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November 11, 2020

 

Video: April Flint and Brandi Benson discuss a new initiative. (5:30)

Check out the video. For additional information or to volunteer as a coach, contact April at april.flint@emory.edu or Brandi at brandi.benton@emory.edu.

 

Emory community members share a day in their lives on campus (6:33)

Enjoy this video montage of Emory students, staff, and senior executives sharing their thoughts and daily experiences on campus.

News Briefs
 

Georgia runoff election, Jan. 5

What you need to know about the Senate runoffs on January 5, as well as local and state runoffs December 1.

 

Webinar: Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month

Join the Office for RACE and this panel of scholar-activists for a discussion on Indigenous Intersections both within and outside of research, as part of Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month. Wednesday, November 18, 6 p.m. ET. Register here.

 

Emory Cares 2020 enables staff to give back all month

It’s never been easier or more important to give back to our communities. This year, Emory Cares, formerly a one-day event, offers opportunities to give back virtually or in person throughout November. Whether you connect virtually with students, deliver supplies to a shelter, or write an encouraging note, please take a few minutes to make a difference. Post your experience on social media using #emorycares. Register now, use our tailored “staff friendly” filter to find a project, and receive a #EmoryCares face mask!

 

Emory Together Fund invites applications from students experiencing COVID-19 hardship

To help students experiencing financial hardship directly related to the impact of COVID-19, the Emory Together Fund is accepting applications for fall semester and winter break assistance. Most awards are between $50 and $500. Students may request assistance once per semester between October 28 and December 15 for fall 2020. Students who need assistance over winter break must apply by December 15. For spring semester, students may apply between February 1 and March 15. For more information, including eligibility requirements, click here.

 

ELT virtual coffee hour with Sharon Rabinovitz

Bring your favorite beverage and share your thoughts with Sharon Rabinovitz, executive director of Emory Student Health Services, this Friday, November 12, at 4 p.m. ET.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://emory.zoom.us/j/99512186998

Meeting ID: 995 1218 6998

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Flu clinics for Emory students

  • Now through Nov 20: Emory Conference Center for those who are scheduled for their COVID test.
  • Thursday, Nov 12, 11 am to 5:45 pm: SAAC lobby on Clairmont Campus. Sign up here.
  • Weekdays, 9 am to 4 weekdays: Atrium of Student Health Services. Schedule appointment.
Oxford Campus Update, November 4, 2020
News Media Clips
 
Emory News Center: Keiko Price named new athletics director, assistant VP of Campus Life 
 

Emory News Center: As voters and volunteers, Emory students engaged deeply with 2020 election

Emory Athletics: Where are they now?

Tim Newton: Swimming and diving, 2003-07; helped Eagles to four top-three finishes at NCAA Championships. Tommy Fyffe: Cross country and track and field, 2006-10; UAA Rookie of the Year, 2006. Nick Lake: Swimming and diving, 2004-08; helped Eagles to four top-4 finishes at the NCAA Championships. Chad Hixon, basketball 2008-10; Honorable Mention All-UAA both seasons; team's top rebounder both years and third among conference leaders, 2008-09. 

 

Chronicle of Higher Education: The college degree Is dividing America. What does that mean for higher education?

Work Through COVID-19
 

Masks work. Really. We’ll show you how. 
With coronavirus cases still rising, wearing a mask is more important than ever. In this animation, you will see just how effective a swath of fabric can be at fighting the pandemic.

 

Webinar: Guiding our children through crisis: Mental health strategies for caregivers
How can we help children continue to navigate today’s world and all of its challenges in a way that is sustainable? How are the experiences and needs of children of color different right now from those of white children? How can caregiver burnout be prevented or treated? Monday, November 16, from 10 to 11 a.m. Register here. Direct questions to Emory WorkLife at worklife@emory.edu or 404-727-7613.

Additional resources
Emory University COVID-19 Dashboard

Campus Life Resources during the COVID-19 Outbreak

Campus Services COVID-19 Response

Emory Forward

Emory Human Resources: Working through COVID-19

Emory University COVID-19 Updates

Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP)

Parent and Family Programs

Just for Fun
 
 

Singalong with Pharrell Williams: Happy (Official Music Video) (4:06)

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