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Tradition King Week 2026 brings opportunities for service, reflectionThe legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. touches many corners of life and scholarship at Emory, from law to religion to community service. Learn more about ways you can participate in King Week across the university through Jan. 24. |
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Leadership Adam Marcus appointed Emory's next senior vice president for researchA seasoned scientist and academic leader, Marcus will guide the university’s research enterprise — responsible for more than $1 billion in sponsored awards annually — and advance research priorities while fostering innovation across Emory. |
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New building access requirements take effect Jan. 21 |
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| Emory is implementing new access control measures on the Atlanta and Oxford campuses. Starting Wednesday, Jan. 21, EmoryCards will be required for entry to all exterior doors of academic and office buildings. Learn more about campus safety in a message from Emory Police Chief Burt Buchtinec. | |
News You Can Use from Human ResourcesThe monthly News You Can Use newsletter is now delivered to you as part of Emory Report. It includes news about upcoming events, benefits and programs for Emory University employees. |
Recognition Award of Distinction applications are now openDo you know an exceptional staff member? The 2026 Award of Distinction applications are now open. The Award of Distinction Program is the highest award for university staff, with the program annually recognizing 10-15 employees who have made outstanding contributions to the Emory community. Learn more about the nomination process and eligibility here. The deadline to submit nominations is 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 11. |
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Community Join an Employee Resource Group!Emory University has six Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that all employees are invited to join. These voluntary, employee-led groups work to support a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Learn how to get involved. |
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Financial Well-being Register for a Truist Momentum Ignite SessionLearn how to align your spending with your values and achieve your financial goals through Truist Momentum. This program offers both instructor-led training and self-directed learning options. Join an upcoming introductory session on Jan. 27, 28, or 29 to learn more about the program. After the introduction, choose between six weekly instructor-led classes running from Feb. 4-March 11 or an online self-paced learning experience. |
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Rewards Earn your medical plan incentives for 2026This year, you’ll see exciting programs, resources and incentives tied to a holistic vision for employee well-being. These include opportunities to earn up to $425 per person in medical plan incentives (or $850 for employee + spouse). Incentive activities must be completed between Jan. 1 and Nov. 15, 2026. Eligible Emory employees who waive participation in an Emory medical plan can engage in rewardable activities and be entered into a raffle. |
Kick off 2026 by investing in your development and workplace experience |
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1. Brainier Learning Pathways Take the guess work out of searching for and choosing the right course for you by engaging with learning pathways in Brainier to develop new skills. Log into Self-Service, select the “Learning Management” tile, then “Learning Management – Brainier,” and access the “Learning Pathways” button to explore featured options. Newly added courses include:
2. Workplace Culture and Belonging (WCB) The WCB team offers a variety of programs, courses and resources to create a positive and inclusive workplace. Some of the offerings for 2026 include Navigating the Multigenerational Workplace; Civil Treatment for Leaders; Civil Treatment for Employees; Introduction to Neurodiversity; and Psychological Safety. To learn more, visit the Workplace Culture and Belonging website. |
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Upcoming events |
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January |
Webinar: "Hinge Health 101: Digital Physical Therapy for Pain Relief"12:00 p.m. | Online |
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January |
Midweek Mindfulness Meditation with FSAP12:00 p.m. | Online |
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January |
Healthy Emory Well-being Summit9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Online |
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January |
Webinar: "Build Financial Confidence with Truist"12:00 p.m. | Online |
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Webinar: "Sober-Curious: Exploring Your Relationship with Alcohol"12:00 p.m. | Online |
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February |
eLERN Conversa & Aprende (Speak & Learn)12:00 p.m. | Online |
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