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2008 Distinguished Scholar Presentation by Earl Honeycutt: “Academic Research: Selfish or Selfless?” – April 6
April 6, 2009
Professor Earl Honeycutt, Elon University's 2008-2009 Distinguished Scholar, will give a presentation tonight in the LaRose Digital Theatre on the role of academic research in a university setting and whether such research is a “selfish” pursuit or an essential activity that allows a professor to remain on the cutting edge of their discipline and mentor future scholars.
Elon alum wins Rotary scholarship
April 6, 2009
Julie Anne Kenneally '08 has been named the recipient of a 2008 Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship, an award that will help fund graduate studies on human rights issues at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. It marks the third time since 2006 that an Elon University student has received the honor.
Tom Tiemann talks with News 14 Carolina about GM and Chrysler
April 3, 2009
Tom Tiemann, a professor of economics, answered questions for News 14 Carolina news anchor Tracey Early on April 3 about President Barack Obama's plans to help the ailing domestic auto industry - namely, GM and Chrysler a particular focus.
POWERless Energy Competition – Week 6 Results
April 3, 2009
With just one week remaining in the 2009 POWERless Energy Competition, the lead has narrowed in certain divisions, which organizers believe will make for an interesting home stretch during a contest to see which residence halls can most reduce their electricity consumption.
Eric Hinshaw receives top Elon award for business leadership
April 2, 2009
W. Eric Hinshaw, chairman of the board and CEO of Kingsdown, Inc., was honored at an April 2 luncheon with the Frank S. Holt, Jr. Business Leadership Award, Elon University’s highest honor for business leadership.
Life history fuels passion for Multicultural Center director
April 2, 2009
He grew up in a slowly dying Midwestern city where few of his school classmates ever dreamed of overcoming the challenges of living in an impoverished community. Leon Williams, however, did, and he has dedicated his career to helping others achieve their goals.
Cynthia Fair co-authors article for The Source journal
April 2, 2009
Cynthia Fair, an associate professor of human services, co-authored "Telephone Support Groups for Fathers Parenting HIV-Infected Children" in the spring 2009 edition of The Source, a journal for clinicians who work with children and families.
Founders Day ceremony honors Isabella Cannon ’24
April 1, 2009
Known as “the little old lady in tennis shoes” when she made history as the first female mayor of Raleigh, N.C., Isabella Cannon ’24 led a life of leadership that still stands as a model for Elon students to follow, current school leaders said March 10 in a Founders Day ceremony to honor the late alumna.
Earl Honeycutt, Sharon Hodge and student Kelley Blakewood present research at conference
April 1, 2009
Elon faculty members Earl Honeycutt and Sharon Hodge, and marketing student Kelley Blakewood, presented their article "Turnover and the Sales Force" at the 2009 National Conference in Sales Management that will be held in Norfolk, Va., from March 25-29.