ENHANCED SUPERVISION PROGRAM (ESP)

(upcoming events for supervisors only)

Additional ESP events will be announced soon for the fall semester.

 

Overview of the Enhanced Supervision Program (ESP)

Goal: To celebrate, encourage, and support all supervisors to build a healthy, inclusive, skilled, and effective workforce. The series will offer adaptable trainings for all supervisors of employees, while at the same time enhancing and standardizing supervisory training. Format: A variety of learning modes of delivery will be utilized including face-to-face, virtual, blended learning, coaching, etc. The expectation is that campus supervisors of staff and faculty will participate in ESP programs this year and complete the questions on the ESP Preparation Form in consultation with their own supervisor. Supervisors should also list and discuss their participation in ESP on their annual performance appraisal. Lunch is provided to registered attendees.

 

SENIOR LEADER SPOTLIGHT DEVELOPMENT SERIES

(upcoming events open to all faculty and staff)

Additional Senior Leader Spotlight events will be announced soon for the fall semester.

 

Click here to watch the Zoom recording from our inaugural event in the Senior Leader Spotlight Development Series, Two Tales of Culture Change, which was held on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

In the summer of 2023, Elon welcomed two senior leaders who, in their short time here, have had major transformational impacts on their organizations. Athletic Director, Jennifer Strawley, and Elon School of Law Dean, Zak Kramer, both arrived on campus following long-tenured predecessors who had overseen major transitional growth in their respective organizations. Building upon the foundations they inherited, Strawley and Kramer immediately began working to lead their teams to achieve the next level of success as outlined in Boldly Elon. During this special session, Strawley and Kramer each briefly described their efforts to foster a new culture that their respective objectives in Boldy Elon required. Isabella Cannon Professor of Leadership, Dr. Chris Leupold, then led a moderated question and answer segment where audience participants had the opportunity to pose questions.

 

CAMPUSWIDE PROGRAMS

(upcoming events open to all faculty & staff)

Veterans ERG – Summer Social

Friday, June 20, 4:00-6:00 p.m. – Magerk’s, Elon

The Veterans ERG will gather at Magerk’s for camaraderie and catching up. Anyone interested in the Veterans ERG is welcome to attend. We hope to see you there this Friday, June 20th!

Register for June 20th Veterans ERG

Women’s Forum ERG – Summer Book Swap

Monday, July 14, Lunchtime – Location TBD

The Women’s Forum ERG invites all who are interested to register for a Summer Book Swap. Book swapping will take place at an on-campus location to be announced. Contact co-leaders Kari Taylor and Lizzie Hill with any questions. Details will be shared in a separate email to those who respond to the interest form.

Veterans ERG – The Mission of Charlie Mike

Thursday, September 4, 12:00-1:00 p.m. – McCoy Commons, Oaks 212

The Veterans ERG is excited to announce a lunch session with Dustin Gladwell, and company, from Charlie Mike. The mission of Charlie Mike is “to save the lives of military veterans still carrying the unseen wounds of combat. Charlie Mike was created by modern combat veterans who know the realities of war and the realities of returning to civilian life. We understand the mental and physical tolls, the challenges, and the struggles. We understand what veterans want and need in order to cope with these life challenges. Our work will create a new community, a new forum, and new programs to help former war fighters integrate back into “normal” life after military service. Our vision is to help Soldiers, Marines, Airmen, and Sailors help one another ‘Continue the Mission of Life,’ in whatever form that may be. We believe that by standing together at home, just as we stood together during war time, we will help each other succeed in getting back to life.” At their location in Liberty, NC, they train and work with both rescued dogs and horses. Come learn more! Additionally, the Charlie Mike organization is supported locally by The Commissary, a bakery and coffee shop, in downtown Graham (thecommissary.org; also on Facebook and Instagram) – yummy provisions for a good mission. All revenue and profits benefit CharlieMike.org, and the mission to serve Military Veterans and First Responders. Please join us to learn more about Charlie Mike, their programs, and animals, and to meet some really incredible people impacting Veterans’ lives each and every day. Remember, you don’t have to be a Veteran to be part of the Veterans ERG; we welcome Veteran-affiliated folks and those who want to support Veterans. Oaks 212 is located in the McCoy Commons building (same building and floor as the Phoenix Office). Lunch will be provided for registered attendees.

