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News and Programs 2.20.26
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WISE Interfaith Pre-Orientation:
Peer Mentor Applications Open Now for Undergraduate Students
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Interested in engaging with diverse spiritual traditions? Looking to have deep conversations and build strong connections? Apply to be a WISE Peer Mentor and guide first-year students in a five-day interfaith pre-orientation program designed to build deep community and engage with a multitude of spiritual communities at Emory and in Atlanta. We welcome applications from all religious, non-religious, spiritual, and ethical identities.
Peer Mentors receive a $600 stipend, enjoy free delicious meals, and early move-in.
Program commitment dates: August 12-21, 2026
A more robust job description can be found on the application here. For questions, please email Liz Martin at elizabeth.ann.martin@emory.edu.
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Remembering Shreya Gowducheruvu
Emory University expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Emory College of Arts and Sciences student and Oxford College alumna Shreya Gowducheruvu.
Her family has invited members of the Emory community to her funeral service on Sunday, February 22 from 10 am-noon at the McDonald Crematory in Cumming, Georgia. Students and employees who would like to travel together by bus from Atlanta campus should register here by Saturday, February 21 at noon: https://forms.gle/K4umUCkWdmibbg5r5.
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Lunch and Learn Book Talk
Hindu and Catholic, Priest and Scholar: A Love Story
Thursday, February 26, Noon, Brooks Commons, Cannon Chapel
Join us for a lunchtime book talk with Fr. Francis X. Clooney of Harvard Divinity School as he discusses his journey and new book Hindu and Catholic, Priest and Scholar: A Love Story. Drawing on his decades of work across Hindu and Christian traditions, Clooney reflects on his personal faith, interreligious study, and immersive engagement with the Hindu tradition as a Jesuit priest.
Sponsored by the Emory University Chaplaincy with the Aquinas Center of Theology, Department of Middle Eastern and South Asian Studies, Department of Religion, and the Hindu Students Association. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/ClooneyBookTalk
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Emory Christian Life: Lenten Labyrinth Walk
Wednedays during Lent: February 25, March 4, March 18, March 25
For Christians, the season of Lent is a season of fasting and preparing our hearts for Holy Week, culminating in Easter. Lent began as a season of preparation for those who would be baptized as Christians on Easter. Through prayer and fasting, they prepared both their body and soul for the sacrament of baptism. Today, we follow in this tradition by fasting or taking on a spiritual practice from Ash Wednesday through Good Friday. These 40 days (not counting the Sundays) are a time to repent and turn our hearts to God. We invite you to consider a spiritual practice for this season.
If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Emory's Christian Chaplain, Rev. Maddie Herlong, at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Ramadan Weeknight Iftars
The Muslim month of Ramadan will span February 18 through March 19, 2026. During this time, Emory Muslim students, faculty, and staff will be observing with daily fasting from dawn through the sunlight hours and nightly iftar communal prayers and dinner. On Atlanta campus, Emory University Muslim Life will hold weeknight Ramadan Iftars in Cannon Chapel with fast-breaking, call to prayer, prayers, and a halal buffet dinner.
Emory Muslim students, faculty, and staff do not need to register, but guests should register by emailing Emory Muslim Chaplain Ustadh Dr. Rahimjon Abdugafurov. Co-sponsored with university leaders, Emory schools, student organizations, and other partners. Location changes will be shared on the Emory Muslim Life elist.
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Emory University Chaplaincy Recap: First Ramadan Iftar of 2026
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On Wednesday, February 18, the Emory University Chaplaincy and Muslim Students Association hosted the first iftar of the month of Ramadan in Cannon Chapel. We wish everyone observing a meaningful fast and look forward to seeing you at these joyful iftars throughout the month.
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Emory University Chaplaincy Recap: Soul Food Gospel Fest
On Sunday, February 15, 2026, Emory's Voice of Inner Strength Gospel Choir and guest gospel choirs from the Greater Atlanta area came together for a celebration with music, liturgical dance, and spoken word. Over a free soul food lunch, approximately 300 participants celebrated Jesus and Black History Month. The event was co-sponsored by the Emory University Chaplaincy, Belonging and Community Justice, College Council, and Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir. To learn more about the Voices of Inner Strength, visit here.
