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Top 10 Under 10 Awards Ceremony: Ryan Guthy (2018)
No full textThis video, titled Top 10 Under 10: Ryan Guthy, was recognized for achieving high levels of success, continuously working to elevate their communities, and a loyal alumni role model. The recognition came from The Office of Alumni Engagement and the Young Alumni Council. Guthy, Class of 2009, is a Co-founder and co-owner of Wicked Weed Brewing, the largest microbrewery in the South. Located in Ashville, North Carolina Wicked Weed is now distributing its beer to locations throughout the country. Guthy currently oversees the national distribution and sales team for Wicked Weed
Medallion Ceremony (1995)
No full textThis video, titled Medallion Ceremony, occurred at the opening of the new academic year in August of 1995. President J. Fred Young spoke of the medallions and programs. However, the video and audio are very poor. The audio was not audible and there were tracking problems in the video. 00:04:56 J. Earl Danieley spoke at the podium. 00:08:31 Shirley “Red” Wilson was honored with an Elon Medallion. President Young presented the Medallion to Wilson. 00:10:08 Wilson spoke at the podium. 00:14:36 Danieley read the next Elon Medallion presentation. Young presented Jack White with the Elon Medallion. 00:18:21 White spoke at the podium. 00:20:08 Gerald (Gerry) Francis said, thank you. 00:20:31 White conducted the jazz band playing on the stage. 00:25:20 White and Francis shook hands
Liberal Arts Forum: The Mafia in America, Dan Moldea (1994)
No full textThis video, titled Dan Moldea, Mafia in America, occurred in Whitley Auditorium in 1994. Moldea was an investigative journalist on mafia crime. He authored four books. The Liberal Arts Forum presented Dan E. Moldea’s presentation on the mafia. The audio was bad until 00:23:34
Dee Dee Myers, Question and Answer Session (2010)
No full textThis video, titled Dee Dee Myers Questions and Answers, was conducted in Whitley Auditorium on January 18, 2010. Myers began her conversation with questions and answers from the audience. Some of the topics included: Robert Gibbs as White House Press Secretary, President Obama, David Letterman, Tiger Woods, and Myers as Press Secretary for the Clinton Administration
Leo Lambert: Fall Opening Address (2017)
No full textThis video, titled Opening of the University Address by President Leo M. Lambert, occurred on August 21, 2017 in Alumni Gym. Lambert welcomed the audience to a new academic (2017-2018) year. This was Lambert’s 19th and final opening address by talking about five issues that are critical to the university’s future. The five long plays outlined by Lambert included the following: safeguarding Elon’s culture, which keeps the focus on students and learning, values a strong teacher-scholar-mentor model, encourages innovation and creativity and values kindness and community; keeping a disciplined focus on maintaining Elon’s identity, which aims to set the global standard for engaged learning; building the university’s endowment to provide greater student financial aid, including more Odyssey scholarships for talented students with high financial need, fellows scholarships for highly qualified students, and Elon Engagement scholarships for students from middle income families; Staying connected with Elon’s young alumni who are making an impact in the world and are critical to the university’s future; and Boldly anticipating the disruptive changes ahead in higher education and remaining nimble and innovative. Lambert concluded his remarks with heartfelt thanks for the support he has felt during his tenure as Elon’s 8th president. Everyone in this room is a gift, to me, to this university, and especially to our students. 00:35:40 Lambert said, I am truly grateful for your counsel and guidance, and for the inspiration you have given me by your own extraordinary work. You called me to be better. Lambert will assume the role of president emeritus after his successor (9th Elon President, Connie Ledoux Book) takes office (March 1, 2018). He will take a yearlong writing sabbatical and will remain associated with Elon as a faculty member and to support the new president, primarily in the areas of alumni relations and development. 00:36:42 Lambert told a personal story of his in-laws being ill and moving into the Maynard Home. C.C. Cowan, Manager of Moving and Set-ups, and the (Elon’s) Moving & Set-up employees were so sensitive and caring for all the individuals in the home. “I will never forget the care they (Moving and Set-ups) took and the sensitivity, and the compassion they demonstrated. stated Lambert. CC and the guys taught me that lesson again. And so many of you in your own personal ways have made me feel inspired, challenged, more compassionate, and truly—truly grateful. Much love, friends
Alumni Welcome Connie Ledoux Book, Carson Foushee (2018)
