March 3, 2025

Charlize Samuels, left, answered further questions about the project and showcased details at the poster session after the presentation. — Avery D. Spalding, Emory Photo/Video

Emory students display innovations in artificial intelligence research

At the AI.Data Lab showcase held by Emory’s Center for AI Learning, students across various disciplines presented their findings resulting from semester-long research projects, in which they applied a variety of methods to address humanitarian issues such as food insecurity, business development in Atlanta and bias in art.

Corporate sponsors for the student teams included The Carter Center, Invest Atlanta, the Michael C. Carlos Museum and TechBridge.

Charlize Samuels, a master’s student in Economics at Emory University’s Laney Graduate School, presented her team’s findings at the symposium. Their project was sponsored by TechBridge, a nonprofit organization that provided the team with years of transactional data across food bank and distributor networks. Students were asked to examine the supply chain and public health impacts of TechBridge’s software.

“I try to think about everything in economics terms, which is really the main inspiration for this project,” says Samuels, who participates in a 4+1 program that allows students to obtain both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in five years.

Read more in the Emory Report.

Student Union Collective Bargaining Update

Emory University and SEIU Workers United, Southern Region Local 29, held a productive collective bargaining session on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

The Union presented amended proposals covering health insurance, parking and transportation, leave provisions, food security and housing. The University presented amended proposals on workspace. The parties also discussed the Teaching Assistant Training and Teaching Opportunity (TATTO) program and its relationship to teaching assistant job assignments.

The next session will take place on March 13. Updates will be provided in the Grad Report as negotiations progress.

Master Your Job Search with LinkedIn

Unlock the power of LinkedIn beyond the basics.

Join us on Wednesday, March 5 for two engaging virtual workshops designed to help graduate students and postdocs elevate their job search strategies. Learn how to make your profile stand out, connect with industry professionals, and leverage LinkedIn’s tools to advance your career.

Beyond the Professoriate — Going Beyond LinkedIn

When: 12 – 1 p.m.

Beyond Graduate School — Using LinkedIn in Your Job Search

When: 2-3 p.m.

Both sessions will be recorded. It’s not too late to register!

Register for the AI, Systems and Society Conference

Graduate students interested in the ethical implications of AI are invited to the AI, Systems, and Society Conference at Emory University on March 7-8.

This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with practitioners, researchers, and scholars on the challenges of AI, data, and quantitative methods. Hosted at the Emory University Center for Ethics, the conference runs from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. each day, with meals and snacks provided.

Admission is free, but registration is required.

Ask RCRA Open House

The Office of Research Compliance and Regulatory Affairs (RCRA) will host its monthly "Ask RCRA" community forum to discuss important research compliance information, including regulatory updates and institutional changes in policies and procedures.

Topics of discussion will include minors in research, export controls (exclusion screening and CUI), SciENcv, and other regulatory updates.

When: Tuesday, March 11
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Register here

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Questions? Participants are encouraged to submit questions to researchcompliance@emory.edu or aaliyah.saran.van.de.cruize@emory.edu before the session.

Job Opportunity – Graduate Assistant for Marketing Operations

The Pathways Center is seeking a graduate assistant for marketing operations to support SharePoint updates, marketing technology platforms, and provide audio-visual and event support. This role offers hands-on experience in digital tools, troubleshooting, and operational support for marketing initiatives.

Application deadline: March 10

Learn more and apply here

The Reducetarian Fellowship

Are you looking to create a more sustainable, healthy and compassionate world? The Reducetarian Fellowship is a one-year experience designed to foster a more diverse, sustainable, and impactful movement by empowering young advocates and innovators to transform our food system.

Why should you apply? Participants will receive:

Individualized mentorship and guidance.
Introductions to impactful partner organizations in the program’s network.
Seminars and workshops with experts and leaders and more!

Application deadline: April 15, 2025

Compensation: $5,750 per fellow (conditions apply)

Check out the full fellowship description

Nat C. Robertson Graduate Fellowship in Science and Society

The Nat C. Robertson Endowment in Science and Society in collaboration with the Institute for the Liberal Arts (ILA), offers a year-long graduate student fellowship open to current LGS PhD students in any discipline.

Why should you apply? The fellow will:

work with ILA faculty to facilitate a pre-existing course in the fall,
develop a new course, team-teach an existing course with an ILA faculty member, or propose a semester-long project with undergraduates that builds on the fellow’s research interests and integrates multiple disciplines (in the spring).

Award: $12,000 for one academic year

Application deadline: March 28, 2025

Apply here

View more on our Fellowships and Grants web page

International Graduate Students and Scholars Career Advice and Social Event (CASE)

The International Graduate Students and Scholars club will host a professional development event to bring together international alumni from the Department of Chemistry.

Alumni will chat about some of the hurdles they’ve faced when entering the job market and share how to secure positions in academia and in the industry.

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity you don’t want to miss, register here.

Spots are on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Application deadline: 5 p.m., Friday, March 7

When: Friday, April 11

Time: 7-9 p.m.

Questions? Joseph Mancuso or Rachel Fitzgerald

ELSP Workshop on AI-Aided Communication with Hannah Nicol

Do you have an interest in exploring generative AI and how it can be used to enhance communication, writing, and language skills development? If so, the AI-Aided Communication workshop led by Hannah Nicol, applied linguist and international training specialist, is for you.

What will participants learn?

Best practices for using chatbots as a virtual conversation partner, brainstorming collaborator, or writing assistant.
How to emphasize critical evaluation of AI outputs and mindful integration into communication and writing processes.
How to develop actionable strategies to use AI tools effectively in their academic and professional endeavors.

Light lunch/refreshments will be provided.

Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

When: Friday, March 21

Where: Cox Computing Center, Classroom A

Space is limited: Register here

Questions? Contact Grace Song, assistant director of ELSP

ELSP Workshops Series Presents: Interviewing Skills (The STAR Technique & More)

Interested in Strengthening Interview Skills?

The English Language Support Program (ELSP) is looking for participants for an upcoming two-part interview skills workshop designed to help students articulate their academic experiences clearly and effectively. Whether preparing for a job interview or another professional opportunity, this series will provide valuable strategies for success.

Workshop Overview:

Part 1:

Learn the STAR Technique and how to apply it to common interview questions.
Develop responses that highlight achievements, experiences, and skills.

Part 2:

Receive personalized feedback from English Language Specialists and peers.
Participate in mock interviews to refine responses.
Practice using voice and body language to convey confidence and engagement.

📅 When: Two 90-minute sessions over two weeks in early April

Those interested in participating can express interest here..

For questions, contact Heather Boldt, Director of ELSP, at hboldt@emory.edu

Tax Support for International Students

Emory’s International Student and Scholars office provides several resources to help international students and scholars file their taxes before the Tuesday, April 15 deadline:

ISSS Taxes webpage: While ISSS staff are not tax experts, they have created a dedicated webpage with helpful information.
Tax Preparation Software: Emory offers access to Sprintax, a tax preparation software for international students and scholars.
Free Tax Webinars: Sprintax also hosts free webinars covering topics such as filing requirements for non-residents, necessary forms, and more. Details will be posted in the "Get Help" section of the ISSS Taxes webpage when available.

Questions? Consult the ISSS Tax FAQ, the Emory Tax Office FAQ or email them at nonresident.tax@emory.edu.

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, associate director of student affairs

Shannon Marsh, student affairs program coordinator