Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley offers this weekly message to help students stay informed and prepare for the week ahead.
Spring Break is almost here – I know we are all looking forward to Friday! Before then, here are five things to know about the week ahead:
SGA Elections, Events, and Resources
There are several important activities coming up this week from your Student Government Association:
SGA Spring Elections
Monday and Tuesday, March 16-17, conducted through PhoenixCONNECT
In addition to the leadership of SGA for next year, the Spring Elections ballot also includes the semifinalists for Senior Commencement Speaker. Members of SGA will be available to answer any questions at Moseley tables Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sips with SPIE
Monday, March 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Irazu Coffee Shop
The Students Promoting Inclusive Excellence Committee will host a four-panel discussion on identity and imposter syndrome, sharing personal stories and strategies to support peers and foster a more inclusive campus.
Funding Your Events: SGA Budget Request Workshop (Q1)
Tuesday, March 17, 5-6:15 p.m., KOBC 112
New to SGA funding or need a refresher? This session will walk student organization leaders through how to submit a Quarter 1 budget request in PhoenixCONNECT, including tips, common mistakes to avoid and time for questions.
SGA Spring Election Results Announcement
Tuesday, March 17, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Medallion Plaza
Bill Adair: “Why Fact-Checking Still Matters in our Polarized Discourse”
Monday, March 16, 7:30 p.m., Whitley Auditorium
Bill Adair, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and founder of PolitiFact, will discuss how misinformation shapes political conversations. Drawing from his book Beyond the Big Lie, he explains why fact-checking still matters in today’s political climate. Sponsored by Liberal Arts Forum.
Erica Moiah James: “Haptic Archives and the Critical Work of Tenderness in Global Caribbean Art”
Tuesday, March 17, 5:30 p.m., LaRose Student Commons
Erica Moiah James, an art historian and professor at the University of Miami, will speak about contemporary Caribbean art and how artists explore themes of touch, care and connection. Her talk draws on her research on Caribbean and African diaspora art and her upcoming book After Caliban. Sponsored by Art History.
Physician Assistant Program Panel
Tuesday, March 17, 5-6:15 p.m., KOBC 112
Join the Elon University Physician Assistant (PA) Program as they meet with the Elon Pre-Health Society and any students interested in learning more about becoming a PA. They’ll share insights about the program, discuss their experiences, and answer questions about the PA career path.
Cup of Culture: Street Spice and Green Papaya
Wednesday, March 18, 5:30-7 p.m., El Centro Kitchen, Carlton 114
Cup of Culture is one of CREDE’s signature monthly programs that introduces students to different APISA (Asian, Pacific Islander, and South Asian) cultures through food and conversation. Students will learn how to make green papaya salad, a dish known for its bold balance of spicy, sour, salty and sweet flavors.
Look for more information on Tuesday about Campus Safety and Services during Spring Break. There’s no Phoenix Five email message next Sunday. Have a great spring break!