Elon Fellows brochure (2009-2010)

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A comprehensive guide to Elon's six Fellows Programs. This publication contains valuable information about program specifics and application guidelines.

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ELON UNIVERSITY | www.elon.edu/fellows

TheElon Fellows

Programs

Premier academic & scholarship

opportunities for

highly motivated students.

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Maybe you know exactly what you want to study. Or perhaps you want to sample the academic palate before selecting a career. � e off er outstanding faculty support, scholarships to fund your studies, and student camaraderie that will challenge you to set and achieve your goals.

Find yourself in the center of Elon’s Fellows Programs and be surprised just how much you can learn about yourself, your world and your future in four years. � e Elon Fellows Programs combine all the elements of an active collegiate lifestyle with active collegiate lifestyle with active collegiate lifestyle dynamic curricula that provide opportunities to study business in the curricula that provide opportunities to study business in the curriculaPacifi c Rim, present research at a national conference, and live and learn with students who share your passion for knowledge. Design your own major; shoot, edit and produce a documentary about life in Namibia or partner with other Fellows to manage a portion of Elon’s endowment.

The Fellows Programs provide the opportunity.

You provide the enthusiasm.

Read on to learn more about the benefi ts of the Elon Fellows Programs. Discover how Elon can shape the next four years of your life and give you a jump on opportunities after graduation…

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Honors Fellowsfor students in any major*

Elon College Fellowsfor majors in the arts and humanities, social sciences and mathematical and natural sciences

Business Fellowsfor majors in business administration, economics and accounting

Communications Fellowsfor majors in journalism, strategic communications, media arts and entertainment and communication science

Teaching Fellowsfor students who aspire to be outstanding educators

Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellowsfor students in any major who want to maximize their leadership potential

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*Students who plan to major in engineering have a specifi c three-year curriculum, which precludes participation in any of the Fellows Programs.

The Fellows Programs provide outstanding benefi ts such as:

Special courses and faculty mentoring

Paid research assistantships or internships

A , study abroad grant

Unique travel courses, such as a history study tour of the East Coast or a media-based study tour of Los Angeles

Housing options such as a living-learning community just for Fellows

Selected Fellows in each program receive scholarships ranging from , to , per year

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Honors FellowsSpend two years working closely with a faculty mentor to theorize, develop and compose your thesis. Juniors take workshops to develop a topic, fi nd a mentor and prepare a proposal to be approved by the Honors Advisory Committee. Past topics include the study of dark matter, fi rst impressions, media coverage of terrorism and the creative roots of poetry. Many students continue their thesis work into graduate school.

Elon College FellowsProduce a professional body of work in your chosen discipline as the culmination of a two-year mentorship with an Elon professor. You will present your scholarly work to an appropriate audience, such as Elon’s Spring Undergraduate Research Forum, the National Conferences on Undergraduate Research or other conferences, performances or exhibits. Your Fellows project will greatly enhance your undergraduate studies and provide a high quality professional experience that will benefi t you after graduation.

Business FellowsParticipate in one of two capstone experiences during your senior year. Fellows can manage a portion of Elon’s endowment, determining objectives and selecting stocks. Results from past teams consistently outperformed the Index. Fellows involved in consulting projects might fi nd themselves conducting market research or managing a complex economic analysis project that determines the future direction for a business or nonprofi t organization.

Communications FellowsConquer the media world by interviewing dignitaries at international conferences, producing a nightly newscast or presenting a research paper at a public relations seminar. Communications Fellows complete capstone projects that can be as varied as conducting original research, investigating a media topic or performing presentations in their areas of interest.

Leadership FellowsYou’ve spent four years learning to lead, so it’s only natural that your capstone project will focus on those skills. Coordinate the “How to Lead” retreat, complete a community project, attend capstone discussions and present your leadership legacy paper as you prepare to make a meaningful contribution as an Elon graduate.

AcademicExtras Your Elon Fellows

Capstone Experience

After four years as an Elon Fellow you’ll graduate with more than a diploma — you’ll After four years as an Elon Fellow you’ll graduate with more than a diploma — you’ll After four years as an Elon Fellow have knowledge across several disciplines, a greater sense of confi dence and a deeper appreciation for the world around you. And if you’re like many Fellows, you’ll leave with something else — innovative research, a published article of scholarly work, or the playbill from a production you wrote, produced and directed. Many Fellows choose to culminate their Elon experience with a project demonstrating the depth of their scholastic eff orts.

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“When I graduated, I had a

piece of work that I’d spent

two years of my life working

on – creating it, defending

it, and fi nding funding for

it. When I told people I was

writing a thesis, they’d say,

‘In undergrad?’ The Fellows

experience gives you an edge

in competition for graduate

schools, there’s no doubt.”

Breanna Detwiler ’Environmental Studies major Honors FellowWarrenton, Va.

Meet Breanna Detwiler

» Truman Scholar

» Udall Scholar

» Mitchell Scholar

» Law student at University College Cork in Ireland returning to the U.S. in to in Ireland returning to the U.S. in to study environmental law

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You’re not living with your family anymore, but that doesn’t mean you have to fi gure out college on your own. � e Fellows Programs emphasize shared learning opportunities through formal and informal experiences. opportunities through formal and informal experiences. opportunities Faculty mentors work with studentsto develop projects, conduct research or continue discussions informally – some professors even invite their classes over for dinner. Upperclassmen help you adjust to the rigor of the Upperclassmen help you adjust to the rigor of the Upperclassmen help you adjustFellows Programs as you fi gure out life on a college campus.

Honors FellowsMeet new friends and get to know student mentors at dessert socials and dinners that usher you into college life. Take up residence in the William R. Kenan Jr. Honors Pavilion where a faculty member will be both professor and neighbor. Even Mom and Dad get a chance to meet directors of the Honors Program and other Honors Fellows and their parents during Family Weekend.

Business FellowsGet to work right away as you participate in professional development assessments that help you map your four-year plan of study. Faculty, peer and executive mentoring opportunities guide your professional development and help you maximize your potential as a future business leader.

Leadership Fellows Make yourself at home with special orientation events just for Leadership Fellows, and prepare for a fall retreat where you’ll identify leadership styles. You’ll work with campus leaders, faculty and staff as you explore leadership styles and determine your own goals and objectives.

