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SoCon basketball tourneys March 2-5
Make plans now to visit Asheville, N.C., next month to show your Phoenix pride during the Southern Conference Basketball Tournament.
Stephanie Newbold '01 receives Supreme Court fellowship
Stephanie Newbold '01, Elon's 2009 Young Alumna of the Year, has been accepted to the Supreme Court Fellowship Program beginning in August 2012.
Help us plan your Homecoming class reunion!
The Elon Alumni Association is looking for alumni to help plan reunions for several classes celebrating special anniversaries at Homecoming, Oct. 19-21, 2012.
Alumni host successful first National Networking Day
Graduates, parents and friends in more than 15 cities around the country gathered to observe Elon's first National Networking Day on Jan. 25.
Josh Carswell '11 takes first in singing competition
Josh Carswell '11, a graduate of Elon's music performance program, split the grand prize in the American Traditions Competition in Savannah, Ga., on Jan. 28.
Music theatre alum Grant Gustin guest stars on 'CSI: Miami'
Former Elon music theatre star Grant Gustin made a guest appearance on the CBS hit show "CSI: Miami" on Sunday night, starring as one of two twins who were suspects in a murder.
Top 10 Under 10 Award recipients announced
The Elon Alumni Association and the Young Alumni Council are pleased to announce the 2012 recipients of the Top 10 Under 10 Awards.
Ryan Keur '12 joins front office of Burlington Royals
Ryan Keur, who finished his Elon coursework during Winter Term 2012, has been named assistant general manager of the Burlington (N.C.) Royals baseball team.
Schedule of events for Black History Month 2012
Elon University will celebrate the achievements of African-Americans in February with a series of campus and community programs.
In the spotlight: Stuart Richie '10
After spending a semester in Las Vegas as Cirque du Soleil's stage management intern during the spring of her senior year, Stuart Richie '10 was hired to the position full time after graduating. Currently, Richie is a stage manager for the traveling Cirque du Soleil production "Alegria," which is appearing on stages across Europe through the winter and spring.
Vice Adm. Bill Gortney '77 to head U.S. Fleet Forces Command
Vice Adm. William E. Gortney '77 has been nominated by President Obama to become the next commander of U.S. Fleet Forces Command.
Elon Academy staffer explores issues of identity
Darris Means '05 connects theory with practice as he studies complexities of self-identity in college students, from race to class to sexual orientation.
Alex Ellis '05 offers photo exclusives for Playbill.com
Single hand, whole heart: David Layton '66
David Layton '66 shares his experiences about not just surviving but thriving after a major stroke.
Blake Russell G'01 competes in Olympic marathon trials
Blake Russell G'01 competed the Jan. 14 in the Olympic marathon trials but fell short in her quest to qualify for her second consecutive appearance in the Summer Olympic Games.
Sue Rich '85 named president of ACC Foundation board of directors
The Alamance Community College Foundation's board of directors has selected Sue Rich '85 as its new president.
First-year coach Frank Haith '88 leads Missouri men's basketball to 14-0 start
Nearly halfway through his first season as head men's basketball coach at the University of Missouri, Frank Haith '88 has led the team to an undefeated record and energized the Tigers' once-doubting fan base.
Career Moves: Networking helps iMedia grad nab job
A recent Elon University iMedia graduate got his start at a Washington firm after turning to Career Services for networking and résumé prep.
Celebrate Elon 2011 in photos
As 2012 begins, celebrate some of Elon's memorable moments from 2011 in a retrospective slide show produced by the Office of University Communications.
Elon school supplies reach children in Afghanistan
James Black '09 contacted his alma mater in August with an idea. Four months later he describes the impact of Elon's drive for Afghanistan.
Dell executive, Elon alum to give Commencement address
Steve Schuckenbrock ’82 has helped transform technology titan Dell Inc. into a global business solutions company.
2011 Elon University holiday video
Look for your Elon friends and colleagues in these Holiday greetings shared at Elon's annual Festival of Light.
DPT program holds Commencement ceremony
Elon University leaders conferred degrees Sunday on 36 candidates in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
Class of 2011 reports success in jobs, grad school hunt
The Office of Career Services reports that 95 percent of respondents in a recent survey of the Class of 2011 utilized its services while at Elon.
Mat Gendle, Anna Stroman '11 and Dani Mullin '12 publish study on kava
Their work appears in the <em>Australian Journal of Medical Herbalism</em>.
