Lead with the Center for Leadership

The Center for Leadership (CFL) is focused on supporting students as they learn, practice, and make meaning of being a leader at Elon and beyond.  Students practice leadership skills in student organizations, through peer mentoring experiences, on and off campus employment, and by volunteering.  The CFL offers leadership programming, leadership coaching, and engagement opportunities. We encourage everyone to stay connected by following our social media pages or check out the opportunities listed throughout our website.

  • Join the Center for Leadership on PhoenixCONNECT to get our weekly e-newsletter, which provides information about upcoming leadership opportunities.
  • Browse our website for more information! You can also contact the Center for Leadership Professional Staff via email or phone (336-278-5323) to learn about opportunities on how to get involved.

Here are just a few ways you can get involved in leadership development at Elon through the Center for Leadership:

Ongoing Opportunities

  • Phoenix Leaders Program:  The Phoenix Leaders Program is an opportunity for emerging leaders to engage in a reflective leadership journey during their first or second year at Elon!  This program equips students in the program with leadership skills through workshops and an overnight retreat.  Our goal is that participants can create positive change at Elon after participating in this program. Visit the Phoenix Leaders page for more information.

  • Leadership Lunch & Learns:  The CFL hosts lunchtime leadership workshops 9-10 times each semester on Wednesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Be sure to register in advance on PhoenixConnect so we can provide lunch for you!  Just search for the CFL in the events tab.
  • Leadership Coaching:  Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level? Schedule a personalized coaching session with the Center for Leadership. Whether you’re navigating a challenge, exploring new leadership strategies, or aiming to grow specific skills, our team is here to help. Book an appointment by contacting Olivia Brown (obrown10@elon.edu) and start building the leadership toolkit you need to succeed. Email ) to schedule an appointment with a staff member.
  • Leadership ELR Information Sessions: Interested in gaining an ELR in Leadership? You can complete the ELR for a formal leadership role/position or through a self-identified initiative to create positive change. For more information, watch the Leadership ELR information session video by clicking the button below.

Incoming Student Opportunity

Incoming students for the Fall of 2025 (Class of 2029) we invite you to consider participating in a First-Year Student Experience this summer.  The Center for Leadership sponsors the “Phoenix Take Flight,” program which is part of the Adventures in Leadership summer offerings.  LEARN MORE