Associate professor of English Jennifer Eidum earned the award for her article, “Contextualizing Reflective Writing for Creating Change: A Cross-Institutional Case Study of First-Year Students’ Reflections,� co-authoredwith Jaclyn Fiscus-Cannaday, assistant professor of writing studies at the University of Minnesota, and Lillian Campbell, associate professor of English at Marquette University.

Eidum’s research focused on how reflection prompts and student responses exist within a larger ecosystem of reflective opportunities, including class context, writing program culture, and university missions. Their multi-institutional study analyzed patterns in student reflective writing to understand the relationship between context and student response.

“We invite writing teachers, and ultimately all teachers, to think expansively about reflection — not only as something that happens in a classroom, but as something connected to students’ civic lives, spiritual lives, and sense of self,â€� Eidum said. “There’s real space in reflection that prompts one to ask bigger questions, and students are already trying to answer them.â€�

For Eidum, reflection is an integral part of the learning process. If we are to understand what it is that we learned, we ought to understand how we changed while learning it, she explained. Her research and commitment to reflection believes this fervently.

Eidum also described that her research is never a stagnant process and how there is always some new research insight that can be pursued. She also emphasizes reflection within her courses and believes in its formative power to shape students’ involvement in their own lives.

“Reflection is bigger than the classroom,â€� Eidum said. “No matter how a prompt is worded, students consistently write about their lives, identities and growth beyond their academic experience. This ‘excess’ isn’t a problem — it’s a signal that students are bringing their whole selves to the page.â€�

Eidum described the journey of getting this research published as winding and tumultuous: they submitted the article to multiple journals over many years with several rounds of reviewer and editor feedback. This research represented a large cross section of time in Eidum’s and her colleagues’ lives.

“The research means a lot to me and my colleagues,â€� Eidum said. “We juggle a lot, but I think that’s part of what makes our work meaningful. Our experiences as whole people don’t stay separate from our research and teaching. If anything, living a full, complicated life is what keeps us reflective, which might be exactly why we were drawn to studying reflection in the first place.â€�

Eidum was surprised to hear that her research had won the award. She did not know that the article was up for the award until it had won. She was at her daughter’s doctor’s appointment when she heard about the award.

“The award felt very emblematic of the project as a whole,� Eidum said.

Eidum’s reflection on her own research shows how never-ending the process of reflection is. Just as her reflection on her award does the same.

The convention, themed “Be More Anchored,� explored what it means to be grounded in one’s roots, core values and unwavering purpose.

“Let us leave this place more grounded, more courageous, and more committed—to one another, to our values, and to the future of this association,� McElderry said during his opening speech to attendees.

One highlight of the convention was the Division of Student Life being recognized as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs for the sixth consecutive year. Presented by The EDU Ledger, the designation recognizes higher education institutions that demonstrate a strong commitment to creating a supportive, equitable and sustainable work environment for student affairs professionals.

“This recognition reflects our leadership commitment for staff support, belonging, and professional growth,â€� said Jon Dooley, vice president for Student Life.  “When staff find meaning and purpose in their work, they are able to be at their best for our students and create environments and experiences that help students thrive.â€�

ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë is one of only two institutions to earn this recognition for six consecutive years, alongside Kent State University.

Another notable honor recognized during the convention was the 2026 Anne S. Pruitt Presidential Citation Award, awarded to Jon Dooley for his support and mentorship during McElderry’s presidency. Though announced in January 2026, the award was formally presented at the convention.

The convention also marked the conclusion of McElderry’s term as the 86th ACPA president, capping a year of leadership focused on mentorship, equity-minded practice and reflection on the future of student affairs.

“Our work does not pause with a person — it continues through purpose,� McElderry said during his closing remarks.

As McElderry ends his term in ACPA leadership, Emily Krechel, director of New Student Programs, will begin her term on the ACPA Leadership Council as incoming Chair for Member Retention.

As chair, Krechel will help lead efforts to ensure members feel connected, supported and engaged, focusing on retention strategies, data-informed decision-making and alignment with the association’s broader strategic goals.

“I’m really excited to focus on building meaningful connections that help members see themselves in ACPA for the long term,� Krechel said. “Retention is about more than numbers, it’s about creating a professional home where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to stay engaged.�

Other recognitions included Citlalli (Cici) Salazar ’23, G’26, receiving the 2026 Erik M. Colon Outstanding Graduate Student Award and Jana Lynn Patterson, dean of student health and well-being and associate vice president for Student Life, receiving a retirement resolution, read during the ACPA Business Meeting.