Music theatre alumni make mark on stages, screens nationwide
Talented graduates of Elon's music theatre program share news of their recent professional success.
Elon trustee Jeanne Robertson P'89 to appear on Sirius XM - Dec. 8
Renowned humorist and Elon trustee Jeanne Robertson P'89 brings her unique brand of family-friendly humor to SiriusXM on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 5 p.m. ET.
Michelle Clifton '92 co-edits North Carolina law handbook
Michelle B. Clifton '92, a Winston-Salem, N.C.-based attorney, has written a chapter and co-edited a general personal injury practice handbook in partnership with the North Carolina Advocates for Justice.
Ceremony marks School of Communications move to HD
Led by Troy Senkiewicz &rsquo;98, the McEwen building has been rewired to allow Elon Student Television to broadcast in high definition.
Elon seasonal celebration welcomes in the holidays
New to campus this year are more than 30,000 LED bulbs that will cut holiday light energy use by more than 90 percent over previous years.
Maurice Whitfield '07 appears on CBS daytime soap opera
Music theatre alumnus Maurice Whitfield '07 appeared in a guest starring role in CBS' daytime serial &quot;The Young and The Restless&quot; on Nov. 30.
Molly Whitlatch '99 named a partner in respected N.C. law firm
Wishart Norris Henninger &amp; Pittman, P.A. has named Molly Whitlatch '99 a partner in the Charlotte and Burlington, N.C.-based law firm.
Young Alumni Council nominations open Dec. 1
The Elon Alumni Association needs your help identifying outstanding young alumni to join the Young Alumni Council, which works to strengthen the connections between recent graduates and the university.
Patrick Singleton '97 elected to World Olympians Association executive committee
Patrick Singleton '97, who represented Bermuda in the 1998, 2002 and 2006 Winter Olympic Games, has been elected treasurer of the World Olympians Association, a partner of the International Olympic Committee.
Former Elon football coach Harry 'Sid' Varney dies
Harry &quot;Sid&quot; Varney, a member of the Elon Sports Hall of Fame who coached the Fightin' Christian football team from 1953 to 1959, died Nov. 25 in Columbia, S.C. He was 83.
Ava Bowen '75 publishes first book
Ava Bowen '75 shares inspirational stories about the challenges and blessings of life in her first book, <em>Seasons of Joy</em>, published by Westbow Press.
Career Moves: Internships lead to U.S. Census job
A young alumna has already returned to campus to recruit more Elon University students to analyze data in Washington, D.C.
NC Campus Compact names award for John Barnhill '92
The inaugural John H. Barnhill Civic Trailblazer Award was bestowed on students from UNC-Chapel Hill and Appalachian State University.
Alumni Daniel Gibson and Christopher Staskel present in New York City
Elon music theatre graduates Daniel Gibson '09 and Christopher Staskel '10 will present new scenes and three songs from Staskel's musical &quot;i.d.,&quot; which premiered at Elon in 2010.
M.Ed. alumna named local Teacher of the Year
The honor represents the second time in two years that the Alamance-Burlington School System has given an Elon grad its top award.
Erin McEvoy '06 named Boston nonprofit planner of the year
Erin McEvoy '06, manager of the Boston Bruins Foundation, has been named the association/nonprofit planner of the year by BizBash Media - Boston in its annual Readers' Choice Awards.
Tim Moore '78 shares tricks to the sales trade with Elon students
Renowned entrepreneur and consultant Tim Moore '78, owner of Dancing Elephants Achievement Group in Raleigh, N.C., returned to his alma mater Nov. 16 to help Elon business students understand strategies for connecting with and communicating to consumers of different generations.
In the spotlight: Dwayne Waite Jr. '08
The question to ask Dwayne Waite Jr. &rsquo;08 isn&rsquo;t &ldquo;What did you do while you were at Elon?&rdquo; but rather &ldquo;What DIDN&rsquo;T you do?&rdquo;
The Rev. William Walker '93 named vice president at Methodist University
Methodist University has promoted The Rev. William Walker '93 to vice president for student development and dean of students following a national search.
"A Thousand Thanks" tops goal for notecards
Elon students, faculty and staff surpassed a challenge to write 1,000 thank-you notes in three days.
Elon soccer alum Clint Irwin '10 up for Canadian Soccer League award
Clint Irwin '10, a standout goalkeeper during his time with Phoenix soccer, has been named one of three finalists for the Canadian Soccer League's Goalkeeper of the Year award.
