As Emory moves into spring, make time to attend the variety of events on campus, from sports to lectures. Enjoy the last full month of the semester with your friends and colleagues!
In addition to the Emory men’s team winning its third championship title in a row, Coach Jon Howell earned his second straight and third overall Men’s Coach of the Year Award. The women’s team claimed sixth place overall.
Major dining upgrades are on the way for Emory’s Atlanta campus, with renovations for Cox Hall Food Court set to begin this summer. The updates will create a more spacious and efficient dining atmosphere, among other improvements.
Emory’s three Impact Circles — Women of Emory, Black Emory and LGBT+ Emory — offer annual grant cycles to support projects that uplift marginalized community members across the university. Learn how they make a difference.
Emory’s 2024 International Awards recipients were honored during a ceremony in late February. This year’s honorees are The Venerable Priya Rakkhit Sraman, Solveig Argeseanu Cunningham and Faizat Badmus-Busari 20L.
After more than 50 years of combined service to Emory, Del King and Theresa Milazzo, vice presidents for human resources, have announced plans to retire in 2024. In the coming weeks, a national search for the university’s Chief Human Resources Officer will be launched.
From natural disasters to unexpected medical expenses, the fund offers financial aid to university employees dealing with a sudden life-changing event. Faculty or staff in need can apply for assistance anonymously.
For nearly two decades, Senior Associate Dean Tim Fields has led in shaping successive Emory College classes. Known for his candor and compassion, Fields has co-authored a book for Black families about navigating the admission process.
Poetry — and revelry — assumed pride of place recently when celebrated poet Major Jackson shared works from his new collection at the Emory Libraries’ annual fundraiser, 12th Night Revel, and at a community reading the next day.
During March, three workshops focused on intercultural communication will help Emory faculty and staff gain essential skills for engaging with people across diverse backgrounds. The training is offered through International Student and Scholar Services.
Threat assessment professionals gathered at Emory for a panel discussion aimed at enhancing collaboration between mental health providers and law enforcement officers to shape a more empathetic, efficient system for those in crisis.
Part of being human is to make mistakes and missteps. With faculty, staff and alumni sharing their personal stories, Emory introduces “Reframes: Discovering the Possible,” a student-facing project seeking to ignite a campus-wide conversation about embracing the power of reframing unexpected moments in life.
February is American Heart Month, and Healthy Emory has a wide range of programs and resources to help Emory University and Emory Healthcare employees improve their cardiovascular health this month and throughout the year.
One of the first of its kind, the Emory Center for Digital Scholarship remains a national leader, elevating faculty work and training generations of graduate students in collaborative practices supporting the development of technical skills and creative talents. Learn more about the center and some of its key projects.
Emory University’s five employee resource groups offer belonging, connection and networking opportunities. Learn more about them and how you can get involved.
In its inaugural year, the Purpose Project is fostering conversations on purpose and meaning through new resources and programming that include workshops, events, trips and coursework.
The Campus Services Office of Planning, Design and Construction oversees the design of outdoor and indoor spaces, coordinating with facilities management to maintain areas across Emory’s campuses. From educational gardens to simplifying visitors’ experiences, meet the team working to build a campus for the future.
Ashley L. Brown has been named Emory University’s inaugural associate dean of students, effective Feb. 1. She brings a decade of experience in social justice education and student engagement to this role.
As the first day of classes wrapped up, Emory students on the Atlanta campus bundled up and braved the cold for a magical event: First Snow. See photos from the fun-filled evening.
The nine schools that make up Emory University have plans for new programs, inspiring events and more during the spring semester. Read a roundup of what’s in store.
Emory launches the Fidelity Financial Wellness Checkup, a new financial education resource to help employees understand their overall financial health. Eligible employees who take the checkup will receive a $25 medical plan well-being incentive.
“The Virulent Vortex” video podcast showcases the personalities and passions of faculty and students involved in infectious disease research at Emory.
Departments across Emory University collaborated to organize a workshop on inclusive strategies for enhancing diversity in international education, emphasizing the importance of trust-building, inclusivity and community collaboration throughout the international education process.
Staff Council members from across the university joined together to make more than 200 sandwiches to pack in the on-campus Community Fridge for anyone in the Emory community in need of a meal.
