During one of Hogan’s sessions on Jan. 21, the dancers hopped across the floor as Hogan instructed them to act like the floor was burning hot. They continued moving in slow motion as if on the moon and then danced to their favorite colors.

“Everything in majorette is a pose, the bigger the better” Hogan said, expressing that confidence is key to majorette dancing.

Burst the Bubble sessions are free, student-led, non-credit sessions during ������Ƶ’s Winter Term where students who have a talent, interest, or skill share their knowledge with their peers. In the course, Hogan reflected on her dance experience, not only in majorette but also ballet. She shared that majorette has influences from ballet, Latin American moves, and even drag.

“From my background and experiences in teaching majorette, I wanted to do a class that is new to ������Ƶ,” Hogan said. “I know majorette is not (common at) the school, so I wanted to flip the switch”

During Hogan’s session, dancers learned a series of “walks and rocks,” which are beginning steps used to get dancers onto their stage before the actual performance. Focusing on hips, shoulders, and hand shape, dancers were told to “be big and fill the audience with your body”.

Before gaining popularity in the American South, the original majorettes were carnival dancers known for bright costumes and twirling batons. This dance style soon started to incorporate jazz, ballet, hip-hop, burlesque, kick lines, and much more to keep their audience’s attention while still maintaining the traditions of the dance style. The Alcorn State University Golden Girls were the first HBCU (Historically Black College or University) majorette team, first appearing in the 1968 Orange Blossom Classic in Miami, Florida with their iconic gold boots.

������Ƶ founded its first majorette team, The Divine Embers in 2024. Their goal is to “give students, especially minorities, a place to feel comfortable to express themselves through dance and service.”

The science of film

Science fiction movies often combine what we know as real with what we wish was real. Nivea Walker ’27 took her class on a journey from aliens to a pandemic and weaponized children in “Science Through Film,” a Burst the Bubble session focused on explaining the science of film plots. Participants in the session watched the movie “The 5th Wave” to see the possibility of the events in this movie happening.

Students commented on the COVID-19 pandemic being very similar to that in the movie, comparing the masks, outdoor testing sites, and public confusion on what to do. However, plot points like aliens taking full control of the United States military without any mention of what happened to the original military were less believable to the class.

“Sci-fi movies make you realize that you are just one person on a small planet in a giant space that is infinite,” said Jaylasha Starks ’28. “Like you look at your hands and realize you are alive, the people around you are alive and the world is just spinning.”

So far, the initiative has not only inspired students, but also proved to be a beneficial experience for Maker Hub consultants like Anna Altmann ’23 and Jakob Reuter ’23, who are among the first students to lead sessions for the ������Ƶ makerspace.

“I wanted to teach the class because I love the Maker Hub and wanted to help share it with others who were curious and enthusiastic about making,” Altmann said. “Also, being around people who are brainstorming helps me get creative with my own projects, and I wanted to be in that kind of atmosphere.”

Reuter echoed the same sentiment. His motivation was rooted in “the freedom Anna and I had to be creative while thinking of ways to make a class that was worth coming to,” he said.

Burst the Bubble experiences��were strategically structured as a three-part series to engage students and maximize maker experiences. In order to create a meaningful project, Altmann and Reuter knew students should first develop a strong foundational understanding of the resources available at the Maker Hub.

“In the first class, we gave a presentation that showed what resources, tools and machinery the Maker Hub has to offer,” Reuter said.

Going a step further, Altmann and Reuter then shared examples of projects previously made in the Maker Hub by students and other members of the university community. With a better understanding of available resources and sample projects, students are more knowledgeable and equipped to begin what many see as a daunting task — the brainstorming phase.

“We gave them time to brainstorm and construct a project that they would work on in the following classes,” which were devoted to student projects, Reuter said. “Everyone shared their ideas with each other.” Each class session included tailored instruction that was based on the interests of participating students. Help and advice was offered as need.

“We also offered about 15 minutes for all students to give updates to the class about each project,” Altmann said.

There was definitely passion and purpose behind every creation, Reuter said.

“One student, a senior and the primary beekeeper on campus, made a box called a bait hive, or a swarm trap, that attracts new bees in hopes of catching more for her hives,” he said. “Another student learned how to 3D-print and made an intricately designed piggy bank. One student created a laser-engraved map, while another created a laser-engraved graduation gift that featured LEDs illuminating behind it.”

The Burst the Bubble experience pushed students outside of their comfort zones as they learned new skills through innovation, inspired and were inspired by new friends and explored their passions.

“These programs help students reach a wider audience than they might normally have in their social circle,” said Dean of Student Development Jodean Schmiederer. “They really help to build community around something where there’s a personal connection and a passion around the subject.”

Any student is able to facilitate or participate in a session. The programs are funded by the Division of Student Life, and students receive a small budget to purchase supplies for their program, such as cooking ingredients or scrapbooking material.

Addie Holden ‘23 was inspired to lead “Bullet Journaling Your Way: Creating a Personalized Planner or Memory Book.” Participants received the essential materials and skills to start their own bullet journals, which combine art and planning together into a unique diary.

“I want to get students excited about bullet journaling and give them the resources and the time to get started,” Holden said. “If you are not an artist, it can be daunting. I wanted to bring together people interested in bullet journaling, especially if they have wanted to try but never committed.”

Holden, who had attended “Burst the Bubble” sessions in previous years, enjoyed sharing her passion with her peers. In her weekly session, she shared scrapbooking techniques and handwriting styles that she had learned from websites such as Pinterest and Youtube. Her program also allotted time for students to work on their journaling and put pen to paper.

While the ������Ƶ Student Involvement screens each program for safety, there is no other faculty or staff involvement in leading the sessions. These programs do not include homework, tests, outside assignments, or grades.

“We’re not bumping into people like we used to,” said Schmiederer. “I know our newer students were struggling to find connections, and our upperclassmen were missing their usual social routine. This provides a great opportunity to come together.”