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Emory’s Spring 2026 Living Health and Wellbeing Week: February 23-27
Emory’s Spring 2026 Living Health and Wellbeing Week will focus on compassion and self-kindness, which can help enhance personal well-being journeys and deepen connections. Wellbeing Week invites all members of the university community to explore practical opportunities and strategies to embrace well-being — emphasizing practice, not perfection. Learn more here.
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International Community Friday Lunch
Fridays, 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel, Brooks Commons
- Friday, March 20
- Friday, April 10
International Community Friday Lunch (ICFL) is a long-standing collaboration between the Emory University Chaplaincy and International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). The purpose of these lunches is to extend a warm welcome, share helpful resources from our sponsors, and create a space for the international community to gather over a free meal. ICFL is held in Cannon Chapel's Brooks Commons from 11:30am - 12:30pm.
To ensure we are best serving active participants, we will serve the first 100 students and scholars who arrive for ICFL. We encourage you to arrive as early as possible to enjoy this very popular program. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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International Community Coffee Hour (New Time)
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m., Cannon Chapel, Brooks Commons
- Friday, February 20
- Friday, February 27
- Friday, March 27
International Community Coffee Hour (ICCH) continues as one of the University Chaplaincy and ISSS’ regular programs. This semester, on Fridays when there are not International Lunches, we are adjusting the time of the coffee hour to 10:30 a.m. The coffee hours are a time for the international community to gather over coffee, tea, and light refreshments. During each event, attendees will hear from sponsors and have the opportunity to mingle and talk. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Upcoming Spiritual Life Programs
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Beloved Community Christian Worship and Free Lunch
Sundays during Term, 11:00 a.m. Service, Noon Free Lunch, Cannon Chapel
Emory Beloved Community is a weekly ecumenical Protestant worship service for the campus community, held in Cannon Chapel. All are welcome. For more information, please contact Emory Christian Chaplain Rev. Maddie Herlong at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Beloved Community Spring Bible Study
Tuesdays during Term starting January 20, 6:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center Student Lounge, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Beloved Community invites you to join us for Bible study on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the Interfaith Center student lounge. We’ll be studying the Psalms using The Heart of the Psalms: God’s Word to the World.
For questions, and to sign up, email Emory's Christian Chaplain at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Mindfulness Circle at Interfaith Center
Mondays during Term, 6-7 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center Meditation Room, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Facilitated by Emory Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya Rakkhit Sraman, the Mindfulness Circle is a space exclusively for Emory students to practice mindfulness as a group. Every Monday during the semester, we will engage in a mindfulness exercise followed by conversations around the practices of mindfulness. Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information, please contact Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya at psraman@emory.edu.
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Special Mindfulness Circle: Deep Into the Mind: The Neuroscience of Meditation
Monday, February 23, 6:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center
Collaboration with Georgia Tech's Dr. Paul Verhaeghen and Emory Buddhist Club's Venerable Priya. What does your brain do during meditation? How can we relate this to a Buddhist context? Learn more here.
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Weekly Buddhist Meditation and Dharma Gathering
Thurdays during Term
- 5:15 p.m. Community Tea in Cannon Room 106
- 6:00 p.m. Meditation in Cannon Chapel Sanctuary
Come to enjoy light refreshments before meditation, and to connect with Emory Buddhist Club leaders and friends.
For more information, please contact Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya at psraman@emory.edu.
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EBC Movie Night and Potluck
Friday, February 27, 6:30 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center (1707 N. Decatur Road)
Join the Emory Buddhist Club for a community potluck and film viewing. We will be watching the second film in the Along with the Gods series, “Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days”. Food prepared by members of EBC will also be provided. Although not required, we encourage you to also prepare or bring food or drinks.
