Isabella Cannon Global Education Center

Driven by a lifelong love of sports, Shaan Gandhi ’27 has turned passion into purpose through hands-on learning at Elon. With support from the Queen City Internship Grant, he gained real-world experience with the ACC while growing his sports business, SAG Autographs, and learning from mentors who inspire him to lead with drive and adaptability.

Inspired by the 2008 financial crisis, Noah Biggers ’26 is pursuing a dual degree in accounting through the Odyssey Program to ensure ethical accountability in the corporate world.

Human rights advocate and leader of the Xinka Indigenous people from Guatemala, Sheny Lemus, along with other activists, visited Elon as part of a North Carolina tour hosted by US-based organizations Witness for Peace Southeast, the Iximché Media, and the Network in Solidarity with the People of Guatemala.

Elon Business Fellow Emilie Orendorff ’26 is empowering women in the male-dominated finance field through mentorship, confidence and leadership as president of Elon’s Women in Finance.

Through a new partnership with Pistoia Basket, a top professional basketball organization in Italy, and the Accademia Europea di Firenze, Elon students will explore the intersection of sport, culture and education.

Guests toured the Elon Charlotte South End campus and learned about the undergraduate and graduate academic programs offered in the space.

A ceremony in what was previously known as Global Commons in the university's Global Neighborhood now bears the name of a 1920 graduate described as "a beacon of leadership and intellectual curiosity."

Assistant Professor Francisco "Paco" Chen-López brought fresh perspectives on Latin American identity during his visit to Elon University. Through his keynote address and classroom visits, he revealed how Chinese migration has impacted Latin American history and culture.

Elon University Los Angeles hosts LA study away leadership meeting for discussion on academics, internships and shared opportunities for students in 2026

Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley provides this weekly message to help students stay informed and prepare for the upcoming week, with a special emphasis on Homecoming Week 2025.