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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Thursday, April 8, 2021

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HONORS Emory professors awarded 2021 Guggenheim Fellowships Emory University professors Laura Otis, Katherine Young and Tayari Jones have been awarded 2021 Guggenheim Fellowships to support their groundbreaking research. RESOURCES April 8 COVID-19 Community Update: Progression to “yellow” status Emory moved from “orange” to “yellow” operating status on April 5. Read the latest from Amir St. Clair, associate vice president and executive director of COVID-19 response and recovery, and watch the town hall. SUPPORT Rollins gift to establish urgent care center for Winship cancer patients Funded by a multi-million dollar gift, Winship Cancer Institute will establish an immediate care facility to bridge the gap between cancer centers and emergency rooms. The Rollins Immediate Care Center is expected to open in spring 2022. WELLNESS FSAP launches two new programs to help with stress management Discover new ways to reduce stress through virtual programs launching later this month for university employees: mindfulness practice and using new tools to combat anxiety. CREATIVITY Students have ‘Conversations With Eggs’ in Emory Arts virtual zine Emory Arts teams up with undergraduate curators to launch “Conversations With Eggs,” a digital arts zine spotlighting Emory’s creative community.

EMORY'S OPERATING STATUS   Operating status now "yellow": Emory University's operating status has moved from "orange" to "yellow." The new status allows for more activities, while still requiring strict adherence to COVID-19 prevention measures. Learn more here.

TAKE NOTE   Task Force on Untold Stories and Disenfranchised Populations issues report Watch the latest Facebook Live Q&A about how Emory is continuing to protect students, faculty and staff amidst COVID-19 Submit a proposal to teach a university course in spring 2022; deadline is April 23

EMORY IN THE NEWS   What will the easing of restrictions mean for businesses and the pandemic? April 7 |  Bob Bednarczyk |  Atlanta Journal-Constitution What scattered vaccination records mean for COVID-19 immunity 'passports' April 6 |  Walter Orenstein |  CNN Vaccine cheat days are adding up April 4 |  Kenneth Carter |  The Atlantic

EVENTS   Candler Concert Series: Camille Thomas, Cello Franco-Belgian cellist Camille Thomas blends a brilliant command of her instrument with a rare musicality. Her recital program with pianist Julien Brocal features selections from her recently released album, “Voice of Hope.” When: April 9, 8:00 p.m. Where: Schwartz Center Virtual Stage Admission: Free; registration required Panel Discussion: "Reflections and Resiliency: The Future of American Democracy in 2021" Faculty experts from Emory College of Arts and Sciences and Emory Law will contextualize tumultuous events from the past six months and the path ahead that preserves democracy through the lenses of history, law and policy — with a focus on resiliency. When: April 13, 6:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required

13 April Emory Climate Talks: Conversation with Asmeret Berhe When: April 13, 10:00 a.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   14 April Emory Community Conversation: "The Evolution to Latinx" When: April 14, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   15 April Conscious Conversations: "Sexual Violence Prevention and Support" When: April 15, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   15 April Discussion: Might Could: "Stories of Innovation in the ATL" When: April 15, 1:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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