More thanClassmates

Community and shared experiences

in the Elon Fellows Programs

“Elon is where I got my base. Doing my own projects and seeking

out internships are the main things have helped me. And having

mentors like Ray Johnson and J McMerty to look at my work and

advise me, that was the big thing.”

Laith Al-Majali ’Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellowfi rst recipient of Elon’s King Hussein Scholarship

Majali, a communications major, edited and produced “Captain Abu Raed,” the Sundance Film Festival’s winner of the World Cinema Audience Award.

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You can’t explore the world if you stay in one place. Elon’s Fellows Programs take you across the country and around the globe to live and learn about life beyond your doorstep. You’ll bring home an expanded understanding of the international community and demonstrate an unmistakable willingness to push past traditional expectations – a quality valued by both employers and graduate school counselors.

Business FellowsSpend your fi rst semester settling into Elon, and your fi rst four-week Winter Term acclimating yourself to the world. Freshman Fellows study emerging economies by traveling to countries such as Mexico and Poland. Junior Business Fellows travel to New York City where they visit Wall Street fi rms and other major corporations, and network with Elon alumni living and working in the city.

Elon College FellowsSee the arts and sciences in action as you study in Washington, D.C., during your fi rst Winter Term. Travel to national monuments and enjoy behind-the-scenes visits at historic sites such as the Supreme Court and the as you’re introduced to the process of academic inquiry.

Teaching FellowsTransverse the Eastern Seaboard on a freshman year study tour to U.S. cities steeped in history, such as Philadelphia and Boston. � en spend a semester abroad in London or Costa Rica, taking courses and interning in local schools. A Winter Term in Washington, D.C., allows you to explore the inner workings of government and attend unique seminars at � e Washington Center.

After graduating from Elon, Romano spent a year teaching English at a university in Paraná, Argentina. She is now pursuing a master’s degree in International Education Policy at Harvard University.

Roam the GlobeMaximize your learning experiences through study abroad

71%of Elon students study

abroad at least once by the

time they graduate.

65+study abroad programs

from which to choose.

“Spending time and actually teaching a few small lessons in a

British secondary school were incredible experiences. I observed the

similarities and differences in teaching styles, discipline methods,

and the overall structure of the educational system. It allowed me

to question some of the methods that we use in the U.S., and it

broadened my horizons as to creative ways of impacting children’s

education.”

Jennifer Romano ’, Teaching Fellow, Fulbright Scholar

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Highly motivated students who want to expand their perspectives and exceed their own expectations fi nd themselves at home in Elon’s Honors Program. Discussion-based classes target based classes target based classes critical thinking and writing skills, while strong support from faculty mentors prepares you for the highlight of your academic journey – the development and presentation of an Honors thesis.

Beyond the ClassroomAs an Honors Fellow, you’ll be part of a close-knit community inside and outside the classroom — a community that’s real, that’s fun and that will challenge you. Take in cultural events with your peers and fi nd yourself debating philosophy and politics late into the night. Or grab some popcorn on your way to a discussion of new genetics with Professor Steve Braye; instead of a lecture, you’ll meet in the McEwen screening room to watch a episode on the subject.

Bunk up in the Kenan Honors Pavilion or the third fl oor of Virginia residence hall, both are beautiful living-learning communities reserved exclusively for Honors students. Share House Dinners with your fellow Honors buddies, and enjoy having a faculty member as your neighbor. Go on overnight trips, plan pirate parties and indulge in dessert socials.

The Serious StuffAs an Honors Fellow, you’ll enjoy a curriculum specially designed to make your mind work in ways you never imagined. � at attention starts right away in the Honors section of Elon , a one-semester faculty-led class that serves as an introduction to Elon life. As you tread deeper into the program, you’ll take team-taught classes led by professors from diff erent disciplines. For example, analyze literary journalism with instruction from a sociology professor and a communications professor, begin to understand the history of disability as history and education professors examine what it’s like to be disabled.

� esis : A two-year project might sound daunting, but Honors Fellows need not fear the capstone project. � esis preparation workshops, grant seminars and thesis-in-progress presentations will answer all your questions and provide valuable feedback. Honors Fellows are eligible for thesis grants of up to to assist with research or project expenses. Or, if you want to conduct research internationally, the , study abroad grant given to every Fellow will make it possible. When the work is done, you’ll celebrate with your faculty mentor at a special banquet in your honor!

Honors Fellows & Graduate SchoolAccording to a survey of recent graduates, percent of Honors Fellows plan to attend graduate school. Recent graduate schools selected include:

HonorsFellows

Are you ready to explore the forefront

of academia?

University of ChicagoUniversity of Virginia Vanderbilt University Rice University University of California – Davis Michigan State University

Florida State University University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill Boston University College of William and MaryPepperdine University University of Connecticut

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ScholarshipsAll Honors Fellows receive a , scholarship renewable annually based on academic performance and participation in the program. � is is in addition to the Presidential Scholarship of , annually, bringing total scholarship funding to , each year, or , over four years. In each class, one Honors Fellow is selected as the William R. Kenan, Jr. Honors Fellow and receives a full tuition scholarship renewable annually. Honors Fellows who plan to attend medical school may also apply for Jane M. Baird Pre-medical Scholarships of , per year.

Ready to Apply?Students who have taken a demanding high school curriculum, have a of at least ., rank in the top of their class, and have a combined critical reading, math and writing total of ( ) or higher are encouraged to apply.

Each year, students are selected as Honors Fellows based on their high school records, essays, teacher recommendations and interviews. Honors Fellows may pursue any major off ered at Elon with the exception of engineering.

in counseling psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University. In recognition of her outstanding undergraduate work, Young received a prestigious Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Fellowship that will support up to three years of graduate study.

“For me, the most important

thing about being an Honors

Fellow was stepping outside

your boundaries. Being

required to take classes

outside your discipline makes

you a more well-rounded

person. The classes make you

stretch your thinking.”

