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Michelle Ferrier dissects election 2012 data visualizations

The associate professor of communications discussed the November presidential election returns and showed how the use of data, technology and journalism collided in data visualization and storytelling that changed how the electorate engaged with politics.

Michelle Ferrier presents media deserts, hyperlocal online news research

The associate professor in communications presented April 6-7 at both the National Conference on Media Reform in Denver and the Broadcast Education Association conference in Las Vegas.

New journalism practices evolve at Journalism That Matters gathering

Michelle Ferrier, associate professor of communcations, moderated conversations on the evolving media ecosystem and how a new journalism may emerge from media innovations and new practices.

Elon University participates in Martin Luther King, Jr. commemorative readings - April 16

Elon faculty, staff and community members will participate in the global readings and events commemorating the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King, Jr's "Letter from a Birmingham Jail."

Expert on diversity in higher education speaks at Elon

Named by Time as one of “The 100 Most Influential People in the World,” UMBC President Freeman Hrabowksi shared reflections on college, race & the liberal arts.

African & African-American Read-In
Discovering African influences in Latin America - Feb. 28
You're invited to experience African influences that are present today in many cultures, specially those in Latin America, through Afro-Latino music, dance and amazing food.
I Shall Be Carried Shoulder High: Art Exhibit
The art exhibit, I Shall be Carried Shoulder High: Cutlrual Expression of the Kuba People, will run the entire month in the lobby of Arts West.
Bayard Rustin Documentary Screening
Join the LGBTQ Coordinator and Spectrum in a screening of Brother Outsider on Tuesday, January 22nd at 7pm in McEwen 011.
Free Trip to the International Civil Rights Museum- Jan. 13
Family Feud Trivia Night - Feb. 28
Decades of the Month 1970's - Feb. 21 and Feb. 22
Join the Black Cultural Society as they talk about the 1970s.
The AAASE Author-of-the-Month Lunch Series - Third Wednesdays
Join the AAASE community for discussions on Black Studies-related topics with the authors who will present their recently published work or work-in-progress.
Get on the Black Church Part III - Feb. 17
Sundays have been called "the most segregated day in the United States" if one surveys our nation's churches.
SUB Cinema - Feb. 9
Good Deeds by Tyler Perry. Join the Student Union Board at 8:30 p.m. at Irazu for a movie and food. Sponsored by SUB.
International Civil Rights Center & Museum visit - Feb. 16
Come with us to visit the International Civil Rights Museum in downtown Greensboro and see the lunch counter where the four North Carolina A&T students sat on Feb. 1, 1960.
Join us for College Coffee - Feb. 26
Join AAASE faculty, staff and other members of the Elon community for readings, dance and other showcases of Black cultural expression during the month of February. Featuring the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
AAASE Author-of-the-Month Lunch Series presents Naeemah Clark - Oct. 31
Join the AAASE community for discussions on Black Studies-related topics with the authors who will present their recently published work or work-in-progress.
‘Renaissance woman’ Maya Angelou dazzles at Fall Convocation
The world renowned poet, author, playwright & educator shared on Thursday her wit and wisdom with a sold-out Alumni Gym audience.
Career Moves: Networking lands FOX News internship
Elon senior Jacob Selzer shares how the use of personal connections secured an internship at FOX News in Washington, D.C.
Elon dedicates Wilhelmina Boyd suite in Alamance
Named for the founder of Elon's African and African-American Studies program, Alamance 302 is now home to the interdisciplinary minor.
Michelle Ferrier Awarded $1,000 for Media Entrepreneurship Research at Educator Conference
Michelle Ferrier moderates session at media Spark Camp
The program was held at the Nieman Journalism Lab at Harvard University from July 20-22, 2012.
Dan Koehler '12 film to be screened at RiverRun Film Festival
"The Tobacco King" was filmed and produced as part of the Elon University senior's Lumen Prize work.
Anti-racism author headlines leadership & diversity program
Author of several books and educator on issues of race, Tim Wise reminded listeners how “diversity” is not the same as “equity.”
Student, alumna named to Elon African-American Wall of Fame
A current student and young alumna will be inducted at a Feb. 18 ceremony celebrating the rich history of Elon’s black students, faculty and staff.
Professor's 'Valued Voices' performed for read-in day
Associate Professor Jean Rattigan-Rohr's script about a struggling high school student exposes issues that impede classroom success for some teens.
Embrace the Beauty in You - Sandra Dubose-Gibson
Join 2011 Mrs. Black North Carolina, Sandra Dubose-Gibson, as she delivers an empowering speech to the Elon community about our responsibility to acknowledge, celebrate, and continue the legacy of inner beauty.
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.
Conference on International Law - Feb. 25
The 2012 Conference on International Law at Elon University School of Law will focus on "War Crimes, Human Rights, and Immigration."