Register for September 4th Veterans ERG

How to Prepare Files for Print – NEW DATE

Thursday, September 18, 11:00 a.m.-noon – McCoy Commons, Oaks 212

This session will cover how to ensure your files are printed the correct size, color, and best quality. Topics like “bleed” and “trim marks” will be defined and demonstrated. Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator tips and techniques will be covered and reasons for using them vs. Canva. Coffee, water, and snacks will be provided.

Register for September 18th How-To

 

ADDITIONAL CAMPUS PROGRAMS

(open to all faculty & staff)

It’s STILL All About the Data (IT class)

An information security-aware culture plays a key role in protecting university data and advancing excellence within the university. Exercising good data governance provides the university with data that is accurate, dependable, and available, and reduces the risk of data breaches and unauthorized data access by phishers and cyberstalkers. This presentation will equip you with the knowledge and skills to recognize and avoid threats, such as phishing emails, malware, and social engineering attacks. By understanding how to protect sensitive data and secure online activities, you can be our first line of defense, minimizing human error and strengthening our university’s overall security posture. This is a virtual / Zoom class.

Attending this session will satisfy your 2025-2026 fiscal year security awareness training requirement.

CyberTrivia – Elon Style (IT class)

Test your knowledge of Elon’s cybersecurity requirements and fun facts during this trivia contest. Come as one and join a team, or encourage your office mates to register and compete as a team. This is a great team building exercise and a fun and informative way to learn more about Elon’s cybersecurity and data compliance requirements. Fabulous prizes will be awarded to the first and second place teams.

Attending this trivia contest will satisfy your 2025-2026 fiscal year security awareness training requirement.

  • Thursday, July 24, 3:30-4:30 p.m., McCoy Commons, Oaks 212 – register here

Digital Information Security Escape Room Challenge (IT class)

Join your Elon Colleagues in solving a number of puzzles in a security-themed digital Cyber Escape Room challenge. The contest will show-off your cybersecurity skills and challenge your team building and problem-solving abilities. The contest provides your team resources and walks you through a series of puzzles. Your team has one hour to complete the puzzles and join an elite group of Cybersecurity Operatives.

This fun and informative game will satisfy your 2025-2026 information security awareness training requirement. This series of contests will run throughout the month of April. The team that completes their puzzles in the shortest amount of time will win a fabulous prize!

Two days prior to your reserved time, you will receive an email from “LivingSecurity” with instructions on how to log into the escape room and participate in the challenge.

  • CLASS DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON

Elon NEXT: Professional & Continuing Education

Courses start soon! 

Register for Elon NEXT Programs

Elon NEXT: Professional & Continuing Education provides in-demand workforce skills to advance your career and satisfy your love of learning.

As an additional employee benefit, all Elon employees receive one free Elon NEXT course taught by an Elon instructor per academic year. Over 30 courses and professional certificates are open for registration and taught both on-campus and online in topics like data analysis & visualization, Microsoft Excel, project management, business leadership, and cybersecurity.

Have questions about these offerings or interested in teaching in the future? Contact Jack Rodenfels, Director, Professional & Continuing Studies: jrodenfels@elon.edu

Note: Additional assistance in funding may be available through a partnership with the Office of Leadership and Professional Development.

Ongoing Campus Wide Mental Health Training

New offering!

SOS for Higher Ed, an online mental health and suicide prevention training that uses video and interactive learning to teach students, faculty, and staff how to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) in their role in suicide prevention. This program is part of our ongoing commitment to fostering a culture of care and shared responsibility for student well-being.

Take 30 minutes to learn:

  • How to recognize signs of suicide risk
  • How to have caring conversations that encourage someone to seek help
  • How to build community connections that foster positive mental well-being
  • An overview of available student mental health resources, on and off campus

This training replaces Kognito At-Risk and provides a more realistic, engaging experience. Even if you have completed Kognito in the past, we are encouraging everyone to complete this new program to refresh your knowledge.

To Access the Course:

  • Visit mindwise.digitalchalk.com and click Create Account
  • Enter your name, school email address, and a chosen password, then click Create
  • Copy and paste or type the redemption code: Elon (no spaces before or after), then click Next
  • View your dashboard and select the SOS for Higher Ed course that fits your role on campus

Upon completion of the training, Counseling Services staff will offer debriefing sessions as an opportunity to reflect on key takeaways, discuss practical applications, and address any questions or challenges. To request a debriefing session, please submit an Outreach Request Form.