ELON UNIVERSITY

THE ELON COMMUNITY

Elon University is a mid-size private institution in central North Carolina. Elon is
nationally recognized for engaged and experiential learning opportunities and its
commitment to students. Elon teaches students to become socially responsible
citizens through service, leadership development workshops, study abroad
programs, internships, and undergraduate research.
Although Elon continues to gain prestigious rankings, what makes Elon truly
remarkable is the relationships between students, faculty, and staff. Elon has a
strong sense of community that is bolstered by university traditions that bring
community members together. For example, once a week, Elon provides free
breakfast for the entire community; this is a time for students, faculty, and staff to
build and strengthen relationships.
UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT
Elon University embraces its founders' vision of an
academic community that transforms mind, body,
and spirit and encourages freedom of thought and
liberty of conscience. To fulfill this vision, Elon
University acts upon these commitments:

We nurture a rich intellectual

community characterized by active
student engagement with a faculty
dedicated to excellent teaching and
scholarly accomplishment.
We provide a dynamic and
challenging undergraduate curriculum
grounded in the traditional liberal arts
and sciences and complemented by
distinctive professional and graduate
programs.
We integrate learning across the
disciplines and put knowledge into
practice, thus preparing students to be
global citizens and informed leaders
motivated by concern for the common
good.
We foster respect for human
differences, passion for a life of
learning, personal integrity, and an
ethic of work and service.

Elon is not just a wonderful institution for students, but also for staff members.
There are endless opportunities to grow personally and professionally through
advising student organizations, participating in an alternative break programs,
attending workshops, or collaborating with staff and faculty across the university.

Among Elons greatest assets are its strong community

and sense of common purpose in making a positive impact
in our world.
President Leo M. Lambert
FAST FACTS ABOUT ELON
Location: Elon, North Carolina
Founded: 1889
Size of campus: 620 acres
Colors: Maroon & Gold
Mascot: The Phoenix

Athletics
17 intercollegiate mens and womens
sports in NCAA Division I
18 intramural sports and 21 club
sports for men and women

Enrollment 2014-15
Undergraduate: 5,782
Graduate: 701
Total: 6,483
On-campus residents: 62%
Male/female ratio: 41%/59%
Ethnic diversity: 16%

Freshman admissions
2014-15 Applications: 10,443
Acceptance rate: 54%
SAT/ACT average: 1834/27
Academic GPA: 4.0

The Elon Experiences

Undergraduate Participation
Volunteer service 86%
Internships 86%
Study abroad 72%
Leadership 43%
Undergraduate research 22%

Academics
60+ majors
Full-time faculty: 402
Student/faculty ratio: 12/1
Average class size: 20
4-year graduation rate: 77%
6-year graduation rate: 81%
Freshman retention rate: 91%

2014-15 Cost
Tuition & fees: $31,247
Room & board: $10,667

DIVISION OF STUDENT LIFE

Mission Statement: The Division of Student Life provides premier, studentcentered services, programs, and experiences that assist students to integrate their
in-and-out-of-class learning, develop holistically, and be engaged and honorable
members of their communities.
2015-2020 Strategic Plan Themes:

City Park in Burlington, NC

Commitment to Student Success

Residential Campus Initiave
Inclusive Envrionment
Holistic Well-Being
Positive Social Change
World-Class Student Life Division

Organization Chart: Elon Division of Student Life Org Chart

My internship experience did not fit into one particular area of the Division;
instead, I was working closely with the Professional Development Committee
and the Office of the Vice President to accomplish my internship project.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

RESPONSIBILITIES
Raleigh, NC
LIVING IN ELON
Activities:
- Lake Mackintosh Park & Marina
- Burlington City Park
- Alamance Crossing Shopping
- Tanger Outlets
- University Athletic and Cultural
Events
- Farmers Markets
Driving Distances:
- 25 minutes to Greensboro, NC
- 1 hour to Raleigh, NC
- 3 hours to the beach or mountains

WORKING AT ELON: BENEFITS

Tuition Remission/Exchange
Free Athletic and Cultural Events
Library Access
Discount Opportunities
Long Term Disability
Vacation/Sick & Personal/Sick Leave
Insurance
- Dental
- Life/Dependent Life
- Health
- Vision
TIAA-CREF Retirement Plan
Wellness Program
Professional Development Opportunities

- Develop a definition of professional development for the division

- Research current trends in professional development for student affairs
- Conduct focus groups with student life staff members at Elon about their
current attitudes and feelings about professional development
- Collaborate with the Office of Leadership and Professional Development and
other resources on campus to uncover opportunities for staff
- Benchmark professional development opportunities at peer institutions
- Write a proposal (including a budget proposal) for the implementation of
professional development funding and opportunities

LEARNING GOALS BASED ON ACPA/NASPA

COMPETENCIES
- Construct basic surveys and other instruments with consultation
- Facilitate appropriate data collection for system/department-wide assessment
and evaluation efforts using up-to-date technology and methods
- Explain the values and processes that lead to organizational improvement
- Advocate for change within the division that would remove barriers to
student and staff success
- Share data used to inform key decisions in transparent and accessible ways
using appropriate technology

INSTITUTIONAL FIT
I think Elon University is an excellent fit for me and I will definitely consider
working at Elon after graduation. There is a strong sense of community on
campus, which is incredibly important to me; I think that can be attributed to the
caring faculty/staff, rich history of traditions, intentional mission and vision, and
strong leadership. I hope to work at an institution that focuses on the student
experience, and Elons commitment to engaged-learning embodies that.
Additionally, the size is perfect for me, because as a staff member you can truly
focus on your functional area while also getting the opportunity to collaborate
across the division.