While a few sessions took place virtually, most were held in person. Program sizes were decreased to allow for physical distancing. Participants sat at least six feet apart and were masked the entire time, but students were grateful to have an opportunity to make new connections in person.

Emma Bassett ‘21 designed a program called “EMURGE: Come into Your Life with Persistence and Passion,” where she encouraged students to invest more in themselves. Each week, Bassett led discussions and activities that promoted self-reflection, gratitude, and planning.

“������Ƶ students are creative, they have passions, and I want to learn about how they involve these in their daily life, or help them to do so if they weren’t,” said Bassett, when explaining the inspiration behind EMURGE.�� “I also thought that students could benefit from a reminder to put themselves first, to ultimately find the areas where they can add more of what they enjoy to their life.”

Bassett enjoys motivating others and was enthusiastic to incorporate her passions into her program. She wanted her peers to be able to tap into their freedoms and become more aware of what they could each accomplish.

“I would tell other students that they should absolutely participate in a program because there is nothing to lose, and always something to gain,” said Bassett.

More information about this year’s Burst the Bubble offerings and a full list of past programs can be found here.

Events both in-person and online are organized around one or more the term’s four themes:�� health, multicultural engagement, media and politics. Among the events is the series of WInterfaith lunch discussions, held virtually this year. A panel focused on the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy will kick off the series on Tuesday, Jan. 19, with more details and the opportunity to register available . Other events include Winter Term trivia and a Red Cross blood drive on Jan. 20, a virtual performance by the Phoenix Piano Trio on Jan. 24, a presentation by the Department of Performing Arts of “Beast Mode Champion” on Jan. 28 and the expressive arts workshop SoulCollage on Jan. 29.

Along with several events honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., throughout the month of January, the ������Ƶ community will have the opportunity to hear from Deena Hayes-Greene, the co-founder and managing director of the Racial Equity Institute and chair of the Guilford County Board of Education. For the Marthy Luther King Jr. Commemorative Address, Hayes-Greene will participate in a discussion with Vice President and Associate Provost for Inclusive Excellence Randy Williams and Stephanie Baker, assistant professor of public health studies. That discussion will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be available at .

Additionally, a series of free, student-led, non-credit sessions are available through the annual Burst the Bubble series. These sessions are designed and led by students as ways to share a talent, interest or skill.��Typically a Burst the Bubble program meets three times – once a week – for an hour each time. Burst the Bubble programs are offered during Winter Term and are open to all students at ������Ƶ.

Winter Term 2021 Events

Jeremy Bolen, “Slow Pause”

Monday, January 11 – Friday, February 12
Art installation, Gallery 406, Arts West

Jeremy Bolen’s exhibition features a collection of images, videos, hybrid objects and sculptures that explore human and non-human interaction with the invisible. During this time when all are intimately dealing with a pandemic, issues of what can and can’t be perceived have become paramount. Using the resources and archives of several scientific institutions including Yerkes Observatory in Williams Bay, Wisconsin and Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, as well as makeshift seismographs and early writings on climate change, “Slow Pause” incorporates unique, material-based, site-specific recordings to explore modes of understanding the unseen and how our patterns of movement impact the world in which we live. Much of Bolen’s work involves the invisible presence that remains from various scientific experiments and human interactions with the earth’s surface. His work has been exhibited widely at locations around the world. Bolen is assistant professor of photography at Georgia State University and a co-founder and co-organizer of the Deep Time Chicago collective. He is represented by Andrew Rafacz Gallery, Chicago.

Mindful Moments

Tuesday, January 12, and Tuesday, January 26
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

The term “mindfulness” is used quite often around campus…but what does “mindfulness” even mean?�� And even more importantly, what does it look like?�� this 30-minute drop-in workshop gets right down to business by teaching students concrete mindfulness skills to use while walking, interacting with others, eating, sleeping, or even breathing.

Counselor Christine Borzumato-Gainey will be leading Mindful Moments every other Tuesday, beginning in Winter Term.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

Tectonic Plates, Alamance County’s Science Café:
“COVID-19 vaccine: Is it safe for me?”

Tuesday, January 12
7 p.m.
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Learn cutting-edge science in a relaxed informal atmosphere without all the technical jargon. Programs are held on the second Tuesday of each month (September through May). In January, Jessica Merricks, ������Ƶ assistant professor of biology, will discuss COVID-19 vaccines.

Information is available at��.

Sleep: Applying Science to Snoozing Workshop

Thursday, January 14
11 a.m to noon

Too much or too little, sleep issues are a common stressor we will struggle with at some point in our life.�� This workshop is dedicated to finding out the areas that are making sleep difficult for students and methods to improve the overall quality and quantity of sleep.

Jeremy Bryant, LCMHC will walk students through a series of interactive and informative tasks to help them better understand their own sleeping patterns and areas for improvement.

Sponsored by the Counseling Services

Mindful Yoga

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In a typical yoga class, one would use their body to create poses in order to build strength, improve stamina, and practice balance. Mindful Yoga incorporates these practices into each class, but puts a heavier focus on linking body and mind.�� Classes use centering exercises, mindful focusing, and meditative calming to help participants to feel still, quiet, and at peace within oneself. Poses will be less strenuous than a typical yoga class, but will require some effort and consistent self-reflection will be used throughout each course.

Counselor Allison Agresti from Counseling Services will be the instructor for Mindful Yoga.

The Mindful Yoga Workshop will be provided via a series of videos uploaded to the counseling services website.�� Every few weeks, Agresti will create and upload a new video for students to watch on their own time.

