Emory Report
for Faculty & Staff | August 31, 2026
Emory’s newest Woodruff Scholars bring extensive academic achievements, leadership and service
The latest cohort of Emory Woodruff Scholars, recipients of the university’s top merit scholarship, arrive with extensive accomplishments and a passion for exploration. Get to know the 24 outstanding students.
Class of 2030’s Convocation marks the beginning of a new academic year
Hundreds of first-year Emory College students joined faculty and university leaders Aug. 22 to officially launch the new academic year. View photos from the Class of 2030’s official welcome to Emory.
How physician and researcher Andi Shane works to protect children from preventable diseases
Pediatrician Andi Shane takes care of children with serious illnesses at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. She also researches how to lessen the incidence and severity of contagious childhood diseases including measles, rotavirus and more.
Other news and notes
Calendar highlights
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September 6, 2026
Sunday FUNday at the Carlos Museum: Dancing Deities
12:00 PM
Michael C. Carlos Museum, Ackerman Hall
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September 8, 2026
Center for AI Learning Welcome Reception and AI.X Showcase
5:00 PM
Robert W. Woodruff Library, Jones Room (third floor)
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September 10, 2026
Emory Pride Employee Network Social & General Membership Meeting
4:30 PM
Miller Ward Alumni House
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September 11, 2026
ECMSA presents the Cooke Noontime Concert Series: Tchaikovsky’s “Souvenir of Florence”
12:00 PM
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall