The worldwide 鶹Ƶ community is invited to wear maroon and gold, make gifts and spread the word about 鶹Ƶ Day on social media.
the university’s annual day of giving, reaches the decade mark today.
On the 10th annual 鶹Ƶ Day on Tuesday, March 7, alumni, parents, students and friends are invited to make gifts of any size and show their pride by wearing 鶹Ƶ gear and using #鶹ƵDay on social media.
Since 鶹Ƶ Day began in 2014, it has inspired donors to give more than 40,000 gifts and $16 million in total. Collectively, these donors have provided millions of dollars in scholarships for students, as well as additional resources for the university’s academic schools, athletics programs, 鶹Ƶ Experiences like global study and internships, students organizations, and more.
This year, 鶹Ƶ Day also provides a special opportunity to honor the longstanding tradition of generosity within the 鶹Ƶ community. It’s a tradition that took root a century ago, when residents of Alamance County made donations to rebuild the campus after a devastating fire in 1923. The theme for 鶹Ƶ Day, “Rising to the Challenge,” ties to the year-long “Rising from the Ashes” initiative that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the fire.
As in years past, those who sign up as 鶹Ƶ Day Champions will help drive the momentum and success of the day. Each year, these volunteers encourage their own 鶹Ƶ networks to make gifts and spread the word about special giving incentives that will be offered to donors. Learn more here about this short-term volunteer role and new peer-to-peer fundraising pages available to champions for the first time.
鶹Ƶ Day will also include alumni events around the world, in addition to events held on campus for students, faculty and staff. Visit the 鶹Ƶ Day events page here or scroll below to see a full list of 鶹Ƶ Day events with times and locations.
Learn more about how you can participate in 鶹Ƶ Day at . You can also follow @elonuniversity on , and for exciting news and updates.
If you have questions, please email elonday@elon.edu or contact 1 (877) 784-ELON (3566).
Events for alumni
鶹Ƶ’s regional alumni chapters will host 鶹Ƶ Day events on Tuesday, March 7, in cities around the world. Invite your 鶹Ƶ friends in your city to join you and enjoy food, drinks, giveaways and more while celebrating what 鶹Ƶ has meant to you! See more information and registration links here.
On Campus Events
College Coffee
9:40–10:20 a.m.
Alumni Gym
Head to Alumni Gym for quality time with the community. Enjoy coffee, 鶹Ƶ-themed treats, and snap a selfie with the Phoenix. Don’t forget to spin the prize wheel for some great (and free!) 鶹Ƶ swag!
Pop-Up Student Lounge
12 – 4:30 p.m.
Young Commons
Stop by the Pop-Up Student Lounge in Young Commons to get in the 鶹Ƶ Day Spirit. The outdoor lounge will feature comfy chairs, music by student DJs, and a table hosted by Senior Class Giving to share what 鶹Ƶ Day is all about. The Oak Originals vendors will also be hosting pop-up shops for all to shop their products.
Let’s Taco ‘Bout Philanthropy
12 – 2 p.m.
Medallion Plaza
Stop by Medallion Plaza (near Lake Mary Nell) between classes to play a round of “Let’s Taco ‘Bout Philanthropy” and win a FREE taco! The Student Union Board will also be hosting an 鶹Ƶ Day Student Celebration with a make-your-own-sticker table, caricature artist, photo booth, music and Pelican’s Snoballs!
Senior Toast
7:30 – 9 p.m.
Great Hall
All seniors are invited to toast to 鶹Ƶ and the Class of 2023 in the Great Hall. While all seniors are invited, you must be over the age of 21 to receive a glass of champagne. PLUS senior donors will take home a commemorative 鶹Ƶ champagne flute.
Swag Wagons
Keep an eye out for 鶹Ƶ Day Swag Wagons traveling around campus in between classes. Answer questions about 鶹Ƶ Day and select some 鶹Ƶ swag from the wagons!
Evening College Coffee
10 – 11 p.m.
Koury Concourse
We’re excited to offer an Evening College Coffee for employees who work evenings/nights, as well as students! Join us for special 鶹Ƶ-themed refreshments, as well as awesome giveaways to enjoy with your colleagues.