Distinguished alumnus William H. Maness Sr. '38 dies
William H. Maness Sr. '38, a leader in Jacksonville, Fla., legal community and once a powerful voice for civil rights in the city, died last month.
Cindy Fair, Lauren Taylor '10 publish article drawn from undergraduate research
The study appears in the latest edition of the <em>African Journal of Midwifery and Women&rsquo;s Health</em>.
Elon-affiliated ferry christened
North Carolina&rsquo;s newest and largest ferry boat, which is affiliated with Elon University, was christened Nov. 7 at Mann&rsquo;s Harbor, N.C.
Second-annual Black Alumni Scholarship Banquet honors three distinguished alumni
During Homecoming 2011, Elon&rsquo;s Black Alumni Network (EBAN) honored three extraordinary individuals who have exhibited unrelenting support for Elon University and the Elon black community.
Christopher Ahlgrim '06 leads major fundraiser for USO
With an assist from four beloved baseball stars and one renowned American muralist, Christopher Ahlgrim '06 is hoping to raise $1 million for the USO.
New Elon admissions video debuts on UNC-TV
Two talented alumni worked with students to create a new video to introduce Elon to prospective students and their families.
Greg Holland '91 named principal at Western Alamance (N.C.) Middle
Greg Holland '91, an Alamance County teacher, coach and school administrator for nearly two decades, has been named principal at Western Alamance Middle School.
Campus Kitchen’s "Stop Hunger Now" a Homecoming success
Organizers say the volunteers who packaged meals on Oct. 22 set new school records for how many mouths will eventually be fed around the world.
Alumni Association recognizes outstanding graduates
Ten graduates received the annual Elon Alumni Association Awards at a ceremony on Oct. 22 in Whitley Auditorium.
Alex Pepper '11 touring with "South Pacific"
Elon music theatre alumnus Alex Pepper '11 is traveling with the national tour of &quot;South Pacific,&quot; serving as an assistant dance captain and swing actor.
Barry Bradberry '75 honored by Chowan University
Barry Bradberry, associate dean of admissions and financial planning at Elon University, was honored this month with the 2011 Chowan University Distinguished Alumni Award.
Homecoming 2011 Photo Gallery
Old friends. Good food. Fun football and tailgating. Homecoming 2011 had it all for the many current and former students who took part in the day.
Alumni recall those who touched their lives
Homecoming isn&rsquo;t just about tailgating; it&rsquo;s also about reflection. Elon alumni shared on Saturday memories from their time on campus.
Ever Elon Campaign passes $100 million goal
Elon concludes the largest fundraising campaign in its history by celebrating the thousands of people who have invested in the university's future.
Student alumni council announces banner contest winners
Several student groups got an early taste of Homecoming spirit by participating in the Student Alumni Council's inaugural Homecoming Banner Contest.
Barrett Weed '11 appears in coverage of Broadway show
Barrett Wilbert Weed '11 appears in photos in the <em>New York Times</em> and in Broadway.com as part of her work as an understudy in the production of Lysistrata Jones.
Alumni athletes take part in Worsley match
Nearly 60 former Elon student-athletes have already made gifts to the Phoenix Club in the month of October.
N.C. Teacher of the Year visits Elon Teaching Fellows
Tyronna Hooker G'09 shared with students her career journey from the criminal justice system to winning the state's highest honor for educators.
Cindy Fair, Taylor Morrison '10 publish in International Journal of Childbirth Education
Professor Cindy Fair in the Department of Human Service Studies has had an article published in the <em>International Journal of Childbirth Education </em>with co-author Taylor Morrison '10.
Alex Ellis '05 cast in Broadway's 'On a Clear Day You Can See Forever'
Alex Ellis '05 joins Tony Award-winning actor Harry Connick Jr. this December in the debut of <em>On a Clear Day You Can See Forever</em>.
Elon Black Alumni Network to honor alums, professor
Tickets can still be purchased for a banquet to honor three people whose professional successes and service have impacted countless lives.
Chris Hendricks '07 featured in News &amp; Observer online article
The (Raleigh, N.C.) News &amp; Observer spotlighted musician Chris Hendricks '07 in an online article on Saturday, Oct. 1.
Steve Messinetti '93 speaks on NPR's 'All Things Considered'
Steve Messinetti '93 was featured in an Oct. 3 National Public Radio report on Habitat for Humanity.
Student Alumni Council announces Homecoming Banner Contest
Elon students are invited get creative for Homecoming 2011 by taking part in the Student Alumni Council's inaugural Homecoming Banner competition!