Inclusive Excellence at Elon

The president of Elon University’s Yoga Club shares how her student organization creates welcoming spaces for members of the campus community in the latest episode of a video series produced by the Division of Inclusive Excellence.

Elle Collins currently guides the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Program at the University of Florida and will join Elon University in April as executive director of a campus office that helps students from all backgrounds thrive in higher education.

Jonathan A. McElderry, dean of student inclusive excellence at Elon University, has officially begun his term as the 86th president of ACPA – College Student Educators International. In his opening address, he outlined his vision, emphasizing mentorship, representation and advocacy.

Five Elon students share their experiences as Black-identifying students and reflect on influential figures in their lives.

Hear from Sasha Stanley ’27, president of the university’s first predominantly Black, student-run dance team, on the way her organization reflects Elon’s commitment to inclusive excellence.

The former teacher has created Transforming Nations Ford, a community development nonprofit to amplify voices in underserved communities of color in parts of North Carolina’s Queen City.

The Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education will coordinate a series of events at Elon to celebrate Black History Month.

The National Day of Racial Healing will include a community building and healing luncheon, followed by a documentary screening and panel discussion.

An annual fundraiser co-hosted by students in the Department of Performing Arts and Elon University’s Gender & LGBTQIA Center will take place Jan. 15.

Jonathan Eig will speak about his book “King: A Life" as part of the Elon Speaker Series.