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Drone Footage in Winter (2018)
No full textThis video, titled The Drone Traveled over Elon’s Snow Covered Campus, occurred in January 2018. The drone began rising over The Phoenix Rising statue. The drone travelled over the frozen Lake Mary Nell with the three fountains. A higher drone video shot revealed a snow covered Global Neighborhood, the McMichael parking lot, Lakeside Dining, Moseley Center, Ernest A. Koury, Sr., Business Center, Elon Elementary School, McMichael Science Center, Center for the Arts, Alumni Gym, Belk Library, and Richard W. Sankey Hall under construction. A tilt video shot of the drone rising up over an ELON “E” flag and over the Martha S. and Carl H. Lindner III Hall. The last shot revealed the drone traveling over South Campus
President Connie Ledoux Book: First Day Speech (2018)
No full textThis video, titled President Connie Ledoux Book’s First Day Welcome Speech, on March 1, 2018 in the Great Hall in the Global Neighborhood. She stated, “Thank you Dr. Williams and Kam. And Dr. Williams it just means the world for you to have done that introduction. And thanks to all of you for being here today. It is lovely for me to see all these familiar faces. I absolutely love this community. I understand the power of it. And I am going to my very best. 00:00:27 So I will start by saying that. Today is an opportunity for our community to come together, to pause and reflect on our proud history and our bright future. 00:00:44 Elon is a treasure. And it has been lovingly cared for and developed for more than one hundred and twenty-nine years. It is entrusted to us today by generations of people who believed in the power of human transformation. The essential work for developing the mind, body, and spirit of young men and woman who are committed to being a powerful influence of good in the world. I have been reading the remarkable history of Elon, its roots in providing opportunity where very little existed for men and virtually none for women. Elon’s founders believed in young people to shape the future. I ask you today and join me in thinking about the days, the weeks, and the years ahead—What do you want to accomplish in your professional and personal lives? What do you want to archive, collectively, in your family, in your community, and as part of the Elon community? Who will you become? 00:02:03 Together, we can make an impact in ways that no single individual can. Together, we can accomplish what is impossible, I absolutely believe what is impossible alone that we can do together. Together, we have the opportunity to build a university that keeps setting a higher standard. Together, well positioned to be a leading force in a world that cries out for smart, compassionate, creative, resilient, young men and women who designed the solutions to the challenges facing our communities around the globe. 00:02:46 Because Elon students and alumni make a difference around the world. We have Elon alumni here in North Carolina, Los Angeles, New York, Asia, Europe, South America, and Africa. I wanted to make sure that we included video messages from three young alumnus who send their hopes for Elon’s future from far away. 00:03:06 Three international alumni spoke on, what we (Elon) can do together. Jasmine Whaley, Class of 2013, is the Social Media Coordinator at The DO School in Germany. Carson Foushee, Class of 2007, Minister, Japan Baptist Convention. Lauren Salig, Class of 2017, Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship Recipient. (Each student spoke on recorded video) 00:05:17 I have been thinking a lot of the things that are going to be on list in the future. In the months ahead, we will be continuing work with students, faculty, and staff well-being and mental health. We are thinking a lot about that today. I want us to make sure that we always continue to be a community that takes care of one-another. We must continue to increase resources for financial aid, to keep Elon as a multi-cultural community. That is on my mind today. We need to continue to expand our civic engagement. Our democracy needs our hard work, our informed voices, on the local, the state, and the national levels. That is on my mind today. 00:06:05 We also need to continue to think about the ways we advance our students to succeed in this rapidly evolving global economy. Our students and our university must be nimble, adaptable, and resilient as jobs in the workplace and education undergo fundamental changes. And I am going to need your help. 00:06:35 So I have a request of each of your today. I would like you to think carefully about the Elon that we will build together. And I ask you to write down your hopes and dreams for the future and describe the ways Elon should change and grow. Please write down your thoughts on the tables around the room and help us imagine the next chapter in Elon’s history. I want to read the aspirations that each of you write about and then we are going to gather these messages together in a special book, kept in Elon’s Archives, to show generations to come on this day, March 1, 2018 that we were a people with a vision, with ambition, and resolve. 00:07:30 First days are thrilling. And I am so proud to be with you in articulating these aspirations and dreams for our future. Moments like this provide us opportunities to see clearly – well beyond our horizons and imagine what we can be beyond. I know we have absolutely everything needed to succeed because we have been blessed and continue those blessings. But they come with responsibility and accountability. And we need to use our energy and our resources – wisely to the good. 00:08:18 So today, please take a moment and write down your aspirations and hopes for Elon’s future. And as we consider our growth as an institution and personally, I ask you to please join me out the north door and help dedicate a young (oak) sapling – one that will become a mighty oak. Because it is fitting that we begin this next chapter by planting a tree together. Connecting to the grove of oaks that inspired our founder’s pursuit in 1889 when this was just a grove of oaks. The vision then was articulated by President Long, “A college for the world.” When I think about that 1889 that was a long vision (Connie laughs). The White Oak that we plant today, like each of us in this room, this university that we love, will reach to the sky and grow stronger even as it is tested by the forces of nature that we are certain that lie ahead. Thank you.” 00:09:44 That audience gave President Book a standing ovation. 00:10:06 President Book continued by asking the audience to repeat with her… “One the count of three I would like all of us to join in saying Long Live Elon. One. Two. Three. LONG LIVE ELON.”
Elon's Holiday Singing Video (2016)
No full textThis video, titled Elon’s Holiday Singing Video, wishes the viewers a wonderful holiday season through classic holiday songs. Students, faculty, staff, and the Phoenix Mascot are featured in this event. Steven Futrell, Associate Professor of Music, rewrote the words to Let It Snow for Elon University. Some names included: Smith Jackson, Leo M. Lambert, Jana Lynn Peterson, Steven House, Jan Register, Syvlia Munoz, John Lew, Adam Constance, Randy Williams, and L.D. Russell.
Dance Recital (Undated)
No full textThis video titled, Elon Dance Recital, began with voices singing behind the McCrary Theatre drapes somewhere between 1980s – 1990s. Once the McCrary Theatre drapes open, dancers came out to perform to a variety of musical selections. There were seven performers in the dance recital who bowed at the end of the concert
Unveiling of the Phoenix Mascot (2000)
No full textThis narrated video titled, Unveiling the Phoenix, mascot for Elon University occurred in front of Koury Alumni Memorial Gymnasium in the year of 2000. The rebranding of the Phoenix mascot (from the Fightin' Christians) began with Elon community members standing in front of an egg resting on a nest with pillars of smoke rising around the egg. The narrator spoke of the Phoenix legend, which in Greek mythology a phoenix (Ancient Greek: φοῖνιξ phoînix) is a long-lived bird that cyclically regenerates or is otherwise born again. The Phoenix is associated with the Sun. The Phoenix obtains new life by arising from the ashes of its predecessor). The video included: football games in Burlington Memorial Stadium, a close up shot of a fire flame, old photos of the Main Building burnt in 1923, trustees sitting near the burnt Main building, an article deciding that Elon Rises from Ashes of Fire in January Greater than Ever, a photo of the senior oak, an exterior photo of Alamance Building with the words: Elon College, wide shot of the Phoenix egg with the egg cracking open and a banner that read, The Elon College Phoenix, Catch the Fire, and students cheering, Dr. Leo Lambert standing with his jacket over his shoulder talking with then student John Gardner, Kyle Wills handing out Elon Phoenix logo tee-shirts, and Thad Eure stating, LONG LIVE ELON. Names included: Trip Durham, J. McMerty, Tim Archibald, and Jesse Bowman
Convocation for Honors (2001)
No full textThis video, titled Convocation for Honors, George H.W. Bush, occurred in Alumni Gym on April 10, 2001. Elon College Convocation for Honors began in 1995 with the Elon Community gathering for Honors to recognize academic achievement, community service, and philanthropy. These ideals reflected the generosity of spirit and a commitment to excellence that are at the heart of a liberal education. The Elon College mission statement declared that “Elon embraces its founders’ vision of an academic community that transforms mind, body, and spirit” and nurtures “active student engagement with a faculty dedicated to excellent teaching and scholarly accomplishment.” Elon is committed to fostering a rich intellectual community. The program for Convocation for Honors included: The Processional, Triumphal March from Aida, Giuseppe Verdi; The Academic Procession, The College Mace, The Flags, The Class of 2001, The Academic Honors Students, The College Trustees, The College Faculty, and The Platform Participants (The camera view was from the second floor in the back of Alumni Gym. J. Earl Danieley carried the MACE); 00:13:15 The Invocation, Don A. Grady, Chair, Faculty-Staff Committee, Campaign for the Elon Vision; 00:16:30 The National Anthem, Laurie M. Saylor, Class of 2001; 00:17:49 The Welcome, Leo M. Lambert, President of Elon University; 00:23:49 and The Celebration of the Elon Vision Strategic Plan (said by Elon students). 00:27:39 A video was played and not seen on camera. The video and audio ended abruptly without completing Spring Convocation with George H.W. Bush
Staff Appreciation Day: Order of the Long Pine Leaf Award, Jo Watts Williams (2014)
