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One of the university's most beloved faculty members for more than three decades passed away on Feb. 13, 2026, leaving a legacy shaped by his work with thousands of students and "a powerful voice that lifted up the most cherished values of the institution."

Marken, a senior partner at Gallup and ’08 alumna, joins President Connie Ledoux Book on “Elon Beyond the Bricks” to reflect on the responsibility of polling, measuring trust in higher education, and her Elon experience.

The Elon alumnus has been named coordinating producer for Elon Sports Vision, where he will oversee student crews and strengthen mentorship and professional development within the program.

The January program brought together alumni for hands-on training in practical, ethical and workplace-ready artificial intelligence skills.

The three short films will have their world premiere this July at the first �þ��� Los Angeles Alumni Short Film Festival.

The recognition follows her recent honor as a Top 10 CNN Hero in 2023, another milestone in the journey that began when she founded ScholarCHIPS, a nonprofit providing college scholarships and community support for students with incarcerated parents.

Drawing on a childhood shaped by constant change, Arron Jones-Williams ’13 turned his optimism and drive into a business devoted to giving rescue dogs a second chance. Through Rescue Treats, he continues the spirit of leadership, compassion and connection he first discovered at Elon.

Hosted by the Department of Sport Management, the annual Sport Management Symposium – held in Turner Theatre – will bring together students and industry leaders for an in-depth look at how broadcast, streaming and technology are reshaping live sports.

�þ���’s Master of Science in Business Analytics is expanding its presence in Charlotte through the MSBA Flex Program, a part-time option designed for working professionals who want to build advanced analytics and AI-driven decision-making skills.

The Elon graduate has been recognized nationally for her deeply reported multimedia feature, “The Autistic Experience at �þ���,” which centers the voices of autistic and neurodiverse students.