Sponsored by the Counseling Services

WInterfaith

Tuesday, January 19, Wednesday, January 20, and Thursday, January 21
12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Virtual

Winterfaith been a partnership with ������Ƶ Community Church and the Truitt Center to educate the ������Ƶ community about different religious traditions over J-term. Traditionally, each week of Winter Term we would host a speaker from a different religious, spiritual, and/or philosophical tradition to give a short explanation of their worldview and gather for a meal. This year, we are moving the program to a virtual 3-day symposium the week of MLK day. The speakers would be over lunch (12:15-1:15) on Tuesday, Jan. 19, Wednesday, Jan. 20, and Thursday, Jan. 21, and on Zoom. Tuesday features an interfaith Panel on the Life and Legacy of MLK, Wednesday features a Hindu speaker, and Thursday a Native Saponi speaker will join us.

Register to Zoom at these links:

Tuesday, Jan. 19 ��(MLK Panel in collaboration with the CREDE and ABBSSS): Noon

• Register in advance for this meeting:

Wednesday, Jan. 20 (Hindu Perspective): 5 p.m.��(Note the change in time to avoid conflict with the Presidential Inauguration)

• Register in advance for this meeting:

Thursday, Jan 21 (Saponi Perspective): Noon

• Register in advance for this meeting:

Let us know if you’d like a meal at this link:

Sponsored by��������Ƶ Community Church and Truitt Center and CREDE

Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Address with Deena Hayes-Greene

Tuesday, January 19
7:30 p.m.
Virtual discussion available at��www.elon.edu/live

Deena A. Hayes-Greene is a racial equity consultant, trainer and community/institutional organizer whose work focuses on the impacts of race and racism on individuals, systems, institutions and organizations. Her work examines the impact of the broader environmental and social determinants of well-being and opportunity and the power analysis that guides institutions and organizations to dismantle racism.

Hayes-Greene is the co-founder and managing director of the Racial Equity Institute LLC, a minority-owned business based in Greensboro, North Carolina, focused on racial equity training and consulting throughout the United States. As a community leader, she has served on the Guilford County Board of Education since 2002 and as its chair since 2018. Her advocacy has challenged the school district to investigate the structural causes of the disparate outcomes of African American and other students of color as chair of the Achievement Gap Committee, the Historically Underutilized Business Advisory (HUB) Committee and the School Safety/Gang Education Committee. As chair of the HUB Advisory Committee, she illuminated the disparities in school construction and goods and services data and initiated efforts to examine institutional practices and systemic barriers.

Hayes-Greene is also the chair of the board of directors for the International Civil Rights Center and Museum and a judge for the Roddenbury Foundation. She is a member of the NC State DMC-RED Subcommittee (Disproportionate Minority Contact – Racial and Ethnic Disparities), Guilford Anti-Racism Alliance and the Ole Asheboro Street Neighborhood Association. She has also served on the Human Relations Committee for the City of Greensboro and the Guilford Gang Commission.

Use or Abuse?

Tuesday, January 19
2 to 3 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if your substance use is normal? Unsure if your roommate needs help for their drinking? This workshop provides overall education around the effects and risk factors of substance use, practical insight on reducing harm if you choose to use, how to talk to a friend about substance use concerns, and how to link yourself or a friend to appropriate assistance and services.

Counselor Allison Agresti with Counseling Services will present this workshop.

Sponsored by the Counseling Services

Winter Term Trivia

Wednesday, January 20
7 to 8 p.m.
Zoom – registration below

Residence Life will host a Winter Term-themed trivia night that is open to all students, faculty and staff. The event will take place on Zoom, and participants will answer questions about each of the four Winter Term themes — health, intercultural engagement, media and politics — among other topics.

Every trivia participant will be given a voucher for a free item on the coffee side of the Oak House. The first and second place winners will receive Visa gift cards, and the third place finisher will receive an Oak House branded glass.

If you’re interested in participating, please RSVP here: .

Sponsored by Residence Life

MLK Days of Service: Habitat for Humanity Build

Wednesday, January 20, Thursday, January 21, and Friday, January 22
7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.��
A Habitat home in Burlington; address to be provided upon registration

Join us for a Habitat build as part of the MLK Day(s) of Service this January 20th, 21st, and/or 22nd. Build shifts are from 8-11:30am but transportation will be provided to and from the service site so the full service shift is from 7:30am-noon. No construction experience needed. Sign up can be found on .

Sponsored by��Kernodle Center for Civic Life, Habitat for Humanity

Presidential Inauguration Watch Event

Wednesday, January 20
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Virtual

The ������Ƶ community will watch history unfold with the inauguration of Joe Biden as the 46th president of the United States. In lieu of a campus-wide gathering, students are encouraged to watch the event with a roommate.

Sponsored by��Kernodle Center for Civic Life, ������Ƶ Votes!, and Council on Civic Engagement

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, January 20
12:30 to 6 p.m.
PARC Gym

The top priority of the American Red Cross is the safety of their donors, volunteers, employees and blood recipients and are committed to transparency with the American public during this public health pandemic. The American Red Cross have also outlined a list of COVID-19 safety protocols they have created to successfully give blood during this time.

To sign-up to donate, visit this link: Once at the link, click “See Times” and then select an appointment time.

Sponsored by��Kernodle Center for Civic Life

Stress Reset

Thursday, January 21
10 to 11 a.m

Experiencing stress and anxiety is a natural process, but too much stress can lead to problems.�� Extreme stress can cause students to lose sleep, feel unmotivated for class, forget important events, or even not want to be around friends and family.

Counselor Jeremy Bryant with Counseling Services will help participants in this workshop understand how stress and anxiety are created, how they impact a student’s life, and what can be done to decrease stress in your own life. Students will leave this workshop with many tangible skills to combat stress.

Sponsored by the Counseling Services

Building Resiliency: Coping Through Chaos

Friday, January 22
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Dealing with distress is difficult and it can be hard to know how to cope.�� Many times we either get overwhelmed by powerful emotions or find harmful ways to cope.

