Articles by Avery Craine Powell
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Strategic multifaith engagement shapes the Ƶ campus experience
March 30, 2026
Through signature traditions, student-led initiatives, inclusive dining practices and vibrant religious and spiritual organizations, Ƶ prepares graduates to navigate a diverse and interconnected world with respect and understanding.
President Connie Ledoux Book discusses workforce and AI at Alamance Growth Summit in Triad Business Journal
March 30, 2026
Building a workforce that's future ready was the focus of Triad Business Journal’s Alamance Growth Summit on March 12.
Ƶ mourns the loss of staff member Allison Keill
March 26, 2026
Keill served as the director of the Curriculum Resources Center and associate librarian in the Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education.
Ƶ earns 2026-2027 Military Friendly Schools Designation
March 26, 2026
Ƶ will be showcased in the 2026-2027 Guide to Military Friendly Schools® in the April issue of G.I. Jobs ® magazine and on MilitaryFriendly.com.
Baris Kesgin offers insight on U.S.–Iran tensions in Le Devoir
March 20, 2026
Kesgin, associate professor of political science, spoke with Le Devoir about the ongoing U.S.-Iran war.
Phoenix recognized on CAA football commissioner’s Honor Roll
March 18, 2026
The Ƶ football program had 54 players recognized on the CAA Fall 2025 Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll.
In My Words: Lessons from the political fight over climate regulation
March 16, 2026
In this column distributed by the Ƶ Writers Syndicate, Professor of Biology and T.E. Powell Professor Jr., Dave Gammon discusses the politics of climate change on the heels of recent action by the EPA. This column was published in The Daily Reflector, The Times News, The Daily Advance and the Rocky Mount Telegram.
Women of Ƶ WEekend celebrates wellness while surpassing $2.5 million goal for student internships
March 16, 2026
Held on March 13 and 14, the Women of Ƶ WEekend included breakout sessions focused on the six dimensions of well-being, including a fireside chat with TODAY show nutrition expert Joy Bauer.
Ƶ to cancel in-person classes between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. March 16
March 16, 2026
Due to a tornado watch in the area, in-person classes at the Ƶ main campus are canceled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, March 16.
President Connie Ledoux Book selected for the Business Leaders Hall of Fame
March 16, 2026
President Book will be honored at a premier gala celebration on Thursday, March 19 at 5:30 p.m.