Dear Faculty and Staff Colleagues,
Dean of Emory College Barbara Krauthamer and I met with a small group of former Oxford students to discuss their transition and experience at Emory College. They had wonderful things to say about so many of you! I look forward to thinking through their suggestions and ideas.
This Friday, February 23, I encourage you to stop by the Staff and Faculty Game Night Reception in the library from 4:00–6:00 p.m. There will be food and fun arcade and board games to play like Pac-Man, pinball, and more. This is a great opportunity to gather with friends and colleagues in the midst of a busy semester.
I also recommend you visit the library’s excellent new digital exhibit, “The Work Is Never Finished: Building Inclusive Archives.” The exhibit explores early Oxford history and the university’s role in Native American dispossession and slavery. You can read more about how it can be incorporated into your classroom here.
Warmly,
Badia
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Oxford Communications is featuring a staff member each week to help us get to know our colleagues. To nominate a staff colleague to answer our five-question profile for publication in future issues, please contact [email protected]. You can also nominate yourself!
NAME: Andrew Gray
TITLE/DEPT: Senior Coordinator — Facility Planning and Operations
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How long have you been at Oxford? |
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I have been at Oxford for two years, but in my current position for two-and-a-half months now. I work with my team to help ensure that the campus runs smoothly and efficiently. My primary focus falls mainly on the operations side, which focuses more on buildings and facilities and making sure they are running at peak performance. |
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What do you like best about your job and about Oxford? |
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I have grown to love the sense of community here at Oxford—especially having a team of colleagues that truly wants the best for you in both your work and personal life. I love that in my position I get to feel like a part of each department here on campus and get to have my hand on each facet of our campus and how it runs. |
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What is your favorite song/tv show/movie/restaurant/podcast? |
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It's always hard to pick a favorite, but currently my favorite music is anything by Noah Kahan or Teddy Swims, as well as Wintergreen by The East Pointers. I enjoy watching anime and the Naruto series would be my favorite; it really taps into the nostalgia of my inner child. If there is a good ramen joint, like Jinya or Kyuramen, I'm there! |
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What makes you happy or brings you joy? |
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My happiness comes from hanging out at home with my wife (Abelina: OES Administrative Assistant) and cats. We enjoy crafting, and lately I have learned how to crochet. There isn't anything much better than crocheting next to your wife with a cat in your lap! |
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Please complete this sentence: It might surprise people to know that I... |
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...have a BFA in ceramics, and can make a pretty good mug! |
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Ken Carter, Charles Howard Candler Professor of Psychology and Founding Director of the Emory Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement, is the host for Season 3 of Emory's 2O36 podcast. Listen to the first episode here.
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Nicholas Fesette, Assistant Professor of Theater, recently gave a talk about “Tech & Society Salon: Stop Cop City” through the Surveillance and Technology Oversight Project (S.T.O.P.). The talk can be viewed on YouTube here.
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Bamba Ndiaye, Assistant Professor of African Studies, had his latest piece picked up by several major news outlets including the BBC, ABC-Australia and the New York Times, which requested interviews for further analyses. The article talks about the recent and abrupt cancellation of the Senegalese presidential election (initially scheduled for February 25, 2024) and the subsequent protest movement that unfolded. You can read the article here. For more information and deep analysis about the political situation, listen to the latest episode of Dr. Bamba Ndiaye's podcast here.
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Lyn Pace, College Chaplain, recently had his article titled, "Leaning into the complexities of life during Lent" published in The Covington News. You can read the article here.
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Michael Woodworth 04Ox 06C 18G, MD, MSc, FIDSA (Infectious Diseases), has been honored with the prestigious 2024 ASCI Young Physician Award. His outstanding contributions to research have earned him a spot among the top 50 physician-scientists annually, as recognized by the Young Physician-Scientist Awards (YPSA). You can read more here.
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On March 8 at 7:00 p.m. at the Porter Performing Arts Center, the show BE-SPOKEN will be performed by Emorja Roberson, Assistant Professor of Music and African American Studies. The title, BE-SPOKEN, is a nod to the term "bespoke." The work uses sacred texts and music genres to address themes of Black empowerment, justice for police violence within Black and Brown communities, and hope for a more prosperous future. During the worldwide shutdown, violent atrocities committed upon the Black community were unavoidably visible. Our nation, once again, struggles to reconcile its original sin of slavery and its lasting institutionalized legacy, racism. BE-SPOKEN is a cantata that explores the themes of loss and joy and celebrates Blackness. The work begins with a field song and moves through gospel, funk, and hip-hop. The text and music for the work was written by Emorja Roberson, Anthony T. Walker, and Chavis Gill (aka “King Chav”). You can purchase tickets here.
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Polaroid Stories - OxTheater's Spring Production |
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An OxTheater Production of Naomi Lizuka's Polaroid Stories will be performed at Tarbutton Performing Arts Center on February 29, March 1, and March 2 at 7:30 p.m. and also on March 2 at 3:00 p.m. You can purchase tickets for the show here. Step into the gritty and fantastical world of Polaroid Stories by Naomi Lizuka, a raw and enthralling fusion of classical mythology and the harsh realities faced by street kids. This compelling narrative unfolds on the desolate outskirts of a city, where an abandoned pier becomes a haven for dreamers, dealers, and desperadoes. Inspired by Ovid's Metamorphoses, Lizuka weaves a tale where myth-making becomes a lifeline for those pushed to society's fringe.
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Pathways Internship Funding |
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Pathways Internship Funding applications are now open. These one-time awards can reduce financial barriers that keep a student from saying "yes" to their dream internship, research, or applied arts opportunity this summer. Pathways funding can cover cost-of-living expenses such as airfare, housing, commuting, and food. Students can receive up to $4,000 for global experiences, $3,000 for domestic experiences. Students must have an offer in hand to apply. Priority deadline is March 24. You can learn more here.
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CSCE 2024 Call for Submissions: |
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The Oxford College Library is now accepting submissions for this year's Celebration of Scholarship & Creative Expression exhibition. Faculty and staff are invited to submit:
- Professional Works (Peer Reviewed): published work from the past two years including, but not limited to: books, book chapters, articles, essays, fiction, poetry, paper presentations, or poster presentations.
- Artistic Works (Previously Exhibited or Juried): artistic work exhibited or juried within the past two years including painting, photography, woodworking, sculpture, or other artistic endeavors.
Please complete the form no later than March 20th to be included in the April 19th exhibition. You can submit your form here.
Thank you for your hard work and willingness to share your contributions with students and colleagues! A reception for all faculty and staff will be held in the library the afternoon of April 19th. Details to follow later in a separate invitation.
Feel free to contact the library with any questions regarding this process:
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The Limits of "Family" presented by Dr. Abbey Willis
William's Hall | 6:30 p.m.
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Take a Break Tuesday
Dean of Campus Life
Oxford Student Center Plaza | 1:15-2:30 p.m.
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The Rise of Far-Right Populism in Contemporary Spain
William's Hall | 6:30 p.m.
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