Counselor Carnice Covert with Counseling Services will lead this workshop where students will practice a variety of mindfulness techniques and coping strategies in order to find which skills best fit for them. At the end of the workshop, students will walk away with a variety of coping skills that they can implement as they move forward in the semester and beyond.

Sponsored by the Counseling Services

Loss and Support Group

Friday, January 22
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Numen Lumen Room 201

This support group is open to any current ������Ƶ student who is coping with the loss of a loved one and feels that they could benefit from the support from others who have experienced the same.

University Chaplain Rev. Dr. Jan Fuller and Counselor Mark P. Eades will lead this support group.��Please contact Chaplain Fuller for more information or to be added to our listserv.

Sponsored by Counseling Services and Truitt Center

Mental Health First Aid Certification

Saturday, January 23 and Sunday, January 24
3 to 5:30 p.m.
(need to both to complete)
Virtual – information will be sent to attendees

Just as CPR helps you assist an individual having a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid helps you assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use-related crisis. In the Mental Health First Aid course, you learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health and addiction concerns, strategies for how to help someone in both crisis and non-crisis situations, and where to turn for help.
Learn more about the course here:

Completing the program will result in a three-year certificate. These virtual sessions have required pre-work to complete in advance.

RVSP for the event on PhoenixCONNECT (just search ‘Mental Health First Aid’).

Contact Evan Small (esmall@elon.edu) with questions or for more information.

Sponsored by��Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning

Phoenix Piano Trio presents
“Happy Belated Birthday Beethoven”

Sunday, January 24
3 p.m.
Virtual performance from Whitley Auditorium available on Facebook Live

To commemorate the birthday of Ludwig van Beethoven, the Phoenix Piano Trio will perform a recital of works by the admired German composer and pianist.

Food Insecurity in our Community (& How you can Help!) Panel

Monday, January 25
12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

In an attempt to raise awareness of food insecurity in our community and engage students/campus to get involved to meet the need (including by donating to a J-term food drive), this panel will bring together community partners from Allied Churches, Salvation Army, and Second Harvest Food Bank to share about their organizations, the impact of Covid, and how people can help; zoom registration will be available soon.

Sponsored by��Kernodle Center for Civic Life, Campus Kitchen, Service LLC, Challah for Hunger

Quieting the Inner Critic

Tuesday, January 26
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

As the saying goes, sometimes we can be our own worst critic. Often times we can get caught up in the negative self-talk that often leaves us discouraged. In this workshop, students practice how to turn their attention away from distracting thoughts and towards more positive and empowering thoughts.

Counselor Carnice Covert with Counseling Services will be conducting this workshop as she helps students to identify troublesome thoughts and replace them with more helpful strategies.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

Life after Loss: Supporting Self and Others

Tuesday, January 26
4:15 to 5:15 p.m.

Loss can be a painful and sometimes unexpected experience; and when loss happens, understanding how to cope with it can be stressful, confusing, draining, and often times painful.

Counselor Mark Eades with Counseling Services and University Chaplain Rev. Dr. Janet Fuller will show participants in this workshop some typical ways that individuals experience loss emotionally, physically, and mentally, ways in which loss can affect a person’s life, and what can be done to help someone accept loss and re-engage in their life.�� Whether you are someone experiencing loss yourself or know someone who has experienced a loss and would like to learn how to support them, this workshop is for you.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

Department of Performing Arts presents “Beast Mode Champion”

Thursday, January 28
7:30 p.m.
Virtual performance available for a three-week run at

Directed by Kirby Wahl

“Beast Mode Champion” is a high-octane rock musical set in the sweaty and hilarious world of professional wrestling. The show, slamming to life in and around the wrestling ring, plumbs the murky depths of masculinity, identity and performance through a team of unlikely heroes, thrust into the arena of pro wrestling in search of power, fame and love. “Beast Mode Champion” is receiving its workshop premiere at ������Ƶ, after being developed at the Graduate Musical Theatre Writing program at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts by Dan Gibson ’10 and Alex Higgin-Houser.

SoulCollage (an expressive arts workshop)

Friday, January 29
4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
to register

Talking is often what people think of when they imagine engaging in counseling, but creative expression can open up a whole new level of understanding that words aren’t able to capture. SoulCollage is a creative process of making cards using visual images to represent different aspects of yourself, your community, and other important influences in your life. While there are many facets of SoulCollage, in this outreach we focus on using the process as a tool to invite self-reflection, intuition and insight. Watch this short video to learn more about SoulCollage then sign up for one our live online group meetings to connect with others through SoulCollage.

To learn more about SoulCollage, click .

To��Register for this workshop, please click .�� There will be a maximum of five students permitted to attend.�� Students are accepted on a first come, first served basis.��You MUST register in order to be able to participate.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

For Caren Aveldanez ’20, Burst the Bubble offered the chance for her to support mentoring for local high school girls.

“I thought this would be a good opportunity to create a program where I could bring a bunch of girls from ������Ƶ to create a support group and kind of work with the high school girls,”��Aveldanez said.

Aveldanez created a program called��“Dreaming of the Future: Supporting the Women of Tomorrow,” and with facilitation help from Fiona Zahm ’20 and Joyce Llopis-Martell ’21, the program has brought together a group of ������Ƶ students to the twice a week to spend time with and mentor high school girls.

“In my interaction with the girls, they talked about a lot of different issues that they were facing – a lack of confidence, a lack of positivity and a lack of support in their lives,” said Aveldanez, who has volunteered at the Dream Center since Winter Term 2019.��“I wanted to bring in people from the outside to help break down these stereotypes, expectations and perceptions that these young women have.”

In Aveldanez’s program, ������Ƶ students discuss a wide range of issues with the high school participants while both groups help each other find and embrace their identities, set goals and create a supportive community. The group’s first meeting consisted of icebreakers, stories and discussions about goals and expectations for their time together.��Each person signed a poster that listed guidelines for the group that reminded everyone to always show respect and to listen, and most of all, “love ourselves and others.”

