Emory University

Oxford College has been looking postcard perfect this snowy January.

Due to the residual impacts from the recent winter storm on roadways and the ongoing risks associated with below-freezing temperatures, Emory University campuses, including Oxford College, will continue to operate remotely on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

➡️ Updates and additional information: https://links.emory.edu/162 and the Emory Safe mobile app.

Who had multiple snow days on their spring semester bingo card? Scenes from the Atlanta campus ❄️ ☃️ 🌨️

📸 Thanks to all of the students who shared photos with us!

⚠️ For all updates on campus status and winter weather safety, check https://links.emory.edu/162 or stay connected through the Emory Safe app.

Emory’s King Week is in full swing, with opportunities to honor the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A variety of service opportunities, worship programs, lectures, and other events are scheduled through Jan. 25.

➡️ Learn how you can get involved here: https://links.emory.edu/15W

From embracing the art of storytelling to practicing acts of “radical hospitality,” Emory’s Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement seeks to make research and academic ideas accessible to everyone.

In Emory’s political science department, Andra Gillespie has helped contextualize the ever-changing political landscape of the United States in the public sphere for years.

➡️ Feature story: https://links.emory.edu/15T

Blockbuster Pixar hits, low-budget horror, political dramas, and experimental art films — they all made the cut in Emory film and media faculty’s picks for the best films of 2024!

➡️ Check out the list: https://links.emory.edu/15L

Originally a student-led attempt at a Guinness World Record, the Coke Toast — now an university tradition — has transformed into a celebration of Emory’s relationships with the Woodruff family and the Coca-Cola Company.

➡️ Emory Magazine feature story: https://links.emory.edu/14z

Students on Emory's Atlanta campus enjoyed the annual First Snow event to celebrate the first day of classes for the new semester! The evening was filled with ice skating, hot chocolate, fire pits, inflatables, and snow. A perfect way to embrace the chill of the season! ❄️☃️

When you think of improv, you might picture a stage filled with laughter and spontaneity. But a unique program developed by Emory and Georgia State is using this art form to improve life for care partners and individuals living with dementia.

➡️ Full story: https://links.emory.edu/15S

Today was the first day of spring semester classes. We're so happy to have our Emory students back on campus! Here's to a semester of growth, campus involvement, and creating priceless memories. Let's make this semester great!📚🎉

This past Thursday Emory faculty, staff, students and community members gathered at Cannon Chapel to watch the televised memorial service for President Jimmy Carter together and to share their memories and reflections. At the center of the quad, flags flew at half-staff.

➡️ Full event coverage: https://links.emory.edu/15K

Emory University, including researchers at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, has been awarded $17.6M from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) to develop cutting-edge technology aimed at improving surgical outcomes for cancer patients.

➡️ Full story: https://links.emory.edu/15J

Our Atlanta and Oxford communities are making the most of this snow day – from building the best snowmen to sledding on campus! ❄️⛄

Due to the severe weather conditions, Emory University campuses, including Oxford College, will remain closed on Saturday, January 11, and the university will continue to operate remotely.

Students with in-person classes scheduled for Saturday should contact their professors to learn if those classes will be moved online. University employees should plan on working remotely if they are able. Essential personnel should contact their supervisors for guidance.

Emory Healthcare employees should refer to communications from EHC for information.

The wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain is producing hazardous conditions, particularly on roadways. Please remain at home. If you must be outside, please consult the Emory READY safety tips for guidance (https://links.emory.edu/15B).

➡️ Updates and additional information: http://www.emory.edu and the Emory Safe mobile app.

Emory joins the nation today in honoring the life of President Jimmy Carter. With his passing, the world has lost a beacon for justice and human rights, and Emory has lost a beloved member of our community. The Carter Center was founded in partnership with Emory, and President Carter served as University Distinguished Professor, engaging with generations of students and faculty.

➡️ Emory remembers President Jimmy Carter: https://links.emory.edu/rememberingcarter

Emory University campuses, including Oxford College, will be closed and the university will move to remote operations on Friday, January 10, because of severe weather conditions.

Students with in-person classes scheduled for Friday should contact their professors to learn if those classes will be moved online. University employees should plan on working remotely if they are able. Essential personnel should contact their supervisors for guidance.

Emory Healthcare employees should refer to communications from EHC for information.

➡️ Updates and additional information: http://www.emory.edu and the Emory Safe mobile app.

As President Jimmy Carter lies in state in the Capitol Rotunda, scroll through the years 1924 to 2024 to see milestones in his life and collaboration with Emory.

➡️ President Carter & Emory University: A Timeline
🔗 https://links.emory.edu/cartertimeline