Emory Report
Weekly Edition | October 12, 2026
Hi, Emory friends!
Late last week, Tayari Jones — Emory professor and esteemed author — won the 2026 Kirkus Prize for Fiction her latest novel, “Kin.” Curious about her writing process? She told us all about it earlier this year.
Also happening around campus? A $1 billion investment in AI, a 5K to support cancer research and care, a visit from a former U.S. senator and more.
If all that wasn’t enough, Homecoming and Family Weekend is just around the corner. Check out the event lineups and mark your calendar for Oct. 22-25.
— The Emory Report team
This week’s stories
Emory professor Tayari Jones wins Kirkus Prize for novel ‘Kin’
Praised by the Kirkus Prize as “a powerfully compelling novel that brims with the cadences of the Black South,” Tayari Jones’ “Kin” follows two motherless friends whose bond is tested by time, geography and class shifts.
Emory and Georgia Tech invest over $1B in AI to drive state’s jobs, economic growth
The funding strengthens Georgia’s ability to attract companies, develop talent and accelerate Atlanta’s growth as a leading tech hub. Emory’s investments cultivate AI talent, healthcare innovation and technology applications in medicine, business, law, the humanities and ethics.
Former Sen. Jeff Flake inspires bipartisan dialogue with visit to Emory
The former U.S. senator from Arizona and ambassador to Turkey visited Emory in September to talk with students about bipartisan leadership and his career in public service at a fireside chat — the inaugural event for the newly launched Center for Civic Reasoning.
10 scary movies and TV shows to set the mood for Halloween
‘Tis the season for pumpkins, skeleton yard-decor — and movies and TV shows about things that go “bump” in the night. Emory film faculty share 10 of their favorite creepy picks.
Sold-out 2026 Winship 5K surpasses $1 million fundraising goal
The Winship 5K Run/Walk celebrated its 16th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 3, with more than 4,500 in-person and virtual participants raising over $1 million to support cancer research and care at Emory’s Winship Cancer Institute. Read a recap and see photos from the day.
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Don’t miss the fun on Homecoming and Family Weekend
Homecoming and Family Weekend is just around the corner and you don’t want to miss out.
Homecoming and Family Weekend is happening Oct. 22-25, with activities on both the Oxford and Atlanta campuses. It’s the perfect time to create new memories with your Emory student. The weekend is packed with events and Emory traditions you’ll want to experience firsthand, including the Food and Music Festival and the Homecoming parade.
Whether you attend events on one or both campuses, check out the full schedules and register today.