Elon University’s 2024 President’s Report Highlights Educational Excellence

Continued Recognition in Undergraduate Teaching

Elon University has secured its position as the top institution for undergraduate teaching in the United States for the fourth consecutive year, as recognized by U.S. News & World Report. This achievement sets the tone for the 2024 President’s Report, which showcases the university’s ongoing commitment to excellence in teaching and the innovative initiatives aimed at enhancing student success.

Key Initiatives and Faculty Highlights

The report provides an overview of Elon’s recent accomplishments and rankings, framed within the university's Boldly Elon initiative, which focuses on preparing students for emerging industry demands. It also highlights the contributions of eight standout faculty members who are tackling pressing societal issues through their teaching and research:

• Justin Clar: Associate Professor of Chemistry - Turning the Tide on Toxins
• Yanica F. Faustin: Assistant Professor of Public Health - Closing the Gap in Maternal Health
• Erin Fitzgerald: Assistant Professor of Law - Reforming Juvenile Justice
• Stephanie Hernandez Rivera: Assistant Professor of Education - The Power of Love in Learning
• Jeanmarie Koonts: Assistant Professor of Nursing - Nurturing Compassionate Care
• Kerem Morgül: Assistant Professor of Sociology and Anthropology - Navigating Divides Through Self-Awareness
• Kathleen Stansberry: Assistant Professor of Media Analytics and Strategic Communications - Rebuilding Trust in a Distrustful Age
• Long Xia: Assistant Professor of Management Information Systems - From Data to Real-World Impact