Jessi Young ’Honors FellowRichmond, Va.Ph.D. Candidate in Psychology

Young, a Spanish and psychology major, is pursuing her doctoral degree in counseling psychology

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You’re fascinated with anthropology. Intrigued by art history. Biology and You’re fascinated with anthropology. Intrigued by art history. Biology and You’re fascinated with anthropology. Intrigued bythe inner workings of the human mind never cease to amaze. You learn because you want to know, and you won’t settle for a college experience that’s anything less than enlightening. Students like you have found the rigor, challenge and diversity of learning experiences they demand within the Elon College Fellows Program. Professors employ cross-disciplinary techniques that teach you to think like a scholar, ask questions from multiple perspectives and prepare for the excitement of producing an original project in your chosen fi eld.excitement of producing an original project in your chosen fi eld.excitement of producing an original project

Beyond the ClassroomExplore our nation’s capitol through the eyes of an academic investigator during a -day trip with your Paths of Inquiry classmates. � is freshman Winter Term course led by professors from multiple disciplines will help you to better understand the various approaches to knowledge in the arts and sciences and to learn how to take a scholarly approach to developing research questions. All of this is accomplished in the context of interesting and fun “behind-the-scenes” sessions in museums, think tanks and government agencies. In past years, Fellows have had sessions at the , Supreme Court, � e Brookings Institute, the National Institute of Health and many more.

Use the , Elon College Fellows study abroad grant to support a study abroad experience. Travel to Scandinavia to study post-World War social and political development, explore Mayan culture and language in Mexico or conduct fi eld studies in the lush forests, highlands and coasts of Peru.

Elon College FellowsFind your place in the rich history of

the arts and sciences

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ScholarshipsAll Elon College Fellows receive scholarships valued at ,, which are renewable annually as long as the student remains a Fellow in good standing. Elon College Fellows planning to attend medical school may also apply for Baird Premed scholarships of ,. � is is in addition to any Presidential Scholarship awarded.

Ready to apply?Students who plan to major in the arts and sciences should apply. Students should rank in the top percent of their high school class, have a of at least ., and have a combined critical reading, math and writing score of ( ) or higher.

Fifty academically talented students in the arts and sciences are selected based on their high school academic performance, interviews and essays.

The Serious StuffAcademic colloquia and team-taught Elon College Fellows seminars will open your mind to the world of arts and sciences and to the opportunities available to students who major in these disciplines. As you become immersed in your major you will form a special relationship with a faculty mentor in your chosen discipline. Supported by special funding and the guidance of your Mentor, you will develop, produce and present your own scholarly work. � is opportunity to work as a scholar within your major represents an in-depth academic and personal experience that is typically available only at the graduate school level.

The Perfect FitWhen you’ve decided on a major, you move into a more focused phase of the Fellows Program.

are dedicated to the study of Art, Art History, Dance Performance and Choreography, English, Foreign Languages, Music, Music Technology, Performing Arts, Philosophy or Religious Studies

Appreciate, understand and contribute to the exploration of the humanities and the creative arts as you work with a dedicated community of learners with a guiding hand from distinguished faculty. Recent student projects include producing and staging an original musical, developing a series of short stories and investigating the evolution of early Christian art.

specialize in the fi elds of Anthropology, History, Human Service Studies, International Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration or Sociology.

Delve into the complexity of human behavior, social constructs and cultural strife as you chart humanity’s approach to global issues. Recent student projects include a historical analysis of race and religion in the Wilmington Massacre of , an investigation of gender quota systems in Sub-Saharan Africa and an analysis of the infl uence of physical attractiveness and narcissism on fi rst impressions.

pursue the study of Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computing Sciences, Environmental Studies, Mathematics or Physics.

Explore both the abstract and concrete structure of the universe across the scientifi c spectrum. Recent student projects include examining the eff ect of disturbance on the spread of invasive plants along the Haw River Corridor, a study of estrogens in the natural environment, and analyzing the mathematical properties of the jai alai game.

Participation in the Elon College Fellows Program provides strong preparation for graduate school. In the spring of , nearly half of all graduating Elon College Fellows had been accepted into graduate or professional schools.

“Accepting the offer to become an Elon College Fellow was certainly

one of the smartest things I have ever done. This program has

already had profound effects on my college experience – I’ve been

introduced to new ideas and theories of thought. I’m around

students with similar passions and interests. The skills I’ve gained

as a Fellow make me more successful in my other classes.”

Amanda Clark ’, Elon College Fellow, Skaneateles, N.Y.

Clark, a biochemistry major, began conducting laboratory research on heart disease during her freshman year at Elon.

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The Business Fellows Program puts students on the fast track to The Business Fellows Program puts students on the fast track to The Business Fellows Program puts students on the fast trackexcel in the competitive and exciting world of business, government or nonprofi ts. Spend time in conversation with a Legends of Business speaker, enter an innovation challenge, compete in a national ethics competition, collaborate with a professor on an organizational management issue, intern at a Fortune company, or hone your skills as a fi nancial trader — hone your skills as a fi nancial trader — hone your skills as a fi nancial traderthese are just a few of the opportunities available to Business Fellows.

Beyond the ClassroomGet a head start on the job market as you visit local corporations and take special courses that emphasize business leadership – all during your fi rst year.

Study abroad with your Business Fellow classmates during your fi rst Winter Term. Recently, Fellows have visited Poland and Mexico to gain valuable insights on new and emerging economies and sustainable business practices. All Business Fellows receive a , grant for an additional study abroad experience of their choice.

Travel to New York City with junior Business Fellows to visit the New York Stock Exchange, network with national and international corporate executives, and meet Elon alumni living and working in the city. � is trip is often a valuable fi rst step for Fellows pursuing internships and jobs in the city.

The Serious StuffTake one course each semester off ered exclusively to Business Fellows, taught by leading teacher-scholars in Elon’s Martha and Spencer Love School of Business. Courses emphasize responsible business leadership and develop your analytical skills while giving you a strong foundation of real-world skills.

In the junior year, Business Fellows take “Personal Mastery,” a course in professional development. You’ll fi ne-tune your resume, participate in mock interviews, develop your networking skills and produce a professional portfolio. At the end of the course, you will be ready to fi nd an internship that fi ts your career goals. Business Fellows have recently interned with companies such as Bank of America, Credit Suisse, , , and PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

BusinessFellows

“Stepping off the bus in Merida, I had no idea what to expect from the Mayan culture. I suppose I

expected a society that only cared about getting by and surviving to the next day. I was mistaken.

The Mayans and I are similar in that we both want to create a livable, enjoyable society in which to

live, raise children, and prosper. They, however, have a different way of going about it and I soon

realized I had a lot to learn from them.” Dan Shulman ’, Business Fellow, Dallas, Texas

Elon’s Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, accredited by

AACSB International, off ers majors in business administration, accounting and

economics. Business Fellows select a major in at least one of these areas.