At Feast of Words, Emory’s authors — who produced 82 new titles in the past year — were toasted by President Gregory L. Fenves for “exemplifying the mission of Emory University to serve humanity through new knowledge.”
In a series of organizational changes to enhance public safety and efficiency, Cheryl Elliott will become vice president for public safety, Burt Buchtinec will become police chief, and Diana Carter will become vice president and chief administrative officer.
Lisa Fenn will represent Emory Libraries and the Carlos Museum in university DEI initiatives and will guide the library and museum DEI committees and human resources department on DEI matters related to hiring and belonging.
Claire DePalma has taken an unusual journey from teaching theater arts in high school to a student affairs career in higher education. Her award-winning dissertation focuses on how white women who engage in antiracist practices in their student affairs work understand and enact these practices.
Healthy Emory organized the first “Stress Less, Live More!” raffle, allowing employees to reflect on the ways they relieve stress. Departments across Emory University and Emory Healthcare also created unique public displays that showcased ways they reduced stress.
A longtime partner of the Latin American Association, Emory hosted the association’s 24th-annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference, welcoming middle and high school students for a college fair and sessions with Emory faculty, staff and students designed to make them college-ready.
Senior leaders from colleges and universities across the nation gathered at Emory to discuss student health and well-being, share solutions and discover ways to meet the evolving needs of students.
Based on results from the most recent Emory Libraries survey, staff members have been making improvements across the libraries this fall — which is perfect timing as students and faculty prep for finals and look ahead to the spring semester.
To mark the 50th anniversary of the inaugural run of “The Wiz,” Emory students, faculty and staff gathered at the Rose Library to browse the papers of Geoffrey Holder, the show’s original director and costume designer.
Members of the Emory community gathered in Cannon Chapel on Tuesday to pay their respects to Rosalynn Carter as her tribute ceremony took place on campus in Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church.
The Emory community honored the service and contributions of veterans in the university's 15th-annual ceremony, featuring student veterans, campus leadership and active-duty service members in the event.
Veterans Day is a time to thank those who have served and for veterans to reflect on their military service and how it has shaped their lives. Meet seven Emory veterans serving across the university and gain insight into their experiences.
Each year, Emory University employees who reach milestone years of service are celebrated at a special awards luncheon. More than 175 staff members were recognized during the 2023 event on Nov. 7.
Craig Watson is retiring after 45 years and several roles dedicated to campus safety, while Victor Jackson, with 40 years of service, is still maintaining Emory’s research buildings. They join 175 other employees celebrated at the annual Service Awards Luncheon.
The Emory community will gather Friday, Nov. 10, to honor veterans and their contributions. The event includes a flag ceremony with members of the Emory veterans community, as well as a guest speaker and moment of silence.
As the leaves begin to drop from trees around campus, make time to drop into some amazing events here at Emory! There are plenty of athletic, cultural and community activities to enjoy this month.
The new space that rewards and preserves the outstanding accomplishments of Emory Athletics opened during Homecoming weekend. Visitors can see The Nest on the second floor of the WoodPEC.
Annual benefits enrollment for Emory University employees opened on Monday, Oct. 23, and will be open through Monday, Nov. 6. Find out what’s new for the coming year and how to enroll online.
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Emory employee Antonia Gillespie shares her story about how early detection was key to discovering cancer in its early stages.
With a theme of “Emory Heart + Atlanta Soul,” this year’s homecoming was a smash hit for students, faculty, staff, families and community members alike. The fun continued all through Saturday with the annual Homecoming parade and food and music festival.
Check out photos from this week’s Homecoming events and get the scoop on everything that’s ahead for this weekend. Whether you’re an alum, student, parent or other member of the Emory community, you won’t want to miss the fun.
Nearly 300 members of the Emory community and their guests marched together in the Atlanta Pride Parade on Oct. 15. View photos and a video from the day.
Emory women find inspiration in Faculty Women of Color in the Academy, a national organization whose conferences expand networks and encourage attendees to seek support from one another.
With a week full of events designed to make new connections and strengthen existing ones, this year’s festivities deliver something for everyone. Whether you’re an alum, student, parent or other member of the Emory community, you won’t want to miss this.