No full textThis video, titled Elon Alum, Carson Foushee, Welcomed Connie Ledoux Book, as the 9th President of Elon University on March 1, 2018. Foushee stated, “Hello from Toyko, Japan. My name is Carson Foushee, Class of 2007. I am grateful to be a part of this historic day at Elon University. My hope for Elon is it continues to be a place where relationships matter. Relationships that are created among students, faculty, and staff—in classrooms, resident halls, and service trips to athletic games and much more. This sets Elon apart as a place to where you matter to those around you. Relationships are at the core of all that Elon is and does. And it is these that carry blessings that last a life time.” Foushee, has assisted with CBF ministries and was ordained by the First Baptist Church of Elon, North Carolina in 2011
International Students Legacy: Oak Saplings (2018)
No full textThis video, titled International Students Legacy: Oak Saplings, the Class of 2018 international graduates planted their saplings in the International Grove in May. This is adding to the inaugural oaks planted by the Class of 2017 international graduates. The newest international alumni gathered with family, faculty, and staff to plant their oak saplings in the International Grove on South Campus. Not recorded in the video, but known to be said, François Masuka, Director of International Student and Faculty Scholar Services, shared a few words on the beloved acorn and sapling traditions and their symbolism of growth and success. "Let the sky be the limit, wherever you go, whatever you do," said Masuka. He also charged the university’s newest alumni to stay connected with their alma mater. “We pray you come back to see the mark you have made,” said Masuka. The tradition was established in 2017, the International Grove allowed students unable to take their saplings back to their home countries to plant their oaks and mark their legacy on Elon’s campus. There have been 21 oak saplings planted in the International Grove on South Campus
Medal for Entrepreneurial Leadership Ceremony, Honoring Mitch Kapor (2018)
No full textThis video, titled Elon University Medal for Entrepreneurial Leadership, occurred on April 12, 2018 in the LaRose Digital Theatre, Koury Business Center. This year, the prestigious Elon Medal Award was presented to Mitch Kapor, investor, serial entrepreneur, technology giant, innovator, and social advocate. Throughout his impressive career, Kapor has been a longtime advocate for social change and a visionary in the personal computing industry. In 1982, he founded Lotus Development Corporation and designed the Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet that made the personal computer ubiquitous in the business world. His background includes serving as the Founding Chair of the Mozilla Foundation and early angel investments in Dropcam, Twillio, Asana, and Uber, as well as founding The Kapor Center for Social Impact, which focuses on tech inclusion and social impact. He also serves as a partner of Kapor Capital, which is a firm that focuses on information technology driven, seed stage startups that drive positive social impact by drawing on the lived experiences of their founders. The Elon Medal Award is bestowed upon an individual each year who is a leader in their field or industry and who exemplifies the values of Elon University. These values include integrity and service, innovation and creativity, a passion for lifelong learning, as well as a commitment to building a dynamic community of engagement. Previous Elon University Medal for Entrepreneurial Leadership recipients include Dr. Muhammed Yunus, 2006 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, founder of Grameen Bank, and chairman of the Yunus Centre; Ambassador Bonnie McElveen-Hunter, founder and CEO of Pace Communications and Chairman of the Board of the American Red Cross; Dr. Patrick Awuah, Jr., founder and president, Ashesi University; and Mr. Guy Harvey, wildlife artist and conservationist. This program was sponsored by the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business and the Doherty Center for Creativity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
School of Law Commencement (2017)
No full textThis video, titled School of Law Commencement, occurred on Saturday, December 15, 2017 in Alumni Gym at Elon University. This was Elon Law’s first class to complete the 2.5-year program. The Commencement program featured welcoming remarks by Veronica Rachel Townsend, President of the Student Bar Association, and Jordan Donavin Thompson, an Elon University undergraduate alumnus elected by his peers to deliver the Elon Law student address. The David Gergen Award for Leadership and Professionalism was presented to Mia Faith Chamberlain. Elon Law Dean Luke Bierman introduced the keynote speaker, The Honorable Martin (Mark) D. Martin. 00:46:30 The Jurist Doctoral Degree program began. 01:12:18 Elon University President Leo M. Lambert, who concluded his presidential tenure February of 2018, used his final charge at an Elon Law Commencement to task graduates with using their knowledge for justice, their intelligence in the pursuit of goodness, and their keen minds for seeking truth. He also asked graduates to remain connected with their law school Alma Mater. "I look forward to a close relationship with you in the years ahead as you, among its earliest alumni, continue to guide this young law school," Lambert said. "Elon Law will become a better institution by the active participation of alumni in determining her destiny." 01:17:18 The processional occurred in Alumni Gym.
