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Faculty-Staff Awards Luncheon (2018)
No full textThis video, Faculty-Staff Awards Luncheon, occurred on May 9, of 2018 in Alumni Gym. In this particular video, Elon recognized faculty members Stephen Bloch-Schulman, Maureen Vandermaas-Peeler, Shereen Elgamal, and staff member Sylvia Muñoz for superior teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service at the annual Faculty/Staff Awards Luncheon. Shereen Elgamal, lecturer in Arabic in the Department of World Languages and Cultures, received the Ward Family Excellence in Mentoring Award. Elgamal was the 11th person to be honored with the Ward Family Excellence in Mentoring Award, which recognizes a faculty or staff member who demonstrated a commitment to Elon undergraduates through outstanding mentoring. The award was established by Tom and Beth Ward P 2005, 2008, 2014, their sons, A.T. 2005, Christopher 2008 and Chase 2014, and Tom Ward’s mother, Dorothy Mears Ward GP 2005, 2008, 2014. 00:01:12 Sylvia Muñoz, associate director for the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education and director of El Centro, received the Periclean Award for Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility. Muñoz was the 16th recipient of the Periclean Award for Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility, which was given each year to a member of Elon’s faculty or staff whose community service exemplifies the ideals of Project Pericles. 00:01:18 Maureen Vandermaas-Peeler, professor of psychology and director of the Center for Research and Global Engagement, received the Distinguished Scholar Award. Vandermaas-Peeler was the 19th recipient of the Distinguished Scholar Award, which recognized a faculty member whose research has earned peer commendation and respect, and who has made significant contributions to his or her field of study. 00:01:43 Stephen Bloch-Schulman, Associate professor and chair of the Department of Philosophy, received the Daniels-Danieley Award for Excellence in Teaching. Bloch-Schulman is the 46th Elon faculty member to receive the award established by President Emeritus J. Earl Danieley 1946 and his wife, Verona Daniels Danieley, in honor of their parents. Each recipient spoke with gratitude of receiving an award.
An Evening for Honors (1998)
No full textThis video titled, An Evening for Honors, the fourth annual event at Elon College, occurred in Alumni Gym in 1998. Donald (Don) A. Lopes, an Elon College trustee, spoke first. This event was to honor students who achieved excellence in their academics with the faculty and staff who taught and mentored students. In addition, the event honored the members of the Elon Society (generous financial contributors). Lopes said, Elon is 108 years old. And it has grown from a small local college to one of national prominence and reputation. The lives of 10 of thousands people have been enriched by this institution. My daughter, Felicia, is one of them. She graduated from Elon in 1996. She had a wonderful experience while she was here. 00:05:17 He continued, It is because I believe in the quality of education that Elon College offers that I am a trustee…Just as it takes a whole village to raise a child, it takes an entire college to educate one student. I am very proud of the people of Elon College – the faculty and staff who are dedicated to this extraordinary institution. The third group is equally important to Elon – the friends who have generosity shared their resources over the years. There is an important partnership here. 00:08:00 President J. Fred Young spoke, Tonight we take special pride in recognizing our honor students. Will all the dean list students please stand (applause). Will all the president’s list students please stand (applause). In the video the camera cannot see the students because the lights are off. Young continued, Isn’t this a wonderful group? We are so proud in your many achievements. This evening we are showcasing the diversity of academic achievement at Elon. You had an opportunity to view the poster presentation in the concourse and the art work that is displayed inside. Our musicians this evening are all Elon students. The video identifies some of the students that we are honoring tonight. In addition, we will hear from three honor students, representing three different academic disciplines. Each student will be introduced by his or her faculty mentor. 00:09:51 Raymond (Ray) Johnson introduced Melissa Quinn. Johnson said, She came to Elon to make videos. She was told that I was one of the people to talk to. I knew a new force of nature had entered Elon College. If you know Melissa, you will know exactly what I am talking about. Since that first meeting, Melissa has emerged as one of the best communications students that I have had the privilege of working with. She has been very active in Elon Student Television and many other organizations on this campus. While maintaining a grade point average of 3.94. Johnson continued to talk about broadcast journalism and Melissa’s skills. 