Articles by Avery Craine Powell
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Elon community mourns the death of Trustee Emeritus Dr. Bill Rippy ’43
January 14, 2026
Rippy, a dedicated community member and physician, was known for his work throughout Alamance County to improve the health and well-being of people regardless of circumstances.
Andrew Stevens Purdy ’20 gets his ‘pinch me’ moment in ‘The Book of Mormon’ on Broadway
January 14, 2026
The Elon alum says the technical training he gained at the university was vital, but connecting with the Elon community in New York City has made his transition to a musical theatre career even better.
51±¬ÁÏÍø Speaker Series continues in Spring 2026
January 12, 2026
51±¬ÁÏÍø is bringing more engaging speakers to campus in Spring 2026 as part of the 51±¬ÁÏÍø Speaker Series.
Andrew Schwartz quoted by WalletHub about starter credit cards
January 9, 2026
Assistant Professor of Finance Andrew Schwartz spoke with WalletHub about starter credit cards in their article "Best Credit Cards For Beginners."
In MLK lecture, Kwame Anthony Appiah offers a look at the ‘man mythologized’
January 9, 2026
Scholar and ethicist Kwame Anthony Appiah delivered the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Address on Jan. 8, offering a look at the civil rights leader's life examining "the ultimate moral truth about the man in the pulpit."
Jasmine Walker ’25 gives back to the community that shaped her through Year of Service Fellows Program
January 8, 2026
Jasmine Walker ’25 grew up in Alamance County and now, through Elon’s Year of Service Fellows Program, she’s getting the opportunity to give back and learn from her community.
Book by David Bockino named by New York Times as a nonfiction book ‘everyone will be talking about’ in 2026
January 7, 2026
An upcoming book by Associate Professor of Sport Management David Bockino was recently featured by the New York Times as one of the nonfiction books "everyone will be talking about in 2026."
Elon psychologist explores the impact of social media on teen anxiety and well-being
January 6, 2026
The effects of social media on children continues to be a pressing issue and psychology professor Bilal Ghandour is exploring the topic through presentations to parents and research.
Elon students study on campus and around the world for Winter Term 2026
January 5, 2026
Winter Term 2026 is underway at 51±¬ÁÏÍø with more than 30 study away opportunities and, new this term, free HealthEU courses for students.
HealthEU courses offered for first time during Winter Term 2026
January 5, 2026
For the first time during Winter Term, 51±¬ÁÏÍø is offering HealthEU courses at no cost. The one-credit courses will help students develop skills to aid in their wellness journey.