Faculty & Staff

The longtime faculty member in the Department of Mathematics will spend the 2026-27 academic year researching the way math has been used to drive storytelling – and how stories then spark the curiosity of readers who want to learn more about math concepts.

A graduate of the M.A. in Interactive Media program, Buck returns to the School of Communications to guide development efforts that advance student opportunities, academic priorities and alumni engagement.

One of the university's most beloved faculty members for more than three decades passed away on Feb. 13, 2026, leaving a legacy shaped by his work with thousands of students and "a powerful voice that lifted up the most cherished values of the institution."

Franzese discusses her new co-edited volume on Disney and the transformative impact of study abroad experiences.

Professor Cynthia Fair in the Departments of Public Health and Human Service Studies teaches a class that helps students better understand childbirth, including the language, mechanics and cultural beliefs around human reproduction.

Planning is underway for a transition to Canvas during the 2026–27 academic year, guided by a deliberate approach focused on training and support needs for the campus community.

The 2026 North Carolina Campus Engagement PACE conference was hosted by Elon University on Feb. 11.

The January program brought together alumni for hands-on training in practical, ethical and workplace-ready artificial intelligence skills.

Jsaela Barrow L’26, Jennifer Carbajal L’26, Tarrah Casey L’26, Adriana Hernandez Ordonez L’25, and Elyanna Smith L’26 join Associate Professor Chrystal Clodomir in enhancing teaching, learning and community at Elon Law.

Through her teaching, scholarship and leadership in equity initiatives, the assistant professor of dance is expanding the visibility of traditional West African dance at Elon and using technology, including artificial intelligence, to make the art form more accessible.