We will notify everyone about common allergens that may be present in the food. If you’re interested in participating, we would like to fill out this RSVP form. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact EBC Secretary, Julian Beck at julian.beck@emory.edu e
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Wat Lao Buddha Khanti Retreat
Saturday, February 21, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Wat Lao Buddha Khanti (4052 Zoar Church Rd SW Snellville, GA 30039)
A one-day retreat is being held at the Wat Lao Buddha Khanti temple on February 21. The beautiful temple was built by the local Laotian community where it acts as a space for Buddhist practice and monk residency. The renowned Huong Dao monks leading the walk for peace recently visited the Wat Lao temple during their passage through Georgia to help spread awareness of their message. Now, the temple is hosting a camp that brings the community together through meditation, Dharma learning, discussion, and mindful games. Attendance is free, but $25 donations are encouraged to help support the temple. Transportation will also be provided to Emory students, but registration is required and can be done here. You are welcome to join as a participant and/or as a volunteer.
For questions and if you are planning to join, please contact the Emory Buddhist Chaplain at psraman@emory.edu.
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Muslim Jumu'ah Prayers and Halal Lunch
Fridays Year Round, Prayers 1:55 p.m., Lunch 2:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us for Friday Prayers every week, which will be followed by a hot halal lunch in Brooks Commons during term. Join the Emory Muslim Life elist here.
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Emory MSA: Nasheed Night
Friday, February 20, 6:30 p.m., Brooks Commons, Cannon Chapel
Emory MSA invites you to join us on Friday, February 20 for a night of reflection, nasheed, and remembrance of Allah. Iftar will be provided by Emory OSRL.
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Hindu Aarthi
Fridays during Term, 5-6 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join Emory's Hindu community for weekly prayers and community. All are welcome.
On Friday, February 20, please join us for a special time to be in community as we honor the passing of Emory College of Arts and Sciences student and Oxford College alumna Shreya Gowducheruvu. Samosas and drinks will be available after aarthi in Cannon Chapel Room 106.
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Emory Hindu Life: Hinduism Roundtable
Thursdays during Term, 5:30-6:30 p.m., AMUC 125
Come be part of a welcoming space for thoughtful conversation and community. Every Thursday, we gather from 5:30-6:30 pm in AMUC 125 to discuss Hindu ideas, engage critically, and interact with meaningful readings. Whether you’re deeply rooted in Hinduism or simply curious to learn more, this circle offers a chance to reflect, ask questions, and explore the Hindu tradition. Come with questions and ideas. Snacks will be served.
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Emory Jewish Life: Judaism as a Spiritual Path
Fridays starting January 23, Noon, AMUC 125
Join Emory Jewish Chaplain Rabbi Jordan Braunig for weekly Torah study in AMUC 125. All are welcome. For questions, please email jordan.braunig@emory.edu.
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Chabad at Emory: Shabbat
Fridays during Term, Services 7:30 p.m., Dinner 8:00 p.m., 1500 N Decatur Road, Atlanta, GA 30306
Join fellow Emoryites and experience Shabbat at Chabad. A perfect blend of gourmet food, spirited singing, friendly schmoozing, and inspired ideas. RVSP is a must. Text “Shabbat Dinner” to 404.999.7787 to register. Sponsored by Chabad at Emory. Learn more here.
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Hillel at Emory: Shabbat
6:30 pm Services, 7:00 p.m. Dinner, Marcus Hillel Center
Join Hillel at Emory for Shabbat services and dinner. Learn more here.
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Hillel at Emory: Take Care Tuesdays
Every other Tuesday starting February 3, 4:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel Conference Room 105D
Join Emory Hillel to unwind every other Tuesday. Learn more here.
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MEOR at Emory: Challah Bake, Freshman Shabbat, and JLaw and JBiz Spring 2026 Schedule
MEOR is sponsoring a Challah bake night at 6:00 p.m. on January 28, and a Freshman Shabbat on January 30, both to be held at the Fleshel house. Learn more here.
Learn more about the MEOR JLaw and JBiz spring 2026 schedule below.
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University Catholic Center: Weekly Offerings
- Sunday - Catholic Mass, 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Cannon Chapel
- Tuesday - Catholic Eucharistic Adoration, 5:00 p.m., University Catholic Center, 1753 N Decatur Rd
- Wednesday - Catholic Mass, 5:00 p.m., University Catholic Center, 1753 N Decatur Rd
- Friday - Catholic Mass, 5:00 p.m., University Catholic Center, 1753 N Decatur Rd
We also have the Rosary being prayed as a group on:
- Monday/Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. on the Quad
- Tuesday/Thursday at 1:00 p.m. on the Quad
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Reformed University Fellowship
Mark your calendars for these events so you can come by and see us.
