Emory Report

for Faculty & Staff | September 1, 2026

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Message from President Chris Augostini: Elevating Emory’s mission and impact

As Chris Augostini begins serving as Emory’s 22nd president, he discusses how the Emory community will work together to shape the university’s future and elevate its impact across the state of Georgia, nationally and globally.

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Emory’s greatest strength has always been its people — our extraordinary faculty, our dedicated staff, our talented students, and our alumni and partners who extend our impact around the world.

Chris Augostini
President, Emory University
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How physician and researcher Andi Shane works to protect children from preventable diseases

Pediatrician Andi Shane takes care of children with serious illnesses. Learn about her research to lessen the incidence and severity of contagious childhood diseases including measles, rotavirus and more.

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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.

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Friendly competitions help build camaraderie among first-year students

From showcasing their best dance moves and lyrics at Songfest to playing goofy field day games during the Oxford Olympics, Emory’s first-year students set their sights on fun (and prizes). See photos from this year’s competitions and learn who earned bragging rights.

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