Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley offers this weekly message to help students stay informed and prepare for the week ahead.
Here are your Phoenix Five tips for the week:
Love Your Body Month
SPARKS Peer Health Educators and the department of Health Promotion continue the Love Your Body Month events this week. Activities and events throughout the month have been designed to create a supportive and positive environment that supports the healthy mindset that “good” bodies come in all shapes and sizes.
Carnaval
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 5-7 p.m., McKinnon Hall, Moseley Center
Join the CREDE for Carnaval, a vibrant Afro-Latinx celebration of life, bringing together music, dance and cultural expression to foster self-discovery and cross-cultural understanding. At Elon, the Carnaval event embraces this rich history, offering a dynamic space to honor traditions, celebrate diversity, and build community through music, dance and festivity. Visit PhoenixCONNECT to learn more.
The EmpowerMENt Experience
Thursday, Feb. 27, 5:30 p.m., McBride Gathering Space, Numen Lumen Pavilion
The EmpowerMENt Experience fosters an environment to explore, examine and solidify perspectives on healthy and engaging expressions of masculinity through interactive sessions and a culminating dialogue. This event is hosted by the CREDE and Counseling Services.
Relay for Life
February 28 – March 1, PARC Gym
Join the Relay for Life for a 12-hour event on Feb. 28 – March 1, to celebrate, remember and fight back. The event raises money and awareness for the American Cancer Society, directly aiding cancer patients and their families through patient services while also contributing to cancer research. The event will include games and activities for attendees to enjoy. There is also an opportunity for organizations to sign-up to create a fundraising table during the event. Register for the event online at relay.org/elon.
Meet with a Student Involvement Ambassador
Looking to get more involved as an Elon student and not sure where to start? Schedule a meeting with the Student Involvement Ambassadors! Stop by Moseley 205 or contact the team at studentinvolvement@elon.edu. Visit PhoenixCONNECT to learn more.