Purpose

The Periclean Award for Civic Engagement and Social Responsibility is presented each year to a member of Elon's faculty or staff whose service to the broader community exemplifies the ideals of Project Pericles, a national initiative of the Eugene Lang Foundation, which advocates and supports the preparation of young women and men for socially responsible citizenship in a democratic society. Elon is one of ten colleges and universities nationwide to join Project Pericles, an initiative sponsored by the Eugene Lang Foundation, which challenges institutions to provide a learning experience that will “instill in students an abiding and active sense of social responsibility and civic concern.” This award recognizes a member of Elon University’s faculty or staff who has selflessly given time and talent to serve in the larger community.