Huemanity of People

Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Student Health and Well-Being Jana Lynn Patterson's experience as a first-generation college student laid the foundation for her storied career in higher education.

Sylvie McCavanagh ’29 learned to embrace her identity as a student with dyslexia and uses her experience to uplift others with learning differences.

As dean of Elon University School of Law, Zak Kramer is preparing students to navigate difference with curiosity, empathy and intellectual courage.

Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Education Melissa Scales found a calling to help people move, heal and be seen.

From the Black Student Union to the Student Government Association, several Elon University student leaders recently shared reflections on the Division of Inclusive Excellence’s framework for making campus a welcoming place for all people.

Maddie Milner ’27 tells stories through movement and motion.

Inclusive Excellence is foundational to Elon and aspires to build “a college for the world.” This is the start of a series that will cover Inclusive Excellence and how it relates to multiple audiences at Elon.

Karen Lindsey, assistant professor of strategic communications, is connecting with students one conversation at a time.

Nailah Ware ’26 is creating a more equitable community through knowledge acquisition and intentional action.

A Multifaith Scholar, Sandoh Ahmadu ’25 found a community at Elon that encouraged him to explore and practice different forms of spirituality and faith.