This semester, join RUF every Wednesday in Cannon Chapel for mingling at 7 pm and worship at 7:30 pm. Series is titled, "Who Is This Guy?: The Gospel of Mark."
Learn more about other RUF activities here.
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Bread Coffeehouse
1227 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30307
Visit Bread Coffeehouse or join us for DBS (Dinner, Band, and Stories) on Thursdays at 7:15 p.m. Espresso Bar open M-Th, 12-5 p.m.
To learn more, visit here.
Small Groups are Back
New small groups (or smoops, as we affectionately call them) are forming. If you're interested in cooking, crafting, painting, Bible study, pondering life, playing games, or just hanging out with cool people, there's a small group for you. Please check out the interest form below.
Spring Retreat
We are headed to Woodland Christian Camp February 20-22. Our senior leaders have been hard at work planning since October and are so excited for the weekend to be here. Sign ups are live and a $25 deposit (full payment is $50) is due by 2/5 to guarantee a tshirt. If money is a barrier to being a part of the weekend let us know.
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Emory Graduate Christian Fellowship: Weekly Bible Study
Thursdays during term, 6:00-7:00 p.m., AMUC 125C
Come spend time with reading God’s word with us. No preparation needed, just show up. To learn more, join the GCF GroupMe here.
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Baptist Collegiate Ministry: Large Group Meetings Spring 2026
Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., AMUC 108
It's that time. Doors open at 7:00 pm for pizza and games and Bible study starts at 7:30 pm. Hope to see you there. Learn more here.
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Emory Orthodox Christian Fellowship Faith and Falafel
Every Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 314
As always, come grab free falafel sandwiches, relax, and meet people from all walks of life. Whether you come every week or this would be your first time, we’d love to see you there. Bring a friend, bring your questions, or just bring your appetite.
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International InterVarsity Fellowship
International students and visiting scholars are invited to be a part of the International InterVarsity Christian community. At Cannon Chapel's Brooks Commons each Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. is Tea Talk, a chance to have boba tea and practice English conversation, Fridays at 6:30 p.m. is Dinner and Bible Study, and other activities like hiking trips are announced regularly. Please check and sign up for our coming activities here.
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Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church: Sunday Worship Services
Sundays, 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Glenn Memorial Church
Glenn Memorial UMC invites you to worship with us. A short walk to the front gate of campus, Glenn has a thriving young adult group, and we welcome newcomers anytime. Are you an early riser to get a head start on homework? The 8:30 service might be for you. Do you sleep in on Sundays? We'll catch you at 11:00 am. There is a place for you at Glenn, and we'd love to help you find it.
For more info about worship or young adult ministry, visit our website here https://www.glennumc.org/young-adults or contact Director of Young Adult Ministries Sutton Smith at 334-707-1486.
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Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church: Solidarity Event for Immigration Justice
Wednesday, February 25, 12:15-1:00 p.m., Glenn Memorial UMC
Concurrently with the UMC-led procession for justice in DC next week, Glenn United Methodist Church will hold a solidarity event next Wednesday, 2/25 at 12:15 p.m. for those who would like to participate but can't travel to DC.
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Wesley Fellowship at Emory University
Wesley Fellowship is a campus ministry for undergraduates and graduate students at Emory University. Wesley Fellowships and Foundations exist all over the country as ministries of the United Methodist Church, giving students the opportunity for community and spiritual formation. Wesley ministries are named for John Wesley (1703-1791), the founder of the Methodist movement.
Wesley is a United Methodist college ministry housed at Glenn Memorial UMC on Emory's campus. We are open-minded, LGBTQ-affirming, and justice-seeking. Follow us on Instagram @emorywesleyfellowship and join our GroupMe to stay connected. Reach out to Director Sutton Smith at ssmith@glennumc.org with questions.
