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February 10, 2020 |
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Coronavirus Updates for the Emory Community
Emory’s commitment to the health and safety of our community is paramount. A team of representatives from emergency preparedness, health care, campus life and other units is meeting and keeping a close eye on the outbreak to protect students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information related to the coronavirus and its possible impact on the university, a webpage has been created on the Emory website and will be updated as necessary. |
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Emory’s Annual Camp and Learning Expo Feb. 13 – Registration Now Open
Are you searching for quality summer programs for your kids? Come to Emory’s Annual Camp and Learning Expo to learn more about the variety of summer camps and learning programs that will be offered throughout the Metro Atlanta area. February 13, 2020 at the Woodruff PE Center, 4th Floor Auxiliary Court, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Registration is now open. |
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2020 Summer College Internship Program
Emory’s Summer College Internship program offers college students who are in the middle of their academic careers a unique opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience in the day-to-day operations of Emory University or Emory Healthcare. Designed to last ten weeks (June 1 – August 7, 2020), with an option for departments to extend it to twelve weeks (ending on August 21, 2020), each department will need to establish learning objectives for their selected intern and evaluate him/her twice during the program. Learn more. |
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Earn Double Points with the New Whil Programs on Healthy Emory Connect
Healthy Emory Connect has expanded its offering of “Whil” Programs for 2020. These digital resources available on the web platform and mobile app powered by VirginPulse help you improve your mental wellbeing, performance, relationships and sleep. From now through the end of February, you can earn double the points for completing Whil programs on Healthy Emory Connect. Points are used to earn medical plan incentives which helps you save money on medical costs. |
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Move More Challenge Is Back For 2020
The Move More Challenge is back this spring (March 23-May 3) and registration opens on Monday, March 2. Participants will join teams of up to 10 people and all teams will work together as One Emory to unlock five stages and try to achieve 2.4 billion steps! Participants will be able to use a variety of devices including Fitbit, Apple Watch, Garmin, or their smartphone. Earn points and have a chance to win great prizes for your active participation!
If you have not yet joined Healthy Emory Connect, join today and get ready to move more! |
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Performance Management Updates
New Competencies for Leader Positions
A new competency model for performance management has been developed for all Emory University staff people leaders who have strategy, change management and related leadership oriented responsibilities (often, but not always at the Director-level or above).
Mid-Year Reviews Due March 2
- For many at Emory, the mid-year form for the FY20 cycle is due March 2. Those on the academic vs. fiscal calendar may have an earlier due date.
- If you have not completed your mid-year form, please do before April 15.
- On Wednesday, April 15 all forms will be advanced to the next form in the process: the year-end form.
Learn more. |
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The Clifton School GA Pre-K and Open House
The Clifton School’s registration for the 2020-21 Lottery Funded Georgia Pre-K program is February 3-28, 2020. Your child must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2020 to participate in the lottery funded Georgia Pre-K program. A private lottery will take place on March 19, 2020. Families will be notified of acceptance on March 20, 2020. Read more.
The Clifton School will hold an Open House on Monday, February 17 from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Clifton Road site: 1700 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329 Clairmont site: 1900 Starvine Way, Decatur, GA 30033. View flyer. |
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Master of Arts in Bioethics Open House
Do you want to further your career in healthcare, public health or academia by engaging with ethical issues? If so, Emory’s MA in Bioethics degree may be your path forward! Emory University offers a Master of Arts in Bioethics designed to prepare you to identify, evaluate and respond to the social and ethical challenges that face healthcare, public health and the life sciences. Part-time flexible study and a courtesy scholarship is available for many Emory employees. Join us at one of our upcoming information sessions to learn more about our undergraduate and graduate dual degrees. Select from two:
- Wednesday, March 4, 2020 from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm (in-person at the Emory Center for Ethics, 1531 Dickey Drive)
- Thursday, March 19, 2020 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (online at http://emory.adobeconnect.com/bioethics)
Questions? Contact us at mabioethics@emory.edu. |
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Participate in Research @ Goizueta!
Goizueta’s Behavioral Lab is currently looking for Emory community members to participate in research! Come into the lab and 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. We hope to see you soon! |
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Juris Master Lunch and Learn Events
Emory University School of Law offers a Juris Master degree designed to enhance your career and academic background with a legal perspective. On-campus and online formats are available. Join us to learn more about the Juris Master and speak with representatives from the Office of Admission. Select from three dates:
- Thursday, February 13, 2020
- Thursday, April 9, 2020
- Thursday, June 11, 2020
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All events are held at Emory Law, Gambrell Hall. RSVP at bit.ly/emorylawjm2020. Questions? Contact us at jmadmission@emory.edu |
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Sparkfly Perks Has Savings for Valentine’s Day
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