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For Faculty and Staff of Emory University Tuesday, June 28, 2022

CONNECTIONS Robust community engagement will inform design of twin memorials During spring semester, 18 community-listening sessions gathered input about the twin memorials that will honor enslaved individuals and their descendants who lived and worked on Emory’s original campus at Oxford College. Having two memorials is a means of articulating and interconnecting the shared histories of the Atlanta and Oxford campuses. EXPERTISE Responding to the monkeypox outbreak The growing international outbreak of monkeypox virus will require careful coordination among public health officials, clinicians and the community to control, say the authors of a new JAMA Viewpoint article. RESEARCH The evolution of ‘escape’ mutations in patients with prolonged SARS-CoV-2 infection A new study led by Emory University researchers reveals the need to better understand the ramifications of different therapies for the treatment of COVID-19 in immunocompromised patients with prolonged infection.

EMORY INSIDER   Get your discounts: Whether you’re planning a trip, buying concert tickets or shopping for new electronics, the Emory Savings Marketplace (formerly Sparkfly) might be able to help you save some cash. Emory University and Emory Healthcare employees can access exclusive deals and special offers on products, services and experiences through the new portal. Sign up for free and start saving.

EMORY IN THE NEWS   When should you use home COVID-19 tests? Here's what the experts say June 23 |  Carlos del Rio |  TIME The theological ethicist who didn’t mince words: Remembering a journalistic encounter with James Gustafson June 22 |  James Gustafson |  Religion News Service

FEATURED EVENTS   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, 3:30 p.m. Where: Cox Hall Bridge Admission: Free; registration required

29 June Weekly Refresh Virtual Meditation When: June 29, 4:30 p.m. Where: Online Admission: Free   07 July Propel ATL City Cycling Bike Class When: July 7, 4:00 p.m. Where: 1 Eagle Row, across from Kaldi's Depot Admission: Free; registration required   18 July Webinar: "The College Admission Process: A Planning Workshop for High School Students and Their Parents" When: July 18, 11:00 a.m. Where: Online Admission: Free; registration required   View the Full Emory Events Calendar

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