00:12:29 A clip of Melissa Quinn’s documentary production titled, Butterflies for Kids was played for the audience. 00:19:33 Mary Jo Festle (Elon History Department) introduced Melissa Pace. Festle highlighted Pace’s academic achievements. Pace was a double major in history and accounting. Paced earned a 3.90 grade point average. Festle continued to speak of Pace’s writing and presentation skills. 00:22:16 Pace spoke of her research project in lung transplantation. 00:27:41 Cathy McNeela of the Performing Arts department introduced Dan Callaway. McNeela spoke of Callaway performances. She said, Callaway is willing to take risks as an artist.00:30:30 Callaway spoke at the podium. He spoke of performing of a song, as living the song. 00:40:20 An unknown woman spoke about the Elon Society members and praised these individuals. She spoke of three phases of gratitude. 00:42:59 This unknown woman engaged conversations among tables during a buffet dinner. 00:44:05 Rev. Dr. G. Melvin Palmer (1928-2011) said the blessing before the buffet dinner. 00:48:58 J. Fred Young stood with Mary Ellen Priestley who started the communications major at Elon College. Mary Ellen Priestley began the Study Aboard program, the Pendulum newspaper, and served as a faculty advisor. In addition, she was responsible for the Center for the Arts building facility because she was an Alderman in Elon’s Town Hall. 00:50:52 The introduction of the new Elon College Alma Mater words, which were created by William (Bill) Ellis (Ellis was asked to write lyrics for the song in 1998 by his neighbor, David Bragg, a member of Elon's music faculty. President Fred Young had chosen the tune for the Alma Mater, a 1267 medieval hymn titled Gaudeamus igitur. He had heard the tune, which is a popular academic song in many European countries, on a trip abroad trip). 00:51:47 The new Elon College’s Alma Mater was song by the Elon’s choir. 00:55:04 Wide shot of the guests departing Alumni Gym can be seen. Some names included: Steve Rossman and Andy Banducci
Renny Golden "US Immigration Policy & Central American: Asylum Denied" (1987)
No full textThis raw video titled, Dr. Renny Golden: United States Immigration Policy & Central Americans-Asylum Denied, occurred in McCrary Theatre of the Center for the Arts on March 2, 1987. Renny is a Professor of Criminal Justice, Sociology, and Social Work at Northeastern Illinois University. She is a criminologist, published poet, and well-known activist for social rights in El Salvador and Guatemala. During her lecture, Renny told stories of Immigrants in the United States sent back to El Salvador and Guatemala. She spoke of religious members who took in immigrants and protected these individuals’ vs. refugees’ rights. She spoke of other countries and their immigration policies. In addition, Renny spoke of Canadian borders and the United States employers who are hiring immigrants
Women's Basketball: Elon v. Radford, Part One (2003)
No full textIn this raw video titled, Elon’s Women’s Basketball, occurred in the Alumni Gym on January 18, 2003. The Elon Women’s Basketball team was playing against Radford University (Radford University is a co-educational public university located in Radford, Virginia. It is one of the state's eight doctorate-granting public universities). This basketball game was announced by J McMerty and Mike Demos. The game played through until half-time with the score of Radford 18 and Elon 20
Students with Special Needs Panel Discussion (1998)
No full textThis video titled, Students with Special Needs, was a panel discussion for parents. Elon students explained how the special needs department in academic advising has assisted them in their academic studies throughout their years at Elon
Commencement (1997)
