Emory University is a prestigious private research university located in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 1836 by the Methodist Episcopal Church as Emory College. It was named after Bishop John Emory and initially established in Oxford, Georgia. The institution has a rich history, including closure during the Civil War when students enlisted in the Confederate army and the campus served as a hospital and Union headquarters. Post-war recovery was aided by significant philanthropy, notably from banker George I. Seney in the 1880s, enabling debt repayment, construction, and endowment growth[1][2]. Emory expanded over the years to become one of the fastest-growing research universities in the U.S., renowned for its contributions to medicine, science, and humanities. It hosts over seventy research centers tackling critical issues such as cancer, AIDS, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s diseases. The university benefits from proximity to major institutions like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Cancer Society, fostering collaboration and innovation[3]. A significant part of Emory’s identity is its Robert W. Woodruff Health Sciences Center (established 1966), named after the Coca-Cola leader whose philanthropy greatly influenced the university. This center integrates health education, research, and patient care, reflecting Emory’s leadership in health sciences[6]. Emory is also noted for its sustainability initiatives, including the pioneering WaterHub water reclamation facility and a high national ranking for green campus engagement. The university formally acknowledges its location on the ancestral lands of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and actively promotes Indigenous history and accountability[4][5]. Notable achievements include the establishment of the Carter Center by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Emory faculty member, which advances global peace, democracy, and disease eradication. Emory’s blend of historic legacy, cutting-edge research, and social impact makes it a significant institution in business, technology, and health sectors[3]