Articles by Avery Craine Powell
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‘Forever indebted:’ Elon alum credited with saving young woman’s life
May 5, 2025
Nia James says when doctors weren’t taking her pain seriously, her athletic trainer and Elon alum John Lavender ’94 was her lifesaving advocate.
Elon Academy welcomes new team as summer programs ramp up
May 5, 2025
The Elon Academy has existed for nearly 20 years and now a new team is working to invigorate the college access and success program’s legacy of helping students reach their full potential.
Craig Brandstetter ’25 chosen as Class of 2025 student commencement speaker
May 1, 2025
Brandstetter will deliver the “Message of Appreciation” during Elon University’s 135th commencement exercises on May 23.
The Month in Photos: April 2025
May 1, 2025
Elon University is featuring a variety of photos every month to highlight the exceptional learning, work and activities of students, faculty and staff.
SURF Day puts Elon undergraduate research on display
April 30, 2025
Elon University's 32nd annual SURF Day brought together the Elon campus community for more than 250 presentations on a variety of research topics.
SURF Stories: Saffie Hollingsworth ’27 plays the ‘game of college’
April 29, 2025
To celebrate Elon University’s Spring Undergraduate Research Forum on April 29, Elon is highlighting several students presenting their research at the annual campus tradition.
SURF Stories: Corey McCall ’25 gets to the heart of COVID-19 impacts
April 28, 2025
To celebrate Elon University’s Spring Undergraduate Research Forum on April 29, Today at Elon is highlighting several students presenting their research at the annual campus tradition.
Elon Women’s Tennis crowned CAA champions for first time
April 28, 2025
Competing in only their second appearance in the CAA title match, the Phoenix delivered a resilient and composed performance to secure the historic win.
Elon Law faculty interviewed by Carolina Public Press about parole laws
April 28, 2025
Erin Fitzgerald. assistant professor of law, was recently quoted in an article about the juvenile justice system in North Carolina.
Elon students to present at annual SURF Day on April 29
April 24, 2025
Every year, Elon University suspends all campus activities to focus on the creative and research efforts of Elon students.