Alumni

The Elon alum says the technical training he gained at the university was vital, but connecting with the Elon community in New York City has made his transition to a musical theatre career even better.

Kenneth Francoeur '12 is currently in the cast of the National Tour of Les Misérables. Several Elon students and Polly Cornelius, associate teaching professor of music, went backstage and met the cast and crew at the Steven Tanger Center for the Performing Arts in Greensboro, North Carolina

Jasmine Walker ’25 grew up in Alamance County and now, through Elon’s Year of Service Fellows Program, she’s getting the opportunity to give back and learn from her community.

The Elon alumna and Teach for Alamance Fellow earned the district-wide award recognizing her ability to foster connections with students, aided by the relationships with Elon faculty in the Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education.

On Thursday, January 15, 2026, Yasmine Arrington Brooks ’15, will be recognized as a 2025 Washingtonian of the Year by Washingtonian Magazine.

How imagination and hands-on learning built Elon’s School of Communications and will continue to shape its next 25 years

Rachel Taff '14 reflects on her journey from producer to published author.

Take a look back at Elon University's achievements with a selection of 25 photos from 2025.

Mark your calendars for Elon University's Family Weekend and Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2026!

Years after graduating, Junie Vargas ’21 continues to carry the lessons she learned at Elon into her work with Charlotte Family Housing. By welcoming students into meaningful engagement, she shows how service creates lasting change for both volunteers and the communities they serve.