Working @ Elon

A new leave planning process will launch in early 2026 as part of the Phoenix Forward initiative. The process will support a more consistent, coordinated and thoughtful approach to reporting leave and taking time off.

By January 2026, Elon will complete its transition to eduroam, a global wireless network that provides secure Wi-Fi access on campus and at thousands of institutions.

In October, Kirsten Carrier, assistant dean of campus life and director of residence life and Lucy Sneader, graduate apprentice for the Global Neighborhood, presented at the North Carolina Housing Officers (NCHO) conference in Greensboro, hosted by NC A&T.

For Karla Estrada Perez, learning about and celebrating cultures and identities builds communities and relationships.

The event marks an historical milestone for one of Elon’s newest benefits for its employees and students.

Elon IT’s Gary Sheehan is stepping into a statewide leadership role as president of the new Cloud Security Alliance Piedmont Area Chapter, promoting smarter, safer cloud computing and expanding Elon’s presence in the broader cybersecurity community.

The Mid-Level Professionals Institute (MLPI) 2025-26 cohort launched their year with a two-day summer retreat in June focused on the theme “Learning Toward: Leadership & Followship.”

Elon University was recognized as a workplace that supports the health and well-being of working families and children.

This initiative exemplifies Elon’s dedication to inclusive excellence and the ongoing pursuit of equitable teaching practices that support all learners.

As faculty fellow for technology, Eric Bauer is using one-on-one faculty interviews to surface real teaching needs and help bridge the gap between academic experience and campus technology strategy.