Aveldanez’s program comes from her passion for the Dream Center, which offers an after-school program for children with low socioeconomic backgrounds in Burlington, North Carolina. Now she is sharing that passion with her peers through Burst the Bubble.

“I just kind of like bonding the two groups and building a community of empowered women that come from so many different backgrounds,” Aveldanez said. “I thought it would be a really good thing to do.”

“Dreaming of the Future” is one of 15 programs offered during Burst the Bubble 2020. The programs do not include homework, tests, outside assignments or grades. The experiences are completely student-designed and facilitated. Programs range from an introduction to the fantasy role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons to lessons in music from around the world.

Austin Hays ’21 designed a program that uses cuisine to teach students about world cultures. In “A Global Kitchen: Cooking Dishes from Around the World,” he hosts cooking classes in the LaRose Student Commons kitchen that focus on the techniques behind and the history of the dishes students create. In a recent session, Hays taught the group to make dumplings, a food he came to appreciate while studying abroad in Beijing, China.

“All the places I’ve had the opportunity to travel to, even if you can’t share the language or you don’t have a lot in common with someone, you can sit down with them and share a bowl of noodles or whatever it is, wherever you are in the world,” Hays said. “You can become close, and you can understand that person’s food, their cuisine, and it’s all so tied with culture that it’s really a learning opportunity.”

Any student can facilitate or participate in one of the Student Life-funded programs, which have been offered each Winter Term since 2007.

“I think it’s something that’s meaningful to the students who participate,” said Cole Moore, assistant to the vice president for student life and director of student life assessment and planning. “It’s not a long-term commitment to something. Rather, it’s a light-touch experience that helps them get out of the bubble they’ve been living in.”

That is exactly what Aveldanez hopes to accomplish as she and her fellow ������Ƶ students provide mentorship to high school girls at the Dream Center. She says she is grateful for the opportunity to give back to the community while knowing she has the support of the university behind her.

“I think Burst the Bubble is a really cool way that ������Ƶ keeps students involved over Winter Term,” Aveldanez said. “It’s a really good experience being put in a leadership position where I’m the one creating the course, I’m deciding what time to meet, I’m the one planning and coordinating with the program that I wanted to partner with.”

To learn more about Burst the Bubble or to see a full list of past programs, click here.

Each Winter Term opportunity focuses on four themes: Health, Intercultural Engagement, Media and Politics. The events range from short-term, study-away programs to engaging student-led courses through ������Ƶ’s “Burst the Bubble” program. Classes begin on campus on Friday, Jan. 3, with the term concluding on Jan. 24.

More than 1,000 students, faculty and staff are participating in programs away from campus this January, including 609 students participating in Global Education Center programs and 297 students participating in Fellows and Graduate programs.

The month’s on-campus events include the wInterfaith Luncheon Series in which Professor of History Charles Irons will examine the intersection of faith and social justice in the ongoing struggle for civil rights. Students are also invited on a cultural excursion to the International Civil Rights Center and Museum, in Greensboro, N.C., and the Department of Performing Arts will present the off-Broadway hit “The Wolves,” written by Sarah DeLappe.

Along with several events honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., throughout the month of January, the ������Ƶ community will have the opportunity to hear a lecture from Sonia Manzano, the voice of Sesame Street’s “Maria,” as a part of the ������Ƶ Speaker Series. Manzano will deliver a speech titled “Multi-Racial Latinos & the Civil Rights Movement” during the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Address on Jan. 14. For more information about the upcoming lecture, click here.

The full list of events for Winter Term 2020 can be found below.

Spanish Conversation Classes

Monday, Jan. 6
Carlton 114, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Free Spanish Conversation classes to learn about the language and exercise cultural humility and dialogue while exploring questions on racial heritage, social identities and intersectionalities, breaking stereotypes and prejudices about Latinx/Hispanic cultures.

Sponsored by El Centro de��Español

Martin Luther King Jr. Coffee- The American Dream

Monday, Jan. 6
McKinnon Hall, Moseley Student Center, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

������Ƶ’s Residential Dining and Campus Engagement in partnership with the Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education (CREDE) will be sponsoring a special “The American Dream” community gathering. In the spirit of College Coffee, we invite the campus community to attend and commemorate the life and legacy of one of the world’s most inspiring civil rights leaders. This year’s gathering will include remarks and an activity lead by student leaders in the CREDE. Contact Brandon bell at��bbell5@elon.edu��for more information.

This program aligns with the “Learn” and “Engage” pathways in the 2020 MLK Jr. Calendar of Events.

Sponsored by The Center Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education, Residential Campus Dining and Engagement

Martin Luther King Jr. Global Neighborhood Film Screening: “I Am Not Your Negro”

Tuesday, Jan. 7
Global Commons, Global Media Room 103, 6:30��p.m. to 8 p.m.

“I Am Not Your Negro” envisions the book James Baldwin never finished, a radical narration about race in America, using the writer’s original words, as read by actor Samuel L. Jackson. Alongside a flood of rich archival material, the film draws upon Baldwin’s notes on the lives and assassinations of Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. to explore and bring a fresh and radical perspective to the current racial narrative in America. Raoul Peck’s Oscar-nominated documentary is a journey into black history that connects the past of the Civil Rights movement to the present of #BlackLivesMatter. It is a film that questions black representation in Hollywood and beyond. And, ultimately, by confronting the deeper connections between the lives and assassination of these three leaders, Baldwin and Peck have produced a work that challenges the very definition of what America stands for.

Sponsored by��The Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education, Global Neighborhood, Housing and Residence Life

Stress Reset

Wednesday, Jan. 8
Moseley 105A (The Ward Octagon Room)��11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Experiencing stress and anxiety is a natural process, but too much stress can lead to problems.�� Extreme stress can cause students to lose sleep, feel unmotivated for class, forget important events, or even not want to be around friends and family.

