Connie Book, “Elon University Update”

Connie Book, President of Elon University

"Elon University Update"

Dr. Connie Ledoux Book is a passionate advocate for the power of higher education to transform students’ lives. She spent 16 years as a faculty member and administrative leader at Elon University, helping build the institution’s national reputation for excellence in engaged learning. In 2015, she became the first female provost and chief academic officer at The Citadel in South Carolina. She returned to Elon as president in 2018, bringing a deep appreciation for the university’s rich history and bold trajectory.

Since then, President Book has led the creation of the Boldly Elon strategic plan, a 10-year vision launched in 2020 that advances Elon’s national leadership in experiential education, mentoring, and student success. Under her leadership, Elon has launched innovative academic programs, expanded its focus on health and wellness, and invested in inclusive excellence and alumni engagement. She has overseen the creation of the Innovation Quad for engineering and sciences, and in 2024, led the establishment of a new Elon campus in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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