Inauguration: Leo Lambert Press Conference (1998)
No full textThis video titled, Announcement of Elon College’s 8th President: Leo Lambert, was announced on October 13, 1998 by the Board of Trustees in the Isabella Cannon Room, Center for the Arts. The selection committee searched for the 8th Elon College President for six months. Noel Allen, the chair, of the Elon College Search Committee made the introduction of the new Elon College President, Dr. Leo M. Lambert. 00:01:32 Allen’s comments included: an excellent search committee comprised of 14 members (trustees, faculty, staff, and students); 2,000 volunteer hours in the search for the new president; a process of 1,000 of emails, faxes, letters, phone calls, and miles of travel; and the Elon community met Dr. Lambert and his family during the selection process. In addition, Allen spoke of Lambert’s talents that he will bring to the next Elon vision in the 21st Century. 00:03:25 Allen spoke of Lambert’s academic accomplishments at the University of Wisconsin, Syracuse University, and high education associations. His personal interests are in English, music, Rotary, church, and his family. 00:04:58 Allen stated, “It is my great honor and pleasure to introduce to you, the next 8th president of this institution, Dr. Leo Lambert.” 00:05:02 Lambert walked to the podium with the Elon College banner hanging behind the podium (applause). Lambert smiled away at the podium and stated, “Thank you.” Lambert’s stated, “Thank you very much for that very warm and gracious introduction, Noel. It is truly a joy and delight for my family and I be here today. I would like to begin right from the very start by introducing you to three – til three most important people in my life, my wife and two daughters. Laurie, if you would stand (camera panned over to Laurie). Laurie is an elementary and math teacher in the LaCrosse Public School District in Wisconsin. She thrives on reading. An avid golfer. And the most terrific mom you would ever imagine. And keeps herself very busy with our two very girls. 00:06:04 My oldest daughter, Callie, next to her, Callie would you stand – is 13 and she is in 8th grade. She loves sports, including soccer, golf, swimming, and she just finished tennis team, plays French horn and piano, and is looking forward to starting middle school here in January. Last and certainly not least is my baby, Mollie, who is now 10. Mollie also plays piano and enjoys gymnastics, soccer, swimming, golf, (a three shot of the three ladies). A couple of active kids that we have here. All four of us are looking forward to joining the Elon College family. Thank you.” 00:06:49 The camera is back on Dr. Lambert. Applause. Lambert continued his remarks. “I have been asked many times over the course of week or so – about how I feel of having the honor of becoming the 8th president of Elon College. I have quoted a line that I will quote one more time this afternoon. 00:07:19 After Laurie and I left our interview here, a couple of weeks ago, we were so excited about the fit between our family and the Elon College family. We said that we really did not really need an airplane to fly home, we were just soaring high after our visit here. It was a wonderful experience. As I told the trustees this morning, a thought comes to mind from a Quaker hymn – which also describes how I feel. And it is the hymn, ‘Simple Gifts: Tis the gift to be simple. Tis the gift to be free. Tis the gift to come down where you ought to be.’ This is how our family feels that Elon College is where we ought to be. It feels very right in our hearts to be here. I think most of all, I feel, an overwhelming sense of humbleness about being here, as well. Because this is a treasure of an institution, as everyone in this room knows. And it is a great deal of responsibility to take this office. And one that I take with the upmost curiousness. It is also humbling, following in the footsteps of two long standing and absolutely brilliant past presidents. One of whom is in the room today, President J. Earl Danieley. Earl, I am sure I will look to you (Lambert laughs because Danieley is looking around) and Fred (Young) is here. I want to say a few words about Fred Young, especially to begin with because Fred has been already the most gracious mentor that a new president can have. President Young has left / leaving Elon College in a position of strength and vitality. This is a terrific institution, in part, to the leadership that he has provided – I think the leadership is going to move very confidently into the 21st Century due to his legacy. 