No full textThis video, titled Feliciano “Felix” Sabates, Jr., showed Sabates receiving his Honorary Degree, Under the Oaks, at The One Hundred Seventh Commencement Exercises, on May 24, 1997. 00:02:31 Two students sat listening to the keynote commencement speaker, Adm. Stansfield Turner, USN, Retired former CIA director, Rhodes Scholar, and President of the Naval War College. 00:03:00 The Honorary Degree was presented by W.E. Love, Jr., Trustee. 00:04:30 J. Fred Young, Elon’s 7th President, conferred the Honorary Degree to Sabates. 00:05:20 The Announcement of Honors and Awards was read by Julianne Maher, Vice President for Academic Affairs. 00:05:32 A student dressed in a maroon cap and gown listened to Gerald (Gerry) Francis as he provided directions of the Conferring of the Degrees. 00:05:30 Next came The Conferring of the Master’s Degrees. The Master’s candidates worn black caps and gowns. Young shook the Master degree graduates’ hands as each one walked across the stage. 00:17:32 An Elon Television switcher was seen as an individual switched the commencement cameras. 00:19:11 On Scott Plaza, the post-commencement affairs were being set-up. 00:20:11 A close-up of a student who held a diploma. 00:21:12 Graduates walked off the stage Under the Oaks. 00:23:32 Francis walked with Maher in the processional. In addition, Jim Drummond was seen leading the processional. 00:23:50 Gerald Whittington was seen walking in the processional. 00:24:09 Don Grady was seen walking in the processional. In addition, Kate Hickey was seen walking in the processional, followed by 00:24:34 Theresa LePors, Lela Faye Rich, James (Jim) Donathan and the graduates
New Student Convocation, Mark Plotkin (1997)
No full textThis event, titled Fall Convocation of the 108th Academic Year with Mark J. Plotkin, was held on September 17, 1997 in the Alumni Memorial Gymnasium at 11:00am (An Elon campus picnic followed on the lawn beside Lake Mary Nell). Plotkin is the author, Tales of a Shaman’s Apprentice, which was Elon’s Common Reading. The Prelude was played by Mary Alice Bragg, organist. The Processional, “The Grand March from Aida” by Giuseppe Verdi. Dr. J. Earl Danieley led the processional with the MACE. The Elon Platform party followed Danieley. 00:03:30 A great medium shot of Danieley holding the MACE in front of the audience was seen as the platform party walked onto the stage. 00:04:04 The Invocation was stated by Andrew I. Stemmer, Class of 1999, President, Elon Hillel. 00:05:29 The Welcome was presented by J. Fred Young, President, Elon College. 00:07:37 The Greetings from the Trustees was presented by Noel L. Allen, Class 1969, Member of the Board of Trustees. 00:11:24 The Old Hundredth Psalm Tune by Ralph Vaughan Williams was sung by the Elon College Choir and Chamber Singers with Richard E. Cook, the Director. Michael Capps and Brian Denny played the trumpets and Max Wood played the tympani. 00:16:40 The Educational Adventure was delivered by Carolyn E. Bungardner, Class of 1998, President, Tri-Beta Biology Honor Society. Bungardner spoke of her experiences when she travelled to the Rain Forest of Belize. 00:20:00 The Introduction of the speaker was done by Janet S. MacFall, Coordinator, Environmental Studies Program. The Convocation Address was given by Mark J. Plotkin, Executive Director, The Ethnobiology and Conservation Team. His speech was titled Preserving the Culture of Native Peoples. Mark J. Plotkin was born May 21, 1955 and is an ethnobotanist and a plant explorer in the Neotroepics, where he is an expert on rainforest ecosystems. Plotkin is an advocate for tropical rainforest conservation. Plotkin spoke about diabetes in the United States and how a company hired Plotkin to travel to the Amazon Rain Forest to find local plants to reduce diabetes. He discussed biodiversity and cultural diversity. He said there are 80 thousand plant species in the Amazon. He stated that everyone needs to get involved in saving the problems of our environment. Plotkin received a standing ovation. 00:57:01 The Gaudeamus Igitur, Traditional Collegiate Hymn, was sung by Elon College Choir and Chambers Singers. The students could be seen singing. 01:00:20 The Benediction was spoken by Richard W. McBride, Chaplain. McBride extended an invitation to all to join the picnic after Elon’s Convocation. 01:02:27 The Recessional occurred with Lobet den Herrn mit Pauken und Cymbale by Sigfrid Karg-Elert. 01:02:52 There was a wide video shot of the platform party walking out of Alumni Gym. Plotkin and Young walked side-by-side, followed by Allen, Bumgardner, Stemmer, MacFall, McBride, and Danieley. 01:03:56 In addition, there was a wide shot of the convocation guests departing in Alumni Gym
Announcement of the 9th Elon President, Dr. Connie Ledoux Book (2017)
