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(01/18/12 3:25am)
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK — Although both economically successful and culturally unique, the United States and Denmark could not be more different when it comes to the social issues of education and health care. Both also rank differently in terms of overall "happiness." Each country's different approach to these social issues may have an effect on the happiness of its citizens.
(01/17/12 5:06am)
For Elon University graduates, now is the time to update resumes and get new business cards. The Elon Alumni Association's regional chapters and clubs are gearing up for their first National Networking Day, scheduled for Jan. 25.
(01/17/12 4:08am)
The Iraq War officially concluded with a ceremonial flag lowering in Baghdad on Thursday, Dec. 15, but Elon University students recognize that, for those in the military, the job is never done.
(01/16/12 4:01am)
As of Monday, six of the more than 4,000 passengers aboard the Costa Concordia have been found dead after the luxury
(12/06/11 6:00pm)
There are several ways driving habits can be altered to have less of a negative impact on the environment. These changes can not only make you more eco-friendly, but are also better for your car and gas fund.
(11/30/11 5:06pm)
Although the current rate of foreclosure in North Carolina is moderately low relative to the rates in the west and far south, the continuous quaking of the housing market is fracturing the entire nation. The resulting frustration is not only limited to homeowners, as the current condition of the real estate industry is contributing to a "real discontent" felt by American citizens at large, according to Christy Benson, assistant professor of business law at Elon University.
(11/29/11 3:48am)
HAIFA, ISRAEL — It's been about two months since Mahmoud Abbas, president of the Palestinian Authority, stood before the United Nations General Assembly to formally request recognition of a Palestinian state. In the weeks since his plea and the United States' firm declaration it will not support a move to create a new state, the resolution has been neither passed nor denied. And Israel and Palestine are no closer to resolving their decades-long conflict.
(11/20/11 4:16am)
QUITO, ECUADOR -- The celebration of holidays and annual traditions transcends time and place to reach virtually every family and community in the world. What differs is the manner in which they celebrate.
(11/16/11 3:09am)
While spring break can be a time for relaxation, many Elon students choose to dedicate their vacation time to helping the less fortunate through various Elon Volunteers! Alternative Break service trips.
(11/15/11 5:16am)
Mystery has surrounded J.K. Rowling's Pottermore since its creation in June.
(11/09/11 9:47pm)
Debate fueled by the presidential race continues to rage concerning President Barack Obama's recent executive order, which intends to relieve some of the financial burden college students face with loans after graduation.
(11/09/11 9:47pm)
As mounting debt threatens the stability and growth of the United States and the European Union, both economies have developed new steps to deal with their respective crises.
(11/09/11 8:47pm)
2,000 tourists being rescued from foothills of Mount Everest due to inclement weather
(11/09/11 8:40pm)
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA — The typical, laid-back college experience in Argentina differs greatly from the stereotypical image of school in the United States.
(11/07/11 7:59pm)
Glenn Scott is an associate professor of communications at Elon University. He is on leave to serve as a Fulbright visiting lecturer at the University of the Ryukyus in Okinawa, Japan.
(11/02/11 2:20am)
President Barack Obama recently outlined a new Pay As You Earn plan that is based off a repayment plan approved by Congress in 2010.
(11/02/11 1:47am)
US cuts UNESCO funding after move to admit Palestine
(10/25/11 7:14pm)
Gaddafi dies after capture, video of last moments goes viral
(10/25/11 7:13pm)
HAIFA, ISRAEL — News of the homecoming of Gilad Shalit, an Israeli soldier in Palestinian captivity for five years, has sparked enthusiastic street parties in nearly every part of Israel. A celebratory atmosphere has permeated daily life since Shalit's confirmed return to Israel Oct. 18. Heard everywhere was the exclamation, "Gilad b'bayit!" or "Gilad's home!" Posters proclaiming "How good it is that Shalit is home!" sprung up on public roads.
(10/25/11 7:08pm)
Before Congress passed the Affordable Care Act in March 2010, the least-insured group in America was adults ages 19-24, according to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau.
