In October, Kirsten Carrier, assistant dean of campus life and director of residence life and Lucy Sneader, graduate apprentice for the Global Neighborhood, presented at the North Carolina Housing Officers (NCHO) conference in Greensboro, hosted by NC A&T.

While Braetan Peters ‘26 was enjoying the scenery during a Grand Canyon rafting trip, she was missing the comfort of her cell phone. Now, she’s turning that experience into her Elon College Fellows research, studying the connections people have with their devices.

Students participating in the fall Study USA Charlotte program have had a semester packed with professional development opportunities and place-based learning experiences.

The Oct. 31 program offered attendees hands-on demonstrations and discussions on how drones are reshaping industries from agriculture to public safety. New features this year included a lively drone soccer showcase by Asheboro City Schools and expanded sessions on AI applications, weather data, and flight authorization technology.

Higher education professionals from across the region are invited to a program at Elon University that will feature plenary remarks and discussions on mentoring, belonging and the future of student affairs.

Hosted on Halloween, the annual Pumpkin Festival welcomed trick-or-treaters to the event for the first time.

Former U.S. Interior Secretary and REI CEO Sally Jewell joined Elon University President Connie Ledoux Book in LaRose Digital Theatre on Oct. 30, 2025, for a conversation on leadership, ethics and business as a force for good.

During the event, small groups of students meet with community volunteers to discuss topics surrounding end-of-life care. Each participant first reflects individually, then joins their group in open, heartfelt dialogue.

The fellowship gave the Elon nursing student practical experience in her field of interest, just in time for graduation in spring 2026.

Elon University Business Fellows traveled to New York City in two cohorts to visit leading firms across finance and accounting, connecting with alumni and turning the idea of working in the city into a tangible goal.