No full textThis video, titled The Announcement of the 9th President of Elon: Connie Ledoux Book, occurred on October 7, 2017 in the Alumni Gym. This announcement replaced the traditional College Coffee held at Phi Beta Kappa commons. Kerrii Anderson, Chair of the Elon Board of Trustees, welcomed all the guests in Alumni Gym. 00:01:07 Anderson welcomed Dr. Leo Lambert and Elon’s first Lady, Laurie Lambert. 00:01:50 Anderson stated, “We are gathered here today to welcome and celebrate our next great leader who yesterday was unanimously selected by our board of trustees to become the 9th President in Elon’s 128th year history. She is a person who is qualified, highly experienced, and I am proud to say, will take the office as the first female president in Elon’s 128th year history (applause). Please join me in congratulating the Provost of The Citadel, The Military College of (Charleston) South Carolina and longtime Elon colleague, Elon parent, and friend, Dr. Connie Ledoux Book, President Elect of Elon University.” 00:02:54 The video shot pulled out wide to reveal President Ledoux Book smiling as she sat in a chair, as Wesley (Wes) R. Elingburg, Anderson, and guests applauded her. 00:03:11 Anderson continued to say, “Dr. Book was the unanimous choice from the presidential search committee and the board of trustees to succeed President Lambert and to become our next president. She will take office on March 1, 2018 and will visit campus periodically before then to prepare for a seamless presidential transition. Until March 1, 2018, we are thankful that President Lambert will continue in office and assure that seamless transition. 00:03:48 Elingburg, the chair of the search committee, shared the details of the intense work conducted by the 16 member presidential search committee over the past seven months. 00:04:13 Elingburg spoke to the guests. “The charge was Elingburg consider the top candidates in the nation and to consider a diverse field of candidates. We talked with impressive college and university presidents, provosts, and deans at many of the nation’s most prestigious institutions. Also, people outside of academia. We had an excellent pool of candidates. Everyone that we talked with told us that the Elon Presidency was one of the top professional opportunities in higher education. Our pool of about 150 candidates included those who applied, those recruited by the search firm, and many nominated by the Elon community. The candidate who received the most nominations was Dr. Connie Book. 00:05:33 In each of our interview sessions, Book stood out above all others. She provided keen insights into Elon’s academic programs and operations. 00:05:45 And a strong vision for Elon’s future. 00:06:03 Dr. Book has the ability to listen carefully, to think clearly, and to lead in challenging situations. She understands the importance of an inclusive academic community. One that has a global perspective, along with the commitment to make a difference in local communities. She knows the value of a strong arts and sciences education in today’s complex world, and has an excellent knowledge in advancing excellent advanced programs. 00:06:48 Book impressed us with a long list of accomplishments at the Citadel. She has made a tremendous impact there.” 00:07:31 Elingburg asked that all 16 search committee members stand to be recognized for their work (applause). The search firm was applauded for their work. Elingburg continued to say that the search committee received nearly 7,000 responses from the surveys sent out early in the presidential process. 00:09:26 Once the search committee had their two final presidential candidates, 60 additional members (students, faculty, staff, alumni, and trustees) met with these candidates and provided feedback to the search committee. 00:09:47 Together, we brought an excellent candidate to the trustees. 00:09:55 “The work of the search committee is complete,” stated Elingburg 00:10:23 Anderson recognized the President-Elect’s children, Joe Book and Bella Book. Anderson informed the audience of Connie Ledoux Book. 00:11:28 Anderson introduced Connie Ledoux Book with all of her accomplishments. 00:14:05 Book even sky-dived with the U.S. Army Gold Nights Parachute Team. 00:15:55 Anderson stated, “Please join me in welcoming the 9th President of Elon University, Dr. Connie Book. 00:16:21 President-Elect Dr. Connie Ledoux Book stood at the podium as the platform party and guests applauded her. 00:16:24 Book smiled at Lambert and vice versa. Book stated, “How lucky am I? It is great to be here. Truly an exciting day for me and my family. Walking across campus this morning, I had a strong sense of coming home. Elon University holds a special place. It is a place where I learned from my faculty colleagues about creating transformative learning environments, an intellectual community where I was inspired by my students who always asked great questions and strived to make the world better. A tight knit community where I learned that, together, we could design and build an inclusive community full of mentoring 1,500 faculty and staff educators. I am proud of the welcome from the learning community at Elon and our ability to advance students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds and beliefs. We have a deep understanding that our mission flourishes when curiosity, and human dignity are the standard. I commit myself today to advancing this environment each and every day as my work as president. 