Spring Onboarding Clearance Process is Now Live
Emory University’s spring onboarding clearance process is now live and can be accessed here. As a reminder, any faculty or staff member who plans to be on campus for the spring semester, must receive clearance by completing the spring onboarding clearance process. Even if you previously completed onboarding for the fall semester, there are additional steps you need to complete prior to coming to campus for spring semester.

COVID-19 Testing
All faculty and staff have access to optional COVID-19 screening at Emory, as capacity permits, once they have completed the Spring 2021 onboarding process. The saliva-based collection sites are now open to schedule your appointment. Test results will be emailed to you within 48 hours. Please remember this optional screening is for asymptomatic faculty and staff only. If you are experiencing symptoms or feel you have been in contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19, please call the Emory Healthcare COVID Information and Nurses Line at 404.71.COVID (404.712.6843) for consultation.

Learning and Organizational Development Taking Applications for 2021 Programs
Learning and Organizational Development announces applications for the 2021 cohorts for the following development programs are now available. The application deadline is Monday, February 8, 2021.

• Essentials of Leadership at Emory Program
• Aspiring Leaders at Emory Program
• Administrative Professionals Program
• Mentor Emory Program

Focus on Your Development in 2021
The FY21 performance management cycle began shortly before winter break.  The first step in the process, the “start” step, is an opportunity for you to set any goals you and/or your Supervisor wish you to pursue. Please consider adding a developmental goal this year. An easy way to begin is to pursue some of the great, FREE training available through LinkedIn Learning! Pick some courses that will help you build the skills you need and take some time to develop yourself – all supervisors should support setting aside some time for personal development. Many LinkedIn learning courses are one hour or less and cover a wide variety of topics, from computer skills to communication.  And of course, don’t forget the many opportunities available through Learning and OD!

Parents of Toddlers Resource Group
This is a virtual parent meet-up to discuss parenting of toddlers during Covid-19 and beyond. This will be a time to discuss stressors, resources and share ideas. Meetings take place the first Wednesday of every month from 12pm-1pm. Email here to register to join. If you have questions about this group, please contact Mary Ellen Eady, 404-727-4177.

Caregiver Conversations
Are you caring for an older adult or disabled loved one? Join a virtual caregiver meet-up to discuss caregiving strategies, stressors involved with caring for loved ones. This will also be an opportunity to learn about resources within Emory/local community and beyond. Meetings take place the second Tuesday of every month from 12pm-1pm. Email here to register to join. If you have questions about this group please contact Mary Ellen Eady, 404-727-4177.

Single Mingle: 2021 Kickoff!
Tuesday, January 26, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
So here we are, starting a new year STILL in a pandemic...and if you are living alone, the impact of continued isolation may be especially challenging. Come together with other singles to share how you are doing, learn new coping strategies and just hang out for a little while. Let's Kick Off the new year together! Led by Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP).  Register in advance to receive the Zoom link.

Upcoming Webinars

• Parenting Resilience: Manifesting a Better Version of You
  Wednesday, January 27, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
  Has juggling competing demands over the last year caused you to feel exhausted and depleted? Do you find yourself wishing a better version of you had showed up in multiple areas of your life?  Join us to learn helpful tips and healthy ways to manage parenting stressors by improving your self-care and parenting resilience as we continue to navigate the pandemic. This webinar is led by staff from Emory’s Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) and WorkLife.  Register in advance.

• The Sandwich Generation: Strategies for Multigenerational Caregiving
  February 1, 2021, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  Almost 25 percent of all families are currently dealing with elder care issues—while raising young children at home. Since this percentage is expected to increase to as many as 60 percent of all families in the next decade, this seminar provides a timely overview of how to cope as a member of the “sandwich generation.” Register.

• Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
  February 2, 2021, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  Despite one-in-five children having a diagnosable mental health problem, nearly two-thirds of them get little or no help. This session aims to help attendees recognize the signs and provide the right support to a child, which can often lead to early identification, diagnosis, and treatment. Register.

• Caring for Aging Relatives
  March 9, 2021, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
  Learn how to determine the best level of care for an aging relative. As the pandemic continues, it becomes more challenging to manage older adult care both within a household and through managed communities. Older relatives may require more care than family or neighbors can provide. Many younger relatives then face the difficult decision of seeking the right kind of outside care. This seminar is a helpful first step. Presented by WorkPlace Options. Register.

Emory Healthy Kitchen Virtual Program
The Emory Healthy Kitchen Collaborative (EHKC) is a teaching kitchen program at Emory University that combines educational information with hands-on learning in nutrition, culinary arts, exercise, yoga, mindfulness and sleep. This program will recruit 45 participants (must be an Emory employee). Recruitment is open until January 31. The program is FREE for those who are accepted into the program. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn about different aspects of lifestyle that build long-term health and resiliency, and practice skills and behaviors to help you get there! In addition to learning evidence-based information from our subject matter experts from Emory University, we will be cooking, meditating, exercising, gardening, practicing yoga and dancing! The program is fully virtual. Learn more:

• Visit the webpage
• Watch a recording of the 30 min info session
• Please consider applying and help us spread the word among other Emory employees

Intercultural Communication Workshops for Faculty and Staff
ISSS is excited to offer intercultural communication workshops for faculty and staff. Please register through ELMS. Zoom details will be sent to registrants.

Note: While not required, it is highly recommended that participants complete all courses in the Intercultural Communication Series (Part 1, 2 and 3).

Earn Your MPH Degree While You Work
Advance your public health career. Earn an MPH degree online with a focus in Applied Epidemiology, Applied Public Health Informatics, or Prevention Science from one of the nation’s top 5 schools of public health. The Executive MPH program at the Rollins School of Public Health provides a convenient hybrid format that allows you the flexibility to broaden your public health horizons while continuing to work full-time. Tuition benefits are available for eligible Emory employees. Our priority deadline to apply is February 15. Join us for our next virtual information session to learn more. Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 12PM EST. Register Now.

Participate in Research @ Goizueta!
Goizueta’s Behavioral Lab is currently looking for Emory community members, students, and staff to participate in research in exchange for gift cards! Give your opinions, complete surveys, evaluate products, and more!  To sign up to be alerted when new studies become available go to: emory.biz/lab.

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