In addition, Elon faculty and staff led multiple presentations. Presentations included:

• Healing Together: Black Women and Latinas Facilitating Care/Cariño Through Plática/Dialogue (Calhoun & Hernandez Rivera)
• Strategic Planning as a Process to Advance Divisional Excellence (Dooley, Krechel, McElderry, Noltemeyer, & Payne)
• Documenting and Strengthening High-Impact Student Experiences (Dooley & Noltemeyer)
• Creating Professional Development Opportunities with Limited Funding: History and Lessons (Garay)
• Emerging Scholars Research: Minoritized Students, Practitioners, and Necropolitical Norms (Hernandez Rivera)
• Shaking the Table: Survival and Healing Amongst Identity Center Practitioners (Hernandez Rivera, McElderry, Garay et al.)
• Working with Respondents in Sexual Misconduct Cases: Perspectives from Practitioners (Karbley & Karunarathne)
• ’Round ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë Campus Presents: A Live Episode on Equity-Minded Mentoring (McElderry, Hernandez Rivera, Krechel, et al.)

Among those who presented were several staff members attending the ACPA Convention for the first time. For these individuals, the experience was a dynamic opportunity for professional development, connection and growth.

“I really enjoyed connecting with student affairs professionals from other institutions to learn more about their work, discuss shared challenges, and brainstorm ideas, especially as we collectively navigate the complexities of higher education right now,� Lauren Feeley, program assistant for Student Involvement, said.

Looking ahead, ACPA is expanding its benefits. Beginning July 1, ACPA will offer free membership to all degree-seeking master’s and undergraduate students, expanding access for the next generation of professionals.

As the convention concluded, staff members reflected on key takeaways from their experience and the convention’s central theme.

For Stephanie Hernandez Rivera, assistant professor in the Master of Arts in Higher Education Program and Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education Emerging Professor, the impact centered on graduate student success.

“One important takeaway I have is the importance of investing in graduate student success and development and the next generation of higher education professionals,� Hernandez Rivera said. “As someone who also served as faculty for the NextGen Institute for ACPA right before the conference, which is an institute for undergraduate students in the field, I saw this reflected in their participation in the institute and the dedication of those of us who facilitate the Institute to ensure the next generation of professionals is prepared for the field.�

Megan Karbley, director of compliance and Title IX coordinator, reflected on her overall experience being able to fellowship with Elon colleagues.

“I can always rely on feeling re-energized after attending ACPA,� Karbley said. “This was my first ACPA experience with my Elon colleagues, and I left feeling more connected to colleagues across divisions and reminded that I am not alone in the work of navigating complex community needs.�

While Karbley reflected on connection and renewed energy, others highlighted the long-term professional impact of attending ACPA.

“I’ve been attending ACPA for nearly 30 years and every time I return with fresh ideas and new takeaways,� said Tierza Watts, director of the Center for Leadership and director of the Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows. “This year, I learned about an innovative assessment method called Photo Voice, and I’m looking forward to collaborating with a few offices to apply it in a leadership assessment project.�

As attendees reflected on their individual experiences, a shared theme emerged: a commitment to investing in the field’s future. That vision was reinforced in McElderry’s closing remarks.

“It is time to turn the page to the next chapter in our association’s history — grounded in our roots, guided by our values, and steadfast in our purpose,� McElderry said.

She Built This City’s mission is to provide industry-disruptive programming that sparks interest and builds pathways to lucrative careers in the skilled trades for youth, women and marginalized communities. In her role, Faustin has launched key initiatives for the organization, including Adult Workforce Development, and expanded youth programming through partnerships with local government and community organizations.

Faustin received undergraduate degrees in corporate communications and Spanish from ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë, before getting her master’s in business administration from the university in 2010. In 2016, she received her master’s in educational leadership and administration from Queens University, as well as a certification in nonprofit/public/organizational management from Duke University in 2022, and a certification in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – Building a Diverse Workplace from Cornell University in 2023.

In 2023, Faustin was recognized with the Charlotte Business Journal’s Power 100 award, and ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë’s Distinguished Alumni Service Award. In 2024, she received Atrium Health’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Growing the Dream Award.
Faustin is also president-elect for the ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë Alumni Board, and founder and managing director of Stay Ready Consulting Solutions.

