Lifestyle

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LIFESTYLE 10/29/21 5:03pm

Fall musical reimagines Broadway classic

By Ellis Chandler

The Elon University performing arts department is presenting its fall musical — “42nd Street” — beginning Oct. 29 and running through Oct. 31. This weekend’s performances consist of two evening shows at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for the general public or free for students with your Phoenix Card.

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LIFESTYLE 10/29/21 1:30pm

Burlington pumpkin patch sees ‘growing’ success

By Naomi Washington

Over 25,000 pumpkins were harvested for the fall season at Sophia’s Pumpkin Patch, a family-run business just eight minutes from Elon University’s campus in Burlington.  

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LIFESTYLE 10/28/21 3:24pm

Station at Mill Point to host Trick-or-Treat community event

By Graceanne Gaudiello

The Station at Mill Point welcomes university students, faculty, and local families on Oct. 31 for its Mill Point trick-or-treat.

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LIFESTYLE 10/27/21 2:07pm

Elon small business owner faces supply chain disruptions

By Ashlyn DeLoughy

Across the globe, massive COVID-19 related supply chain disruptions are occurring with the container market, shipping routes, ports, trucking lines and warehouses.

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LIFESTYLE 10/27/21 9:57am

Live theater returns to Elon University

By Caitlin McAuliffe

Online auditions, masked rehearsals, show cancellations and virtual performances. While the traditional theater experience was modified by the COVID-19 pandemic, this academic year, live performances are making a comeback at Elon University. 

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LIFESTYLE 10/26/21 12:54am

Nail salons nearby Elon University, booking tips

By Ava Girardi

Five local nail salons share how they got their start and continue to make themselves available to the university community.

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LIFESTYLE 10/25/21 11:46am

Dance research collaborates with multifaith scholars program at Elon University

By Nyah Phengsitthy

Senior Emily Wilbourne will present her research on Thursday, Oct. 28, at the Tradition & Innovation in Korean Dance event, sharing the richness and depth of Korean dance both then and now, in addition to highlighting adjunct instructor in performing arts Jiwon Ha. Ha, who is from Busan, South Korea, virtually guided Wilbourne while she studied there in both the fall and the summer.  

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LIFESTYLE 10/23/21 7:42pm

Fall Pride at Elon University

By Samantha Sussman

Elon University’s Gender and LGBTQIA Center held a Fall Pride event this Friday, Oct. 22 at the Phi Beta Kappa Commons from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event had games, tie-dye, GLC information and a safe environment to meet new people.  

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LIFESTYLE 10/22/21 1:11am

Elon dance documentary furthers education on Black maternal health crisis

By Haley Phelps

Elon University Assistant Professor of Dance Keisha Wall, along with Associate Professor of Public Health Studies Stephanie Baker, wanted to bring attention to the Black maternal health crisis and agreed dance would be the best way to make an impact on a large audience.   

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LIFESTYLE 10/19/21 11:09am

Elon University Classics Club works to understand diversity in classics

By Clara Watkins

Often when people think of the classics, they think of Greco-Roman society and the elitism of reading, writing, language and art. Elon’s classics club, however, is trying to change this.

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LIFESTYLE 10/18/21 9:33am

Love & Valor connects through melodies

By Graysen Shirley

Jesse Fox, lead vocalist of Love & Valor, grew up listening to the tunes of James Taylor, Jim Croce and Billy Joel in his parents’ home. These melodies and seeing his father play guitar are what inspired him to pursue his own music career. 

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LIFESTYLE 10/16/21 4:56pm

Prepping your vehicle for a long road trip

By Annemarie Bonner

For the first time since 2019, many students will be headed out of town for fall break. In order to make it to their destination safely, there are a few important things to keep in mind, according to owner of Wilson Tire Pros and Automotive, Steven Moss.  

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LIFESTYLE 10/11/21 6:55pm

Elon University yoga club brings relaxation to campus

By Julia Diemand

The yoga club meets in the Numen Lumen Sacred Space every Monday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mats and blocks are provided and a teacher is present — either from the community or a student who is a certified yoga instructor.

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LIFESTYLE 10/1/21 3:57pm

Acapocalypse: acapella returns to stage

By Annemarie Bonner

After two years since the last Acapocalypse concert and more than a year since their last live performance, Shirley Tempos music director Anna Thompson is ready to perform again. 

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LIFESTYLE 9/28/21 10:06am

Elon University student advocates for alopecia awareness

By Claire Schoenfeld

Elon University sophomore Samantha Katz spent over 14 years using different treatments to combat hair loss due to alopecia, but at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, she decided to go completely bald. At the same time, Katz decided to start a YouTube channel to spread information, tips and tricks for those living with alopecia. 

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LIFESTYLE 9/27/21 8:48pm

Pet Therapy event comes to Elon University’s campus

By Amanda Cantale

SPARKS Peer Educators will host Pet Therapy with PAAWS Oct. 6 for students to take a break from their day with a therapeutic activity. Dogs, cats and bunnies will be waiting on the Moseley West Lawn for friendly interaction. 

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LIFESTYLE 9/24/21 3:07pm

Dance concert marks return of live performances

By Ellis Chandler

The 2021 “Dancing in the Landscape” concert will mark the first live in-person performance for two classes of Elon’s dance program. 

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LIFESTYLE 9/23/21 1:55am

Elon University’s Student Union Board announces fall concert opener

By Miranda Ferrante

Elon University’s Student Union Board announced on Sept. 22 Bea Miller will open for Bryce Vine at this year’s fall concert.  

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LIFESTYLE 9/18/21 11:47am

From ski rentals to year-round apparel

By Graceanne Gaudiello

What started as a bus tour company is now a four-season sports apparel shop. C&R Ski, nestled between Elon’s Simply Thai and The Fat Frogg, represents North Carolina native and founder of C&R Ski, Richard Forrest’s passion. 

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LIFESTYLE 9/17/21 12:17pm

Building connections with J&J Tattoo

By Grace Kepperling

Joshua Hall was selling his art to his friend’s dad before he realized where his career was headed. His friend’s dad was a tattoo artist, which soon influenced his future path. Now, Hall’s tattoo studio in Gibsonville has clientele across the East Coast. 

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