Black History Month; student novelist; things to do

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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University

Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022

LITERATURE

Student’s debut novel showcases young Black Muslim women’s voices

Laila Sabreen has quietly been working on fiction projects while pursuing additional undergraduate research and community service. Her first novel, “You Truly Assumed,” comes out today.

WELLNESS

The new Healthy Emory Connect is now available

The updated version of the Healthy Emory Connect platform has launched, giving employees the tools you need to take better control of your health journey.

COMMUNITY

Patient awaiting heart transplant gets visit from baseball’s greatest prize

A 43-year-old man from Columbus, Georgia, who is on the wait list for a heart transplant at Emory University Hospital, received a World Series-sized surprise.

RESEARCH

Monkeys’ atypical social behaviors may provide insights into autism genetics

As in humans, spontaneous social behaviors of free-ranging juvenile rhesus macaques display significant genetic influences, or heritability. This exploratory study opens new avenues for research on the genetics of autism-related behavior.

INSPIRATION

Gift honoring Lawson endows cancer research professorship at Winship

Winship Cancer Institute has received a $1.5 million gift from longtime volunteer and philanthropist Brenda Nease to establish the David H. Lawson Professorship in Cancer Research in honor of one of Winship’s most eminent physicians.

IMPACT

Emory celebrates Black History Month

This year’s Black History Month events explore health and wellness, arts, sports, politics and social justice through compelling speakers, panel discussions and community conversations. Most events are virtual.

FREE BOOSTER CLINIC

Get boosted: Emory University is partnering with CVS to offer an on-campus COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m. Faculty and staff can receive doses one or two of the COVID-19 vaccine or the COVID-19 booster shot for free. Space is limited and appointments are required. Learn more and sign up.

TAKE NOTE

Enjoy workshops and performances during CompFest 2022 this weekend

Join the grand re-opening of Blomeyer Health Fitness Center with activities Feb. 14-16; learn more

Nominate a student for the 2022 Marion Luther Brittain Award by Feb. 18

Award of Distinction nominations are open through Feb. 28; learn more

EMORY IN THE NEWS

Double agents in global health

Feb. 6 | Boghuma Kabisen Titanji | Forbes

'It was a special experience': Emory student reflects on time in Beijing before Olympics

Feb. 4 | Michael Cerny and Hong Li | WXIA 11 Alive

A 'highly virulent' HIV strain is 'no cause for alarm,' scientists say

Feb. 1 | Eric Hunter | NBC News

FEATURED EVENTS

Concert: The Bach Bowl

This annual one-hour concert before the Super Bowl will get you in the mood for the big game with two of Bach's most imaginative and engaging works: the Brandenburg Concerti (no. 2 and no. 4) as well as a solo by Jens Korndörfer on the magnificent Wortsman memorial organ. Trumpeter Stuart Stephenson, flutist Christina Smith, the Vega Quartet and more also perform.

When: Feb. 13, 4:00 p.m.

Where: Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall

Admission: Free; tickets required

Webinar: "Lift Our Happiness!" with Ann Park

Learn how to lift your happiness levels, especially during these challenging times. Drawing on clinical experience, scientifically proven techniques and mindful practices, alumna Ann Park will guide participants through four practical steps to increase your daily dose of happiness. Bring a laptop/pen/paper to write with and wear something comfortable for a simple, but impactful, exercise. Hosted by the Emory Alumni Association.

When: Feb. 14, 12:00 p.m.

Where: Online