Her impact will be featured in the Most Admired CEO Special Section published in the June 19 issue of the Charlotte Business Journal.

“When I was a student, there weren’t a huge number of local alumni that I was able to connect with,� he said. “I’m excited that this is a way I can highlight that staying in the community is an option.�

For Jensen Roll ’16, the path to building a business began long before he ever stepped onto a construction site. His path started with service, leadership and a long-standing connection to North Carolina. Both of his parents were born and raised in North Carolina, and summers spent visiting grandparents made it feel like a second home. So, when he began looking at colleges, North Carolina topped his list. ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë stood out almost immediately.

“I discovered Elon while looking at multiple schools and immediately fell in love with the service opportunities, the Leadership Fellows program and the deep commitment to study abroad,� he said.

The Leadership Fellows program was the primary motivation for his enrollment; he was accepted into the program before receiving his acceptance to the university.

Once on campus, Roll leaned into innovation. He designed a custom major in social entrepreneurship that bridged the gap between the business school, environmental studies and the humanities. He helped bring the University Innovation Fellowship program to Elon. This experience introduced him to design thinking and the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Silicon Valley, including visits to Google and Stanford University.

Because his self-designed major didn’t fit into a standard study abroad box, Roll worked with Angela Llewellyn, now assistant provost for academic excellence and integrity, to create a bespoke program. This journey took him to San Francisco and eventually to Cape Town, South Africa, for six months. It was there, while attending Jubilee Church through a connection from Emma Burress (then overseeing study abroad students), that he met his future wife, Mtende. After a year and a half of long-distance dating, she moved to North Carolina and today they are 50-50 partners in life and business.

While Jensen oversees the construction side as a licensed general contractor, Mtende is a licensed realtor who manages the investment and real estate side of their ventures.

“We co-own all of our companies together. Both of us have a very entrepreneurial and creative spirit,� he explained, stating that their shared vision is the backbone of their company culture.

He credits a wide network of mentors for pushing him to think differently. In addition to Leon Williams, former director of the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education (CREDE), he points to Gary Palin, former executive director of the Doherty Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, for challenging him to “be” an entrepreneur rather than just study it. He also highlights the influence of Steve Moore, a retired faculty member in environmental studies who shaped his views on urban sustainability. His growth was further guided by Phil Miller, a former lecturer in human services studies; Rex Waters, former dean of student development; and Steven Mencarini, former director of the Center for Leadership.

“The ability to work one-on-one with professors and attend national conferences gave me the confidence to launch initiatives like H.O.P.E. (Helping Other People Eat),� he said.

Perhaps the most significant application of this “Triple Bottom Line” education, focusing on people, profit, and planet, is a current project Roll is particularly proud of: building seven tiny homes for Benevolence Farm. The project provides housing for women and non-binary individuals transitioning out of incarceration.

“As a construction company, not every project we take on has that opportunity to provide that triple bottom line in a meaningful way,� Roll said. “This is going to increase their capacity to serve that population.�

What’s been most rewarding, he said, is watching that impact accumulate.

“Construction is unique because the results are tangible and lasting,� he said. “Years later, you can drive by something you worked on and see how it’s become part of someone’s life.�

He credits Elon with giving him the freedom to experiment early, without the pressure of getting everything right.

“Elon was the ultimate sandbox,� he said. “It was a place to try things, take risks and even fail safely.�

He notes that while he didn’t graduate with a construction management degree, the problem-solving and systems-building skills he learned at Elon translated perfectly to the industry.

“What I spent four years learning at Elon had much more to do with the problem-solving, the engaged learning, the building of systems,� he said. “That is what we are doing in the real world.�

His advice to current students interested in entrepreneurship mirrors that mindset.

“Start now,� he said. “Spend time with business owners. Read. Build something. Use your four years to experiment while you still have that safety net. The best way to learn is by doing.�

Looking ahead, Roll is eager to take on larger, more complex and more creative projects. He thrives on unique builds and clients with distinct design visions. At the same time, he sees affordable housing as an area where his background in both entrepreneurship and service naturally converges.

“Our goal is to build a community that we want to live in,� he said. “The company is so closely aligned with the things that we care about.�

From building a tiny house as a student to shaping the built environment of his community, Roll’s journey highlights the combination of service and entrepreneurship, a foundation strengthened at Elon and carried forward through every project he takes on.