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Candler School of Theology: Chapel Worship Schedule
Tuesdays and Thursdays during Term, 11:05 a.m. - 12 p.m., Cannon Chapel Sanctuary
All are welcome to join the Candler community in ecumenical Christian worship. View the Candler worship schedule here.
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Friends Meeting for Worship at Emory (Quakers)
Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 106
Join us for silent worship and reflection. All students, faculty, and staff welcome. For further information, please contact Professor Christine Moe, Department of Global Health, at clmoe@emory.edu.
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Emory Black Student Union: Black History Month Calendar
Learn more about EBSU Black History Month programming here.
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Candler School of Theology: World Christianity through Middle Eastern Eyes and Experience
Wednesday, February 25, 11:00 am-1:00 pm, RARB 252
Sponsored by Candler’s World Christianity program, this event will feature Mitri Raheb, founder and president of Dar al-Kalima University, Bethlehem. Raheb’s presentation will cover World Christianity from Middle Eastern perspectives and experiences, building on decolonial theory and his extensive work as Palestinian liberation theologian identifying several critical issues that are underrepresented in World Christianity scholarship today. Among other things, he plans to explore the treatment of geography as neutral rather than as contested theological space as well as the reproduction of Western Islamophobic narratives that distort fourteen centuries of Christian-Muslim coexistence in West Asia.
Raheb’s presentation will be followed by short presentations by Reyhan Durmaz, associate professor of religious studies at the University of Pennsylvania, and Deanna F. Womack, associate professor of history of religions and interfaith studies at Candler.
For more information, contact World Christianity program director Jehu Hanciles at jjhanciles@emory.edu.
Boxed lunches will be provided for the first 50 registrants. Register here.
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Emory Center for the Study of Law and Religion: Jewish Law and International Law
Wednesday, February 25, 4:15 p.m., Hunter Atrium at Emory Law or Zoom
The Center for the Study of Law and Religion and the Center for International and Comparative Law are pleased to host a book talk and panel discussion of Jewish Law and International Law: Sovereignty and Exogenous Authority in a Transnational World. The event will include remarks from author Michael Broyde and panelists Maria Teresa Gil Bazo, Rabea Benhalim, and Judith Hahn.
If you would like to attend, please register for in person attendance here and virtual attendance here.
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Performing Foxtrots from Auschwitz-Birkenau
Thursday, February 26, 8:00 p.m., Tharp Rehearsal Hall
Patricia Hall (Professor Emerita, University of Michigan) has been researching manuscripts at the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum for the last nine years and was interviewed on the PBS NewsHour. Performances of the Music from Auschwitz manuscripts took place in January 2025 for International Holocaust Remembrance Day at Wigmore Hall, London, Music of Remembrance, Seattle, and at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum. Learn more and RSVP here.
Sponsored by Emory Film and Media, Music Department, Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, and The Hightower Fund.
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Emory Global Engagement: Black History Month Field Trip
Saturday, February 28, 2026
Emory Global Engagement and its International Student and Scholar Services team will lead a field trip to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in downtown Atlanta as part of its Black History Month programming. This field trip is free to all Emory students and scholars and includes transportation, lunch, and admission into both the National Center for Civil and Human Rights and The King Center. Space is limited and will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.
Click here for more information, and instructions on how to register to attend.
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Save the Date: Emory Hiring Expo at Candler
Tuesday, March 3, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., RARB Atrium
Ready to launch your career? Don’t miss the Emory Hiring Expo. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 3, and join us in the Candler Atrium from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM for an incredible opportunity to connect, explore, and grow.
This one-stop event brings together full-time roles, temporary positions, and summer internships—all in one place.
- Network with Emory recruiters
- Discover opportunities that match your skills and passions
- Explore career paths across Emory University
And that’s not all—meet the chaplains from the Emory University Chaplaincy to learn about resources that support your personal and spiritual well-being. Open to the Emory community. Your next career move starts here—don’t miss it.
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Science on Spiritual Health Symposium 2026
Wednesday, March 25, 1:00-5:30 p.m., AMUC Harland Cinema
Discover MOSAIC: Psychedelics and Religious Traditions. The MOSAIC initiative meets two significant needs: providing culturally competent, beneficial care to psychedelic experiencers; and informing the ongoing debates surrounding the use of and access to psychedelic compounds. Free onsite and online streaming access for Emory students, faculty and staff.