Three Emory students who participated in the Roots Down GreenHive Leadership Program reflect on their experiences and how it impacted their views on advocacy and sustainability.
Representatives from health and well-being programs at Emory University and Emory Healthcare were on hand to accept the healthy employer award from the Atlanta Business Chronicle.
Mark your calendar for a rainbow of events, including marching with Emory in the Atlanta Pride Parade, drag shows hosted by the Rose Library and Emory Pride, the opening of new campus identity spaces and much more.
As the cold and flu season approaches, and COVID-19 continues to be present in the community, Emory health experts explain how to stay safe through important reminders about testing, vaccines, awareness and information about the new COVID-19 variant.
From a keynote address by Traevena Byrd of American University to Wonderful Wednesday’s “Diversity of Desserts,” built around a love of sweets and diversity, Diversity Week at Emory will have something for every taste.
On Oct. 12 and 13, events on both the Oxford and Atlanta campuses will bring the university together around the histories and experiences of the diverse Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
As an academic research institution, Emory’s faculty and staff conduct studies across every discipline, from the sciences to the humanities. From using artificial intelligence to accurately detect breast cancer to creating new programs to address disparities in mental health services, this compilation of published research findings and the newest grant awards illustrates how Emory researchers are cutting a path toward groundbreaking discoveries.
The Emory community is ready to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Immerse yourself in a new exhibit at the Carlos Museum, learn at a free lecture, sharpen your dance moves and more.
As executive director of Science Gallery Atlanta, Alexis Faust will oversee strategic vision and development of gallery initiatives, including partnerships, community engagement and seasonal exhibitions.
Anyone can stop by multiple EmoryThanks stations, including one on the Oxford College campus, to write a note, take photos or jump into videos thanking Emory donors Oct. 2-6.
Joe Depa, a distinguished leader in data and artificial intelligence, has been named Emory University’s inaugural chief data and analytics officer. Depa began his role Sept. 11.
Students, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate the Center for AI Learning’s official opening during a ribbon-cutting and open house Sept. 19. Part of Emory's AI.Humanity initiative, the center serves as a community home for AI literacy and integration.
The Emory community might just be made of gold. Last weekend, faculty, staff and students showed their school pride during College Colors Day and the Gold Rush Tailgate, then cheered the Eagles to victory.
The fall semester may have just begun, but events are in full swing. As you settle into campus and get back into a semester routine, make time to enjoy the variety of activities this month.
Tenille Gaines will join Campus Life as executive director of Counseling and Psychological Services, further enhancing Emory’s network of health and well-being support for students. She will begin her tenure Oct. 2.
A loyal alumna with a 23-year track record of working with Emory alumni, Jennifer Crabb Kyles considers the university “transformational” and has worked dedicatedly to showcase how “our graduates do amazing things with their careers and service.”
Across the Atlanta, Oxford and Clairmont campuses, housing operations are always in full swing. From readying each individual room to making numerous improvements, each team plans years in advance to help students feel at home.
The nine schools that make up Emory University have big plans for the 2023-24 academic year. Read a roundup of class stats, new degree programs or initiatives and other things to come.
Emory Healthcare will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations for employment or medical staff privileges and will no longer require providers and staff to wear face masks for direct patient contact in outpatient settings, except in high vulnerability areas.
Emory faculty write and edit dozens of books each year. These 20 are ideal for summer reading, whether you want compelling nonfiction or award-winning novels.
Emory recently hosted the national College Horizons summer workshop for Native American, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian high school students who are applying to colleges and universities.
The Emory Staff Council is preparing for the new academic year with a new name that better reflects its purpose: supporting and representing Emory staff at all levels of the university.
Global Safety and Security conducted its first Family Liaison Officer training, equipping staff with crisis-support skills. The training focused on communication and practical exercises to aid families during emergencies.
The Oxford Organic Farm has provided food for Emory dining halls and hospitals, as well as hands-on experiences, for nearly a decade. Find out exactly what it takes to keep the farm running and pick up a few gardening tips of your own.
Emory’s Next Gen biomedical research internship provides hands-on research experience and works to diversify STEM fields. This year’s program expanded to host more students and offer more lab placements.
Emory faculty and staff are frequently recognized for their work locally, nationally and internationally. Read a sampling of recent accolades, including awards for professional contributions and leadership appointments.
