Philanthropy

Inspired by Book’s service to Elon, Trustee Kerrii Brown Anderson ’79 has made a $500,000 gift to name the gathering space at the university’s future health and wellness hub.

Identical twins Liam and Julien Dupas brought their Atlanta-rooted passion for filmmaking to Elon University, where scholarships, mentorship, and hands-on programs helped them launch a production company, earn festival recognition, and land real-world industry experience.

Family and friends of the late Allison Keill have joined together to endow a scholarship in her name that will provide students with life-changing global engagement opportunities.

Scheduled to open in fall 2026, Slattery Center will be located within Elon’s Innovation Quad, home to the university’s engineering and other STEM programs.

The university community gathered April 10, 2026, on South Campus for a ribbon-cutting ceremony that marks the next chapter in the storied history of an iconic Elon space.

Elon University is featuring a variety of photos every month to highlight the exceptional learning, work and activities of students, faculty and staff.

Gifts from alumni, students, parents and friends helped the law school surpass 2025’s Elon Day record by more than 30 percent.

Motivated by her cousin Grace, who has Down syndrome, Izzie Crowley found her purpose in helping children reach their potential, no matter their challenges. Supported by a personal donor relationship that reminds her why she chose this path, Crowley aims to make a difference in the education system.

Held on March 13 and 14, the Women of Elon WEekend included breakout sessions focused on the six dimensions of well-being, including a fireside chat with TODAY show nutrition expert Joy Bauer.

The special bond between classmates William Rudd Jr. ’50 and James Robertson ’50 inspired Rudd’s son to make a $100,000 gift to the university.