Jeremy Bryant M.Ed., LPC in this workshop will help participants to understand how stress and anxiety are created, how they impact a student’s life, and what can be done to decrease stress in your own life.�� Students will leave this workshop with many tangible skills to combat stress.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

Winter Term Trivia

Wednesday, Jan. 8
Oak House, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The Oaks, Colonnades, Danieley Center and Station at Mill Point neighborhoods will host a Winter Term-themed trivia night at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8 at Oak House. The six-round event will feature questions related to the four pillars of the Winter Term theme. Teams of 2-4 people may participate, and prizes will be awarded to the teams that finish first, second and third. All trivia participants will be given one free coffee-side drink. Students are encouraged to invite faculty/staff to join their teams.

Sponsored by Oaks��Neighborhood, Colonnades Neighborhood, Danieley Center Neighborhood, and Station at Mill Point Neighborhood

“Circle of Hope”- Discussion about Inclusive Pedagogies

Thursday, Jan. 9
Moseley 215, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In his work, Martin Luther King Jr. combined hope for a better future with a willingness to confront the unjust realities of the present and past. In this “Circle of Hope” discussion, faculty panelists will share how and why they focus on diversity, equity and inclusion in their courses, as a similar act of hope, despite challenges. Three panelists from a variety of disciplines will share strategies they have used to create more inclusive and accessible courses, from decisions about course design and course framing to everyday pedagogical strategies. Participants will discuss ways we might actively create more inclusive classrooms as an act of hope for a more equitable future for our students and ourselves and as a way to promote learning and growth – our own and our students’—about human diversity and interdependence.

Sponsored by��Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education

My Business is Nach’Yo Business

Thursday, Jan. 9
Moseley Student Center Kitchen, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Join the Gender & LGBTQIA Center for National Stalking Awareness Month. Learn statistics, warning signs, and ways to support stalking survivors all in the company of a free nacho bar! SafeLine will give information on ������Ƶ-specific resources.

Sponsored by the Gender and LGBTQIA Center and Center for Equity and Inclusive Excellence

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Project

Friday, Jan. 10
Habitat for Humanity House – Burlington, N.C., 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Join ������Ƶ Volunteers! for a service project with Habitat for Humanity as part of MLK month activities. Volunteers will contribute with hands-on work at this year’s ������Ƶ sponsored Habitat for Humanity house in Burlington. The shift will last from 8 to 11:30 a.m. and transportation will be provided.������to register.

Sponsored by��The Kernodle Center for Service Learning and Community Engagement

Pelis on Fridays

Friday, Jan. 10
Carlton 114, Noon to 2 p.m.

Learning? With Netflix!? Learn Spanish while watching Spanish speaking movies, with English subtitles. Immerse yourself in Spanish speaking cultures while breaking stereotypes.

Sponsored by��El Centro de Español

EDIT-A-Thon for Social Justice

Sunday, Jan. 12
Belk Library 113, 11 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Join friends in Belk Library for a Wikipedia Edit-a-thon! Enjoy pizza and snacks while you learn about editing Wikipedia and contribute to improving Black history representation and sources on Wikipedia. Free food from Mellow Mushroom will be served!

Sponsored by��Carol Grotnes Belk Library, the Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education

Martin Luther King Jr. Collegiate Oratorical Contest

Monday, Jan. 13
Irazu Coffee Shop, Moseley Student Center, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

The Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education in partnership with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and the Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. are thrilled to host the MLK Jr. Collegiate Oratorical Contest. Interested collegians can acquire the prompt and register to participate in the contest . Those seeking to compete in the oratorical contest must register by Wednesday, Jan. 6 at 5 p.m. We invite the campus community to attend the oratorical presentations from our students. Contact Brandon Bell at��bbell5@elon.edu��for more information.

This program aligns with the “Engage” and “Express” pathways in the 2020 MLK Jr. Calendar of Events.

Sponsored by��The Center Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education, Alpha Phi Alpha, Fraternity, Inc. and Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc.

Building Resiliency: Coping Through Chaos

Tuesday, Jan. 14
Koenigsburger Room 125, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Dealing with distress is difficult and it can be hard to know how to cope.�� Many times we either get overwhelmed by powerful emotions or find harmful ways to cope.

Clinical psychologist Carnice Covert will lead this workshop where students will practice a variety of mindfulness techniques and coping strategies in order to find which skills best fit for them.�� At the end of the workshop, students will walk away with a variety of coping skills that they can implement as they move forward in the semester and beyond.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

Life After Loss: Supporting Self and Others

Tuesday, Jan. 14
Numen Lumen Pavilion Room 201, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Loss can be a painful and sometimes unexpected experience; and when loss happens, understanding how to cope with it can be stressful, confusing, draining, and often times painful.

Counselor Mark Eades and University Chaplain Jan Fuller will show participants in this workshop some typical ways that individuals experience loss emotionally, physically and mentally, ways in which loss can affect a person’s life, and what can be done to help someone accept loss and re-engage in their life. Whether you are someone experiencing loss yourself or know someone who has experienced a loss and would like to learn how to support them, this workshop is for you.

Sponsored by Counseling Services and��Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life

Sonia Manzano, “Multi-Racial Latinos & Civil Rights Movement”��2020 Martin Luther

King Jr. Commemorative Lecture
Tuesday, Jan. 14
McCrary Theatre, Center for the Arts, 6 p.m.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Address

For more than 30 years, Sonia Manzano inspired, educated and delighted children and families as “Maria” on Sesame Street. Throughout her career, Manzano broke ground as one of the first Hispanic characters on national television, and she continues to contribute to enriching diversity on television, on the stage and in the educational realm. A first-generation American of Latin descent, she overcame countless obstacles to become one of the most influential Latinas on television.

Admission: $15 or ������Ƶ ID. Tickets now available at the Center for the Arts Box Office. For ticket information, call (336) 278-5610.

