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‘You have permission to engage’: Vernice Armour encourages Elon community to pursue passions

Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour — the first African American female combat pilot — gave an high-energy, interactive lecture March 13 as part of Elon’s 2024-25 Speaker Series. Throughout most of her presentation, Armour had the words “You HAVE permission to engage” projected onto the screen behind her. It was a phrase Armour heard from ground controllers when she served in the United States Marine Corps, and it is a sentiment she has embraced ever since. Throughout the lecture, Armour shared anecdotes from throughout her career and personal life. 

US Navy Concert Band celebrates centennial anniversary with tour, stops at Elon University

Elon University hosted the United States Navy Concert Band in Alumni Gym on March 12. This is the second show in the band's southeastern tour to celebrate the 250 year anniversary of the Navy and the 100 year anniversary of the Navy Band. Throughout the concert, narrators introduced a new era within the Navy by describing advancements in technology, traditions and the Navy’s presence on the world stage. The band will travel to South Carolina next and finish in Washington D.C. The concerts are free to all attendees. 

Elon Nursing Program receives high marks from accreditation body for DEI efforts

ABSS grapples with staff shortages, prioritizing budget

Gerald Whittington awarded Elon Medallion, dedication of residence hall in his honor

Southeastern Indigenous Coalition Environmental Conference gives space to share issues facing Native communities

Elon Town Council discusses proposal for new mixed-use development