Elon University’s Department of Art and downtown Burlington collaborate to install traffic control signal boxes featuring student artwork.

In addition to supporting Elon’s future health and wellness hub, the gift from Trustee Bob Chandler and Amy Chandler will provide funding to make global experiences possible for student-athletes.

Alexander Roberts ’27 is the recipient of the prestigious 2026 Undergraduate Research Award from North Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities.

Elon University celebrated the Class of 2026 on May 22 as students officially became alumni during the university’s 136th Commencement Ceremonies in Schar Center, where they were encouraged to embrace failure, pursue growth and remain hopeful about the future.

Students, staff, faculty and friends joined together at Irazú Coffee for the fifth annual Global Vision song contest. Performers can either do karaoke, sing an original song, or lip sync, the one stipulation is that it must be in a language other than English.

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.

Rua’s visit was part of Elon Music Theatre’s ongoing initiative to bring working industry professionals to campus for training, exposure to current Broadway practices, and expanded educational opportunities for students.

Retirees were honored during a faculty/staff luncheon on May 12 in Alumni Gym.

The annual ¡Celebremos!: Graduates Take Flight celebration highlighted the families, mentors and communities that supported students who celebrate Latinx and Hispanic cultures, traditions and experiences throughout their Elon journeys.

The virtual panel, hosted by The Conference Board, focused on how artificial intelligence could impact business and higher education.