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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Thursday, June 16, 2022

UNIVERSITY President Fenves announces leadership changes In a message to faculty and staff, President Gregory L. Fenves discusses important leadership changes in the Office of the General Counsel, Emory Healthcare and Woodruff Health Sciences Center, and Communications and Marketing. David Stephens to serve as interim executive vice president for health affairs Dr. David S. Stephens will serve as Emory University’s interim executive vice president for health affairs beginning Sept. 1. In this role, he will be the senior executive for the Woodruff Health Sciences Center and will oversee the Emory Healthcare system strategy. Stephen Sencer to move on from general counsel role; Amy Adelman named interim leader After more than a decade as Emory’s chief legal officer, Stephen Sencer will leave the role Aug. 31. Amy Adelman, a deputy general counsel who has served the university for nearly 20 years, has been named interim general counsel. Luke Anderson selected as next vice president of communications and marketing Luke Anderson joins Emory on Aug. 15 as vice president of communications and marketing. He currently serves as associate vice president for communications and chief marketing officer at the University of Florida Foundation.

CONNECTIONS Video: Reflecting on Juneteenth On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation took effect, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that enslaved people were now free and the war was over. As Emory joins the nation in commemorating Juneteenth, community members reflect on the importance of the holiday.

CAPITOL UPDATE   Stay informed: Learn about Emory’s recent efforts in federal, state and local affairs from the Office of Government & Community Affairs newsletter, including a report on key budget items and legislation impacting Emory in the 2022 final session legislative report for Georgia.

EMORY IN THE NEWS   What to do if you keep testing positive for COVID — even after your symptoms are gone June 15 |  Wilbur Lam |  CNBC Weekly check-up: Dr. Susan Modesitt of Emory Healthcare May 22 |  Susan Modesitt  |  WSB-FM Weekly Check-up

FEATURED EVENTS   Free Day at the Carlos Museum for Juneteenth In honor of Juneteenth, bring family and friends to visit the Carlos Museum for free. Enjoy all the exhibits, including “Indigo Prayers: A Creation Story,” a series of paintings by local Atlanta artist Charmaine Minniefield inspired by her time spent searching for her grandmother's ancestral lines in West Africa. When: June 19, 12:00 p.m. Where: Michael C. Carlos Museum Admission: Free Emory Pride Month Celebration Emory’s Pride Month recognition will culminate with a carnival-themed celebration. If you’re on campus, the entire Emory community is invited to come and enjoy food, games and giveaways. When: June 30, 4:00 p.m. Where: Cox Hall Bridge Admission: Free; registration required

28 June Webinar: "Battling Burnout" When: June 28, 12:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   28 June Webinar: "Teaching Kids about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion" When: June 28, 3:00 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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