Mike Vienna (center), director of Athletics, represented Emory on a panel celebrating metro area sports as Atlanta prepares to submit a bid to host the 2026 World Cup. The event would draw international acclaim and have a tremendous economic impact on the city and state. On August 28, the Metro Atlanta Chamber partnered with the Atlanta Sports Council to bring together business leaders, elected officials, and industry partners at SunTrust Park to celebrate the metro area’s thriving sports scene, build on past success, and maintain a competitive edge for hosting major sporting events.

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Haley Carpenter joined Emory Athletics as coordinator for memberships and external operations. She will also work with the Student Activity and Academic Center (SAAC). Haley served most recently as coordinator of Indian Creek Recreation Area for Georgia State University’s Department of Recreational Services. Earlier in her career, she served as coordinator for business and member services at the Mississippi University for Women. Haley is certified as an American Red Cross CPR/AED instructor and is a member of the National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA).