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Shanetta M. Pendleton examines political bias and student belonging in new publication
May 19, 2026
The assistant professor of strategic communications published new research examining how communication students experience belonging, support and self-expression during a period of DEI retrenchment in higher education. The study explores how communicative climate, political identity and perceptions of voice shape students’ experiences on campus, while challenging assumptions about political bias in higher education.
What’s TikTok’s next campaign? Elon students have a few ideas
May 19, 2026
Working with TikTok and Elon alumna Julia Denick ’15, students in Professor Lee Bush’s Strategic Campaigns courses spent the spring semester developing campaigns designed to help brands and businesses better understand the platform’s influence on consumer discovery and purchasing decisions.
Elon Comm honors faculty and staff, recognizes Anthony Hatcher’s retirement
May 11, 2026
During its annual awards celebration, hosted May 7 in Turner Theatre, the school recognized the achievements and contributions of several faculty and staff members.
School of Communications celebrates student achievement and leadership
May 8, 2026
At its annual awards celebration on May 7 in Turner Theatre, the School of Communications recognized outstanding student accomplishments, presented its Outstanding Senior Awards, and honored this year’s Kappa Tau Alpha honor society inductees.
Live Oak Communications earns two ADDY awards for creative excellence
May 4, 2026
The student-run public relations and advertising agency captured gold and silver honors at the American Advertising Awards, with a bold “Summer Shrimp Boil” promotional postcard leading the way.
elondocs students gain industry insight as Full Frame Fellows
April 23, 2026
Students in the yearlong documentary film production program gained behind-the-scenes access to Durham’s Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, one of the world’s leading showcases for nonfiction cinema.
Sydney Nicolla publishes research on how young people describe sexual violence
April 21, 2026
The assistant professor of strategic communications examined the language young adults use to describe unwanted sexual experiences, offering insights that can strengthen prevention messaging and health communication strategies.
Elon students shine at National Conference on Undergraduate Research
April 20, 2026
This year’s National Conference on Undergraduate Research was held April 13-15 in Richmond, Virginia.
SURF Stories 2026: Amanda McGee ’26 designs campaign to spark healthier living
April 15, 2026
To celebrate Ʒ’s Spring Undergraduate Research Forum on April 28, Today at Elon is highlighting several students presenting their research at the annual campus tradition.
Lumiere Rostick ’20 brings ‘Crime & Parody’ to RiverRun, exploring satire and free speech
April 15, 2026
Co-produced by the Elon graduate, the feature documentary will screen at the 28th RiverRun International Film Festival in Winston-Salem on Saturday, April 18, at 3:30 p.m. and Friday, April 24, at 5 p.m.