What began as a joke – a parody social media page poking fun at a local police department – spiraled into a high-stakes legal battle and ultimately the subject of “Crime & Parody,� a new documentary co-produced by Elon graduate .

The film will screen at the 28th RiverRun International Film Festival in Winston-Salem on Saturday, April 18, at 3:30 p.m. and again on Friday, April 24, at 5 p.m. .

At its center, “Crime & Parody� follows amateur comedian Anthony Novak, whose satirical Facebook page led to a police raid, criminal charges and a broader fight over First Amendment rights in the United States. As the case unfolds – eventually reaching the U.S. Supreme Court – the film expands beyond satire to examine deeper questions around qualified immunity and accountability, weaving in the story of Omar Arrington-Bey, a suburban Cleveland man who died while in police custody, and the lasting impact of police violence.

As a co-producer, Rostick contributed throughout the filmmaking process, from reviewing transcripts and shaping story structure to providing feedback across multiple cuts. Their work with director Will Thwaites evolved over several years, with Rostick helping strengthen the film’s narrative by encouraging the inclusion of additional perspectives that deepen its emotional and societal impact.

“’Crime & Parody’ is an important thought piece wrapped up in a good time,â€� said Rostick, who was a cinema and television arts and strategic communications double major. “You’ll laugh, reflect, question authority and feel something along the way. At a time when free expression and free speech are being threatened at every turn, the film offers the story of an unlikely hero fighting back.â€�

The film’s balance of humor and impact is what drew Rostick deeper into the work. Initially attracted to the opportunity to collaborate on an independent project, they said the film ultimately became something more – a chance to move beyond entertainment and contribute to meaningful dialogue.

“This felt like the first opportunity for my work in documentary film to leave a greater impact,� they said.

Rostick, who was an Odyssey Program scholar at Elon, said their foundation in film was shaped during their time at Elon. Through Cinelon, they gained extensive hands-on production experience and developed the work ethic that carried into professional opportunities. This includes traveling to more than 30 shoots nationwide supporting “Children of the Underground,� a five-episode documentary series from FX.

The Elon graduate also credits Nicole Triche, professor of cinema and television arts, with helping define their path. Triche’s documentary course introduced Rostick to the craft and ultimately led them to pursue a career in nonfiction filmmaking – and to an early PBS project that first connected them with Thwaites.

“Crime & Parody� has already built momentum on the festival circuit, premiering at Big Sky Documentary Film Festival in Montana and screening at the Atlanta Documentary Film Festival, where Thwaites earned Best Director honors.

Now, at RiverRun, the documentary will continue to reach new audiences, inviting viewers to consider not just the absurdity of one man’s arrest, but the broader implications for free speech, justice and accountability in America.

In the influential publication’s 2026 , Elon Law is No. 11 nationally — the highest-ranked law school in the Southeast and the only school in North Carolina among the top 35.

, with its required Residency-in-Practice Program highlighted as a model for immersive, practice-based legal education. All Elon Law students spend 10 weeks in the winter or spring of their second year in full-time placements with practicing lawyers, judges and legal teams, graduating with hands-on experience in the day-to-day realities of legal practice.

“You cannot graduate from Elon Law without knowing exactly what it’s like to be a lawyer,� Elon Law Dean Zak Kramer said in the article. “The legal practice becomes their classroom … They leave law students and come back lawyers.�

The article also features insights from Patricia Perkins, Elon Law’s associate dean of academic affairs and professor of law. “Our curriculum is designed to assist students in transforming into the lawyers they want to be,� she said. “Skills are just as important to develop as a knowledge base.�

PreLaw Magazine graded and ranked schools based on student participation in clinics, externships, simulation courses, moot court and other special programs.

Elon Law offers students a broad array of opportunities to hone practical training skills throughout their 2.5 years of study. Those include:

• Full-time residencies-in-practice
• Lab and simulation courses
• Five clinics (immigration, small business and entrepreneurship, wills drafting, Social Security disability benefits and guardian ad litem appellate advocacy)
• Moot court and mock trial teams
• Internships, externships and judicial clerkships
• Bridge-to-practice courses
• Involvement with the Pro Bono Board

Elon Law adopted its 2.5-year, seven-trimester full-time curriculum in 2014, making it the only American law school to intentionally design a program where all students graduate in December and can sit for the February bar exam — months ahead of peers from other institutions. (In 2026, 91.96% of Elon Law’s first-time North Carolina bar takers passed the exam.)

