Keren Rivas

Hundreds of faculty and staff, alumni, parents and friends gathered in Rhodes Stadium Oct. 21 for Rally Elon to celebrate surpassing the historic $100 million Ever Elon goal.

Eric Hall, professor of exercise science and coordinator of Elon's neuroscience program, was featured in the inaugural edition of the President's Report, which highlights faculty and student scholarship during the 2010-11 academic year.

Dozens of students, educators, residents and people who work in water management across the state attended the daylong conference.

Thanks to the generosity of faculty, staff and other donors, Ever Elon: The Campaign for the Future of Our University has passed the $95 million mark toward the $100 million goal. This historic campaign, the largest in Elon’s history and the first to focus primarily on endowment building, has transformed student learning and facilities and added significant resources for faculty development.

Clyde Ellis’ interest in American Indian lore and culture can be traced to his childhood. But it wasn’t until his teenage years that he discovered his love for beadwork art, a passion he cultivates to this day.

For Ann Flaherty, director of Elon’s new leadership and professional development office, leadership is not confined to the boardroom, classroom or steering committee. It’s personal.