00:09:37 He and Phyllis are leaving us with tradition, of honorable and good work on the behalf of Elon College. And Laurie and I are going to look to Phyllis and Fred as good friends over the course of what we hope will be a many many many year relationship – where we can work together on behalf of the college. Fred, I think everyone in this room owes you gratitude that cannot be spoken appropriately. Thank you so much (applause). 00:10:20 I would like to say for a minute, what attracted me to Elon College. What is it about spirit of Elon College that I think is so dynamic and wonderful. There are many many things that I could name. I am just listing three. 00:10:40 The first is that this strikes me as a true academic community – dedicated to the development of students. The sense of community is very strong. Very real. And very caring. This is the most important feature of the college, I think, that needs to continue. Secondly, I think, Elon has developed a very distinctive approach to preparing leaders for the 21st Century. All of our students are grounded in a very strong program of the liberal arts through the general studies program. They also have an opportunity to stimulate this work through an Elon Experience in this program, which emphasizes as you know, international education, undergraduate research, service learning, student leadership development, and internship and coop experiences. And on top this – an opportunity for some students to participate in really wonderful professional programs at both of the undergraduate and graduate level. This is a very powerful combination, I think, will continue advance Elon and students into very very productive lives and careers. 00:12:05 Then lastly, by many accounts. And these are people in a person to judge institutions nationally. Elon College is one of the most improved institutions of higher education in the United States. And certainly in the state of North Carolina over the course of a dozen to 15 years. This is a remarkable place in terms of how quickly it has progressed forward. And you can literally feel the momentum when you are on campus, in terms of the forward progress that the institution is making. And that progress has been achieved, I think, with a clear view of making this institution a better Elon College and not simply copying the blueprint of another college or university. This is something I want to continue. 00:13:05 So what is ahead? Well President Young and I are going to have quiet dinner together tonight and begin talk about transition planning. I plan on making several trips back to North Carolina over the course of two or three months. Laurie and the girls, and I will be down here as a family January 1st (1999). I am sure I will be calling on many of you over the next several weeks for your help and guidance and support. Again, it is a great thrill to be named the 8th president of Elon College. And I hope that we in this room become friends over the course of many years to come. Thank you. 00:13:57 The audience applauded. Mark (unknown last name), president of the Student Government Association (SGA) who will welcome the Lambert family on behalf of the student body. Mark stated, “In recent days, I had my eye on becoming the ninth president of Elon College. But after a conversation with Dr. Lambert’s older daughter, she will probably be his successor…On behalf of all the students who are here at Elon College, we would like to welcome the Lambert family.” Mark gave Dr. Lambert a hat and sweat shirt…and the entire family received the same. Wide shot of the Lamberts with their Elon College hats on and holding up their sweat shirts. 00:16:37 Dr. Lambert returned to the podium and stated, Mark, I have a return presentation for you. You know in Wisconsin, we have been branded by people in Illinois, as the ‘cheese heads.’ We have adopted it with great state pride. I will not tell you our return nickname for the citizens of Illinois (laughter). On behalf of our family, we wanted to give you this memento from the great state of Wisconsin. Mark opened up the gift. Mark placed the cheese head hat on his head and shook Lambert’s hand. 00:18:12 The press asked Lambert questions. Lambert answered questions for 10 minutes. 00:29:30 A reception was to follow the press conference at the Fonville Fountain on Scott Plaza