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Elon hosts national conversation for first-generation law students
April 20, 2021
A program inspired by the law school’s Alliance of Legal Pioneers and Supporters, with guidance from law faculty and Elon University’s First-Generation Student Support Services, welcomed dozens of participants from around the globe to network and share common experiences.
Elon family endows new Odyssey Program scholarship
April 14, 2021
A generous gift from Robert and Rosemary Baffi P’17 will increase scholarships in Elon’s nationally recognized Odyssey Program. Creating more endowed scholarships is the top priority of the Elon LEADS Campaign.
Elon to host inaugural national gathering of first-generation law students
April 12, 2021
A Zoom conference on April 16 aimed at creating a new alliance of first-generation law school students, and first-generation undergraduate students with interest in the legal profession, will feature panels of students and legal educators from across the nation.
Donors change lives by creating 200 Odyssey Scholarships
April 7, 2021
The generosity of alumni, parents and friends has doubled the number of Odyssey Scholarships during the Elon LEADS Campaign. The Odyssey Program assists outstanding students with high financial need, including first-generation college students.
Elon LEADS Campaign Impact: Spotlight on Scholarships
March 15, 2021
Ava Rosen ’23 reshaped her future thanks to the Inman Family Odyssey Scholarship, which led her to Elon. Creating new scholarships to produce Graduates the World Needs is the top priority of the $250 million Elon LEADS campaign.
Elon University receives national honor for commitment to first-generation student success
March 10, 2021
The university was selected for the 2021-22 First-gen Forward cohort and will receive professional development, community-building experiences, research and other resources.
Donors grow opportunities on Elon Day 2021
March 3, 2021
Together, the Elon community raised over $3.4 million from 5,609 gifts and unlocked numerous opportunities for Elon students and the community.
Prudence Layne receives Teagle Foundation grant
January 13, 2021
The innovative program supported by the grant will immerse students from underserved populations in the study of freedom, citizenship and democracy and culminate in an annual symposium for the public showcasing their work.
Elon University planning new Freedom Scholars program for local high school students
December 4, 2020
The innovative program will immerse students from underserved populations in the study of freedom, citizenship and democracy and culminate in an annual symposium for the public showcasing their work.
Elon LEADS impact: Spotlight on Scholarships
December 3, 2020
Sam Martin ’24 found his career path through the Gail H. LaRose Odyssey Scholarship and Teaching Fellows Scholarship. Scholarships to produce Graduates the World Needs is the top priority of the $250 million Elon LEADS campaign.