Emory University
Join us every Wednesday night at 7 PM at Brooks Commons in Cannon Chapel
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RUF is a community of students who gather together to rest in the good news of the Gospel and wrestle with big questions of life and faith in community. RUF meets Wednesday nights from 7-8 pm at Brooks Commons in Cannon Chapel, and the evening consists of fellowship, singing, and a message from Scripture! All are welcome, feel free to reach out with any questions.
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Meet Our Team
George Hamm
George grew up in Birmingham, AL and studied at Auburn University, where he learned to love and be loved by Jesus. He and his wife Laura met at RUF Summer Conference, and have two little girls! George loves college students, running, poetry, voicemails, and Chinese food. Give him a call/text anytime.
Laura Straka
Laura is from the land of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Forest, VA but also has Texas roots. She graduated from The University of Virginia in 2014 with a double major in Middle Eastern Studies and Religious Studies. She has a Masters of Arts in Biblical Studies from Reformed Theological Seminary in Atlanta (2019). Laura and her husband, Weston, love their Atlanta neighborhood. Laura loves reading a good book, rollerblading, and bodysurfing.
Joshua Joo
Josh graduated from NC State in 2020 with a degree in history, along with a master's in teaching a year later. He grew up in North Carolina as the eldest of two siblings and was inspired to be an RUF intern during his time at college. He's an immense history nerd, Star Wars fan, and a lover of Central and Eastern Europe.
Annabelle Whitehead
Annabelle graduated from Mercer University in 2024 with degrees in Psychology and Religion. Her time spent in RUF gave her a greater understanding of the gospel, taught her about God's character/ love, and provided her with a rich community of fellow believers while at Mercer! Annabelle is now serving as the female intern at Emory University and is eager to meet one-on-one with students, host movie nights, and work alongside George and Laura! She loves college football, the beach, kayaking, and game nights with friends.