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Alumna Joan Danieley ’82 makes generous estate gift to endow professorship

Danieley, who is the niece of the late Elon President Emeritus J. Earl Danieley ’46, is passionate about the lessons society and individuals can learn from exploring issues of identity, ancestry and cultural heritage.

In memory of Dr. John G. Sullivan, Elon University’s first Distinguished University Professor

One of the university's most beloved faculty members for more than three decades passed away on Feb. 13, 2026, leaving a legacy shaped by his work with thousands of students and "a powerful voice that lifted up the most cherished values of the institution."

Elon, Queens teams meet in person to advance merger planning

Nearly 80 faculty and staff met face-to-face at Elon University to shape academic, cultural and operational plans for a merger that will enhance the student experience on both campuses and expand educational offerings in the Charlotte region.

Black History Month: Maelah Proctor ’26 amplifies voices through leadership and community

As president of the Black Student Union, Proctor has created spaces for empowerment while encouraging students to take up space unapologetically.

Brant Touchette delivers a call for environmental change in Distinguished Scholar Lecture

The professor of biology and environmental studies received the Distinguished Scholar award, Elon’s leading faculty research award, in Spring 2025.

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Elon football and Club Nursing initiative matches first student donor with bone marrow recipient

Jake Marion ’26 was matched through a collaboration between Club Nursing and the Elon football program to promote bone marrow donation.
Kristian Ellis in a bright blue blazer, standing inside a courtroom smiling and holding an award plaque.

Kristian Ellis L’26 recognized as a top advocate at National Trial Competition Regional

Ellis was joined by seven classmates on the law school's Mock Trial team at the National Trial Competition Regional held at Wake Forest University on Feb. 6-8.
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Jason Husser talks to WXII about former Gov. Roy Cooper’s visit to Greensboro

Cooper, now running for U.S. Senate, visited Greensboro to discuss health care costs.
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Elon faculty, students and alumni to perform with Andrea Bocelli

Bocelli is currently on his Romanza – 30th Anniversary World Tour, and during the Raleigh, North Carolina stop, he will be joined by several members of the Elon community.
A memorial bench dedicated to Angel Patrick outside of the Carlton Building on the Elon University campus.

Elon dedicates bench in memory of staff member Angel Patrick

A staff member of Elon's Environmental Services, Patrick is remembered for her compassion, faith and commitment to caring for others
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Elon Liberal Arts Forum to host conversation with attorney Brittany Barnett on Feb. 26

Barnett founded the Buried Alive Project, which attempts to dismantle life without parole sentences, and Girls Embracing Mothers, an organization that empowers girls with mothers behind bars.

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Elon University ranked #1 in the nation for study abroad

Elon University has once again been recognized by the Institute of International Education for the highest percentage rate of study abroad participation in the nation.

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Roommates learn together at the Family Justice Center during Human Service Studies internship

Izzy Greenstein ’26 and Ruby Radis ’26 gained experience serving the Alamance County community while deepening their commitment to social justice and resilience.

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Small Gestures, Big Payouts

Business faculty member Smaraki Mohanty on how small changes shape what people buy and believe.

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Elon Law announces 2026 Student Bar Association and Honor Council leaders

Law students elected representatives to oversee student life opportunities at Elon Law's full-time program in Greensboro and, for the first time, the part-time Flex Program in Charlotte.

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Jasmine Walker ’25 gives back to the community that shaped her through Year of Service Fellows Program

Jasmine Walker ’25 grew up in Alamance County and now, through Elon’s Year of Service Fellows Program, she’s getting the opportunity to give back and learn from her community.