Eric Edwin Hall

Eric Edwin Hall is currently serving as an appointed member of the Alamance‑Burlington Board of Education (ABSS) and is a candidate for the 2026 election for that board. The ABSS board governs the public schools in Alamance County, setting policy, approving the district budget, overseeing the superintendent, and addressing major facilities issues such as the recent $25.8 million mold crisis that affected most schools in the district ¹¹.

Hall is a professor of exercise science at Elon University, where he also holds the titles of assistant provost for scholarship and creative activity and director of undergraduate research. He has lived in Alamance County for 25 years and has two children enrolled at Elon Elementary School, giving him a personal stake in the local public‑school system ¹¹.

Before his appointment, Hall built a career in higher‑education administration and research, focusing on student scholarship and interdisciplinary projects. His role as assistant provost involves oversight of campus facilities and systems, which board members noted could be valuable for addressing the district’s HVAC and mold challenges ¹¹.

Hall was appointed to the board on April 28, 2025, after a 4‑2 vote by the existing board members. In his brief statement, he expressed excitement and a sense of responsibility to represent both his own children and the broader community of learners. He highlighted his belief in the value of a public‑school education, his desire to give back to the county, and his commitment to supporting Latino representation on the board, echoing concerns raised by current members about diversity ¹¹.

Board member Dan Ingle specifically cited Hall’s expertise in heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning systems as a reason for his support, noting that the district’s recent mold outbreak underscored the need for board members who understand facility infrastructure ¹¹. Hall’s platform therefore centers on leveraging his academic and administrative experience to improve school facilities, ensure fiscal responsibility, and promote equitable educational opportunities for all students in Alamance‑Burlington.

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