Elon University's Student-Athlete Support Services strives to promote academic growth and personal development by providing a comprehensive network of resources and support for student-athletes throughout their career at Elon. Assisting individuals to balance their academic and athletic demands, all student-athletes (scholarship and non-scholarship) have access to a wide variety of programs and services, including:
Student Resources
Student-Athlete Support Services also offers a broad range of opportunities designed to enhance the Elon experience, including community service projects, informative workshops, and motivational speakers. These opportunities are e-mailed to the students throughout the year. In addition, the Student-Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC) provides leadership opportunities that foster student-athletes' growth as holistic individuals.
The Student-Athlete Handbook
The Student-Athlete Handbook contains vital information to students' success at Elon. Academic, Communications, Financial, Compliance, Conduct, Behavioral Health, Drug Testing, Athletic Training Services, Sports Information, and the Phoenix Club information can be found in this handbook.
Elon University Student Handbook
The Elon University Student Handbook is a publication of the Division of Student Life. The Student Handbook contains critical information associated with student conduct as well as information regarding campus policies and regulations. The Student Handbook also contains helpful information and links to information regarding campus resources and student life, student organizations, student services, and campus events.
CHAMPS/Life Skills- Challenging Athletes' Minds for Personal Success
Elon University became a participating institution in the CHAMPS Life Skills program in 1998. The educational program was created by the NCAA to support the student development initiatives of member institutions and to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the University setting. Recognizing the needs and demands unique to student-athletes, the program offers a wide variety of experiences supporting Elon's commitment to Academic Excellence, Athletic Excellence, Personal Development, Career Development, and Service.
Laptop Computer Checkout Policy
Laptop computers are available for student-athletes to checkout when traveling to an away competition. Student-athletes wishing to sign out a computer must do so from the Director of Academic Progress.
Orientation
All new student-athletes will attend a one-day orientation through the Department of Athletics. There, issues regarding athletic eligibility and being successful at Elon will be discussed.