Get ready for the global marketplace

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attend classes in one of Elon’s newest facilities — the Ernest A. Koury, Sr. Business Center. � is high-tech showcase includes the Doherty Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, which prepares students for success as entrepreneurs through hands-on learning experiences; the Chandler Family Professional Sales Center, which prepares students for careers in professional selling; and the Reed Finance Center, which simulates a stock trading room complete with an electronic stock crawl providing real-time data from global markets.

Reality Report CardPunctuate your Business Fellows experience by choosing of capstone projects:

Manage a portion of Elon’s endowment by investing it in the stock market. Your team will set portfolio objectives and select stocks accordingly. � is student-managed portfolio has consistently outperformed the S&P Index.portfolio has consistently outperformed the S&P Index.

Apply project management skills as you engage in strategic consulting projects with businesses and nonprofi t organizations to help them accomplish their goals. Recent projects include conducting a market research study to facilitate business expansion and an economic analysis to determine the impact on the economy of higher education institutions in a state.

ScholarshipsSeven Business Fellows will be awarded scholarships valued at , to ,, which are renewable annually as long as the student remains a Fellow in good standing. � is is in addition to any Presidential Scholarship received.

Ready to apply?Students who have sharp analytical skills and plan to major in business administration, economics or accounting should apply. Students should have a of at least . and a combined critical reading, math and writing total of ( ) or higher.

Twenty-fi ve Business Fellows are selected annually based on academic criteria, business interest and experience, essays and interviews.

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CommunicationsFellows

Eugene Daniel began working with Elon student media as a freshman. He is an anchor and correspondent for a sports magazine show, “Elon Phoenix Weekly,” and a reporter and multimedia producer for the student newspaper, The Pendulum. Daniel is also a leader in a Christian organization called Impact.

Work at the forefront of the

digital revolution

Win an award at the Sundance Film Festival. Travel to Brazil for an interview with one of the Internet’s founders. Document the lives of Namibian children living with AIDS. Hit the airwaves by developing your own special interest TV program.

Can you imagine yourself doing one of those things?If so, the Communications Fellows Program in the School of Communications might

be for you. Students work hard to apply classroom lessons to real-life situations, and Communications Fellows are at the forefront of those eff orts. Professional equipment and Communications Fellows are at the forefront of those eff orts. Professional equipment and state-of-the art facilities maximize Fellows’ opportunities to play an active role on campus through the student-run newspaper, the campus radio station, Elon Student Television, the student public relations agency, and feature fi lm and documentary production. student public relations agency, and feature fi lm and documentary production.

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Elon’s School of Communications is accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication(ACEJMC). Elon is one of only private colleges and universities in the nation with an accredited communications program.

Beyond the ClassroomNo need to wait for an internship to work in a professional studio. Elon Student Television is home to award-winning student-produced and staff ed shows. � e student-produced sports show “� e Elon Phoenix Weekly” is ranked college sports show in the nation. � e broadcast airs weekly on .

Fellows are often invited to work on special projects, such as a recent documentary examining the coverage of the Civil Rights Movement. Communications Fellows have also traveled to Brazil, Greece and South Korea while working on Elon’s groundbreaking project, Imagining the Internet. � e project’s more than ,-page Web site includes technology predictions from thousands of experts and ordinary people around the globe.

You’ll have early access to professional-quality equipment and state-of-the-art facilities, including two studios, digital video editing bays, a control room and a -seat screening room.

Meet high-profi le personalities such as Anderson Cooper, � omas Friedman and David Gergen. Fellows have the chance to participate in sessions and news conferences with visiting speakers.

Get fi rst-hand knowledge of international communications with a study abroad experience. All Communications Fellows receive a , study abroad grant.

The Serious StuffEstablish helpful relationships with faculty mentors who will open up a world of media contacts, and give you the chance to collaborate on research.

Stretch your media-savvy mind with courses such as Communications in a Global Age, Digital Media Convergence and senior seminar. � e classes are great prep for your capstone experience – a fi nal project that might include original research, investigation of a media or communications topic, the creation of original programming or a performance presentation in your area of interest.

Gain valuable professional experience by completing a required internship at leading media organizations such as , Black Entertainment Television, � e Weather Channel, ESPN � e MagazineESPN � e MagazineESPN or prominent public relations agencies. � e Magazine or prominent public relations agencies. � e Magazine

Cross-Country LearningClimb aboard! Visit Washington, D.C., for an experiential media tour of major national and international media outlets. Fellows take a weekend bus trip to a media mega-center, Atlanta, to visit , � e Weather Channel, Atlanta Magazine and international public Atlanta Magazine and international public Atlanta Magazinerelations fi rms including Ketchum and Weber Shandwick.

Elon goes to L.A.! Spend Winter Term in sunny California for a behind-the-scenes look at the entertainment industry. You’ll meet directors and producers, watch tapings and get to know Elon alumni who work in the industry. Studios such as Paramount, Fox, Warner Brothers, Universal and Television Cities will open their doors so you can get a Hollywood insider’s perspective on how business is done in the entertainment metropolis.

“I work a lot harder now than I did in high school. Here at Elon, you can actually see the fruits of your labor,

and rather quickly. I’m more motivated to put in the time and effort.”

Eugene Daniel ’, Communications Fellows, Marietta, Ga.

ScholarshipsFive Communications Fellows will receive scholarships valued at , and are renewable annually as long as the student remains a Fellow in good standing. � is is in addition to any Presidential Scholarship received.

Ready to apply?Students with related experience who plan to major in journalism, strategic communications, media arts and entertainment or communication science should apply. Students should have a of at least . and a combined critical reading, math and writing total of ( ) or higher.

Twenty-fi ve Fellows are selected each year based on high school academic performance, involvement in communications-related activities, interviews and essays.

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Elon’s outstanding teacher education curriculum has produced national and state Teachers of the Year and is the perfect place for students who yearn to improve the world by sharing knowledge. Observe a veteran teacher from a local school in your freshman year, and benefi t from visits to sites such as a bilingual elementary school and an education center for children with special needs. � e Teaching Fellows Program emphasizes a solid classroom learning experience led by supportive faculty mentors coupled with an intensive list of special learning opportunities. By the time you graduate, you’ll enter your own classroom with a wealth of ideas and confi dence in your own abilities.

The Next FourGet real classroom experience early and often. You will begin observing veteran teachers in local schools your fi rst year.

Travel by charter bus up and down the East Coast to visit socially, culturally and historically important sites during Winter Term. Explore cities such as Philadelphia and Boston where you’ll feel learning come to life. You’ll study and analyze history as you begin to understand its importance in improving the present and future.

Pack your bags for a semester in London, Costa Rica or an appropriate country if you are a foreign language major. You’ll continue your own education and also intern at local schools. Take note of similarities and diff erences in the teaching systems as you construct a repertoire of creative teaching methods. Elon pays for airfare, and Fellows pay regular tuition, fees and room and board.

Spend Winter Term in Washington, D.C., for a two-week Leadership Seminar at � e Washington Center. Discuss politics, the media, and the inherent qualities of American democracy with national experts. Learn from prime-time reporters, White House personnel and politicians. Your time in the nation’s capitol is an excellent way for you to learn how your understanding of information dissemination is instrumental in instructing your students to become informed, active citizens.

Step into your own classroom as you complete a student teaching experience with a veteran instructor who will serve as a mentor. All that you’ve learned at Elon in seminars and study abroad will provide the framework for your lessons.

ScholarshipsTeaching Fellows receive a , Elon University scholarship, renewable annually for four years, provided the student remains in good standing with the program. North Carolina Teaching Fellows receive an additional , from the N.C. Teaching Fellows Commission plus the N.C. Legislative Tuition Grant (, for -). Teaching Fellows must be U.S. citizens, and N.C. Teaching Fellows must also be residents of the state. N.C. Teaching Fellows must teach at least four years in N.C. public schools after graduation or repay the Teaching Fellows Commission’s portion of the scholarship with interest.

Combine your passion for learning

with your desire to teach others

TeachingFellows

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“On our journey from teacher

candidates to professionals, we’ve

grown together to become teachers

who value both diversity and

democracy through the American

education system. I’ve learned the

importance of thinking about my

own culture, valuing the cultures of

others, and teaching in a manner that

makes learning relevant to the unique

cultures of my students.”

Amy Johnson ’North Carolina Teaching FellowTeacher at Irving Park Elementary SchoolGreensboro, N.C.

Ready to apply? may apply for the North Carolina Teaching Fellows program. Apply online or see your guidance counselor for an application, which is due in mid-October. : Outstanding students who rank in the top percent of their high school class, have a of at least ., and have a combined critical reading, math and writing score of ( ) or higher should consider applying for the National Teaching Fellows Scholarship. Complete the Fellows application in this booklet and submit it to Elon University by January .

You may apply to either the N.C. Teaching Fellows or National Teaching Fellows depending on state residency. You may not apply to both programs.N.C. Teaching Fellows are selected in a statewide competition conducted by the N.C. Teaching Fellows Commission. Applicants from out of state will be selected to compete in the Elon University Fellows and Scholarship Weekend described in this booklet.

Elon may admit up to N.C. Teaching Fellows and up to two National Teaching Fellows for fall .

: Music education majors must also complete Music education majors must also complete Music education majorsan audition in conjunction with their admission to Elon.

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No matter what your ambitions, cultivating the skills and attributes of a responsible leader will help translate your goals into reality. � e Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows Program takes you on a journey of exploration to uncover the dynamics of leadershipand discover all the ways you can be a source of positive change. Leadership Fellows participate in program-specifi c coursework and develop leadership skills through the Isabella Cannon Leadership Program.

Isabella CannonLeadership Fellows

“You read about the

Department of Defense, the

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Mike Donofrio ’Leadership FellowForeign Aff airs SpecialistDepartment of Defense

Donofrio interned with the Department of Defense and met regularly with government and military leaders from the United States and Middle East.

Put your vision in motion

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Beyond the ClassroomFreshman Leadership Fellows unpack early to enjoy special orientation events with other Leadership Fellows and learn more at a retreat focusing on leadership styles.

Get a sense of the global impact your talents can provide as you live, learn and lead in countries such as China, South Africa, Italy, Argentina, New Zealand and Austria. All Leadership Fellows receive a , study abroad grant.

The Serious StuffLeadership Fellows take classes that complement any major. Expand your studies with classes such as Group Dynamics and Leadership, Ethics and Decision Making, or the Psychology of Leadership. Fellows also have the option of completing a minor in leadership studies.

Get involved with Elon’s more than campus organizations. Leadership Fellows not only work with these groups, but also venture beyond campus for service activities and internships with companies such as Duke Children’s Hospital, Voice of America, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney and Motorola.

Learning to LeadLeadership Fellows participate in all four phases of Elon’s distinguished Isabella Cannon Leadership Program:

· Emerging Leaders (Self )Participate in campus programs and learn about your personal leadership style.

· Phase II (Collaboration)Attend a “How to Lead” retreat and participate in a leadership laboratory experience with a professor or administrator.

· Phase III (Change)Change)ChangePlan and coordinate group sessions for the Emerging Leaders Program, complete a personal and organizational change project, receive training in facilitation and attend a leadership conference.

· Phase IV (Common Good )Make a positive impact for the common good by coordinating the “How to Lead” retreat, completing a community project, attending capstone discussions and presenting your leadership legacy paper.

ScholarshipsFive freshman Leadership Fellows receive scholarships valued at ,, which are renewable annually as long as the student remains a Fellow in good standing. � is amount is in addition to any Presidential Scholarship received.

“Leadership Fellows have a stronger affi liation with the university, a sense that Elon believes in them, the knowledge that change begins with the individual, and the realization that when leaders align their efforts, truly great things can happen. “

Rex Waters, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows Program

Ready to apply?Students who are outstanding leaders in their high schools and/or communities and have held one or more leadership positions in organizations are encouraged to apply. Students should have a of . or better and a combined critical reading, math and writing total of or higher.

Twenty-fi ve incoming freshmen are selected annually based on leadership experience and potential, academic performance, essays and interviews.

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FacultySpotlight

Two Ph.D.s. Two Perspectives.

One Class.

Traverse the realms of human awareness in Exploring Consciousness with Dr. Jeff rey Pugh, professor of religious studies, and Dr. Mat Gendle, associate professor of psychology. You’ll dissect the inner workings of the mind through the lens of religious studies, philosophy, physics and neurobiology.

