Gente Signature Events and Programs

This initiative is an open monthly gathering designed to foster community and connection among all students, with a particular focus on those who are interested in engaging with Latinx/Hispanic cultures. It provides an opportunity for students to meet, share experiences, and discuss college life at Elon in an informal and supportive environment. All students are welcome to participate, learn from one another, and contribute to building a strong support network on campus.

Café con Leche is usually in El Centro, open from 5:30 to 7 PM. The dates for Fall 2026 are listed below. 

• Wednesday, September 9th
• Friday, October 10th (special homecoming edition)
• Monday, October 19th
• Wednesday, November 18th

If you have any questions or requests, please get in touch with elcentro@elon.edu.

Conexiones is a partnership between El Centro and Admissions highlighting the vast opportunities for newly accepted students to engage with Latinx/Hispanic culture at Elon University.

For more information on this program, email Kimberly Romero, Director of Undergraduate Admissions for Diversity and Access (kromero@elon.edu).

This culminating event of Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates student success while highlighting the contributions and achievements of the Latinx/Hispanic community at Elon. Open to all students, faculty, and staff, it serves as a space for empowerment, recognition, and fostering a more inclusive campus environment.

Gala Latina 2026 will be on Friday, October 30th.

This is an RSVP ONLY event. RSVP information will be released closer to the date.

For more info, contact elcentro@elon.edu.

This stole ceremony is held the day before graduation to recognize the efforts and successes of graduates who celebrate Latinx/Hispanic cultures and traditions.  This celebration recognizes their dedication, resilience, and success while welcoming the entire university community to participate in support, appreciation, and recognition.

The 2027 ¡Celebremos!: Graduates Take Flight will be Thursday, May 20th from 1-3 p.m. in Lakeside/Medallion Plaza.

Visit the ¡Celebremos!: Graduates Take Flight page to register.

For more info, contact elcentro@elon.edu.

The Elon Latinx/Hispanic Alumni Network (ELHAN) was established to unite and represent the interests of Latinx/Hispanic alumni, students, faculty, and staff. ELHAN strives to empower Elon’s Latinx/Hispanic community by connecting alumni through in-person and online events and by creating a support system for current students and alumni to address their specific needs.

As an official affinity network of Elon, ELHAN’s primary objectives include:

• Promoting and facilitating the interests and activities of Latinx/Hispanic alumni.
• Connecting ELHAN alumni through various social, cultural, educational, and community service events.
• Developing and maintaining the connection between the university, students, and fellow alumni.
• Promoting and sustaining general alumni contributions to the university through the Elon Latinx/Hispanic Alumni Network fund.
• Fostering a sentiment of regard and support amongst Elon’s Latinx/Hispanic alumni.
• Assisting Elon in the recruitment and retention of Latinx/Hispanic students.