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Friday, May 9, 2025 | |||
Countdown to CommencementOur countdown to Commencement continues with profiles of outstanding students from Emory’s undergraduate schools, a quadruple Eagle and insight into our traditions. Don’t miss the stories of exemplary graduates, faculty award winners and more in our Commencement storytelling hub as we celebrate the Class of 2025. |
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Lifelong learner Hurl Taylor, 86, is Emory’s oldest graduate — again
For the second time, Hurl Taylor is the oldest member of an Emory graduating class. His master of business for military veterans will also be his fourth Emory degree. Read more about Taylor’s journey — from Vietnam to Emory Law to Candler and Goizueta — and what he’s learned from a life dedicated to knowledge in service of others. |
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Emory College of Arts and Sciences Carving a path where community context meets compassionate careEmory College senior Juliana Cruz believes her path to a future medical career was enhanced by Emory’s liberal arts approach, which allowed her to study the social and human aspects of medicine along with the science. |
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Goizueta Business School Curveballs and comebacks: The making of a standout Emory scholar-athleteBlake Dinçman, who was recruited by the Emory baseball team as a transfer student, found community, avenues for campus involvement, academic success and his professional passion while studying at Goizueta Business School. |
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Oxford College Immersion in campus community fuels curiosity and inspires personal growthLooking forward to the next chapter of her college experience on the Atlanta campus, Caitlin Conroy reflects on academic journey, personal development and campus involvement at Oxford College. |
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School of Nursing Deeply personal perspective inspires love for nursing, hands-on careCaroline Zhu developed an interest in nursing after seeing her twin brother receive empathetic care. Her experiences as a student athlete and an EMT on Emory’s campus have uniquely prepared her for that career. |
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From Latin speeches to social media posts: a guide to Emory's evolving Commencement traditions
Why does Commencement begin with bagpipes? What do all of the different gowns mean? Learn the meaning behind Emory’s beloved graduation traditions, including the mace, the alma mater, school-specific rituals and more. |
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In Case You Missed It Emory University Staff Fest fun is coming soonMark your calendar for Friday, May 16, for the 47th Annual Staff Fest. Join your coworkers on the Quad from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for a BBQ lunch, music, dancing, field games and the volleyball tournament. All Emory University staff and faculty are invited to attend. |
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Achievement Mikaela Malsin, Barkley Forum director, receives National Coach of the Year AwardMikaela Malsin, Barkley Forum’s director of debate and an alum of the program, received this year’s Ross K. Smith National Coach of the Year Award, presented by the National Debate Tournament. |
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Information Learn more about Emory’s legislative and community effortsStay informed about Emory’s legislative and community initiatives with the latest Office of Government and Community Affairs newsletter. This edition features President Gregory L. Fenves’ recent visit to Capitol Hill, Gov. Brian Kemp’s signing of key bills into law, the DeKalb County polling site at Emory and more. |
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Oxford College Commencement CeremonyMay 10, 10:00 a.m. | Oxford College Quad |
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Emory University Commencement CeremonyMay 12, 8:30 a.m. | Emory University Quadrangle (for guests with tickets) and online |
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Lecture: "What Do Babies Know?" with Emory professor and psychologist Arber Tasimi11:00 a.m. | Toco Hill-Avis G. Williams Library, Decatur |
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Performance: Cherry Emerson Memorial Alumni Concert1:30 p.m. | Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall |
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Discussion: Caregiver Conversations12:00 p.m. | Online |
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