Emory Asian Pacific Islander Desi Employee Network

Learn about upcoming events

eAPDEN hosts social events and community activities throughout the year.

What are eAPDEN's mission and vision?

Mission

The Emory Asian Pacific Islander Desi Employee Network (eAPDEN) promotes individual and collective growth through networking, personal and professional development, social gatherings, community service, cultural events, and mentorship for employees across the organization. eAPDEN is open to all Emory employees.

Vision

Emory Asian Pacific Islander Desi Employee Network (APDEN) creates space and celebrates Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi employees through programs, building a stronger, more inclusive university community while supporting API and Desi staff. This group is open to all Emory employees.

Meet the eAPDEN co-chairs

Jackie Slen, Gift Operations Coordinator, Advancement and Alumni Engagement

Jackie joined Emory in 2023. In her role, she supports the Gift Operations team and all Advancement and Alumni Engagement departments by generating monthly annual fundraising reports and processing gifts for Emory University and Emory Healthcare. She supports program operations and provides administrative assistance for Advancement and Alumni Engagement staff in a school, unit, or central department, in addition to serving as primary liaison to departments within AAE working to build mutually beneficial relationships, improving communication, and bolster collaborative teamwork. She is the primary point of contact for the office, including the 2-GIVE line. She also provides administrative support for team projects, budget management, events, and provides onboarding support for new staff members.

Michaela Foronda, Director of Student Life & Leadership, BBA Program Office, Goizueta Business School

Michaela's journey at Emory began in 2017 at Oxford's campus in the Student Involvement, Leadership & Transitions (SILT) where she advised various student groups, supported student organizations and managed the Oxford Student Center. In 2025, Michaela transitioned to Goizueta's Bachelor's in Business Administration Program Office where she advises the BBA Council, Goizueta's Case Competition Team, and continues to support student organizations. When she's not working, she's trying new restaurants with her husband, cooking, crafting, finding ways to get involved in the community or bringing people together.

Contact eAPDEN

If you're interested in getting involved with eAPDEN, fill out our form.

If you have questions, email eapden@emory.edu.