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Elon students and faculty extend multifaith engagement to the community
May 6, 2026
Elon's commitment to multifaith engagement is reflected in the work its students do in the community, from teaching ESL courses at a local mosque to making food for a community church.
Elon welcomes 10th class of Multifaith Scholars
April 29, 2026
Through a two-year fellows program, the six students in this multidisciplinary cohort will undertake mentored undergraduate research projects, enroll in specialized coursework and engage in community-based learning with diverse religious communities.
Aftab S. Jassal delivers Religious Studies Powell Lecture
April 22, 2026
This year’s endowed lecturer brings human-divine relations in Himalayan Hindu communities to life for a campus audience
Sheila Otieno publishes chapter on gender and poverty
April 20, 2026
The chapter appears in a Cultural Histories Series published by Bloomsbury.
Across disciplines, Elon faculty integrate multifaith understanding into the classroom
April 15, 2026
Professors across the university are incorporating multifaith understanding into their courses, supporting the university’s Multifaith Strategic Plan, and helping to prepare students to interact, work with and serve those from a variety of backgrounds.
Amy Allocco presents keynote address at University of Florida conference, Religion: Conflict and Continuity
April 13, 2026
The professor of Religious Studies also offered a seminar in research methodologies for graduate students.
Strategic multifaith engagement shapes the Elon campus experience
March 30, 2026
Through signature traditions, student-led initiatives, inclusive dining practices and vibrant religious and spiritual organizations, Elon prepares graduates to navigate a diverse and interconnected world with respect and understanding.
Elon Nursing faculty present innovative simulation work at state conference
March 30, 2026
Faculty in Elon University’s Department of Nursing recently presented at the North Carolina statewide simulation conference, Beyond the Manikin, contributing to conversations on innovative approaches in simulation-based education.
Pamela Runestad announced as the next scholar in the Center for the Study of Religion, Culture, and Society
March 18, 2026
The assistant professor of anthropology will will bring ethnographic expertise and a commitment to holistic wellness pedagogy to the Center’s ongoing initiatives.
Center for the Study of Religion, Culture, and Society hosts On the Edge Symposium
March 9, 2026
Seventeen scholars from across North America came together for the center’s sixth On the Edge Symposium.