Emory Report
for Faculty & Staff | August 26, 2026
Emory welcomes 175 new faculty for the new academic year
New faculty joining the university for the 2026-27 academic year include world-class researchers and educators who bring expertise across dozens of disciplines. See the full list of new faculty hires representing eight Emory schools.
Emory University launches new international travel readiness portal for students, faculty and staff
The new portal is a campus-wide resource where faculty, staff and students should record details about upcoming Emory-related international travel plans and receive customized guidance and requirements, all in one place.
Celebrate your Emory spirit during College Colors Day festivities
Show your school spirit and Emory pride by celebrating College Colors Day and cheering on the volleyball team Friday, Sept. 4. Read how you can start the fun early with bookstore discounts, a scavenger hunt and more.
Make sure your address and personal information are up to date
HR will soon mail important information about annual benefits enrollment. To ensure you receive these materials and that your records are up to date, please review your information in Self-Service and make any necessary updates by Tuesday, Sept. 1. This includes your mailing address, emergency contacts, phone number and marital status.
To update your information, log in to e-Vantage (Emory Healthcare employees) or Peoplesoft Self-Service (Emory University employees). Click on the Personal Information tile and then Personal Details.
Calendar highlights
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August 27, 2026
Seminar: "AI Tools for Smarter Project Planning: Creating a Work Breakdown Structure"
12:00 PM
Online
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August 27, 2026
2026 Berman Lecture: "Tech Agnostic: How Technology Became the World's Most Powerful Religion, and Why It Desperately Needs a Reformation" with author Greg Epstein
3:00 PM
Emory Law, Tull Auditorium
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August 27, 2026
Artist & Influence Conversation: An Oral History Interview with Clifton Davis and Tayari Jones
6:00 PM
White Hall, Rooms 205 and 208
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Photos: The Class of 2030’s Gate Crossing + Coke Toasts
First-year students in Emory College gathered Monday to cross through the university’s main gate, commemorating the start of their journeys as Eagles. Emory College and Oxford College students also marked the milestone with their first Coke Toasts. See photos from the fun on both campuses.