2024 Archive
Oxford College | September 26, 2024
The Oxford College campus buzzed with insights as more than 40 speakers and performers across disciplines presented at the inaugural Ideas Festival Emory Sept. 20-22.
Oxford College | September 26, 2024
Oxford Associate Professor Sarah Fankhauser has been awarded a $1.2 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to transform the way that young scientists communicate. The grant, from the Division of Research on Learning, marks the largest grant awarded to a principal investigator at the college.
Oxford College | September 20, 2024
Two Emory students will have the opportunity to intern with Jermaine Dupri and So So Def Recordings next spring, the renowned music executive shared during the Ideas Festival’s keynote.
Oxford College | September 19, 2024
'Are you ready for it?'! Oxford College of Emory University launched a new sociology course this fall focusing on singing icon Taylor Swift.
Oxford College | September 5, 2024
Emory's class of 2024 Woodruff Scholars includes four outstanding students from Oxford College.
Oxford College | August 30, 2024
Oxford College welcomed students back to campus with Orientation Week and Convocation.
Emory University | August 6, 2024
Jermaine Dupri will be one of more than 40 pioneering speakers at the inaugural festival designed to foster conversations, showcase eminent scholars and engage in idea sharing.
Oxford College | August 6, 2024
This summer, Oxford students participated in international trips that deepened their understanding of the world, inspired meaningful connections, and broadened their perspectives as global citizens.
Emory University | July 29, 2024
SURE — the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience program — helps to shape a community of scholars who explore their interests with full-time research, mentorship, professional development and networking.
Oxford College | July 10, 2024
Neufeld's work over nearly two decades at Oxford has supported her belief that libraries should be "the most welcoming place to people from all walks of life."
Emory University | June 4, 2024
Open to Emory and the broader community, the Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement’s inaugural celebration will bring noted speakers, music, food and more to the Oxford College campus this fall.
Oxford College | May 20, 2024
Cepin brings a track record of innovative leadership, community building, and student development to Oxford College.
Oxford College | May 16, 2024
The annual awards ceremony celebrated students and their many accomplishments throughout the academic year.
Oxford College | May 15, 2024
On May 11, Oxford’s 179th Commencement ceremony began to the familiar sound of bagpipes, each note in celebration of the 480 graduates who completed the college’s transformative two-year curriculum.
Emory University | May 10, 2024
Of all her experiences at Oxford, Sara Larson is most thankful for the opportunity to explore academically, socially and personally. She’ll take what she learned to the Atlanta campus and keep building connections on all levels.
Oxford College | May 9, 2024
Molly McGehee—Oxford senior associate dean for teaching, scholarship, & strategic initiatives—has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the Exemplary Teacher of the Year award, an Emory-wide distinction that honors a faculty member for significant contributions to the university. The award will be presented by Provost Bellamkonda at Oxford's Commencement on May 11. Learn more about Molly's story and her impact on Oxford and Emory at the link below.
Oxford College | May 7, 2024
The exhibit is designed to be incorporated into the curriculum and expands opportunities for student research.
Emory University | April 17, 2024
Led by Oxford professor Kenneth Carter, the center has hired new staff and launched programming while planning its inaugural public scholarship festival Sept. 20-22.
Oxford College | March 22, 2024
This spring, the Oxford Center for Pathways and Purpose (CPP) is bringing together new and existing programs and resources across the college to help students flourish and develop their personal and professional ambitions.
Oxford College | March 21, 2024
The Oxford College Board of Counselors and Alumni Board will support a variety of student flourishing initiatives.
Emory University | March 1, 2024
Four outstanding Emory College students representing academic achievement and passionate curiosity across the liberal arts and sciences have been selected to be Bobby Jones Scholars at the University of St Andrews in Scotland.
Oxford College | March 1, 2024
Quave—Emory School of Medicine assistant dean of research cores, curator of the Emory Herbarium, and associate professor in the Department of Dermatology and at the Center for the Study of Human Health—will deliver this year’s keynote address.
Oxford College | February 27, 2024
Associate Professor Jack Hardy gives students the tools to express themselves through the study of linguistics.
Emory University | February 26, 2024
The first in his family to attend college, Warren Brook could not afford international travel while a student at Oxford. After creating an endowment for study abroad and travel courses, Warren and Kathy Brook are bequeathing their estate to the college.
Oxford College | February 6, 2024
The fellows were supported by Oxford's Center for Pathways and Purpose, which amplifies programs and resources to provide students with enriching developmental opportunities.
Oxford College | January 30, 2024
Oxford's newest students arrived on campus in January with fresh perspectives after a fall semester of personal exploration.
Oxford College | January 19, 2024
Several student groups and a Newton County community choir performed at the annual celebration.
Oxford College | November 14, 2024
The Oxford Organic Farm celebrated its 10th anniversary on October 26, bringing together faculty, staff, students, alumni, and visitors in town for Family Weekend.
Oxford College | November 8, 2024
Travis Jordan, a seasoned marketing executive, will join Oxford College of Emory University as Senior Director of Communications and Marketing later this month.
Oxford College | November 6, 2024
With picture postcard weather and Oxford’s campus decked out in Autumn finery, families and friends joined students for the beloved tradition of Family Weekend from October 25-27.
Oxford College | November 4, 2024
Award-winning journalist, book author, legal commentator, and former prosecutor Nancy Grace engaged with Oxford students during a recent True Crime Storytelling Discovery Seminar.
Oxford College | November 4, 2024
This fall, Oxford College launched the Impact Lab, an initiative offering students hands-on engagement with real-world industry professionals.