Isabella Cannon Global Education Center

Since 2008, Elon students have had the opportunity to participate for a semester in Elon University’s fully immersive Los Angeles experience.

From behind-the-scenes excellence to cross-campus collaboration, this year’s honorees for Staff Appreciation Day reflect the spirit of commitment and care that defines the Elon experience.

Kira Campagna ’26 and Ruby Radis ’26 were the first two students to chime a newly installed bell inside the Isabella Cannon Global Education Center to celebrate their completion of the Peace Corps Prep Program at Elon University.

What do you do with the gift of an oak sapling when you can’t bring it back to your home nation after graduation? You plant it in a campus grove that celebrates your achievement.

Dean of Global Education Nick Gozik spoke with the publication about what students should look for in study abroad programs.

To celebrate Elon’s 135th Commencement on May 23, Today at Elon is highlighting several graduating seniors who have made the most of their Elon experience.

The sport management major is leading a global initiative to build accessible turf soccer fields in underserved communities, with the latest project underway in northern Argentina. Inspired by a childhood trip and fueled by study abroad experiences, his mission blends a love of soccer with a drive to create lasting social impact.

The senior from Burlington, North Carolina, will become the first Elon student to graduate after completing three signature programs designed to increase access to higher education.

Robby Van Riet started his college experience like any other student, but when a medical challenge changed his course, his determination and Elon helped him ‘surf the waves,’ rather than ‘change the current.’

The Isabella Cannon Global Education Center (GEC) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Dean’s Excellence Awards, recognizing outstanding students, faculty and staff whose work has significantly advanced global engagement across Elon University.