Confused?Don’t be.Pugh and Gendle work hard to make their class for Honors Fellows fun, interesting and

very enlightening. “We create a series of experiences throughout the semester that challenge students’

concepts of reality,” Gendle says.concepts of reality,” Gendle says.During one class they asked students to gaze into mirrors for several minutes at a time.

On another day, the professors took students outside and had them slowly walk from one point to another all the while concentrating on the world around them.

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“It was great. One student said until that class he’s never realized that Elon’s brick paths are neither red nor fl at,” Gendle says.

It’s all in the name of self-awareness.Self-discovery.Self-knowledge.Both men are fascinated with the

cultural crossroads of science, religion and psychology. � e chance to work together and share that interest with Honors Fellows makes it one of the best academic experiences they say they’ve ever had.

“It was one of the best classes I’ve taught at Elon because those students who were engaged were extremely engaged,” Pugh says.

He and Gendle spent months before the course’s debut batting around ideas, and acclimating themselves with the other’s teaching style.

“It really gave me a good sense of how he thinks,” Gendle says. “By the time we

were teaching the class, I’d stand up there and know what topics to save for Jeff rey, and also how to set him up to make an enlightening point.”

“We were also able to model an academic discussion for the students,” Pugh points out.

� e class is a regular exercise in debating and re-thinking concepts, constructs and theories that govern daily life and human interactions. Heavy stuff , but Honors Fellows are the perfect audience, Pugh says.

“In a traditional class, most of the students are interested, but only a small group are really engaged. In Fellows classes, all of the students want to learn more. And it builds on itself,” Pugh says. “At Elon, we have the ability to push ourselves and our classes beyond the box. In this class, we don’t stick to a cut and dried curriculum; we follow arguments where they lead.”

Get to know some of our amazing professors

Professor Robert Anderson teaches a general studies seminar for Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows and is coordinator of the leadership studies minor at Elon. He also leads a Winter Term Seminar for Teaching Fellows at � e Washington Center, where he was named Faculty Leader of the Year in . Anderson is an associate professor of political science at Elon. His research interests include African politics, American politics, foreign policy and globalization.

Associate Professor Janna Quitney Anderson, is director of Imagining the Internet, an international resource and initiative of the Elon University School of Communications and the Pew Internet and American Life Project. Anderson works with Communications Fellows as both a professor and research mentor. In she guided Fellows as they reported on the inaugural United Nations Internet

Governance Forum in Athens, Greece, and in she served as a mentor for Fellows covering the conference in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Anderson was named the nation’s top journalism educator by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication.

Dr. Carol Smith, associate professor of physical education, serves as a teacher and mentor to students. She serves on several cross-campus teams including the Student Life Advisory Council, Graduate Council and Learning Communities Council. Smith has published numerous books and articles on health and human performance. Her research interests include moral reasoning in college students and various aspects of outdoor adventure education.

ROBERT ANDERSONROBERT ANDERSON

JANNA QUITNEY ANDERSONJANNA QUITNEY ANDERSON

DR. CAROL SMITHDR. CAROL SMITH

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Dr. Kimberly Jones, assistant professor of anthropology, is faculty adviser to one of Elon’s Honors Fellows Learning Communities and is a member of the Honors Advisory Committee. She has mentored several students through thesis projects and led study abroad experiences focusing on topics such as service-learning and undergraduate research in Brazil. Jones, who is fl uent in Spanish and Portuguese, is an active scholar and has been conducting research in a university hospital in Brazil for the past years. Research interests include international health, aging, international and local service learning and community development. Jones is the assistant editor of Anthropology and Aging Quarterly.

Dr. David Copeland, A.J. Fletcher Professor of Communications and Director of the Interactive Media program, works with Communications Fellows as a professor and research mentor. Copeland is a media historian who has written extensively on the colonial press, and on religion and the media. He was named the Distinguished University Scholar by Elon University and is the editor of several online scholarly projects as well as the author of many books. His latest, � e Idea of a Free Press: � e Enlightenment and Its Unruly Legacy, was published in .

Dr. Wonhi Synn, professor of fi nance, is the faculty adviser for the Business Fellows capstone portfolio project and guides students as they work in teams to manage a portion of Elon’s endowment. He also teaches Principles of Finance for Business Fellows and has led study abroad trips to London, China, Costa Rica and the Pacifi c Rim. Synn’s research interests include technological innovations in fi nancial markets, corporate valuation, and pedagogical issues in business education.

Dr. Stephen Braye, professor of English, teaches Elon and the Global Experience for Honors Fellows. Braye researches learning and critical thinking as a way to understand how professors can inspire greater depth of thought in students. He also works with Elon students to promote sustainable living practices and build houses in Zambia in conjunction with Habitat for Humanity.

Dr. Brian Nienhaus, associate professor of business administration, leads a Winter Term course that takes Business Fellows to the northern section of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula to learn the history of Mayan commerce. Nienhaus is an active scholar whose research interests include business and managerial communication, with an emphasis on the development and measurement of human capital resources. He also co-taught Elon’s fi rst-ever course in business Spanish.

Dr. Ayesha Delpish, assistant professor of mathematics, mentors Elon College Fellows in their research eff orts. Delpish won Elon’s Excellence in Teaching Award as a refl ection of her work in the classroom, in her discipline and her commitment to students’ intellectual development. Her academic interests include hierarchical linear modeling, structural equation modeling and statistics education. A native of Trinidad, Delpish also serves as faculty-in-residence at the Isabella Cannon International Pavilion where she lives and interacts with international students and those interested in international issues.

DR. KIMBERLY JONESDR. KIMBERLY JONES

DR. DAVID COPELANDDR. DAVID COPELAND

DR. WONHI SYNNDR. WONHI SYNN

DR. STEPHEN BRAYEDR. STEPHEN BRAYE

DR. BRIAN NIENHAUSDR. BRIAN NIENHAUS

DR. AYESHA DELPISHDR. AYESHA DELPISH

Get to know some of our amazing professors

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RecognizingRecognizing

Top ScholarsEach year, 15 rising Elon juniors receive $15,000 scholarships to support and celebrate their academic achievements and potential. Awards can be used during the students’ junior and senior years toward tuition costs as well as research, international study, internships, equipment and supplies, and other approved expenses.

