Emory Report
For Students | October 20, 2026
Welcoming Emory’s new president and deans
Events welcoming President Chris Augostini and the university’s new deans get underway today with the first Presidential Convocation in Oxford, then continue Wednesday with the Presidential Convocation in Atlanta.
While registration deadlines for the convocations have passed, you can still plan to join Thursday’s block party in Asbury Circle on the Atlanta campus, where you can enjoy lunch and meet Emory’s new leaders from 12-1:30 p.m. Learn more.
This week’s stories
Photos: Student Homecoming events kick off with the Homecoming Concert
Emory’s Homecoming celebration kicked off on Friday, Oct. 16, with the SPC Homecoming Concert. Held on McDonough Field and featuring BabyChiefDoit, Gunna and The Kid LAROI, more than 4,000 students attended. See photos from the event.
Colin Kaepernick to share his story of football and activism during Emory visit
Former football quarterback Colin Kaepernick visits Emory to discuss sports, civil rights activism and his new memoir, “The Perilous Fight,” on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 5 p.m. at Glenn Auditorium. The first 500 Emory students to register through The Hub will receive free copies of the book.
New smart lockers offer convenient package pick-up for Atlanta and Oxford students
Emory mail centers are now equipped with smart lockers that make package pick-up more secure, convenient and accessible for students on the Oxford and Atlanta campuses. The service is coming soon to the Clairmont campus.
Celebrate 25 years of Tibet Week at Emory
The 2026 festivities are set for Oct. 26-31, with most taking place in the Michael C. Carlos Museum’s Ackerman Hall. From the beloved mandala sand painting to exhibition tours, commemorate a legacy of compassion.
Claude AI now available to Emory University community
Claude for Education will now be available to students, faculty and staff. The introduction of Claude EDU expands the university’s portfolio of AI tools and supports the broader mission of the AI.Humanity initiative to leverage AI in service to humanity.
Pay a visit to Haunted Harris — and other Halloween celebrations at Emory
Learn more about the history of Haunted Harris at Emory and how to join the Halloween fun through a variety of community events, from scary movie nights and costume contests to decoration parties and outdoor adventures. The fun starts this Thursday, Oct. 22.
Register to attend Wednesday’s pre-election forum with Emory experts: “What’s at Stake in the Midterms?”
Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 4–6 p.m. | Convocation Hall
Emory experts Alan Abramowitz, Zachary Peskowitz, Nicole Phillips and Edward Queen will examine what’s at stake in the 2026 midterm elections, from key Georgia and national races to voter engagement, turnout and the forces shaping the political landscape. The discussion will be moderated by Tia Mitchell of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and followed by audience Q&A.