Dear Students,

On the eve of final exams starting Thursday, I am sending some important updates regarding campus study spaces and campus security.

Building Access
Access to buildings will continue to require the use of your EmoryCard ID. Please DO NOT leave doors propped open as that presents a security risk. I ask for all of us as a community to work together on this, especially in light of current events and information released by the University last night regarding campus safety.

Study Spaces
We understand the need for students to seek out quiet study spaces as well as spaces for collaboration. Most College campus buildings will be fully closed at 7 p.m. The following Emory College spaces will remain open until 10 p.m.:

  • Candler Library: 1st floor classrooms. Card access is on the side door of the building facing Callaway.
  • PAIS: 2nd floor classrooms
  • MSC: 2nd floor Lobby and 3rd floor classrooms
  • White Hall: Lobby and classrooms 
Please be aware that exams will be taking place in some of these buildings in the evening.  Please respect your classmates by studying quietly and by vacating rooms when they are needed for exams.

ESC & AMUC
The Emory Student Center and AMUC will remain open 24/7 through Wednesday, May 8, for students via card access only.

Emory Libraries
The Woodruff Library will be open 7:30 a.m. - 11 p.m. through Wednesday, May 8, to those with a valid Emory ID. Please check the Emory Libraries website for the hours of other libraries on campus.


Rollins
During normal business hours, undergraduate students are welcome in the Rollins Buildings to study in the common areas from 6:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. Please note the Rollins Buildings are NOT open to non-RSPH students in the evenings.

Exams
Please be sure to check Canvas and be in contact with your professor for any changes regarding final exam formats. Some in-person exams will be changing locations. Your instructor will communicate with you about any changes as soon as possible.

Resources
As a reminder, the following resources are available to students:

Academic Advising: Drop-in academic advising by the Office for Undergraduate Education will be available on Wednesday, May 1, through Friday, May 3, from 10- a.m. - 4 p.m. as follows:

  • In Person:
    • Emory Student Center, Room N212
    • White Hall, 2nd floor advising offices; check-in at WH Room 220
  • Remote option: Go to the Virtual Reception Desk for remote advising. Students can also email oue.advising@emory.edu or contact their OUE Advisor directly for assistance. In-person or Zoom meetings are available.
Additional academic support is available through Academic Success Programs. Drop in at E301 Math and Science Center M-F, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. or email AcademicSuccess@emory.edu for an appointment.

Campus Resources
A full list of student resources is available here. In particular, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is now available 24-7. A student can call CAPS (404-727-7450) and speak immediately with a mental health professional to identify their needs, get support, and help develop a plan for next steps.


Commencement/College Graduation Ceremony
At this moment, there are no changes. Updates will be made as soon as possible if changes are anticipated.

I am so proud of all of you as you work through these difficult days. Please take care of yourselves and each other and know that the Emory College staff, administration, and faculty are here to support you

Sincerely,

Joanne Brzinski
Senior Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education