February 2, 2026

Build community during the Flourishing at Laney kick-off

Graduate school can be deeply rewarding, but it can also feel isolating at times. Flourishing at Laney recognizes that moments of loneliness are a common part of the graduate journey, and that students thrive when they have opportunities to connect, be seen, and build community alongside rigorous academic training.

Flourishing at Laney integrates academic success with wellbeing, mentoring, professional development, and community—supporting students intellectually, personally, and professionally, and reminding them that they do not have to navigate graduate school alone.

The Flourishing at Laney kickoff will feature a student-moderated panel discussion with faculty, staff and alumni who will reflect honestly on their graduate journeys—including moments of challenge, uncertainty, connection, and growth—and share how community played a role in their ability to flourish.

The event will also include great food, opportunities to connect with fellow students and staff, fun door prizes, and a few surprises along the way. Whether you’re looking to meet new people, reconnect, or simply spend time in a welcoming space, you’re invited to join us and be part of this growing community.

📍 Thursday, February 12 | 4–6 p.m. 
📍 Klamon Room, Claudia Nance Rollins Building 
👥 All graduate students, faculty, and staff welcome 

Registration is encouraged.

Save the Date: Spring Office Hours with Dean Kimberly Jacob Arriola

LGS Dean Kimberly Jacob Arriola is offering an opportunity for all LGS students to connect directly one-on-one during her office hours.

Upcoming Office Hours

9:30 a.m., Thursday, Mar. 5
11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Apr. 22

Location: North Decatur Building, Suite 200

Individual appointments will be first come, first serve with sign-in upon arrival. Light refreshments will be offered while you wait.

New Spring Skills Training Sessions

This spring, Laney Graduate School is continuing its Skills Training Lunch and Learn series, designed to equip students with practical skills that support academic success, research excellence, and professional growth.

The first session on data visualization introduces core principles of effective data visualization, including when to use different plot types, how to choose between tables and figures, and how to ensure accessibility (e.g., color choices). Emphasis on fundamental skills and clear communication of data.

Registration deadline: Tuesday, Feb. 17
Time: 12-1:30 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 24
Location: Candler School of Theology Room 252

You are encouraged to sign up for the March and April sessions as well. Please be on the lookout for all event updates, including locations.

Questions? Contact Emily Neutens, EdD, MPA, associate director, student affairs

Public Speaking Workshop and 3MT Application Deadline Extended

Want to feel more confident explaining your research—on stage or in conversation? Join this interactive Public Speaking Workshop, where you’ll practice communicating complex ideas with clarity and impact in a supportive environment.

Take your presentation skills to the next level. During this workshop participants will learn how to speak with clarity and confidence, manage nerves and engage any audience and deliver a clear, impactful message.

This workshop is especially helpful if you’re applying to or preparing for the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition or Master’s Showcase.

📌 Application deadline extension: Applications for 3MT® and the Master’s Showcase are due Feb. 3.

👉 Register for the workshop here

👉Register for the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition or Master’s Showcase here

🚨THIS WEDNESDAY!🚨The Ethical Future of AI & Entrepreneurship

Are you interested in learning more about the ethical future of AI and entrepreneurship? If so, join the interactive panel and conversation hosted by the computer science master’s program.

All LGS students are welcome!

Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, February 4
Location: The Hatchery, 1578 Avenue Pl #200, Atlanta, GA 30329

👉Register here

Questions? Contact Mathew Estrada, computer science, program coordinator, at mdestra@emory.edu.

2026 Atlantis Symposium

Submit your abstract today! Undergraduates, graduate students, medical students, residents, medical fellows, postdoctoral research fellows, and junior faculty (assistant professor or below) conducting non-malignant kidney, urology, and hematology research are all invited to submit abstracts to the 2026 ATLANTIS Symposium.

Top abstracts may be selected for oral presentation. Oral and rapid fire presenters will be notified by end of day March 13, 2026.

Application deadline: 4:59 p.m., Monday, Feb. 16

Symposium date: Wednesday, Apr. 15

Visit the abstract portal

Questions? Email Mikayla Zachos at kflowe4@emory.edu

Emory Writing Center Spring Offerings

Beginning today, through May 2, the Emory Writing Center (EWC) is offering one-on-one writing tutorials for the spring semester. EWC assists writers of all levels, at any stage of their process, across disciplines, and in several languages.

Make Appointments in WCOnline! Students, staff, and faculty in affiliated programs may sign up for two appointments per week, here. When scheduling an appointment, click “MAIN SCHEDULE”.

Class Visits: If you would like to invite an EWC writing tutor to visit your class and help encourage students to use their services or join their staff, contact Melissa Yang, director of EWC.

Location: Tutors are available in Callaway N111 (Emory quad, ground floor, keycards required for access) and on Zoom

Questions? Contact Melissa Yang, director, Emory Writing Center

2026 Martin Luther Brittain Award Call for Nominations

The Marion Luther Brittain Award is presented each year to two graduating students (one undergraduate and one graduate) from any academic division of the University who are considered to have performed the most “significant, meritorious, and devoted service to Emory University.”

Fall 2025 or spring 2026 graduates are eligible for nomination.

Submit nomination letters via the nomination form by Monday, February 16, 2026.

Questions? Email Sandra Edwards at sandra.edwards@emory.edu

Read award information

Gradiator Grad Student Group

Looking for a supportive space to connect with other graduate students? CAPS offers a grad student support group, along with other group counseling opportunities.

For more information, visit the CAPS website

Academic Success Resources

Are you looking for some help related to procrastination, imposter syndrome, test anxiety, perfectionism, or attention and concentration challenges? Check out the resources available on CAPS website.

In addition, the LGS Student Affairs Team is here to support every phase of your educational journey, so reach out any time! They can connect you to resources, answer questions you might have, or discuss concerns.

Explore these topics and other student affairs-related topics by contacting an LGS Student Affairs team member:

Jennifer M. Cason, EdD, assistant dean of student affairs and deputy Title IX coordinator

Emily Neutens, EdD, MPA, associate director of student affairs

Shannon Marsh, student affairs program coordinator