Academics

Emory and Coursera: Benefits beyond the numbers

Mon, 20 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Emory's first steps into online learning, known as MOOCs, reap unexpected and far-reaching benefits.

Putting students first, public health teacher instructs, mentors

Mon, 20 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Juan Leon, winner of the the ASPH/Pfizer Early Career in Public Health Teacher Award, puts students first. His passion for helping people reach their potential has made him a favorite among students and a standout among fellow faculty members.

Humanity in Action Fellowship

Thu, 09 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Emory University senior Perrinh Savang is heading to France for the summer after being rewarded with the Humanity in Action Fellowship.

Student discovers new way of 'Looking at the Familiar'

Tue, 07 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Emory junior David John Williams says he found a new way of looking at history in the course he's just completed, titled "Looking at the Familiar: History, Memory and Visual Culture."

Tradition revived in classics medals

Fri, 03 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

The generosity and enduring interest of an alumnus brings back the presentation of medals to top students in Latin and Greek.

College honors theses, dissertations showcase original research

Thu, 02 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

2013 Emory College honors students and Laney Graduate School PhD recipients describe their research and its impact.

Brittain Award winner

Thu, 02 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Emory University senior Katie Dickerson is this year's recipient of Emory's highest student honor, the Marion Luther Brittain Award, which honors service to Emory and the greater community without expectation of recognition.

McMullan Award winner

Wed, 01 May 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Emory University senior Eduardo "Eddie" Garcia is the 2013 Lucius Lamar McMullan Award winner, one of Emory's highest student honors which also comes with $25,000 -- no strings attached.

Six athletes win prestigious NCAA postgraduate scholarship

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Six Emory seniors have been selected as recipients of the prestigious NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship, based on their academic, athletic and community achievements during their careers at the university.

Breathing, eating and de-stressing during finals

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 01:00:00 -0400

Student-led initiatives and Emory offerings can help students stress less during final exams.