In this column distributed by the Elon University Writers Syndicate, Jean Rattigan-Rohr, vice president for access and success and professor of education at Elon, notes both the similarities and differences between George Floyd's death and those killed at lynchings throughout American history.

Twenty-two freshmen from Alamance County high schools have been selected to join the 14th class of the college access and success program.

Amy and Rob Heinrich P’22 of Grayslake, Illinois, create life-changing opportunities for ‘tough and tenacious’ students in the Odyssey Program. Their gift is counted toward the Elon LEADS Campaign.

Elon's vice president for access and success was recognized at the organization's Early Education Summit.

The "It Takes a Village" Project's fall semester concluded with a food-themed lesson hosted by Elon Dining and Harvest Table Culinary Group.

The project will conclude for the year with a hands-on learning event held in partnership with Harvest Table Culinary Group on Dec. 4 in Alumni Gym.

The national celebration, now in its third year, recognizes the success of those who are the first in their families to attend college.

Students in the Elon Academy, the university's college access and success program for academically promising high school students, spent Tuesday afternoon learning about career opportunities from local professionals. 

The June 17 gathering provided the opportunity for Elon faculty and staff to talk with members of the newest cohort, the Xi Class, as well as other Elon Academy scholars who will be on campus through mid-July. 

Friends, family and supporters gathered with members of Elon Academy's Lambda Class to applaud their achievements and cheer them on as they prepare to start college this fall.