00:17:47 At Elon, I grew to see my discipline in new and meaningful ways and here I had the opportunity to begin to learn about leadership (thanks to President Lambert) and the administrative faculty fellows program. Elon is also an important place that created family memories for me. 00:18:10 Bella attended her first lecture on feminism when she was just 13 years old. And it sparked a fire that would set the course for her own education. 00:18:22 And no one in the family will forget the time campus safety called to ask me to please to get my 7 year old son out of the Magnolia tree in front of the McEwen building. Joe graduated from Elon last year as a music major and fills our house with original scores, music, inspired by his Elon education. Both Bella and Joe are with me here today and I know they feel that powerful sense of coming home, as well. 00:18:54 Today, as I prepare to assume the role of the presidency, the advancement of this powerful learning community is foremost on my mind. Elon University holds a truly remarkable place among colleges in the United States. Its academic excellence has been the topic of important study in higher education. Elon’s inner-core curriculum and commitment to student engagement, serves as a model for colleges and universities around the world. 00:19:26 This is a university that understands the essential nature of bringing together critical ingredients of a premiere learning environment, the strong relationships students form with their faculty and staff mentors, the priority of learning at a deep level in classes, experiences, led by professors who thrive in a teach scholar mentor model, the commitment to excellence in the arts and sciences, both as a foundation for every student and as outstanding as major programs of study that challenge students to be deep thinkers, innovative resilient problem solvers, and moral leaders for the world, and the strength of distinctive professional program that prepares students for success in a changing and competitive world. 00:20:19 And in every dimension of the Elon experience, you will find global a prospective. Elon students seek to understand their place in the world, the essential lessons, and they learn from people from many backgrounds and cultures, and their obligation to apply the privilege of higher education to solve complex problems and prosper human dignity around the world. 00:20:47 I am humbled and excited by the remarkable opportunity to work with each of you. And I commit to being a faithful steward of the trust that this community is placing in me, today. 00:21:01 I want to take a moment to pay tribute to my colleagues at the Citadel, who have given me the opportunity to deepen my understanding and practice of principle leadership. Like Elon, the Citadel is deeply committed to students’ success and to developing leaders that our nation needs to prosper peace and further democracy around the world. 00:21:26 The people of these two institutions know that only higher education can safe guard and advance our great nation and nurture our democracy based on what the Elon mission describes as freedom of thought and liberty of conscience. The work ahead is important for our country and for our world. 00:21:48 I look forward to the next several months to hearing your stories, becoming acquainted with Elon, and learning anew about the community aspirations. I will listen carefully to understand the critical work that has taken place since I left Elon, and I am eagerly anticipating saying hello to former colleagues and meeting all the new faces who are part of Elon’s community today. 00:22:16 Throughout the search process, I was impressed with how the search committee took seriously the community’s commitment to identify a leader who understands Elon’s unique history and the power of this hard working community to change young people’s lives. I will champion and hold this university’s future with great care. 00:22:38 It is an honor and a privilege to be selected as the ninth president of Elon University. And I look forward to working together with each of you. 00:22:50 The world needs what Elon and what Elon graduates have to offer. Together, we will advance Elon’s future. Together, we will continue building the best learning environment in the country. Together, we will set the next horizon for Elon’s destiny. Together. Thank you (applause).” 00:23:15 The camera shot pulled out to a wide shot. Connie Ledoux Book smiled. Kerrii Anderson walked to the podium and asked Ledoux Book to “Stay with us.” 00:23:29 Dr. Leo M. Lambert was in the three shot applauding proudly. 