Lumen applicants map out their vision for their junior and senior years, developing a plan for coursework, research, creative productions or performances, service projects, travel, summer workshops or institutes, and international study or internships. Top candidates will articulate a set of goals that are clear, focused and scholarly, and demonstrate intellectual curiosity and originality.

Applicants must be in their second year at Elon and hold a cumulative of . or above. Students must be nominated by a member of the Elon faculty or staff and must plan to remain enrolled at Elon for two more years.

� e name for the Lumen Prize comes from Elon’s historic motto, “Numen Lumen,” Latin for “intellectual light” and “spiritual light.” � e words signify the highest purposes of an Elon education.

For more information on the Lumen Prize and a list of current recipients, please visit www.elon.edu/lumenprize.

The Lumen Prize: Elon’s premier award

recognizing student scholarship

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Elon’s dual-degree engineering program off ers students the distinctive opportunity to earn two undergraduate degrees. Graduates receive a bachelor’s degree from Elon and a bachelor’s degree from an affi liated engineering school. Elon students may major in engineering physics, engineering mathematics, computer science/engineering, chemistry/chemical engineering or environmental studies/environmental engineering.

Students who plan to enroll in Elon’s three-year engineering program can apply for one of two , merit-based scholarships awarded annually to incoming students based on academic performance, an essay, interview and potential. � ese scholarships are in addition to any Presidential Scholarship and are renewable annually during the student’s years at Elon based on acceptable academic performance.

A special scholarship application is necessary and can be obtained from Elon’s Web site at www/elon.edu/admissions, from the Offi ce of Admissions -- or from Dr. Richard D’Amato, program director, at --. Applications must be postmarked by Jan. . Selection is based on academic record, letters of recommendation and an interview.

Presidential Scholarships of ,–, annually are awarded to approximately the top percent of entering freshmen each year. � e awards are based on high school course selection, class rank, grades and / scores. No separate application is needed. Scholarships are automatically awarded to students who meet the necessary criteria when the completed admissions application is reviewed. Presidential Scholarships are renewable each year pending acceptable academic performance.

Students majoring in theatre arts or music theatre can apply for talent-based scholarships ranging from to , annually. Awards are based on application, letters of recommendation and audition/interview. Scholarships are renewable annually based on acceptable academic performance. Contact the Department of Performing Arts at --.

Students who major in music, music education or music performance can compete for talent- and need-based scholarships on the basis of audition/interview. Band and choral scholarships are available to both music and non-music majors. Scholarships range from to , annually. Contact the Department of Music at --.

� e U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force award four-year scholarships, which cover the cost of tuition and books, plus per month for personal expenses. Elon provides free room and board to students while receiving Scholarship funds.

Performance-based scholarships are awarded in all intercollegiate sports in compliance with regulations and guidelines. Amounts vary. Contact the Offi ce of Intercollegiate Athletics at --.

Additional Merit-based Scholarships

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Step 1 .Complete and submit an Elon University Freshman Admission ap-plication, along with the application fee, offi cial high school transcript, offi cial or scores, and the completed Counselor Evaluation Form no later than the following dates:

: November : November : January

You can apply online at www.elon.edu/admissions.

Step 2 .For Honors, Elon College, Business, Communications, National Teaching Fellows and Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows: submit the Elon Fellows application postmarked no later than January . � e application is included in this booklet and is available online at www.elon.edu/fellows.

An application for any Elon Fellows Program must include:Fellows application with all data completed on the form.Essays answering a question for each Fellows Program to which you are applying.

For North Carolina Teaching Fellows: obtain the special application online or from your high school guidance counselor. � e application is due mid-October. Candidates are selected by the N.C. Teaching Fellows Commission in a statewide competition. Only U.S. citizens who are N.C. residents are eligible. You do not need to submit the Fellows application in this booklet.

For Elon Engineering Scholarships: a separate application is neces-sary. Contact the Offi ce of Admissions or download the application at www.elon.edu/admissions/engineering. � e application must be postmarked no later than January .

How should I decide which program(s) to apply for?Fellows Programs are primarily school-based, so you should be planning to major in one of the fi elds contained within the school sponsoring the Fellows Program. � e exceptions are Honors Fellows, which is for students in any major except engineering, and Leadership Fellows, which is also not specifi c to a major fi eld of study. Please visit www.elon.edu/fellows for a list of majors housed within each school. Students who are undecided about a major typically apply to Honors Fellows if they wish to pursue the thesis option or to Elon College Fellows because of the breadth of majors off ered in the arts and sciences.

It is important to note that students who plan to major in engi-neering have a very specifi c three-year curriculum, which precludes participating in any of the Fellows Programs. Engineering candidates should apply for the scholarships associated only with that major instead of a Fellows Program.

How many programs may I apply for? Students may apply for one school-based (Business, Elon College, Communications or Teaching) and one non-school-based (Honors or Leadership) program. However, you may participate in only one Fellows Program. You may not apply to two programs based in diff erent schools because you are required to major in one of the fi elds within a school. For example, you may not apply to both the Communications Fellows and the Business Fellows because they are in two diff erent schools. Because the Honors and Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows Programs are not school-based, you may apply to both of these or to one of them in combination with a school-based program. If you apply to two programs, be sure to list your fi rst and second choice.

Candidates selected to compete for Honors Fellows will be re-quired to have a teacher recommendation submitted on their behalf prior to the competition weekend. Recommendations must clearly state your name at the top of the letter and that you are being rec-ommended for the Elon University Honors Fellows Program. All Honors recommendations must be mailed to the attention of Cindy Barr, Assistant Dean of Admissions, Campus Box, Elon, .

What happens after I apply?All Fellows applications are reviewed after January . Finalists for each program are selected by faculty committees. If you are a fi nalist, you will be invited one month in advance to attend Fellows & Scholarship Weekend, March –, . If you applied under the fi nal deadline decision period, you will receive a decision about your freshman admission status at the time of invitation to Fellows & Scholarship Weekend.

� e Fellows competition includes attending a seminar and writ-ing a response, an interview with faculty and information sessions about the Fellows Programs. From this competition, Fellows are selected and notifi ed April .

