Phoenix Five: Nov. 3

Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley offers this weekly message to help students stay informed and prepare for the week ahead.

As a reminder, Sunday marked the end of Daylights Saving Time for the year. If you didn’t set your manual clocks/watches back an hour last night, remember to switch them today.

image of a student walking past a fountain and a campus building, with a large numeral "5" in gold and a blue arrow pointing right.Registration for Winter, Spring, Summer I, and Summer II courses starts this week – check the schedule on the Registrar’s website for more details.

And, of course, Tuesday is Election Day. If you’re registered to vote in North Carolina, the details to vote in-person can be found on the ElonVotes! website.  Check your email from October 31 for more information about post-election plans and resources.

Lessons from Leaders: Kristen Yntema ’95

Tuesday, Nov. 5, 4:30 p.m., LaRose Digital Theatre

Join us for the next installment of Lessons from Leaders as we welcome Kristen Yntema ’95, president and CEO of AuthoraCare Collective. Kristen is a dynamic leader in the healthcare industry, known for her focus on perpetual innovation, purposeful team building, and transformative leadership. Kristen will share insights on her operating philosophies, including coaching leaders, fostering open dialogue and building trust through action.

Active Citizen Series: Election Night Watch Event

Tuesday, Nov. 5, 8 p.m., Global Neighborhood Commons

The Elon University community is invited to watch history unfold as election results come in from across the nation at this nonpartisan gathering. Sponsored by Elon Votes!, Council on Civic Engagement and the Kernodle Center for Civic Life. Visit ElonVotes! website for more information.

Elon University Chorale Fall Concert

Thursday, November 7, 2024, 7:30 p.m., McCrary Theatre, Center for the Arts

The Department of Music’s University Chorale presents an eclectic mix of sacred and secular songs from a diverse collection of composers.

Cheer on the Phoenix this Weekend!

Congratulations to the Elon Men’s Soccer team, who took the CAA regular season championship with their win at Campbell University last night. They will host a semifinals match in the CAA Conference Tournament next Sunday. And be sure to check out the Elon Phoenix Athletics Calendar to stay updated on upcoming contests and matches. This coming week, there are several to check out!

Monday, Nov. 4

  • Women’s Basketball will host their first contest of the 2024-25 season against High Point University at 7 p.m. in Schar Center.

Friday, Nov. 8

  • Women’s Basketball will host Gardner-Webb University at 7 p.m. in Schar Center.

Saturday, Nov. 9

  • Volleyball will be hosting the College of William & Mary for one of their last home weekends of the season! Come out to Schar Center starting at 2 p.m. to cheer the Phoenix to Victory!!
  • Men’s Basketball will host their first contest of the 2024-25 season against Bluefield College at 8 p.m. in Schar Center.

Sunday, Nov. 10

  • Men’s Soccer will host the semifinals of the CAA Championships at Rudd Field. Time TBD.
  • Volleyball will be celebrating Senior Day and their last home match of the season at 2 p.m. in the Schar Center.

Sign up now for break airport shuttles

Deadline to sign up: Sunday, Nov. 10

The Moseley Center offers airport shuttles for Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks – to Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO-PTI) in Greensboro and the Raleigh/Durham International Airport (RDU) in Raleigh. The service is $40 to GSO and $50 to RDU whether a one-way or round-trip ticket is needed. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Reserve your seat online by Sunday, Nov. 10 for Thanksgiving Break and Monday, Nov. 25  for Winter Break. For more information, contact the Moseley Center Information Desk at 336-278-7215 or moseleyfrontdesk@elon.edu.

Good luck with this busy week ahead – be sure to make the important personal choices that will help you maintain your focus on balance, health, and well-being.