Articles by Eric Townsend
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2026 Commencement news releases available to download
May 31, 2026
Elon University has made available online customized announcements for 2026 graduates and their parents to submit to hometown media outlets.
Elon University Board of Trustees elects two members at spring meeting
May 28, 2026
Eric Sklut P’14 and Amy Muntner P’24 will bring their knowledge and professional experience as community and philanthropic leaders to their roles on the university’s governing board.
Elon named to Hollywood Reporter’s 2026 list of ‘25 Best Drama Schools in the World’
May 28, 2026
One of the entertainment industry’s oldest and most influential publications included Elon University for the second consecutive year in a ranking that also featured Julliard, Yale, and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, among other top schools.
‘Unleashed exuberance’ shines bright at Donning of the Kente
May 22, 2026
Smiles. Tears. Hugs. Laughter. For graduates in the Class of 2026 who recognize African cultures and histories, an annual program on the eve of Commencement was marked by powerful expressions of community, love and family.
Elon and Queens move toward first phase of shared services
May 12, 2026
As the merger approval process continues, Elon and Queens are planning to align a number of administrative and operational functions through shared services, beginning June 30.
‘Student Guide to AI’ returns for third year with a new focus: Human capabilities
May 12, 2026
“Human Wisdom for the Age of AI: A Field Guide to Cultivating Essential Skills”, a publication by Elon University, the American Association of Colleges and Universities and The Princeton Review, is provided to students and institutions free of charge.
Lavender Celebration honors LGBTQIA graduates in Class of 2026
May 10, 2026
An annual springtime program hosted by Elon University’s Gender and LGBTQIA Center brought dozens of graduating students and their families together for a shared moment of love and support for one another in the days before Commencement.
Student opportunities grow as Elon-Queens merger takes shape
May 4, 2026
Queens and Elon University are strengthening student opportunities through a merged academic calendar, a priority pathway for Queens undergrads to Elon Law, and participation in the first cohort of the Deliberative Citizenship Network.
Elon University Speaker Series welcomes authors, athletes and advocates to campus in 2026-27
May 1, 2026
A lineup of nationally recognized public intellectuals, military heroes, sports figures and activists will share their stories with campus audiences in a series exploring "Bold Leadership."
Student bell-ringing ceremony marks completion of Peace Corps Prep Program
May 1, 2026
The program equips undergraduates with critical competencies across four essential areas: sector-specific training, foreign language proficiency, intercultural competence, and professional leadership development.