Mark your calendar! Fellows & Scholarship Weekend–, –, If you are invited to Fellows & Scholarship Weekend, you do not need to attend one of Elon’s Spring Orientation weekends. Please wait until you receive notifi cation about your Fellows application before making reservations for an orientation program. Fellows & Scholarship Weekend includes many of the same activities as Spring Orientation, such as campus and residence hall tours. Also, you will want to fi nd out if you have been selected as a Fellow before you choose your freshman courses. Of course, you may attend both Fel-lows and an orientation weekend if that is your preference.

for the Elon for the Elon Fellows ProgramsHow to Apply

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The Elon University Fellows Programs Application For Students Entering Fall 2010Honors Fellows · Elon College Fellows (the College of Arts and Sciences) · National Teaching Fellows · Business Fellows · Communications Fellows · Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows

Name

Street

CityCity State Country Country

Home Telephone Cell Phone Date of Birth (//)

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Highest Highest Composite

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School Phone Number

Full Name: Mr. Ms. Daytime Phone

Full Name: Mr. Ms. Daytime Phone

Intended Major(s): (If undecided, print “undecided” and at least two majors in which you have interest.)

In order to be considered for a school-based Fellows Program, you must plan to pursue a major housed within that program’s school. Visit www.elon.edu/fellows/majors for a list of majors.

You may apply for a maximum of two programs. Please note that you cannot apply for more than one school-based program (Business, Elon College, National Teaching Fellows or Communications).

I am applying for the following program(s): School-based programs: Non-school-based programs: Business Honors Elon College Leadership Communications National Teaching Fellows (for students outside of N.C.)

Jane M. Baird Pre-medical Scholarships: Honors and Elon College Fellows applicants planning to attend medical school may also apply for the Jane M. Baird Pre-medical Scholarships. Two scholarships of , will be awarded. A separate essay is required. Baird recipients are named at the time Fellows awards are off ered.

Please consider me for a Baird Scholarship.

Honors Fellows applicants: Candidates selected to compete for Honors Fellows will be required to have a teacher recommendation submitted on their behalf prior to the competition weekend. Recommendations must clearly state your name at the top and that you are being recommended for the Elon University Honors Fellows Program. All Honors recommendations must be mailed to the attention of Cindy Barr, Assistant Dean of Admissions, Campus Box, Elon, .

Are you also a candidate for the North Carolina Teaching Fellows Program? (N.C. residents only) Yes No

, Please list and explain those academic honors and awards that are particularly meaningful to you, especially those which might be pertinent to the Fellows Program(s) to which you are applying.

If you have work experience, please list jobs you have had and your major responsibilities.

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List the activities that have the most meaning to you. Please do not repeat activities in multiple categories. (Maximum of per category)Maximum of per category)Maximum of per category

School-related Organizations Positions Held Years

Leadership Experiences Positions Held Years

Special Talent (Athletics, Performing Arts, etc.) Positions Held Years

Community or Religious Activities Positions Held Years

Volunteer Service Years

Be sure to answer the specifi c question for each of the programs to which you are applying. Your essay should be approximately words, typed or printed, and attached to this form. Respond thoughtfully. Your answers and your achievements will form the basis of a decision to invite you to Fellows Weekend and for admission into a program. You must complete the appropriate essay(s) for the program(s) to which you are applying. � e application and essay must be submitted at the same time on or before January , .

Honors Fellows and Elon College Fellows: Explain how your personal beliefs, values, and attitudes have been shaped by specifi c aspects of the cultural context in which you’ve lived. How have particular social and historical circumstances in which you’ve grown up infl uenced the person you are today?

Teaching Fellows: Today’s teachers are charged to prepare students to be “future-ready” – globally competitive in the job market and prepared for life in the Century. How would you see yourself preparing “future-ready” students? What kinds of knowledge, skills and attitudes would you try to instill in your students to prepare them to be “future-ready?”

Jane M. Baird Pre-medical Scholarship Essay: Why do you wish to be a physician? How has your service to others impacted you and your desire for a career in the medical fi eld?

Business Fellows: Suppose that you are fl ying on a business trip and fi nd yourself in the middle seat between two legendary business leaders (think in terms of someone with the stature of Henry Ford or Bill Gates). Who would you want these two people to be? What would you discuss with them? Please explain your selections.

Communications Fellows: What experiences have you had or what special characteristics do you have that will distinguish you from your peers in the School of Communications? What do you plan to accomplish in college to prepare yourself for a career in communications? Include in your essay a discussion of how the media will change in upcoming years and how you will prepare yourself for these changes.

Isabella Cannon Leadership Fellows: How do you defi ne leadership and how have your leadership experiences shaped your defi nition? Why are you applying to the program?

All applications must be postmarked no later than January . Please mail this application to:must be postmarked no later than January . Please mail this application to:mustElon University Offi ce of Admissions and Financial Planning, Campus Box, Elon, NC USA

If you have any questions, please call the Offi ce of Admissions, --.

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: Elon was named the nation’s top “School to Watch” by U.S.News & World Report in its “America’s Best U.S.News & World Report in its “America’s Best U.S.News & World ReportColleges” guide. � e guide also ranked Elon among Southern master’s-level universities. In , Elon was named a “Best Value” private university by both � e Princeton Review and Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine.Personal Finance magazine.Personal Finance

: Elon’s , undergraduates come from states, the District of Columbia and other countries. � irty percent of incoming freshmen rank in the top percent of their high school class. Admission is selective.

: Elon off ers more than majors leading to the bachelor of arts, bachelor of fi ne arts or bachelor of science degree. A dual-degree engineering program affi liated with Columbia University, Washington University (St. Louis), Georgia Tech, Notre Dame, Penn State, Virginia Tech, North Carolina State University and North Carolina A&T State University allows students to earn two undergraduate degrees. Elon awards master’s degrees in business administration, interactive media and education; a doctor of physical therapy degree is also off ered. � e Elon University School of Law off ers the J.D. degree.

: Eighty-fi ve percent of Elon’s full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their fi elds. � e student-to-faculty ratio is –, and the average class size is .

: � e Elon Experiences program encourages students to participate in study abroad, service learning, internships, leadership and research. Eighty-nine percent of students participate in volunteer service in the community; percent graduate with at least one internship experience, and percent of students study abroad at least once before graduation. About one in three students holds leadership roles on campus, and more than students conduct undergraduate research projects each year.

: Visit Elon, tour the campus and sit in on a class or talk with a professor. Contact the Offi ce of Admissions to make an appointment. Offi ce hours are Monday to Friday, from a.m.– p.m. and Saturday from a.m. to noon.

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