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The art of adornment 
More than 150 pieces of Indian jewelry are on view at the Carlos Museum exhibit, “When Gold Blossoms,” with related events ranging from faculty lectures to an outdoor film festival.
Latest chapter for new bookstore
Emory’s new campus bookstore and admissions office is expected to be complete in May and occupied this summer.
Green buildings LEED to reaching goals
Since the first building in 2001, Emory’s portfolio of LEED green buildings is saving water and energy costs and helping the University reach its energy conservation goals.
Competition makes case for global health
Multidisciplinary student teams competed in a Global Health Case Competition on how the state government of Gujarat, India, could stem the health, social and economic burdens of tobacco use.
Report From: Emory Healthcare
Emory Healthcare has joined hundreds of organizations statewide to support a tobacco tax increase, which would encourage quitting, discourage starting and eliminate the need for taxes on hospitals and health care-related services.
Take Note
• EmoryCards must be recoded by April
• Donate cell phones to help victims
• Nominations open: We are Emory award
Discovery
Building identities from past
Emory researchers who assembled an online trans-Atlantic slave trade database want volunteers for a new project called “African Origins,” an effort to present rare, detailed information on Africans pulled into the slave trade.
Feedback loop explains effect linked to cancer
Emory researchers have identified a feedback loop involving a growth-regulating circuit in intestinal cells, which helps explain why cancer risk is higher in people with inflammatory bowel diseases.
Sequencing system to increase accuracy, reduce genetic test cost
A new “next-generation” DNA sequencing system will allow Emory geneticists to increase screening capacity, provide greater accuracy in detecting mutations, and reduce the cost of genetic testing.
April brings Spano concerts and a shower of musical offerings
Performances are set for conductor and pianist Robert Spano, who begins his Emory residency, as well as chamber ensembles, a cappella and choral groups and the symphony orchestra.
Slideshow: Tibet Week
Photos capture the color and culture of Emory’s 10th annual Tibet Week.
Advance Notice
• Candidates for governor debate
• Author tells how less can be more
• Lecture to explore cancer screening
Plan your week
Monday, March 29
“The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.” Rebecca Skloot, author, presenting.
7 p.m. Cannon Chapel. Free. lmariani@gmail.com.
Tuesday, March 30
“No Apology: The Case for American Greatness.” Former Gov. Mitt Romney, presenting. 7 p.m. Glenn Memorial Auditorium. Free.
Wednesday, March 31
“Global Connections: The Anthropology of Reform and Restructuring in Africa.” Peter Little, anthropology, presenting. Noon. 162 Center for Ethics. Free.
Thursday, April 1
OKLAHOMA! 8 p.m. Munroe Theater, DUC. $20; $16 discount categories; $6 Emory students. Through April 11.
Friday, April 2
Physics Colloquium. Svetlana Kilina, Center for Nonlinear Studies, presenting. 3 p.m. Mathematics and Science Center. Free.
Saturday, April 3
Women’s Softball vs. Covenant College. 1 p.m. Cooper Field. Free.
For all campus events, visit the Emory Events Calender.
First Person: Jamie Smith
The Bike Emory director discusses how a “smart lock” innovation in partnership with Georgia Tech will boost the bike share program on campus and beyond.
Soundbites
• Native Americans: Where’s the money
• Wandering through Wonderlands
• A.O. Scott on arts criticism outlook
• Science meets Dharma
Oxford class goes off the grid on spring break
Students in an Oxford College sociology course spent their spring break in the Amazon area of Ecuador, living like the locals and without phones, Internet or electricity.
Audit chief discusses fraud prevention
A Q&A with Emory’s chief audit officer about his work to prevent fraud across the institution and raise awareness of its importance to the University, especially during the economic downturn.
Emory Profile: Victoria Armour-Hileman
The associate dean of religious life and chaplain began a quest to explore and learn abroad after graduation, which gave her spiritual identity as a rabbi.
Awards of Distinction for outstanding work
Congratulations to the winners of the 2010 Award of Distinction, which recognizes employees who have made outstanding contributions to the Emory community through their initiative, innovation or leadership.
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