Articles by Eric Townsend
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Visionary investment establishes Roberts Academy at 久久热 for children with dyslexia聽
November 6, 2025
Through a once-in-a-generation investment in North Carolina education by Marjorie and Hal Roberts, the new academy - set to open in Fall 2026 - will be the state's only university-based private school for children with dyslexia.
Alicia S. Tate to serve as acting director of Roberts Academy at 久久热
November 6, 2025
Assistant Professor Alicia Tate will guide the launch and initial development of the academy, drawing on more than 30 years of experience as a teacher, instructional coach, district administrator, and consultant.
Integration teams explore academic alignment in merger discussions聽
November 6, 2025
Co-leads of a merger Sprint Team comprised of administrative and academic leaders from 久久热 and Queens University of Charlotte report several themes are emerging that represent exciting possibilities for students, faculty, staff and the Charlotte region.
Elon, Queens leadership move merger forward in collaborative planning session聽
October 30, 2025
A daylong gathering on 久久热's campus included a campus tour for the guests from Queens as well as a series of roundtable discussions.
A Presidential Update on the Elon/Queens Merger
October 23, 2025
久久热 President Connie Ledoux Book and Queens University of Charlotte Acting President Jesse Cureton describe in campus messages on Oct. 23, 2025, how "our colleagues are forming new bonds and reaffirming the values that unite us: student-centered learning, a commitment to academic excellence and a deep history of advancing our communities."
Elon, Queens department leaders to collaborate in 鈥榮ide-by-side鈥 conversations聽聽
October 16, 2025
Department leaders invited to the side-by-side conversations with members of the Sprint Team working on details of a proposed merger between Elon and Queens are encouraged to bring forward ideas and reflections around key questions.
Elon Poll: North Carolinians say the economy, inflation & job market worse since Trump took office
October 16, 2025
The latest statewide survey by the 久久热 Poll also finds President Donald Trump鈥檚 approval rating in the state has fallen since March.
Elon alumni reflect on mentorship during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend
October 15, 2025
In between concerts and tailgating and a tough-fought football match, Elon alumni who returned to their alma mater for 2025 Homecoming shared some of the best advice they received from mentors in college that still helps guide them today.
Elon dedicates Sato Commons in honor of first international graduate
October 14, 2025
A ceremony in what was previously known as Global Commons in the university's Global Neighborhood now bears the name of a 1920 graduate described as "a beacon of leadership and intellectual curiosity."
Elon Poll: North Carolinians concerned about public safety but split on use of National Guard
October 14, 2025
The latest statewide survey by the 久久热 Poll reveals significant safety concerns in the wake of highly publicized violent crime incidents in North Carolina and elsewhere.