Communications

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Messages and Speeches from President Fenves

May 3: Last Day of Class

"Today is the last day of class for the academic year. What it took to get here — the resilience, dedication, shared commitment, and courage shown by this community — is now a part of the storied history of our university. ..."

Apr 20: Verdict in murder of George Floyd

"Today, a Minnesota jury rendered its decision in the trial of the former police officer who murdered George Floyd last May. he verdict — guilty on all counts — is a relief to me and many others, but the pain left in the wake of this tragedy remains. ..."

Apr 19: Vaccination Requirement for Fall 2021

"With the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines in full swing, more than 14,000 Emory students, faculty and staff have received at least one dose through Emory Healthcare while many others in our campus community have been vaccinated elsewhere. ..."

Mar 23: University Senate Address

"Carmel and I have been at Emory for about eight months now, and from the very start, we were warmly welcomed by the Emory family. Eight months is a short time for a university founded 185 years ago, and really, a short amount of time for anything important — except for delivering an inaugural address. ..."

Mar 17: Statement on Tragic Murders in Atlanta

"I am heartbroken for the victims and families touched by the tragic murders in Atlanta yesterday. The Asian and Asian American communities have endured discrimination and violence throughout the pandemic and this attack comes at a moment of horrific intolerance and hatred. ..."

Donna and Marvin Schwartz Center for Performing Arts

Mar 16: Statement on Schwartz Center Name

"A number of Emory students have requested that the university change the name of the Donna and Marvin Schwartz Center. The reason for this request is Mr. Schwartz’s role as sponsor of a speaker who addressed our campus community last year. ..."

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