No full textThis edited part of the Staff Appreciation Day event was dedicated to Jo Watts Williams, Class of 1955, on May 30, 2014 in McCrary Theatre, Center for the Arts. Dr. Leo Lambert (8th Elon President) spoke of Williams’ accomplishments at Elon since 1969. Jo Watts Williams was bestowed with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award in McCrary Theatre during the university's annual Staff Appreciation Day. 00:03:00 State Senator Rick Gunn (R) of Alamance County and Elon University President Leo M. Lambert presented the honor on behalf of North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory (R). The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is among the most prestigious awards presented by North Carolina governors. Since 1963, it has recognized individuals who possess a proven record of extraordinary service to the state, contribute to their communities, exert extra effort in their careers, and dedicate significant years of service to their organizations. 00:07:35 Williams accepted the Long Leaf Pine Award (applause). 00:08:02 Williams spoke at the podium. She stated, “You know I am never speechless. But I am now. Somebody kept a lot of secrets. That is all I have to say.” 00:08:12 Williams received hugs from her children. In addition, not on the video file, Williams was named Elon’s Distinguished Alumna of the Year in 1995 and received the Elon Medallion for outstanding service to Elon in 1998. In 2013, the university named a residence hall in the Oaks neighborhood in her honor
Medallion Ceremony (2017)
No full textThis video, titled Elon Medallions and Endowed Professorships, occurred on August 21, 2017 in Alumni Gym. The Invocation was given by The Rev. Janet Fuller, University Chaplain. 00:03:40 Dr. Leo Lambert presented the Presentation of Honors, the Elon Medallions. This is the most prestigious service university award given by the university president. There were five members of the Elon community who received this award. They included: Chalmers Brumbaugh, Sandra Fields, Nancy Midgette, Janice Ratliff, and Elizabeth Rogers. Some other names included: Betty Morgan, Jana Lynn Paterson, and Charity Johansson who spoke on the behalf of each of the Elon Medallion recipients. 00:41:52 Lambert named the Distinguished Professorships of the specific faculty. 00:45:45 Kathy Matera received her Medallion by Lambert as the Japeth E. Rawls Professorship. 00:48:00 The Love of Business Dean, Raghu Tadepalli, presented Sean McMahon with the Doherty Emerging Professor of Entrepreneurship plaque. In addition, Tadepalli presented Wonhi Synn with the Wesley R. Elingburg Professorship. Each awardee spoke of their appreciation. 00:53:54 Seen was a wide shot of the stage with all the awardees with Lambert. 00:54:10 Lambert made the announcement that next on the agenda was his opening of the Elon academic 2017-2018 year
An Evening for Elon: Conversation with Leo Lambert and Connie Ledoux Book (2018)
No full textThis video, titled An Elon Evening Conversation with President Leo M. Lambert (Elon’s 8th President) and President Elect, Dr. Connie Ledoux Book (Elon’s 9th President), occurred in Charleston, South Carolina in the spring of 2018. Brian Feeley, Director of Alumni Engagement, Class of 2003, introduced Lambert and President Book. Feeley stated, “Good Evening Charleston.” The crowd cheered. Feeley spoke of building the Elon network and celebrating Elon Alumni that unites Elon University. 00:01:43 Feeley acknowledged Laurie Lambert for her 19 years of Elon University and the Burlington community service. 00:02:34 The introduction of Lambert and President Book occurred. 00:04:50 Lambert and President Book walked onto the stage. Lambert stated, “” 00:06:23 The question and answer conversation Good Evening, Charleston. I want to say, no one can be more excited to have Connie Book as number nine, than I am. I have had the privilege of working with Dr. Book for many years during her earlier tenure at Elon. And those of you who know her – know what a woman of great intelligence, passion, vision, and courage she is. And someone who loves Elon as much as I do to have such great confidence and affection for your successor…Connie we are so delighted to have you as number nine. Welcome.” President Book responded, “I am really excited between Lambert and President Book began. Topics included President Book reflecting on her lessons learned at Elon in her “Elon Play Book” and implementing diversity and inclusion, study aboard, and internships. She stated, “The reason why she wanted to be the ninth president at Elon was because it was the right thing to do. It equals student success. It keeps young people challenging themselves. It leads to their own transformation…and to follow the course you (Leo) have set. It is a team culture of innovation and problem solving. Elon does a very good job at listening and asking questions. It is always that itch to be better. In the military they call that, go to the point of friction. What is the point of friction? Where are things that can be better at? Looking for that point of friction and solving that next problem. So these are the reasons for being Elon’s ninth president is going to be