Student Life

Elon University is encouraging students, faculty and staff to participate in the decennial census this year that will provide data used to guide legislative representation, federal and state funding and important infrastructure and business decisions.

In this column originally published March 29 in the Greensboro News & Record, Kieran Ungemach '22 writes about the challenges facing his family as his brother recovers from COVID-19.

The Elon alumnus was recognized for his contributions to FOX Sports’ coverage of the 2018 FIFA Men’s World Cup.

Although many students, faculty and staff are away from campus to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the campus community still gathered to continue a long-standing Elon tradition on Tuesday.

Along with important updates to the academic schedule and campus operations, President Book offers her support for those impacted by the coronavirus outbreak and her appreciation for the efforts of students, faculty and staff.

This message from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley sent March 12 offers information about the current status of coronavirus and travel plans, parking during Spring Break, remaining on campus during Spring Break and campus services during Spring Break.

The annual effort by Elon students, faculty and staff generates support for cancer research and those battling the disease. This year’s effort raised nearly $80,000.

John Varney ’23 of Washington, D.C., has died of complications from osteosarcoma. A Gathering of Friends in memory of Varney is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, at 7 p.m. in the Sacred Space of the Numen Lumen Pavilion.

Faculty members Rich Landesberg and Mark Dalhouse led Elon students to Des Moines, Iowa, where they were introduced to the culture of media and politics just days before the Iowa Democratic caucuses.

Visit www.elon.edu/coronavirus to find the most up-to-date information about the university's response to COVID-19 and changes to schedules and operations.