Tectonic Plates – Alamance County’s Science Café: Electronic cigarettes – more than smoke and mirrors

Tuesday, Jan. 14
Fat Frogg Bar & Grill, 7 p.m.

Learn cutting edge science in a relaxed informal atmosphere without all the technical jargon. Programs held on the second Tuesday of each month (September through May). In January, Mary Gillett, Regional Tobacco Prevention Manager for Guilford County Public Health will speak on electronic cigarettes.

KORU: Mindful Meditation

KORU #1:�� Jan. 14, 16, 21, and 23, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
KORU #2:����Jan. 14, 16, 21, and 23, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Oasis room in Numen Lumen Pavilion

What, exactly, is mindfulness? Basically, it is a state of intentional awareness in which the mind is fully attending to what’s happening, to what you’re doing and thinking, and to the space around you. Seems simple, yet we so often mentally veer from the matter at hand. Our mind gets distracted, we lose touch with our body, and pretty soon we’re engrossed in obsessive thoughts about something that just happened or fretting about the future. And that makes us anxious or depressed and often overwhelmed.�� KORU is a structured meditation workshop that helps students to connect with their thoughts, emotions, and actions in order to help restructure your life in an intentional and meaningful way.

This workshop consists of four sessions that will be held twice during the semester.

Students must��commit to attending all four sessions and to practicing Mindfulness 10-20 minutes each day. All ������Ƶ students��are welcome to sign up. The Workshops are based on the Koru Mindfulness program developed at Duke��University. This is an evidence-based program proven to help students better manage stress and anxiety,��improve sleep, and increase compassion for self and others. Students will learn different mindfulness skills��within a small group format so students can encourage and learn from one another.

To register for this workshop, .

Sleep:�� Applying Science to Snoozing

Wednesday, Jan. 15
Moseley 105A (The Octagon Room), 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Too much or too little, sleep issues are a common stressor we will struggle with at some point in our life. This workshop is dedicated to finding areas that are making sleep difficult for students and methods to improve the overall quality and quantity of sleep.

Counselor Jeremy Bryant will walk students through a series of interactive and informative tasks to help them better understand their own sleeping patterns and areas for improvement.

Sponsored by the Counseling Services

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, Jan. 15
Moseley Student Center, 12:30 to 6 p.m.

The American Red Cross will return to ������Ƶ for the January Blood Drive.�� Information about how to sign-up will be available soon.�� Email��elonvols@elon.edu��if you would like to be put on our list to be notified about how to sign-up.

Sponsored by Kernodle Center

“Visual Autonomy / Gazing Otherwise. Alternative visualities in the Americas” – a conversation with Miguel Rojas Sotelo

Wednesday, Jan. 15
Turner Theatre, 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Rojas Sotelo is the director of the North Carolina Latin American Film Festival and will discuss the festival’s trajectory as well as his impressions on Contemporary Latin American Cinema. The event will also feature a screening and discussion of “Ixcanul” (Guatemala, Dir. Jairo Bustamante, 2016).��Free admission and open to the public.

Sponsored by��CATL, Belk Library, Latin American Studies

The Human Library Project

Thursday, Jan. 16
Belk�� Library, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Human Library Project is designed to create understanding and dialogue across people. Individuals volunteer as “Human Books” and attendees “check out the book,” through one-on-one conversations with the Human Books and shared experiences.�� Human Book volunteers represent diverse walks of life and identities across race, religion, family background, sexual orientation, gender, profession, hobbies, class, disability, skill set, and additional aspects of what it means to be human!��������Ƶ students, faculty, and staff are welcome (arrangements can be made to bring entire classes).

To participate or for more information email Patrick Rudd – prudd@elon.edu, Annabel Bunton – abunton@elon.edu, or James Holsinger – jholsinger@elon.edu.

Sponsored by Belk Library, Koenigsberger Learning Center, Residence Life, and the Center for Equity and Inclusive Excellence.

Inclusive Teaching in STEM Disciplines

Thursday, Jan. 16
Moseley 215, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Despite extensive nationwide concerns about the demographics of STEM disciplines, students of color, women, and other student populations continue to enroll in and graduate from most STEM majors at substantially lower levels than many other fields. How might we, as STEM faculty, take ownership of this problem, come to understand its relationship to systemic privilege embedded in dominant U.S. culture and institutions, and design courses in which students from traditionally underrepresented groups can and will succeed in parity with their peers? Join us for a reflective and generative conversation that explores these and other questions to help us map out faculty practice for inclusive student success in STEM.

Department of Performing Arts presents “The Wolves” – written by Sarah DeLappe

Saturday-Wednesday, Jan. 18-22
Tuesday-Saturday, Feb. 4-8
Roberts Studio Theatre, Scott Studios at Arts West

Jan. 18, 20, 21, 22 and Feb. 4-7 at 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 19 and Feb. 8 at 2 p.m.

Directed by Kim Shively

After multiple successful off-Broadway runs,��“The Wolves,” an exciting new play by Sarah DeLappe, comes to ������Ƶ! This fresh and raucous script chronicles one season of a girls’ indoor soccer team. The team warms-up and dribbles while dealing with the cut-throat, competitive world of high school sports. As the teens straddle the unsteady terrain between adolescence and adulthood, they struggle and sweat their way through this funny and poignant 90-minute play.����Adult language and themes. Not recommended for audiences under 13.

Admission: $15 or ������Ƶ ID. Reservations are highly recommended and will be offered beginning Jan. 11 at or the Roberts Studio Reservation Line at (336) 278-5650.

International Museum of Civil Rights – Cultural Excursion

Saturday, Jan. 18
Station at Mill Point, Clubhouse, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The Station at Mill Point and the Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education are excited to partner to sponsor a trip for ������Ƶ students and the community members of Morgan Place and Ball Park Communities to the International Civil Rights Museum. Positioned directly beside the Station at Mill Point Residential Community, the Morgan Place and Ball Park Communities are historical black communities of ������Ƶ.

