https://news.emory.edu/tags/topic/atlanta/index.htmlAtlanta news from the Emory News CenterWed, 05 Jan 2022 01:30:15 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_isakson_tribute_20-12-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_isakson_tribute_20-12-2021/campus.htmlSen. Johnny Isakson leaves a legacy of achievement as a bridge-building legislator. His support aided key Emory priorities, including underscoring the value of research and supporting seniors and veterans. Mon, 20 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_del_rio_atlanta_phoenix_award_14-12-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_del_rio_atlanta_phoenix_award_14-12-2021/campus.htmlMayor Keisha Lance Bottoms honors infectious disease expert Carlos del Rio for helping civic leaders navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, noting that “it would have been nearly impossible to overcome this challenging time without his science-based counsel and support.”Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_business_john_lewis_case_competition_semifinalists_09-12-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_business_john_lewis_case_competition_semifinalists_09-12-2021/campus.htmlHosted by Goizueta Business School, the competition brings together students from leading universities to focus on the intersection of business and racial equality. The 20 semifinalists for 2022 were selected from 76 applicant teams representing more than 40 schools. Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu/features/2021/12/er_carter_town_hall_08-12-2021/index.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_carter_town_hall_08-12-2021_special_feature/campus.htmlEmory University hosted the 40th annual Carter Town Hall on Dec. 2, inviting first-year students to ask former United Nations Ambassador Andrew Young some of the most pressing questions of our time.Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_acclaim_december_07-12-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_acclaim_december_07-12-2021/campus.htmlEmory faculty and staff are frequently recognized for their work locally, nationally and internationally. Read a sampling of recent accolades, including awards for professional contributions and leadership appointments.Tue, 07 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_business_holiday_gift_guide_06-12-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_business_holiday_gift_guide_06-12-2021/campus.htmlShop small this holiday season by supporting local businesses, including those whose owners are alumni of the Start:ME program. Learn more and check out the 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_shipman_atlanta_city_council_president_02-12-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/12/er_shipman_atlanta_city_council_president_02-12-2021/campus.htmlThe incoming president of the Atlanta City Council first moved to the city to attend Emory. Doug Shipman, a 1995 Emory College graduate and former Emory Alumni Board president, won the seat in the Nov. 30 runoff.Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu/features/2021/11/er_emory_inspired_working_farms_fund_23-11-2021/index.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/er_emory_inspired_working_farms_fund_23-11-2021_special_feature/campus.htmlThe Working Farms Fund, a partnership between Emory and The Conservation Fund, grows diversity in the ranks of farmers, boosts the state's economy, reduces the carbon footprint and puts local, sustainably grown food on campus tables.Tue, 23 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/er_atlanta_school_board_race_royce_mann_17-11-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/er_atlanta_school_board_race_royce_mann_17-11-2021/campus.htmlWhen Royce Mann told his political science class he was running for office, some weren’t sure he was serious. With the citywide race now behind him, Mann plans to continue his efforts to engage and energize young voters.Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500https://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/er_faith_in_vaccines_16-11-2021/campus.htmlhttps://news.emory.edu//stories/2021/11/er_faith_in_vaccines_16-11-2021/campus.htmlThrough a six-month internship program, undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent alumni, are working to cultivate trust within diverse communities to lessen COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy.Tue, 16 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500