President Gregory L. Fenves | Office of the President

“At Emory, through our actions, bold ideas, teaching, creativity, art, scholarship, and community, we have the ability to create the future for ourselves. It is no exaggeration to say that the future starts right here at Emory.”
Gregory L. Fenves President, Emory University

Meet President Fenves

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An Inspiring Vision for 2036

Emory’s 2036 campaign looks forward to the institution Emory will be—“a research university without equal,” in the words of President Gregory L. Fenves—at its bicentennial 15 years from now. Addressing faculty, staff, and students during the campaign launch, the president pledges that Emory will “forge partnerships with our supporters and donors around the world to invest in you, our people, who will shape our destiny while broadcasting the Emory story with pride.”

Student Flourishing

Our students prepare for a lifelong journey of transformation, contribution, and service.

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Faculty Eminence

Our faculty change the world as scientists and researchers, authors and thought leaders.

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Research Excellence

Our research saves lives, forges partnerships, and drives discoveries across the globe.

One Emory Strategic Framework

Faculty Excellence

Foster a culture of eminence that attracts and inspires scholars of the highest order

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Academic Community of Choice

Cultivate a thriving campus and a compelling student experience

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Innovation through Scholarship and Creative Expression

Harness imagination and discovery to address 21st-century challenges

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Atlanta as a Gateway to the World

Unleash Emory and Atlanta's shared future to mobilize change for the world

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Messages and Speeches

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Jun 24: Supreme Court ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization

"Today, the Supreme Court made a historic ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade, ending nearly 50 years of constitutional protection for women seeking abortions across the United States. The significance of this decision is being processed across the country and also within the Emory community. I recognize and respect that there are a wide range of perspectives, but today, many people are shaken by the understanding that women may no longer have access to the reproductive care they need ..."

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Jun 16: Leadership Announcements

"I’m writing to share important leadership changes at Emory: Stephen Sencer, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, will move on from his longtime leadership role, effective August 31. David Stephens, M.D., will become interim Executive Vice President for Health Affairs beginning September 1. Luke Anderson will be Emory’s next Vice President of Communications and Marketing, starting August 15. ..."

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May 19: A Year Like No Other

"Last week, on a spectacular Monday morning, thousands of Emory graduates, family members, friends, faculty, staff, and alumni filled Emory’s historic Quad to celebrate the Class of 2022. ... This was not only a celebration of remarkable student achievement—the speakers, the awards, the bagpipers, and cheering families—this year’s gathering also held a far deeper significance. ..."

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Gregory L. Fenves, President, Emory University