the opportunity of my lifetime and my career.” President Book asked Lambert about high education costs. Scholarships was what Lambert spoke about at Elon. Lambert asked Elon’s culture. President Book said, “It is such a powerful campus because of the culture. That strong sense of community and accountability…our sense of ownership and safeguard here, but we also still continue to ask ourselves important questions…” 00:27:11 Lambert spoke of Elon Employees anniversary service luncheons. Lambert explained how it was his honor to present when J. Earl Danieley celebrated his 70th year of Elon service. He continued to say – the community sits at round tables from across the campus departments with a celebratory lunch with calling on every single person in the room. 00:27:40 Lambert stated, “When I leave the luncheons every year saying what makes Elon incredibly special, is that every single person in that room can define their job related to creating an extraordinary environment for student learning.” Lambert used a staff example. He said, “The mission is students.” President Book spoke of her Assistant Provost Elon Move-In Day experience with faculty. 00:29:46 President Book stated, “We love 18 -22 year olds (laughter). We did not by accident show up in this profession. We love those young people. It is one of the powerful pieces of an Elon education is the residential experience that unfolds across our campus in different neighborhoods. It is very intentional. We have faculty living on campus. We have our Elon 101 signature program. For all of our Elon Alumni, they just had a flash of those memories—working with orientation leaders that very first week, staging their success.” President Book spoke about online classes vs. lifelong learning to share what is happening in people’s lives and professions. 00:31:50 President Book asked Lambert about the Elon Commitment that will come to a close and the next strategic plan will unfold in 2020 and the role of alumni. Lambert stated that sixty percent of Elon’s Alumni in 2018 are in their 20’s and 30’s. 00:39:25 President Book spoke about reaching out to Elon Alumni across the world to think about the 2020 strategic plan, along with curriculum. She also mentioned, “User Experience” referring to customer service with word meaning… 00:43:32 President Book spoke about how senior management knew Elon needed a new convocation center and Schar Center, which opened in the August of 2018. 00:43:58 Lambert showed pictures of new Elon buildings and future buildings. 00:52:53 Lambert spoke of his new office in Martin Alumni Center (The MAC) and serving Elon University. 00:53:31 Lambert said, “While I was sitting (before our event began) between you (Book) and Laurie Lambert, I am feeling that I am sitting between my future boss (referring to Book) and my permanent boss (Laurie Lambert). Laughter followed. Laurie Lambert stated, “Get use to it.” 00:53:48 Lambert stated, “What a privilege to be the 8th president of Elon University…to be around bright, young, people who are so inspiring and caring and have such good hearts and such incredibly powerful brains and to see the impact that they are having on the world is an amazing amazing privilege. It is the best job in the world. And I have loved it. And I have loved the fact that we all, in our work at Elon, take our motto seriously, Numen Lumen- intellectual light and spiritual light for the world. And the world needs Elon Graduates. And the world needs that light. There are a lot of dark places out there where the lamps that Elon graduates can bring out in the world to make a difference in the lives and communities of people all over the planet. We do great work in this respect at Elon. And I think all of us affiliated with the university are deeply deeply proud of. That is the legacy that we look forward to watching you (Book) lead us and carry forward, Connie. I look forward to being with all of these alumni and with you and with the faculty…it is a great and noble calling.” 00:55:25 President Book thanked Lambert for his leadership at Elon University. 00:55:49 Questions and Answers session took place. Some names mentioned: Jim Piatt Jr.,Brian Baker, John Gardner Jr., and Peter Felten
Commencement: Grant K. Paylor Sings the Star Spangled Banner (2018)
No full textThis video, titled Grant K. Paylor, Class of 2018, sang The Star Spangled Banner, the United States National Anthem on May 19, 2018 at the Elon University Undergraduate Commencement, in the Alumni Gym. 00:00:50 There was a wide shot of the graduates and the stage in Alumni Gym, as Paylor sang. Paylor received his BFA in Music Theatre