He'll also be receiving the Emory University President’s Medal. Author: Jason Braverman (11Alive) Updated: 5:31 PM EST February 24, 2021 ATLANTA — Dr. Anthony Fauci will deliver the 2021 Commencement address for Emory College of Arts and Sciences and receive the Emory University President’s Medal, the institution announced on Wednesday. The event will be virtual because of the coronavirus pandemic. “I cannot think of a more inspiring person than Dr. Fauci to address the Class of 2021, whose Emory experience has been so dramatically shaped by the pandemic, and whose resilience and determination have inspired us again and again,” Emory President Gregory L. Fenves said.