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Sixteen Elon scholars named semifinalists for Fulbright U.S. Student Program
February 9, 2021
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program offers research, study and teaching opportunities to recent graduates in more than 140 countries, with approximately 1,900 grants awarded annually in all fields of study.
Kenn Gaither named to The Plank Center’s leadership team
February 1, 2021
The associate dean in the School of Communications is one of two new members of The Plank Center’s Board of Advisors, providing leadership for the organization dedicated to supporting the practice of ethical and responsible public relations.
Kathleen Stansberry addresses QAnon’s possible evolution in Newsy report
February 1, 2021
The assistant professor of strategic communications was featured in a recent report by Newsy examining how the QAnon conspiracy community could change following the conclusion of Donald Trump’s presidency.
Unity in Communications hosts virtual internships conversation with Ross Wade
January 25, 2021
With many internships and jobs turning to the virtual space, navigating work online is a new challenge for students and recent graduates. The senior associate director of career services spoke to students about how to make the best of internships during the pandemic.
Amanda Willingham ’21 named to AAF’s Most Promising Multicultural Students program
January 21, 2021
The Elon senior was one of 50 students nationwide selected to participate in the American Advertising Federation’s virtual program. For four days in late January, the nation’s top multicultural college seniors will work, network and build their personal brand with the help from advertising, marketing and media professionals.
Tony Weaver begins tenure as associate dean of the School of Communications
January 6, 2021
As associate dean for undergraduate affairs and assessment, Weaver will help guide undergraduate academic programs in partnership with Dean Rochelle Ford and School of Communications faculty and staff members.
School of Communications publishes fall 2020 issue of research journal
December 23, 2020
In the most recent edition of the Elon Journal, student researchers delve into a variety of media-related topics, including the framing of online news coverage of the coronavirus in the United States.
‘Closing the loop’: Don Grady, longtime communications educator, set to retire
December 14, 2020
The associate dean and associate professor in the School of Communications lauded as a “fount of wisdom and integrity” as he concludes 35-plus years at Elon University.
Rochelle Ford receives PRSA-NY’s Makovsky Excellence in Mentoring Award
December 10, 2020
The School of Communications dean was recognized during a virtual event on Dec. 8 by the New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America.
Rachel Raimist named academic director of Elon in Los Angeles program
December 4, 2020
With past experience in the entertainment industry and higher education, Raimist will take a lead role in coordinating, facilitating and expanding the academic offerings and internship opportunities in Elon’s LA-based program.