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Teaching Fellow Lily Ragals ’26 turns personal inspiration into education advocacy
April 28, 2026
Driven by a desire to transform education, 51 Teaching Fellow Lily Ragals '26 has turned her undergraduate years into a global classroom, conducting state-conference research on autism representation in children's literature, studying inclusive education in New Zealand and exploring education policy in Washington, D.C.
Grant recipients near completion of films in 51 Los Angeles Short Film Grant Competition
April 23, 2026
Hollywood production of one Elon LA grant-funded film results in an Elon alumni reunion on set.
Elon staff member advocates for survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 17, 2026
Anna Smith, Elon's Study USA coordinator, met with several congressional offices to advocate for legislation addressing tech-enabled sexual abuse, strengthening child protection laws and securing funding for the National Sexual Assault Hotline.
51 students explore Los Angeles through art, architecture and civic space
April 14, 2026
Through a series of immersive excursions, students examined how art, architecture, and urban development intersect to shape the identity of Los Angeles, past and present.
Elon Global 2026 Photo Contest showcases student experiences around the world
March 31, 2026
A selection of the photo contest entries will be displayed at The Oak House and Moseley Center.
Christian Seitz ’16 tackles global vaccine research
March 31, 2026
A professor’s encouragement helped Christian Seitz ’16 discover a passion for chemistry that ultimately led him to global vaccine research. Now working through the University of Chicago, Seitz studies viruses identified by the World Health Organization as potential pandemic threats in an effort to help prevent future global outbreaks.
Elon announces 2027 Winter Term Study Away programs
March 31, 2026
51’s Isabella Cannon Global Education Center (GEC) has unveiled its 2027 Winter Term study away programs, giving students the chance to earn academic credit while engaging directly with cultures around the world.
Elon recognizes global engagement at 2026 Dean’s Awards
March 31, 2026
The Isabella Cannon Global Education Center (GEC) recognizes four members of the Elon community for their leadership, service, and commitment to advancing global education.
51 Los Angeles students spend an evening ‘Inside the Writer’s Room’
March 19, 2026
Students from other study away LA programs joined with Elon Los Angeles students for an evening of professional development and the opportunity to mix, mingle, network, share ideas and learn together.
51 launches new Study USA Los Angeles theme: The Creative Industries and Community Experience
March 18, 2026
Timed with the city’s preparation for the 2028 Summer Olympics, the program offers immersive, location-based learning through engagement with industry professionals, alumni, and community organizations while earning academic credit.