Students interested in participating in this cultural excursion can sign-up . Space is limited to the first 12 students who RSVP. Contact Billy Baker at��bbaker20@elon.edu��or Brandon Bell at��bbell5@elon.edu��for more information.

This program aligns with the “Learn” and “Engage” pathways in the 2020 MLK Jr. Calendar of Events

Sponsored by��The Center Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education and the Station at Mill Point, Housing and Residence Life

Martin Luther King Jr. Church Service

Sunday, Jan. 19
������Ƶ First Baptist Church – 113 Lynn St., ������Ƶ, N.C., 10:50 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.

We welcome ������Ƶ students, faculty, staff and community to join us in fellowship at ������Ƶ First Baptist Church as we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Join us after service for a continued fellowship, fun and games. Contact Marilyn Slade at��mslade3@elon.edu��for more information.

This program aligns with the “Engage” and “Express” pathways in the 2020 MLK Jr. Calendar of Events.

Sponsored by��������Ƶ First Baptist Church, the Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education

Use or Abuse?

Tuesday, Jan. 21
Numen Lumen Pavilion Room 201., Noon to 1 p.m.

Have you ever wondered if your substance use is normal? Unsure if your roommate needs help because of their drinking? This workshop provides overall education around the effects and risk factors of substance use, practical insight on reducing harm if you choose to use, how to talk to a friend about substance use concerns, and how to link yourself or a friend to appropriate assistance and services.

Counselor Allison Agresti will present this workshop.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

MLK Jr. Soup and Society

Tuesday, Jan. 21
McBride Gathering Space (Numen Lumen), 6:30 to 8 p.m.

East Neighborhood and the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education are excited to host the second installment of Soup & Society for this academic year. This is an interactive and dialogue-driven event focused on MLK Jr, race and equity while providing space for individuals to participate in story-telling and experience sharing.

This program aligns with the “Learn” and “Engage” pathways in the 2020 MLK Jr .Calendar of Events

Sponsored by��East Neighborhood, Housing and Residence Life and the Center for Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Education

wInterfaith Luncheon Series: Dr. Charles Irons on Race, Privilege, and American Christianity

Wednesday, Jan. 22
������Ƶ Community Church, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

wInterfaith Luncheon will honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy by examining the intersection of faith and social justice in the ongoing struggle for civil rights. Professor of History Charles Irons will offer historical and personal reflections on the enduring impact of whiteness and racism on American Christianity and what this means for faith-informed social justice work today. The event is free for students, faculty and staff.

This program aligns with the “Learn” pathway in the 2020 MLK Jr. Calendar of Events.

Sponsored by��Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, ������Ƶ Community Church

Quieting the Inner Critic

Wednesday, Jan. 22
Koenigsburger Room 125., Noon to 1 p.m.

As the saying goes, sometimes we can be our own worst critic. Often times we can get caught up in the negative self-talk that often leaves us discouraged. In this workshop, students practice how to turn their attention away from distracting thoughts and towards more positive and empowering thoughts.

Clinical Psychologist Carnice Covert will be conducting this workshop as she helps students to identify troublesome thoughts and replace them with more helpful strategies.

Sponsored by Counseling Services

People of Conviction: A Lawyer’s Obligations

Wednesday, Jan. 22
Room 207, ������Ƶ Law School, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The struggle for civil rights and the pursuit of racial equality in the United States cannot be discussed without considering the significant contributions of lawyers. Attorney David Morrow ’07 L’10 will discuss the role and impact of the many lawyers that served Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during his lifetime and the valuable lessons in leadership and service that can be learned from these great examples of lawyer leaders. Attorney Morrow is a nationally recognized attorney, journalist, and genealogist. He is a contributing writer & special legal correspondent for the American Bar Association Young Lawyer Magazine where he has covered the NBA All-Star Games and the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and writes regularly about the intersection of pop culture, race and the law. He also speaks regularly about diversity in the legal profession and recently served as the inaugural Director of the Men of Color Project for the American Bar Association.

Sponsored by��������Ƶ Law School

Each Winter Term, ������Ƶ students facilitate a variety of self-designed programs through��the��“Burst��the��Bubble” program. These programs are entirely designed, planned and facilitated by students.

Previous programs have included “Argentine Tango”, “An Introduction to Dungeons and Dragons: Exercises in Teamwork”, “I Speak Dots: An Introduction to Reading Braille” and many more. Burst��the��Bubble��programs can be facilitated by any ������Ƶ student!

The��application to submit a program proposal can be found online by��. Applications are due at noon on October 27.

See full descriptions of previous courses and more information about��the��Burst��the��Bubble��program online at��. Questions? E-mail��burstthebubble@elon.edu.

Students interested in proposing a course for Winter Term 2014 can fill��out an application online at,����by Monday, October 28 to share a talent, hobby or practical skill with fellow students.�� Feel free to e-mail burstthebubble@elon.edu��with questions.�� Acceptance letters to instructors will go out by November 1.

To see what courses have been taught in the past please visit��.

Each fall students interested in teaching courses submit an��application��and begin planning their courses. Course registration happens on a rolling, first-come, first serve basis with many classes filling up quickly! Burst the bubble courses help to give students more to do during winter term, a typically slower period due to students taking only one course during the time period. ��Both student instructors and participants report participation in this program as a great addition to their winter term.

Burst the bubble courses have few requirements and the wide variety of classes offered in previous years have reflected this. There is no faculty or staff involvement in teaching the courses and no homework or outside work is required. Courses range from active skill learning classes to discussion and lecture based classes on hot topics.

The Burst the Bubble program was first offered in Winter Term 2007 and was the idea of Lela Faye Rich, Associate Dean for Academic Support and a committee of students, faculty, and staff members.