The Office of Sustainability Initiatives is working to keep the university running while consuming less. Take a deep dive into the WaterHub, from the process of recycling campus water to how it was built here in the first place.
In the course of 13 years, LGBT Life Director Danielle Bruce-Steele’s work has benefited the LGBTQ+ community: crafting progressive policies, creating welcoming space and relevant programs, and reassuring students that their self-discovery carries no “complete-by” date.
Many people at Emory’s Midtown Office Tower use the stairs. Wellness Champion Kathy Campbell is helping keep them motivated as they climb one of the building’s 19-floor stairwells.
Julia Bullock, a Japanese language and literature professor with Emory College, will join the Office of Global Strategy and Initiatives Sept. 1 to lead the Halle Institute for Global Research.
Emory Conference Services made its name housing gymnasts during the 1996 Summer Olympics and subsequently has burnished its reputation as an incomparable host. This summer promises to be busy for the professional staff and Emory students who serve campus guests.
The national championship team was invited to the White House on June 12 as part of the first-ever College Athlete Day, a celebration of excellence across collegiate sports in all NCAA divisions.
The 2023-24 Emory Fulbright U.S. Scholars include individuals from Oxford College, the School of Law, the School of Medicine, International Student and Scholar Services, and Emory College. Learn more about their upcoming projects.
During the 2021-22 academic year, Emory students, faculty and staff participated in a web-based survey to better understand the racial climate on campus and in the surrounding areas. Results will inform a breadth of policies and programs in the future.
Emory is celebrating Pride Month with events that address multiple aspects of LGBTQ+ identity. Read about a few you won’t want to miss.
Joe Sutherland, a noted technology executive, public service leader and educator, has been named director of the Emory Center for AI Learning, a newly established center that will promote artificial intelligence literacy and community across Emory University.
What would it look like for libraries and museums to focus more on community-based knowledge and expertise? Clinton Fluker and Mike Murawski will share their ideas during a June 7 event sponsored by Emory Libraries.
Badia Ahad has followed a lifelong pathway of learning and flourishing, from her childhood in Chicago to her research as an English professor, that has led to her new role as dean of Oxford College.
Hailing from Loyola University Chicago, Badia Ahad is an experienced leader focused on providing faculty, students and staff with the resources they need to thrive. She will begin her role at Oxford on Aug. 1.
Two Emory Healthcare nurses received top honors from the 2023 Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Celebrating Nurses program for going above and beyond their duties as exceptional nurses in their respective roles.
Emory University faculty and staff were recognized with multiple awards in conjunction with the 2023 Commencement and school diploma ceremonies. See who was recognized for their contributions during the academic year.
As Emory Healthcare CEO, Joon Sup Lee will be responsible for overseeing the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia, with 11 hospitals, 250 provider locations and more than 24,000 employees. He joins Emory on July 1.
Emory University’s senior leadership recently recognized the efforts of the Emory COVID-19 screening team during the last two-and-a-half years of the pandemic.
Sharon Stroye will join Emory on July 1 to lead the university’s establishment of a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Center in partnership with the American Association of Colleges and Universities.
Nationally regarded historian Barbara Krauthamer, currently dean of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts at University of Massachusetts Amherst, joins Emory on July 1.
Newly appointed Dean of Emory College Barbara Krauthamer shares her thoughts on liberal arts education, her emerging priorities for leading and building community in the College, and her own career pathway.
Rosalyn Metz will take on the inaugural role of chief technology officer, libraries and museum, and associate university librarian for digital strategies effective June 1.
Meet the 14 recipients of this year’s Award of Distinction, the highest honor given to university staff, and learn about their outstanding contributions to the Emory community.
Get ready to celebrate the undergraduate Class of 2023 with Class Day Crossover on Thursday, May 4, an evening of inspiration, fun, awards and community featuring keynote speaker Kal Penn.
Meet the recipients of Emory’s 2023 International Awards, celebrating extraordinary work in the global community by a faculty member, a staff member and an international alumnus. The awards are hosted by the Office of Global Strategies and Initiatives.
The Pathways Center’s first Career Trek to New York City opened up a world of possibilities for Emory undergraduates through essential alumni connections.