Articles by Michael Abernethy
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Missy Cummings shows risks of unfettered AI in Voices of Discovery lecture
November 18, 2024
The director of George Mason University’s Responsible AI Program and the Mason Autonomy and Robotics Center illustrated reasons why AI must be perfected and monitored by human reasoning during her lecture at Elon.
After the Vote: Political science faculty examine election outcomes
November 14, 2024
Faculty in the Department of Political Science and Public Policy discussed the results of the 2024 elections and potential impacts on state and national politics.
Elon’s Dance Program presents fall concert, ‘Unboxed’
November 14, 2024
The concert runs for four performances Nov. 15-17 in Roberts Studio Theatre, melding cutting-edge choreography with technology for a bold exploration of growth and creativity.
David McGraw recognized with special Stage Managers’ Association award
November 12, 2024
For nearly two decades, McGraw’s Stage Manager Survey has connected a unique community by capturing the experience of stage managers and influencing the field.
Hannah Greenfader ’19 leads global climate efforts with World Wildlife Fund
November 11, 2024
Greenfader is coordinating events at the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties in Azerbaijan to bring together leaders and scientists around environmental protection.
Voices of Discovery speaker to discuss ‘getting it right’ with AI
November 5, 2024
Missy Cummings will deliver “The Promises and Perils of AI” in a Voices of Discovery lecture Monday, Nov. 11.
Elon performing arts professor directs UNCG’s ‘Carrie: The Musical’
October 31, 2024
Associate Professor of Performing Arts Kim Shively is bringing the musical based on Stephen King’s iconic novel to life in her first time directing for the University of North Carolina at Greensboro stage.
Lecturer explores hip-hop’s spiritual and cultural impact at religious studies event
October 30, 2024
Jon Ivan Gill, of Gustavus Adolphus College, delivered the Powell Lecture in Religious Studies, exploring hip-hop's influence and intersections with philosophy, religion and social justice.
Elon dance professor publishes interactive West African dance textbook
October 29, 2024
Assistant Professor of Dance Keshia Wall Gee’s “Roots of Rhythm: An Introduction to West African Dance” includes digital music, song tutorials and an animated avatar that guides users through dance moves.
Dr. Alyssa Romano ’16 cares for children, community in Friedrichshafen, Germany
October 29, 2024
A Lumen Scholar and biochemistry major, Romano studied in Germany as an undergraduate before earning her medical degree from Eberhard Karls Universität in Tübingen, Germany.