Sent to the Emory Law Community on 03-17-2021

Dear Students:

Outrage and anguish have once again enveloped our community as we consider the hatred that fueled the violent attacks that left eight people dead in Atlanta last night, including six Asian women—at a time when our society is already witnessing and responding to a spike in violence against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. I write today to express a message of condolence and support. Some of our students—especially our AAPI students—may be experiencing fear, anger, and anxiety. Please know that your Emory Law community stands with you. 

Last week, Emory Law’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee issued a message of endorsement for a recent APALSA, SALSA, and CALSA statement regarding the dramatic rise in anti-Asian violence in the United States. As they may be helpful, please take advantage of available Emory resources, including: 

Emory Resources for Students

• Emory Anytime Student Health Services: Nationwide full telehealth services for students in the U.S.; TalkNow (24/7) mental health services available for students abroad and in the U.S.
• AwareHealth at Emory Law, a mobile platform dedicated to law student wellbeing. This platform is free to Emory Law students and provides access to peer connections, evidence-based self-guided exercises, and webinars with wellbeing experts in the law community. Navigate to the page above for more information on how to access this new resource.
• Belonging and Community Justice offers identity-based support and programming
• Bias Support Services
• Center for Women
• Counseling and Psychological Services (OAESS & CAPS partner on a free, drop-in consultation program specifically for law students called “Let’s Talk!” each Wednesday afternoon from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Law students can sign up for a timeslot here.)
• International Student and Scholar Services
• Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Office of Spiritual and Religious Life
• Racial and Cultural Engagement (RACE)
• Student Intervention Services (SIS)
• Title IX

Emory Resources for Faculty and Staff

• Emory Human Resources
• Faculty Staff Assistance Program
• Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Emory Ombuds Office
• Office of Spiritual and Religious Life
• Title IX

The Emory Law community is committed to anti-racism, and that includes acknowledging and condemning race or gender-based hatred and violence against the AAPI community. It also includes doing all we can to ensure that each of you has access to a safe and enriching educational experience. Please reach out to the resources noted above for faculty and staff and let us know if you need support at this difficult time. 

Regards,

Dean Mary Anne Bobinski

Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Law

Emory University School of Law