Awards & Recognitions

Elon University celebrated the Class of 2025 in dual ceremonies for the institution's 135th Commencement Exercises on May 23, 2025 in Schar Center.

The graduating students reflected on identity, resilience and community at “¡Celebremos!: Graduates Take Flight” celebration.

A May swearing-in ceremony to the North Carolina and federal courts hosted by the Greensboro Bar Association marked the professional achievements of members of the Class of 2024.

On May 21, Elon University’s Department of Nursing recognized its inaugural cohort of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program with a pinning ceremony in McCrary Theater.

The annual ceremony highlights the accomplishments of graduating Elon students who recognize their African roots.

Kevin A. Trapani, the retired co-founder, president, and CEO of a North Carolina insurance provider who serves as an executive-in-residence for the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, delivered a Commencement address to Elon University master's candidates in the Class of 2025 whom he challenged to "teach character" by embracing habits for life in a chaotic world.

An unprecedented number of Elon students were winners at the National Association of Teachers of Singing Mid-Atlantic Regional Vocal Competition, and 10 are advancing to the semi-finals which will be held June 26-29 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Elon University celebrated over 60 first-generation students, the largest to date, during an inspiring stole ceremony on May 21 that highlighted the strength, support and achievement of the first-gen community.

To celebrate Elon’s 135th Commencement on May 23, Today at Elon is highlighting several graduating seniors who have made the most of their Elon experience.

Elon faculty demonstrated AI teaching innovations at the May 9 AI Pedagogy Challenge. Five projects won. Event launched the AI Toolbox, a new website for ethical and responsible AI tools in education.