Elon Alumni

Sowande’ Mustakeem ’00, author of “Slavery at Sea: Terror, Sex and Sickness in the Middle Passage,” shares her story of loss, triumph and success, since graduating as Elon’s first African & African-American Studies major.

Elon is featured on the annual list of U.S. doctoral institutions whose graduates were offered Fulbright student awards for 2020-21.

Join us today to celebrate Elon Day, the university’s annual day of giving. Make a gift, attend virtual and on-campus events, and show your Elon spirit on social media as we grow opportunities for students.

Elon Performing Arts' workshop premiere of the new musical was rehearsed and filmed last fall. It was co-written by Elon alumnus and faculty member Dan Gibson MTE '10 and is Elon's first filmed musical.

John and Catherine Somers ’14 found love and more during their time at Elon.

Paula DiBiasio, associate professor in physical therapy and GLO program coordinator, and Danielle Lake, director of design thinking and associate professor, are partnering with Doctor of Physical Therapy program students and Global Learning Opportunities (GLO) program alumni to co-design the future of GLO. DiBiasio envisions a more flexible program that positively impacts healthcare disparities by promoting students’ development of skills related to engaging with difference sensitively and equitably.

Despite her initial hesitancy to work in politics, the Elon alumna and former multimedia journalist has found the right position for her skillset and faith, as well as a politician and message she believes in.

Watts is Elon’s first alum to be nominated for a Tony Award, receiving praise for his breakout performance as Ike Turner in “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.”

Speakers representing the NBA, NFL, MLB, ACC and Minor League Baseball discussed their experiences in the sports industry and highlighted the value of a diverse work force.

After watching an episode of “Roswell, New Mexico” she directed, Raimist spoke to students on Jan. 18 regarding her work in television, how she got her start, and what it is like to direct during a pandemic.