Articles by Eric Townsend
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Elon Poll: North Carolinians concerned about public safety but split on use of National Guard
October 14, 2025
The latest statewide survey by the Elon University Poll reveals significant safety concerns in the wake of highly publicized violent crime incidents in North Carolina and elsewhere.
For Elon and Queens, stakeholder feedback shapes approach to merger
October 9, 2025
Listening sessions, town halls and a feedback form have generated hundreds of comments and ideas that inspire the administrators creating a formal agreement to unify resources and expand student learning opportunities at both institutions.
Knight Commission/Elon Poll: College sports are at a crossroads
October 9, 2025
A recent survey of NCAA Division I campus leaders reveals deep concerns over direction of Division I sports, financial stability and the impact of the
House v. NCAA settlement on collegiate athletics.
Elon and Queens host Family Weekend listening sessions on proposed merger
October 3, 2025
Common themes emerged from families on both campuses who attended sessions for those seeking to learn more about the universities' strategic and student-centered intent to merge.
Introducing the Sprint Teams for Elon and Queens
September 25, 2025
Guided by Elon University Senior Vice President Jim Piatt and Queens University President Emerita Pamela Davies, key administrators from both universities will convene weekly in October to identify options that build community, support students, and honor the histories of both campuses in the lead-up to an official merger.
Elon University again named best in the nation for undergraduate teaching
September 23, 2025
For the fifth year in a row, Elon University tops a “Best Undergraduate Teaching” list published by U.S. News & World Report, while the university was ranked among the top 10 in the nation in every category that comprises “Programs that Enhance Student Experience.”
Elon summit with RTI International examines humanity in the age of AI
September 21, 2025
Researchers, thought leaders, and policy makers attended a daylong program in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park on Sept. 17, 2025, to develop research agendas and explore philosophical questions on the nature of humanity with the rise of artificial intelligences.
Poll: Americans expect AI to harm many essential human abilities by 2035
September 17, 2025
Findings were presented at a Sept. 17 conference, “The Human Edge: Our Future with Artificial Intelligences", co-hosted by Elon University and RTI International in Durham, N.C.
Phoenix Five: Dialogues, fairs, and the Common Reading
September 15, 2025
Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley offers this weekly message to help students stay informed and prepare for the week ahead.
Elon honored with 2025 Higher Education Excellence and Distinction Award
September 15, 2025
For the second consecutive year, the university has been recognized by Insight Into Academia, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education, for its commitment to academic excellence, belonging, and community building.