By completing their legal studies nearly six months faster than traditional programs, Elon Law’s full-time graduates have lowered their average student debt at graduation by almost a third since the curriculum was adopted.

For more information on Elon Law and the application process, visit the law school’s admissions page. Elon Law continues to actively admit the Elon Law Class of 2028, which will enroll in August 2026.

Despite starting as a regional conference, NEEPS has grown to include scholars from 12 different countries and 23 different states in 2026.

Caroline Niedermeyer, Andrea Perez and Madeleine Pettis each presented individual research posters developed through collaborative research with faculty mentor Jordann Brandner, assistant professor of psychology, and with support from the Elon Undergraduate Research Program and the Sinclair Endowed Grant.

Niedermeyer presented work she completed during her 2025 Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE). Her poster, titled, “You Can’t Always Get What You Want: Exploring the Relationship Between Self-Perceived Mate Value and Tolerance for Compensatory Traits,� explored how individuals navigate trade-offs in relationship partner selection. The study tested whether self-perceived mate value affects willingness to accept partners with offsetting high and low traits. Niedermeyer was awarded the Gordon Bear Best Student Poster Award, recognizing the top undergraduate or graduate student poster presentation at the conference. The award, which includes a $100 prize, is one of the meeting’s most competitive student honors and highlights the quality and impact of her research.

Perez’s poster, “Pride and Preference: Perceived Sex Ratios and Women’s Online Dating Choices,� examined how features of dating apps may shape users’ perceptions of available partners and influence women’s selectivity. Using an app that she co-developed with Pettis, the experiment tests whether different ratios of male and female profiles affect how frequently people accept or reject potential matches, contributing to understanding how modern digital environments influence mating strategies. This research was funded by a Sinclair Endowed research grant, which is awarded to student research in the social and behavioral sciences.

Pettis’ poster, “Thank You, Next: Examining the Effects of Sex Ratio and Number of Choices in Mate Choice,� investigated how the total number of available partners influences partner decisions. Using the same dating app, participants evaluate different numbers of profiles to determine whether making more choices affects a person’s pickiness. The experiment offers insight into how decision-making processes operate in online dating, where people make many choices in succession. This research was also supported by a Sinclair Endowed grant.

In addition to student presentations, Brandner led a workshop titled “Teaching a Balanced Evolutionary Social Sciences Course: A Teaching Workshop,â€� which focused on strategies for integrating diverse perspectives within evolutionary social science curricula. This work was funded by the ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning (CATL) Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Dissemination grant.

All three students will present their work again at the upcoming Spring Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF) on April 28th, 2026.

“We are honored to receive this national recognition for our nonpartisan work in civic engagement,” said Bob Frigo, assistant dean of campus life and director of the Kernodle Center for Civic Life. “With each passing year, we become a more politically engaged university where our students are prepared to become the next generation of informed leaders who will help strengthen communities and shape our democracy.”

The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge empowers colleges and universities to achieve excellence in nonpartisan student democratic engagement.

“This recognition is a testament to Elon’s emphasis on nonpartisan democratic engagement. This work is truly a team effort and speaks to our incredible partners both on and off campus,â€� Andrew Moffa, assistant director of Kernodle Center for Civic Life said.  “We look forward to continuing our focus on developing strong civic leaders and active citizens.”

The recognition highlights institutions that are taking intentional, nonpartisan steps to strengthen democratic engagement through civic learning, political engagement and student voter participation. ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë action plan, co-authored by Frigo and Moffa, outlines key goals, such as hosting local elected officials on campus and expanding voter registration drives to reach the entire campus community.

Elon also received recognition in 2024 and is among .

A team of School of Communications students has earned national recognition in the 2026 Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) , receiving an honorable mention for its campaign implementation and overall deliverables.

The Bateman Competition is PRSSA’s premier national case study competition, challenging undergraduate student teams to design and execute a public relations campaign for a real-world client. This year’s competition featured 46 entries from students representing universities across the country, with 11 teams earning honorable mention distinction. A full list of honored institutions appears below.

ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë team developed and implemented a strategic communications campaign for ACCESS Newswire, a media monitoring and news distribution service. The research and planning for the campaign began in January. The campaign implementation, conducted from February to March, focused on tactics to promote the company’s new educational program and platform, which provides professors free access so students can gain hands-on experience with press release distribution, media pitching, sentiment analysis and media coverage tracking.

The ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë student team included Hannah Parker ’26 (account manager), Sydney Griffith ’29, Brooke Menzock ’26, Sandy Orozco-Rosaldo ’28, Taylor Radney ’28 and Grace Wizel ’28. Karen Lindsey, assistant professor of strategic communications, served as the team’s faculty adviser and applauded the students’ efforts.

“Our Elon Bateman team spent countless hours in the evenings and on weekends to research, plan and implement the campaign,� she said. “From writing a series of thought leadership articles for Substack to facilitating faculty focus groups on and off campus, they created a meaningful campaign that challenged them.

“I’m incredibly proud of how they balanced the demands of their regular coursework with dedication to this competition. The experience produced the kind of work for their professional portfolios that employers want to see.â€�

The competition’s three finalists will present their campaigns to the national PRSSA board and ACCESS Newswire representatives on May 7 to determine the winner.

Bateman Case Study Competition

Finalists:
Montclair State University
Texas State University AdvoCats
Texas State University StarCats

Honorable Mentions:
Brigham Young University – Navy Team
California State University, Long Beach
ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë
High Point University
Kent State University Gold
Louisiana State University
Loyola University New Orleans
University of Florida CommuniGATORS
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Oklahoma Gaylord College
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Results from the February 2026 exam were released Wednesday, April 1, by the . Elon Law’s result far exceeds the statewide first-time passage rate of 74.78% and the school’s previous high of 82%, set by Elon Law’s charter class in 2009.

The Class of 2025’s success reflects a sustained, school-wide focus on teaching, preparation, and student support, all aimed at helping graduates succeed not only on the bar exam, but in their legal careers.

“This is what Elon Law is all about,� said Zak Kramer, dean of Elon Law. “We’re in the dream-making business. The better our students perform, the faster they can begin making an impact as lawyers.�

An upward trajectory

In recent years, faculty and staff have aligned around the mission of excellence on the bar exam. They adopted a new motto and mindset: “One and Done.�

The gains are striking. First-time passage has climbed from 52.8% for the Class of 2021 to 91.96% for the Class of 2025, with steady increases along the way, including 79.4% for the Class of 2023, and 73.5% for the Class of 2024.

These efforts are part of a broader vision. Elon Law’s faculty continuously refine how they teach for real-world lawyering. The school’s 2.5-year J.D. program accelerates students’ path to the profession — with a December graduation and February bar exam — while reducing the cost of a legal education. Recognized nationally for practical training with an A+ rating from PreLaw Magazine, Elon Law prepares graduates to enter the profession with confidence and experience.

“We’re so proud of our students who took the bar,� said Jenny Lane, assistant dean for academic success. “We gave them the mission, ‘Commit, complete, conquer,’ and that’s exactly what they did.�

With its highest bar pass rate in recent history and a multi-year trend of steady growth, Elon Law is on a sustained upward trajectory.

“Big things are happening at Elon Law,� Kramer said, “and we’re just getting started.�

ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë Elon Law

Elon Law is the preeminent school for engaged and experiential learning in law. With a focus on learning by doing, it integrates traditional classroom instruction with a required residency-in-practice field placement for all full-time students during the winter or spring of their second year. The law school’s distinctive full-time curriculum provides a logically sequenced program of professional preparation and is accomplished in 2.5 years, which offers exceptional value by lowering tuition and permitting graduates early entry into their careers.

Elon Law has graduated nearly 2,000 alumni since opening its doors in downtown Greensboro in 2006. Its annual enrollment now tops 500 students. The law school is regularly featured in PreLaw Magazine’s “Best Schools for Practical Training� rankings, maintaining a Top 10 placement and an A+ rating each year since 2023. Elon Law was also among schools highlighted by Bloomberg Law in 2023 for its innovative approach to student development.

ÁñÁ«app¹Ù·½ÍøÕ¾Èë has applied to the American Bar Association to open a full-time, 2.5-year J.D. program in Charlotte beginning in fall 2027. The Elon Law Flex Program, a part-time, in-person program of legal study, launched there in 2024. Designed for students balancing work, family and other commitments to earn their J.D. in under four years, it enrolled its second cohort in fall 2025.