Inspiring Future Leaders
A message from President Connie Ledoux Book
With admiration for the exceptional teaching faculty of Elon University, I am pleased to present the 2024 President’s Report. The faculty-authored stories in these pages highlight the remarkable work being done across our university — work that changes lives in the classroom and creates ripples of impact far beyond our campus. In a time when higher education faces growing scrutiny, we believe more than ever in education as a force for meaningful change.
Faculty Insights
Preparing students for humanity’s greatest challenges.
From Data to Real-World Impact
Empowering students with data literacy for a technology-driven future
Nurturing Compassionate Care
Preparing nursing students to deliver culturally aware and patient-centered health care
Reforming Juvenile Justice
Inspiring future lawyers to advocate for impactful juvenile justice system reform
Turning the Tide on Toxins
Empowering the next generation to solve complex water challenges and protect global health
Closing the Gap in Maternal Health
Preparing students in the classroom to challenge health disparities in the real world
Navigating Divides Through Radical Self-Awareness
Embracing humility and diverse perspectives to strengthen advocacy and foster unity in polarized times
Rebuilding Trust in a Distrustful Age
Teaching data literacy and ethics to combat misinformation and restore faith in public discourse
The Power of Love in Learning
Reimagining education with a teaching practice rooted in compassion and justice
At a Glance
Top rankings, achievements and publications from the past year.
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Lasting Impact
Elon’s national rankings, including U.S. News & World Report’s recognition as the best institution in the country for undergraduate teaching for four consecutive years, reflect our commitment to preparing graduates who excel in the classroom, the workplace and beyond.
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From our Shelf
With more than 250 titles produced in 2024, Elon experts address real-world challenges through recent publications.
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Advancing Boldly Elon
Highlights from the past year through the lens of Boldly Elon, the university’s strategic plan for 2030