Use coupon code SOS26FREE to register for the free onsite and online streaming access.
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Free Screening of "Citizens Revival"
Thursday, March 5, 6:00 p.m., Tara Theater
Networking: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Movie: 7:00 p.m.
Conversation: 8:30 p.m.
Join local advocacy organizations for a director's cut screening and discussion of a new documentary: "Citizens Revival." This thought-provoking film explores the power of grassroots movements in shaping our civic communities, particularly focusing on art, activism and civic participation. RSVP here (You will not be able to get in with out this).
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Safety Net Training
Tuesday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., The Carter Center
The Multi-Faith Neighbors Network (MFNN), in partnership with The Georgia Democracy Resilience Network, invites you to a Safety Net Training on March 31 at The Carter Center in downtown Atlanta. Safety Net is a training tool that was created by MFNN in partnership with Search for Common Ground and the Polarization & Extremism Research & Innovation Lab at American University to help put resources in the hands of congregational and civic leaders that help communities push back against polarization, extreme rhetoric, violence, and more. In a time when division and polarization is increasing, we want to provide tangible resources that will equip you to lead your congregation or civic organization to peacefully push back and help prevent polarization from growing.
Registration is absolutely free, and includes both breakfast and lunch, but please register for each person who is planning to attend so we can have the appropriate food prepared. Please register here.
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Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
February 18-March 15, 2026
Tickets are now on sale for the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, which returns theaters February 18 –March 3, and streaming March 6 – 15. The festival promises another unforgettable celebration of Jewish culture and cinematic storytelling.
For more information on the schedule and film selections, click here.
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New York Insight Meditation Center: Living An Ethic of Love – Celebrating Black Dharma Teachings
February 2-27, 2026
Folks of African descent carry a rich legacy of contemplation—an enduring wisdom that, even in the face of colonization and enslavement, has taught us how to pause, rest, and reconnect with what is most true. This February, New York Insight invites you to explore that legacy through a month-long series of Black dharma teachings, offered as a daily practice of reflection, resilience, and connection.
Each weekday throughout February, participants will receive an email with a prerecorded dharma talk from a Black dharma teacher. These teachings are designed to meet you where you are, offering insight and grounding in daily life. All talks remain accessible for at least one year, allowing you to engage at your own pace. Learn more and register here.
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Opportunities and Resources
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Barre Center for Buddhist Studies: Touching the Earth Retreat
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026
The Barre Center for Buddhist Studies will be hosting a 3-week summer retreat in Vermont. It is an amazing opportunity for those interested in reconnecting with nature and fostering contemplation and community. Applications will be open until March 15th, and scholarships for the retreat can be applied for. For additional information & access to the application visit the websites link here:
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Avodah: Jewish Service Corps
Deadline: February 26, 2026
The Jewish Service Corps is an immersive service year program running September 2025 - August 2026 for emerging changemakers ages 21-26. Participants spend a year serving full-time at a non-profit in Chicago, New Orleans, New York, or Washington, DC while living and learning in a justice-oriented, pluralistic Jewish community. Corps Members are placed full-time at leading nonprofits and contribute to our partners’ work on crucial justice issues. Corps Members are supported in their work by robust programming that allows participants to explore different visions for movements for justice, the role of community in building a more just world, and how they want to show up as Jewish people in justice work. Apply here by February 26 if you are interested. For more information, please contact Avodah's team using this form.
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Spring 2026 Therapy and Support Groups
CAPS offers a number of differ therapy and support groups each semester. Review the schedule above for more information. For questions, please contact alexandra.j.scott@emory.edu.
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United Methodist Higher Education Foundation Scholarships Available
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Students are invited to apply for scholarships from the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation to help fund the 2026-2027 academic year. Annually, they award upwards of $2 million to hundreds of students planning to attend a United Methodist-related school, including Emory. Visit their website here for more information.
