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Weekly Edition | |||
Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025 | |||
Hello, Emory friends!Fall semester is officially underway with no shortage of celebratory events around campus. Be sure to check out photos from First Day Fest, the Gate Crossing + Coke Toast, Oxford Olympics and more. We’re also highlighting great students. From the Class of 2029 to the newest Woodruff Scholars, meet some Eagles who are already chasing big dreams. Of course, this would all be impossible without the outstanding faculty at Emory, including the 284 new faculty members. Thanks for joining us for news about Emory’s students, research, campus happenings and more. We’ll be back in your inbox next week. — The Emory Report team |
This week’s stories |
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Meet Emory’s Class of 2029
Representing 43 states, 67 countries and thousands of unique experiences, the vibrant Class of 2029 has officially arrived at Emory. Get to know the class and find out what drives these exceptional students. |
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University Emory welcomes 284 new faculty members for the 2025-26 academic yearDuring their orientation, Emory’s newest faculty members learned about the university’s research priorities, initiatives to support students, and more. See the list of new faculty from around the university. |
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From Health Sciences Digest How to not accidentally dieA slip, a fall, a moment of unexpected violence — injuries can happen in an instant. The Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory focuses on the most significant injury causes and ways to lessen their impact. |
Photos from the first week of classes |
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First Day Fest kicks off the new academic year
The Emory Quad transformed into a carnival with giant swings, food vendors, games, a concert and more for First Day Fest, marking the start of the new academic year. See photos from the fun. |
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The Class of 2029 moves in
The members of Emory’s Class of 2029 have officially settled in to their new homes on the Atlanta and Oxford campuses. See photos from move-in days for the newest Eagles. |
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Emory Gate Crossing + Coke Toast
Under a sunny sky, Emory College’s undergraduate Class of 2029 gathered to celebrate the start of their Emory experience at the fourth-annual Gate Crossing + Coke Toast, cheered on by faculty, staff, fellow students and alumni. |
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First day of fall semester
Undergraduate students began the 2025-26 academic year with a day full of sunshine and smiles. See photos from the Atlanta campus as students met new people, embraced familiar friends and walked to class or simply hung out together. |
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First-year students compete in the 2025 Oxford Olympics
At Oxford College, a cherished tradition for incoming students is the Oxford Olympics — an evening filled with exciting team activities and friendly competition. This year, the Light Blue team won overall while Royal Blue won most spirited. |
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Emory experts in the news |
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Read more news featuring Emory experts |
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Academics
Emory’s newest Woodruff Scholars arrive ready to broaden perspectives, serve their community
As they join Emory, the 20 members of the Woodruff Scholars Class of 2029 bring extensive achievements, interdisciplinary experiences and a deep interest in serving those around them. |
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