Location: Elon University School of Law, Greensboro, N.C.
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sponsors: Elon Law, Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences, Phi Beta Kappa and The Fund for Excellence, International Studies, the Department of History and Geography, Department of Political Science, Prelaw and AAASE
Contact Person: Dr. David Crowe, School of Law / Department of History and Geography.
Service event boxes children's books for charity
Honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., members of the campus community aimed to empower under-served youth by shipping donated books.
Scholar & author: To honor MLK, honor his ideas
In an annual program dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr., Boyce Watkins reminds the university community “change is not comfortable.”
Volunteers Needed: Black History Month
Elon launches Black History Month website
Elon has launched a new Black History Month website to promote awareness, understanding and celebration of Black experiences on campus.
Special MLK Beloved Community College Coffee: Jan. 10
Elon University’s Office of Student Activities will be sponsoring a special College Coffee on Jan. 10 featuring posters and installations inspired by themes of the Civil Rights Movement as well as multiculturalism and diversity.
Donate children's books through Jan. 13
A Celebration of Black Arts and Letters - Feb. 1
Location: Alamance 305
Sponsors: The Department of English, Sigma Tau Delta (the English Honor Society), and AAASE
Description: Check out the display of featured authors and their works as you walk through the third floor hallways of Alamance Building.
Feb. 3: Zumba Madness!
Location: McKinnon Hall, Moseley Center
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Description: Join Elon alum and Zumba instructor, Cheri Armour '09, for an hour of exhilirating, high energy, fun aerobic activity.
Feb. 5 - Get on the Black Church Bus: First Sunday
Featured Church: Elon First Baptist, Lynn Street, Elon, N.C.
Departure Location: Moseley Center, Boney Fountain
Time: Bus Departs at 10:30 a.m. and returns by noon (Worship Service begins at 10:45 a.m.)
Feb. 5-12: Black History Month Library Display
Location: Belk Library
Dates: Feb. 5 - 12
Description: This week-long celebration highlights the works of Black writers and artists from the United States, Africa and the African diaspora.
Reading of "Valued Voices" - Feb. 11
A reading of "Valued Voices"
A play by Associate Professor of Education Jean Rattigan-Rohr, directed by acclaimed actor and director Jeffrey Anderson-Gunter
LaRose Digital Theatre, Koury Business Center
4-6 p.m.
Black in America Screening: Nov. 11
African and African American Studies at Elon and the Black History Month 2012 Steering Committee present a special pre-screening of "Black in America 4," a CNN program hosted by Soledad O'Brien.
Feb. 12: Get on the Black Church Bus: Second Sunday
Featured Church: Ebenezer United Church of Christ, Burlington, N.C.
Departure Location: Moseley Center, Boney Fountain
Time: Bus Departs at 10:30 a,m, and returns by 1:30 p.m. (Worship Service begins at 11:00 a.m.)
College Chapel Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Tony Campolo - Feb. 16
Location: Whitley Auditorium
Time: 9:50 - 10:20 a.m.
Sponsor: The Truitt Center for Spiritual and Religious Life
Feb. 18: Faculty, Staff and Alumni Mixer and Wall of Famers Reception
Location: Johnston Hall
Time: 3 – 5 p.m.
Sponsor: Elon's Black Alumni Network (EBAN)
Feb. 19: Get on the Black Church Bus: Third Sunday
Featured Church: Union Baptist Church, Winston Salem, N.C.
Departure Location: Moseley Center, Boney Fountain
Time: Bus Departs at 9:30 a.m. and returns by 2 p.m. (Worship Service begins at 11 a.m.)
Feb. 21: College Coffee
Location: TBD
Time: 9:40 - 10:20 a.m.
Description: Remember to bring your own mugs and be environmentally friendly as you peruse the displays of Black Student Organizations and Interest groups, including: Invisible Children, STAND (Students Take Action Now: Darfur), BCS (Black Cultural Society), Gospel Choir, NPHC (National Pan-Hellenic Council), and the Elon African Society.
Professor selected for National Council for Black Studies & Ford Foundation workshop
Prudence Layne, an assistant professor of English and coordinator of African/African-American Studies at Elon, was one of 10 national directors of Black Studies programs selected to participate in a Summer Administrative Workshop sponsored by the National Council for Black Studies and the Ford Foundation.