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Eagle Food Pantry and Donations
The Eagle Food Pantry is a free food pantry for Emory University Students housed at Bread Coffeehouse. We are open Fridays from 9 am-5 pm during the semester and can be found at 1227 Clifton Rd. Students can visit the pantry as many times as needed and there is no food limit.
Donations can be made through our Amazon wishlist, our website, or dropped off at Bread Monday-Thursday 12-5 pm. Our most desired items are pasta, pasta sauce, oatmeal packets, peanut butter, jelly, granola bars, fruit cups, canned beans, canned veggies, and canned soup. For questions, please email eaglefoodpantry@breadcoffeehouse.org.
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Weekly Spiritual Gatherings
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There is a plethora of weekly religious and philosophical gatherings offered at Emory. Many of them are listed here and at the button below.
Check back for more weekly gatherings as the semester gets started.
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Emory University Chaplaincy: Chaplain Office Hours in AMUC 125
Monday-Friday starting January 20, Noon-2 p.m., AMUC 125
Emory University Chaplaincy chaplains are available Monday through Friday from approximately Noon-2 pm during term in AMUC Suite 125 to offer pastoral care and have meetings with students, faculty, and staff. The general schedule is below and may vary semester to semester.
- Monday: Rev. Maddie Herlong
- Tuesday: Ven. Priya Rakkhit Sraman
- Wednesday: Ustadh Dr. Rahimjon Abdugafurov
- Thursday: Pandit Rajeev Persaud
- Friday: Rabbi Jordan Braunig
To schedule a time with a chaplain outside of these hours, please contact them directly here.
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Religious Accommodations: List of Major Religious Holidays 2025-26
Emory OSRL seeks to provide guidance for the Emory community regarding upcoming religious holiday observances that may impact the community by providing a list of major religious holidays observed by sizeable religious demographic groups within the Emory community. These are provided in order to assist community members with avoiding potential schedule conflicts. For more information, please click here. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Upcoming Religious Holidays
These events are drawn from the multifaith calendar maintained by the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life at Harvard Divinity School. To see more upcoming religious holidays and festivals, please click here.
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Ramadan
Wed., Feb. 18 – Wed., Mar. 18, 2026
Tradition: Islam
The Holy Month of Ramadan is the month of fasting during which Muslims who are physically able do not eat or drink from the first sign of dawn until sunset in honor of the first revelations to the Prophet Muhammad. The evening meal is celebrated with family.
Clean Monday
Mon., Feb. 23, 2026
Tradition: Christianity-Orthodox, Christianity-Roman Catholic
The first day of Great Lent throughout Eastern Christianity.
Great Lent
Mon., Feb. 23 – Sat., Apr. 11, 2026
Tradition: Christianity-Orthodox
In Orthodox churches, the first day of Lent marks the beginning of the Great Fast, the final six weeks of a 10-week period leading up to Holy Week and Easter (Pascha). In the churches that follow the Gregorian calendar, Lent is a six-week observance (40 days excluding Sundays) beginning with Ash Wednesday and culminating in Holy Week. It is a time of repentance and sacrifice in preparation for Easter.
Nineteen Day Fast
Mon., Mar. 2 – Fri., Mar. 20, 2026
Tradition: Baha'i
A designated 19-day period of fasting each year immediately before the Bahá’í New Year. The fasting is seen as a period of spiritual preparation and regeneration for the new year ahead.
Purim
Mon., Mar. 2, 2026
Tradition: Judaism
Celebrates the rescue of the Jews of ancient Persia from a plot to destroy them as related in the Book of Esther, which is read at this time. Purim is a joyous holiday, celebrated by wearing costumes, giving gifts to friends, giving to the poor and socializing. Preceded by the Fast of Esther, Purim is a day of feasting.
Holi
Tue., Mar. 3, 2026
Tradition: Hinduism
A joyous spring Hindu festival that is dedicated to Krishna in some parts of India; in other parts of India, it is dedicated to Kama, the God of Pleasure. People throw colored water or colored powder in celebration.
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Emory University Chaplaincy ENews is published weekly during term by the Emory University Chaplaincy, publicizing Atlanta-campus spiritual life programs. It is not a comprehensive listing. For Oxford College spiritual life, please click here. To submit information or to update your preferences, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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