#ElonDay at Elon Law is here! 

Karima Grady L’13, State of Maryland Appointed Attorney: "I give to Elon Law because Elon gave to me–time and time again!"[/caption]

The day’s theme, “I Believe in Elon” calls for members of the university community to support Elon with a gift and help make March 10 the greatest day of giving in the university’s history.

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Gifts of all sizes and designations will count toward the total given during the campaign.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Preston Nelson L’10, Nelson Law Firm, PLLC: &quot;I gave to Elon Law because I believe that someone has to lead the way.&quot;</span>[/caption]Members of the law school community can use #ElonDay on social media to take part in the celebration.

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#ElonDay became a top 10 nationally trending topic on Twitter and thousands of photos were submitted and posted on social media.

More importantly, over 1,000 donors believed enough in Elon to raise more than $100,000 for the university.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Shannon L. O. Russell L’09, In-House Legal Counsel at Barton College: &quot;I believe in Elon Law because the innovative curriculum produces leaders, not just lawyers.&quot;</span>[/caption]This year, Elon Day is an opportunity to show you believe in Elon Law. Join the celebration in honor of Elon’s birthday today!

Show you believe in Elon Law by making a gift on Elon Day to the annual scholarship fund or an area that is special to your family.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Amber Allen L’14, Compliance Associate, Fairview Investment Services: &quot;I support Elon Law because it is an asset to the legal community. I believe in Elon Law because it prepares students to lead in the workplace and the community. I give to Elon Law because I believe in its students.&quot;</span>[/caption]Visit the mobile-friendly Elon Day site to learn more. Bookmark the site and check it regularly on March 10 to see a rolling count of gifts and live updates on how others are celebrating Elon Day around the world.

<span style=”color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: Helvetica, Arial, ‘lucida grande’, tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);”>Samantha Gilman ’08, L’11, Senior Associate at Avalere Health: &quot;I support Elon Law because I believe Elon is training individuals who will have a positive impact on their community, and who have had a positive impact on me!&quot;</span>[/caption]Remember to be social using #ElonDay to add your voice and photos to the virtual celebration.

Together, we can make Elon Day the greatest day of giving in Elon’s history!

Some of the law students building excitement for Elon Day, from left: Danielle Prongay, Marissa Kuzbyt, Morgan Meyers and Ragan Riddle.[/caption]Learn More About Elon Day »

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