Upcoming Events

WE Reads with President Book: Tuesday, January 20 at 6pm, virtual and in-person (Charlotte, NC)

Join Dr. Connie Book and fellow alumnae for a discussion about perfectionism and the fear of failure from selected article readings. WE Read includes a chat with President Book plus breakout rooms for alumnae to connect with each other and discuss questions and strategies the President found the articles address for all women.

Located around the country? Join us on Zoom to hear reflections from Dr. Book and for discussion time, you will be put in Zoom breakout rooms to chat with fellow alumnae.
Located in Charlotte? Join us in person at the Elon Charlotte campus! Dr. Book will join us via Zoom to share reflections and then we will get into small groups for discussion.
Register here.

 

Past Events

WE Talk: Powering Up Women in Tech

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion spotlighting women transforming the tech industry. From marketing, sales, customer success and engineering, this conversation will feature diverse voices from across the tech landscape. Our panelists will share their unique career journeys, challenges they’ve faced and what it means to thrive as a woman in tech today.

Whether you’re exploring a career in tech or simply curious about the paths less talked about, this session will offer real insights, honest reflections and empowering takeaways.

 

 

WE Talk: Guiding Your Student Through the College Journey 

Join us for a moderated conversation with two seasoned members of our University’s Parents Council as they share insights, experiences and practical advice on supporting your student throughout their college years. From move-in day to graduation, our panelists will offer personal stories and strategies to help families stay engaged, informed and encouraging—while allowing students to grow independently.

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WE Talk: Building Resilience in Your Career

Join the Women of Elon and author Cate LeSourd ’15 for a discussion about resilience in the workplace. Whether it’s unexpected layoffs, a lack of opportunities, uncertainty of plans after graduation, or issues finding a job, the real world has no shortage of difficulties. How do you navigate these challenges in your career? How do you keep going when times are hard? Learn how Cate experienced multiple job losses before she turned 30 and how resilience helped her step into a more fulfilling path – even if it meant more change.

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WE Talk: Unlock Your Career Potential

Women of Elon "WE Talk" promotional image

Join the Women of Elon and Your Fairygodmentor® Joyel Crawford ’97 for an exclusive 1-hour conversation and take charge of your professional journey. Learn how to effectively communicate your value, develop negotiation strategies that work, and build confidence for your next interview or review. Strategies shared apply to all ages and stages, from current students looking for their first job out of college to mid-career professionals considering a career switch.

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WE Talk: Disrupting Norms – Women’s Basketball Case Study

WE (Women of Elon) Talk is a new virtual discussion series led by women for women. For our inaugural episode, Erica L. Ayala ’08 and Dr. Shelby McKay ’13 took a deep dive into ways women are disrupters in business, using women’s basketball as a case study. They discussed how mega deals like Ally are changing the landscape, the trajectory of former players becoming coaches and executives, the rise of self-advocacy (especially for Black women in the space), and what additional opportunities NIL provides. After an engaging conversation, attendees split up into breakout rooms to discuss how these trends relate to their own industries and how women are agents of change in all professions.

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Elon’s inaugural Women of Elon Weekend

This dynamic leadership and philanthropy summit brought together the greater Elon University community for two days of connection, inspiration and transformation. Highlighting the event was a fireside chat with President Connie Book and Jackie Joyner-Kersee, named the World’s Greatest Female Athlete of the 20th Century by Sports Illustrated magazine. Attendees also participated in breakout workshops and panel discussions led by Elon alumnae, faculty/staff, parents, and friends. Be on the lookout for more information about the next Women of Elon Weekend in 2026.

 

Philanthropy Redefined Webinar

Philanthropy Redefined

What does it mean to be a philanthropist? Who can claim this title? This webinar dove into traditional perceptions of philanthropy and explored expanded approaches to giving through time, talents, treasures, ties, and testimony. Click the image to the left to view the recording of this webinar and learn how Women of Elon Co-Chairs Priscilla Awkard ’95, Laurie Johnson P’17, and Michelle Wideman ’00 are redefining philanthropy to create a more inclusive and impactful future.