Victor Manuel Rivera was a student at Elon in 1920 from Puerto Rico. He was one of many foreign exchange students to walk Elon’s campus as a part of the school’s missionary work. Courtesy of Elon University Archives.
At Elon University, the journey for senior Odyssey scholars came full circle May 2. Elon’s Odyssey Program — which offers scholarships and expanded opportunities to high-achieving Elon students with high financial need — hosted its annual senior celebration in LaRose Student Commons.
Along a stretch of the Haw River known for tubing, swimming and quiet afternoons on the water, a different kind of presence has drawn concern in recent months. It’s one that residents say they can smell before they see.
