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Elon biology faculty publish case study exploring DNA, ethnicity and prehistoric human migrations
February 18, 2026
Dave Parker, Dave Gammon, Jen Uno and Jessica Merricks developed the case study to help students re-trace ancient human migration patterns using genetic evidence.
Elon creates community through Special Olympics and Elon Athletics partnership
February 18, 2026
Since 2023, students have raised nearly $5,000 to benefit Special Olympics Alamance County, demonstrating how classroom learning can extend far beyond campus walls and translate into tangible, meaningful community impact.
Brant Touchette delivers a call for environmental change in Distinguished Scholar Lecture
February 18, 2026
The professor of biology and environmental studies received the Distinguished Scholar award, Elon’s leading faculty research award, in Spring 2025.
Elon faculty, students and alumni to perform with Andrea Bocelli
February 18, 2026
Bocelli is currently on his Romanza – 30th Anniversary World Tour, and during the Raleigh, North Carolina stop, he will be joined by several members of the Elon community.
Alan Russell awarded full-year sabbatical to study the use of mathematics in popular fiction
February 18, 2026
The longtime faculty member in the Department of Mathematics will spend the 2026-27 academic year researching the way math has been used to drive storytelling – and how stories then spark the curiosity of readers who want to learn more about math concepts.
Physics & Astro Tea: The sounds of sand
February 17, 2026
Sand can sing, whistle, squeak and bark when stepped on.
Della Marie Vickers McKinnon ’62 and her family story that helped shape the university
February 17, 2026
Della Marie Vickers McKinnon ’62 has witnessed Elon’s evolution through decades of change. Being a part of a remarkable five-generation family legacy that has both shaped the campus and deeply enriched the surrounding community.
Kristian Ellis L’26 recognized as a top advocate at National Trial Competition Regional
February 17, 2026
Ellis was joined by seven classmates on the law school's Mock Trial team at the National Trial Competition Regional held at Wake Forest University on Feb. 6-8.
Elon’s ‘RENT’ featured immersive sound design made possible by student/mentor collaboration
February 17, 2026
An innovative audio experience provided a hands-on learning experience for a music production and recording arts student in the Department of Performing Arts with guidance from his faculty and staff mentors.
Alan Buck G’13 named School of Communications director of development
February 17, 2026
A graduate of the M.A. in Interactive Media program, Buck returns to the School of Communications to guide development efforts that advance student opportunities, academic priorities and alumni engagement.