Emory Report
for Faculty & Staff | October 19, 2026
Presidential Convocations, block party to welcome Emory’s new leadership
The Emory community will come together this week for three events welcoming the university’s new president and deans. Festivities begin Tuesday afternoon with the first Presidential Convocation, held on Oxford College’s campus. The Emory Presidential Convocation will be held on the Atlanta campus Wednesday, and a block party will celebrate the university’s new leaders on Thursday. Get more details about all activities.
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October 20, 2026
Presidential Convocation – Oxford Campus
4:30 PM
Fireside Chat at Oxford Student Center (Greer Forum), followed by investiture events and reception on the Oxford Quad
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October 21, 2026
Presidential Convocation – Atlanta Campus
11:00 AM
Ceremony and Address by President Augostini at Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, followed by luncheon on Patterson Green
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October 22, 2026
Block Party to Meet Emory's New President and Deans
12:00 PM
Free lunch and music at Asbury Circle from 12-1:30 p.m.
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Get your kicks at Emory Homecoming 2026
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Upcoming events
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October 21, 2026
Pre-Election Forum with Emory Experts: "What's at Stake in the Midterms?"
4:00 PM
Convocation Hall
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October 22, 2026
Forum: "African Heritage Religions and Afro-Caribbean Womanism" with Emory professor Dianne Stewart
4:30 PM
Rita Anne Rollins Building (Room 252) and online
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October 28, 2026
Faculty Fellowship Fireside Chat: Emory faculty members share firsthand experiences and advice for pursuing external fellowship opportunities
4:00 PM
Oxford Road Building, Third Floor, Living Room