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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Tuesday, March 9, 2021

IMPACT 'Fighting for my family' For Emory researcher and physician Zanthia Wiley, the fight against COVID-19 health disparities is deeply personal. Learn more about Wiley and her work in the new series "I am an Emory Researcher." GOVERNMENT Capitol Update: Election reform bills in the Georgia General Assembly Emory is concerned about current proposals to limit voting access in Georgia. The university endorses efforts to increase voter participation and eliminate unnecessary obstacles for eligible voters to cast their ballots. RECOGNITION Three Emory hospitals named in list of World’s Best Hospitals 2021 According to Newsweek’s list of “The World’s Best Hospitals 2021,” Emory University Hospital ranked No. 1 in Georgia, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital ranked No. 2 and Emory Johns Creek Hospital ranked No. 3. Each hospital also ranked nationally. RESEARCH COVID-19 antibody study shows prevalence of infection in U.S. In a first-of-its-kind nationwide survey, Emory researchers found that one in eight residents of the United States — more than 39 million people — had been infected with SARS-CoV-2 by the end of October 2020. COMMUNITY 'Science always prevails' as Atlanta Science Festival returns March 13-27 The Atlanta Science Festival returns with more than 80 events, including virtual and physically distanced activities — all aimed to educate, engage and entertain all ages. Emory faculty and students will headline events ranging from discussions of COVID-19 vaccines to a “Drive-In Demo Show” of chemistry in action.

COVID-19 Community Update   Vaccine distribution plan: Emory has rolled out a new process to help facilitate vaccine distribution for those who became eligible March 8. Read the latest from Amir St. Clair, executive director of COVID-19 response and recovery, and watch the community town hall.

CAMPUS NEWS   LITERATURE U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo to give free reading online Joy Harjo, the first Native American U.S. poet laureate, will read her poems at an online event hosted by the Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library on Saturday, March 20. OBSERVANCE Emory celebrates Women’s History Month 2021 Renee Montgomery, co-owner of the Atlanta Dream and former WNBA player, will be the featured speaker at “Beyond the Games: Black Women in Sports Past, Present and Future” on March 18. Read about other events. LEADERSHIP The Roberto C. Goizueta Business & Society Institute launches to enhance social impact Goizueta Business School marks the next phase of its social impact initiatives with a new institute dedicated to transforming business to solve society’s most pressing challenges, including inequality and climate change.

TAKE NOTE   Proposal submissions for 2021 EGHI Faculty Seed Grants are being accepted; apply by April 1 Watch last week's Facebook Live discussion on COVID-19 and returning to sports

EMORY IN THE NEWS   COVID-19 is especially deadly for adults with Down syndrome, but many can't get a vaccine shot March 8 |  Anke Huels |  USA Today Study: No partisan benefit from mail voting in 2020 election March 5 |  Alan Abramowitz |  Associated Press Can I choose which COVID-19 vaccine I get? March 5 |  Marybeth Sexton |  Today Show

EVENTS   Webinar: "Classical Music in the Time of Black Lives Matter" with Morris Robinson Opera singer Morris Robinson, a frequent speaker on race in classical music, will explore the past, present and future of race and equity in classical music with vocal instructor Maria Clark. A student Q&A session facilitated by Candy Tate of the Center for Creativity and Arts will follow. When: March 10, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required Discussion: "Might Could: Stories of Innovation in the ATL" with Karen Cashion This new series from The Hatchery, Emory Center for Innovation, features conversations with innovation thought leaders and disruptors in nonprofits, higher education and industry who are making Atlanta a city of the future. Karen Cashion, CEO of Tech Alpharetta, will speak. When: March 11, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required Emory President Gregory L. Fenves: First Address In his first address to the university community, Emory President Gregory L. Fenves will speak on the unprecedented journey we’ve undertaken during the past year, our bright future as a university and how we can build on our rich legacy of excellence and impact. When: March 23, 3:00 p.m. Where: Emory.edu home page Admission: Free

10 March Midweek Musical Reflections When: March 10, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   11 March Panel Discussion: "Black Women, Community and Black Church" When: March 11, 5:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   11 March Presentation: "Million Dollar Hoods Project" When: March 11, 6:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   11 March Wondrous Worlds Lecture: "The Rumi Prescription" with Melody Moezzi When: March 11, 7:30 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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