoples' Day, Emory professor Craig Womack (Creek) chairs a virtual panel discussion that explores the implications of the decision regarding the Creek Nation for Oklahoma tribal nations and other parts of Indian Country. When: Oct. 12, 4:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free Webinar: "Why Compassion Matters Today and Tomorrow" Hear internationally known psychologist Daniel Goleman, author of “Emotional Intelligence” and co-founder of the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning, an organization that has helped integrate emotional literacy into schools worldwide. When: Oct. 13, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required Lecture: "Revolutionary Love: See No Stranger" Valarie Kaur – Sikh activist, filmmaker and civil rights lawyer – shares her belief in hope and revolutionary love as described in her new book, "See No Stranger: A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love." This Oxford Studies event is open to all Emory students, faculty and staff. When: Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required

Emory In The News   Tricks to enjoy Halloween treats safely amid the coronavirus pandemic Oct. 7 |  Colleen Kraft |  WXIA 11 Alive Mark your calendars for our newest civic holiday: Vote Early Day, Oct. 24, 2020 Oct. 6 |  Richard Donner |  Forbes Emory sewage plant and Marietta caterer among honorees for clean water work Oct. 6 |  Emory WaterHub |  WABE 90.1 FM

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