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LGBTQIA Faculty and Staff Reception

July 20, 2017

Annual social that brings Elon's LGBTQIA & Ally faculty and staff together to chat, laugh, and connect. All are welcome. Free beverage ticket & refreshments provided. Sponsered by Elon's LGBTQIA Employee Resource Group. 

 

Asian-Pacific Islander & Asian Studies Reception

July 20, 2017

The Asian Studies Program at Elon University invites all faculty and staff who self-identify as Asian-Pacific Islander or Asian, or whose research, teaching, or personal experience significantly engages with Asia or Pacific Islands. This reception aims to recognize and celebrate our diversity of heritage and our depth of expertise and interest in the region.

 

Black Faculty and Staff Reception

July 20, 2017

The Black Faculty and Staff reception seeks to welcome new employees and reconnect with current colleagues within the Elon University community. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served.

 

Hispanic/Latino Faculty and Staff Reception

July 20, 2017

The Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education invites you to the Hispanic/Latino Faculty and Staff Reception.  This reception is an opportunity for Hispanic/Latino faculty and staff to welcome new members to the Elon community, network, and build social support.

 

(Re) Discovering Elon Fair

July 20, 2017

Faculty and staff from the campus programs and resources listed below will be available to talk about their programs/offices and the opportunities/support they provide. 

Individuals from the following offices and programs will be available to discuss their programs and answer your questions. Light refreshments provided.

 

Honors Thesis New Mentor Meeting

July 20, 2017

This meeting is required for any faculty member who will be mentoring an Honors Fellow for the first time, and is encouraged for all Honors mentors. The session provides an overview of expectations of the Honors Program.

Intended Audience: Specifically new mentors of Honors Fellows, but all Honors mentors are invited.

 

Clar publishes article on carbon nanotubes

July 20, 2017

Assistant Professor of Chemistry Justin Clar has published a research article on  the absorption of surfactant molecules to single-wall carbon nanotubes. 

Faculty and Staff Leaders of Short-term Study Abroad and Study USA Courses

July 19, 2017

This workshop is required of faculty and staff who will be leading a group off-campus in 2017-18, whether abroad or domestically. We will have guest speakers offer strategies on how to build responsible student behavior into your curriculum as well as reflection activities. Please direct any questions to Mark Dalhouse.

Intended Audience: Faculty and staff teaching short-term study abroad and Study USA courses 2017-18.  

 

Student Health Behaviors: Response and Referral Resources

July 19, 2017

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, academic performance and student health are inextricably linked. Learn techniques for supporting student health and responding to indicators of unhealthy behaviors. Get updated information on university resources for individual response and referrals. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reports that about a quarter of college students experience difficulty with academics due to alcohol use. Other health topics impacting academic performance include sleep, stress, nutrition, sexuality and relationships.

Intended Audience: Open to all members of the Elon University Community