Meet the CEL Student Scholars - Center for Engaged Learning

CEL Student Scholars are Elon University students who collaborate with faculty, staff, and researchers from colleges and universities around the world to study engaged learning in higher education. These students contribute to CEL Research Seminars, develop research and professional skills, and have opportunities to present and publish their work. Meet the current and former CEL Student Scholars below.

Three piles of books on a table, with library stacks in the background. On the middle pile of books are a magnifying glass and a pair of glasses.

Matthew Cornick

2026-2029 CEL Student Scholar

Major: Computer Science
Minors: Cybersecurity and Game Design

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Mariama Kindie Jalloh

2026-2028 CEL Student Scholar

Major: Public Health
Minor: Biology

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Chiebuka Tor

2026-2028 CEL Student Scholar

Major: Finance
Minor: Communications

On campus, Chiebuka Tor is an Odyssey Scholar, a S.M.A.R.T. program mentor, the Vice President of the African Diaspora of Elon, and an SGA senator for the Love School of Business. Through these roles, he is actively involved in mentorship, leadership, and building community across campus. Outside of academics, Chiebuka is a self-taught day trader and entrepreneur who has launched his own clothing brand, developing skills in financial strategy, branding, and business management. Through his involvement with engaged learning initiatives, Chiebuka hopes to deepen his understanding of how academic knowledge connects to real world application, while continuing to grow as a leader and create meaningful impact both on and off campus.

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