00:23:44 Anderson stated, “Congratulations Connie and I have asked Connie to stay with us at the podium for a few minutes because we have some members of our community that have some welcome gifts for her. In this following order, we will hear from Morgan Bodenarain, Class of 2018, executive president of the Student Government Association (SGA) and a member of the presidential search committee. Then we will hear from professor Jeffery Pugh. Then Keren Rivas, Class of 2004, and director of publications of the Office of University Communications. And finally, Dr. Leo Lambert representing the first eight Elon presidents. Morgan.” 00:24:42 Bodenarain stated, “Dr. Book, I would like to present you with this coffee mug in preparation for College Coffee. We are excited to see you at student events throughout the year. Elon presidents are known for having close relationships with their students. And we are excited to see the strong ties that you build throughout your presidency.” Book whispered, “Thank you, Morgan.” Pugh came to the podium. He stated, “Dr. Book, on behalf of all of our colleagues here- the acorn is not just a symbol of becoming (which Dr. Lambert will speak of in just a minute), but also a symbol of resilience because these things grow up to be strong oaks. So on behalf of the faculty and your colleagues here, we present you with this as not just as a thing that will be small and tiny, but grow to be resilient and strong.” Book stated, “Thank you,” as she accepted the acorn. 00:25:51 Book stated, “I like this part.” Rivas stated, “As a proud Elon Alumna and a member of the Elon University staff, I am so glad to welcome you back to campus. And we want to make sure that you all (Bella and Joey) are ready to cheer on the Phoenix. Inside the bag is some Elon wear that I know that you are going to wear with pride. Welcome.” 00:26:19 Rivas hugged Book, saying something in Spanish to Book. 00:26:36 Lambert was at the podium and stated, “Connie, I doubt that there is anyone in this room that is more happy with this appointment, than I (laughter). With the possible exception of Laurie Lambert. You know it is our tradition to present to our first year students with an acorn and with the words that they have everything within them that they need to grow and become strong. I have a special acorn for you this morning that was crafted just this weekend by professor emeritus of economics, Dr. Jim Barber, for you. On behalf of all my former colleagues and I want to present it to you with our confidence that you have everything within you, Elon’s next mighty oak. With all of all affection and respect, please accept this token of our esteem and love. Thank you.” 00:27:37 Lambert handed the hand crafted acorn to Book in her hands. Lambert and Book hugged and Lambert kissed Book on the cheek. Some names included: Noel L. Allen, Class of 1969; Doug Spencer, Kebbler McGhee Williams, Class of 1998; Shelley Hazel; Wesley R. Elingburg; Bernie Jennings; Deanna Jennings; Jack and Dot Deanly; Ann and Jim Powell; J. Fred and Phyllis Young; and Jane Shutt
Connected@Elon: Michael Vaughn, (2017)
No full textThis video, titled Connected@Elon, was held in Alumni Gym on Saturday, August 27, 2017. This annual event was presented by Michael Vaughn, Instructional Technologist on how to use technology in meaningful and effective ways. Vaughn’s favorite quote, “Computing isn’t about computers anymore. It’s about living,” by Nicholas Negroponte. He spoke about access to student’s personal information via Facebook, Google, and hackers. “Phishing” was spoken about in Vaughn’s presentation. Vaughn talked about Instructional & Campus Technologies Philo watch.philo.com (LastPass…|). Maker Hub locations on Elon’s campus were mentioned in his presentation
Senior Class Meeting (2017)
No full textThis video, titled Elon’s Senior Class meeting, was held in Alumni Gym on September 7, 2017. The Student Government Association (SGA) seniors led the meeting. This is an annual event for the senior students’ to come together. This event gave the seniors a chance to kick off their senior year and celebrate their last year as Elon students, but not as Our last year as the Fightin’ Phoenix, stated the Class of 2018 president. 00:00:56 The department of University Advancement supported the event. 00:02:20 President Leo Lambert spoke at the podium about the students’ senior year. Lambert asked the seniors to write their Elon story and spread their Elon story around the world. 00:07:24 Lambert stated, Long Live Elon (with his right arm rising up in the air). 00:08:11 This was a time the seniors participated in giving to the class gift, which would be presented in Jordan Gym to President Connie Book in May of 2018. There was a senior picnic concluding the meeting (the picnic not video recorded)