Arts & Entertainment

NEWS 3/13/13 12:16pm

Ailey II comes to Elon with new music, dance styles

By Jessica Petrocchi

The dance company Ailey II brought fresh and young dancers to Elon University’s McCrary Theatre Thursday, March 7. “Ailey II is renowned for merging the passion of the country’s best young dance talent with the creative vision of today’s outstanding emerging choreographers,” said Jeffrey Clark, executive director in the Office of Cultural and Special Programs.

NEWS 3/13/13 11:33am

Multiple contenders emerge as the Big 12 Tournament begins

By Kyle Maher

As college basketball enters March and the Big 12 conference tournament begins, here’s a look at three storylines every fan should be watching as the tournament tips in Kansas City this Wednesday, March 13. The Kansas Jayhawks are entering this week’s tournament with a very realistic shot at being awarded a No.

NEWS 3/13/13 10:59am

College Cooking

By arose8

We focus on food that is local, healthy, and cheap. Tweet @AlexPatrickRose to give your food suggestions for our next show.

NEWS 3/13/13 10:47am

Can Florida be stopped in the SEC?

By Jordan Spritzer

The SEC Conference Tournament was largely considered a forgone conclusion for some time. The University of Florida was a serious contender for a No.

NEWS 3/13/13 9:20am

Fewer students apply for SGA Scholarship than last year

By Katherine Blunt

The Student Government Association at Elon University has received fewer applications for its SGA Scholarship than last year, which was the first year the scholarship was offered.

NEWS 3/13/13 9:18am

Elon junior prepares to compete as Truman Scholarship finalist

Mat Goldberg is what many people would consider an exemplary Elon University student. He is a Periclean Scholar, a member of the Omicron Delta Kappa leadership honor society and a social justice chair.

NEWS 3/13/13 9:15am

Elon staff embraces passion with summer outdoor theater

By Casey Brown

Scott Rivera can be credited for keeping the grounds of Elon University pristine and nationally acknowledged, but his true passion lies somewhere else: performing with the Snow Camp Outdoor Theatre.

NEWS 3/13/13 1:36am

Elon comes up short in Wilmington

By Andrew Wilson

Looking to avoid a three game losing streak, the Elon University baseball team traveled to the coast of North Carolina to take on the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

NEWS 3/12/13 11:23pm

Former Elon Student Died Monday

By bmcgovern

A former Elon University student passed away Monday, according to an email from Dr. Smith Jackson, Vice President for Student Life. Melanie Manley, who was last enrolled at Elon in the fall, passed away at Alamance County Medical Center accompanied by her family and fiance.

NEWS 3/12/13 11:04pm

Former Elon student dies at Alamance Regional Medical Center

By Katherine Blunt

Melanie Manley, a former Elon University student, passed away yesterday at Alamance Regional Medical Center. Manley was most recently enrolled at Elon in the fall, and she suffered from frequent medical problems during her time as a student, according to an email sent by Smith Jackson, vice president and dean of Student Life. According to the email, she wanted to return to her studies this summer.

NEWS 3/12/13 9:10pm

One-woman band, Laura Thurston, holds intimate show at Front Street Public House

By Meghan Mahoney

A concert at the Front Street Public House in downtown Burlington Thursday included four instruments: a kazoo, harmonica, guitar and tambourine.

NEWS 3/12/13 2:00pm

Drunk Driving in College

By jwinston3

A study from the University of Maryland suggests that 1 out of 5 college students admits to driving after drinking alcohol and 40% of college students admit to getting in the car with an intoxicated driver. This past week I spoke to one student about his experiences with drunk driving on campus.

NEWS 3/12/13 1:27pm

Offensive Twitter Handle Causes Controversy

By jpuckett

Twitter Parody accounts are nothing new. There are hundreds of thousands of them online mimicking people, places and even household objects. There are more than a dozen parody accounts associated with Elon.

NEWS 3/12/13 12:51pm

Adventures in Asheville

By kmaraghy

While some Elon students just got back from a weekend in Asheville where they rooted on the men and women's basketball teams, there's more to Asheville than watching basketball. On any given street, one will walk past street musicians, art galleries and chocolate shops with homemade fudge displayed in the window. European restaurants, boutiques and unique architecture provide plenty for a visitor to take in. [div class="alignleft"] [/div] Right across the street from the U.S.

NEWS 3/12/13 12:32pm

Students across North Carolina push for gender-neutral housing

By Michael Papich

On-campus housing at college has historically been structured according to traditional gender norms, with boys and girls in separate rooms or separate buildings.

NEWS 3/12/13 12:29pm

Numen Lumen Pavilion opens for community worship

By Corinne James

The Numen Lumen Pavilion, located in the Academic Village at Elon University, is now open to students and other Elon community members.

NEWS 3/12/13 12:27pm

Elon partners with Peace Corp to promote global volunteerism

By Cleo Dan

Elon University recently established a partnership with the Peace Corps to better prepare students for the rigors of the program and the prospect of working abroad. The new Peace Corps Prep Program is an interdisciplinary curriculum that teaches students skills necessary for success in the Peace Corps.

NEWS 3/12/13 12:02pm

Electronics in the Classroom

By nabdulahi

In the classroom, texting and tweeting isn't easy but senior Nina Boston says there are tricks to getting away with it. "Texting in the book bag.

NEWS 3/12/13 11:54am

The Carnival is in Town

By bmezerski

The carnival is in town. The Powers Great American Midways opened its season last week at the intersection of North Church Street and Graham-Hopedale Road. The carnival has more than two dozen family friendly rides, games like ring toss where you try to win a prize and the classic food stands. Marc Janas, who is the Public Relations Director for Powers Great American Midways, said all the lights, rides and food are in Burlington to create some fun for local families. "Everybody has a good time and gets to have a good community celebration," Janas said.

NEWS 3/12/13 11:38am

The Sequester Affects Elon

By jfrazier8

Sequester is a term we hear often, but what is it? It's the federal process, by which Congress has agreed to cut spending, according to USA TODAY Collegiate Correspondent Jacob Hawkins, by $85 billion dollars in order to try to reduce the deficit. It roots back to the recession.

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LIFESTYLE 12/16/2025 10:30am

Grief, loss support group provides comfort for Elon faculty, staff

Elon University associate chaplain Rev. Julie Tonnesen said loss and grief are universal emotions, but found that they can be difficult for faculty and staff to process while continuing their usual routines. “Even when we show up to work, that doesn’t mean that we get to put the rest of our lives on the back burner,” Tonnesen said. “Our grief comes with us. It’s not something we can just keep on a shelf at home.” In collaboration with Counseling Services, the Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, began offering a monthly group for faculty and staff to support those affected by loss.

LIFESTYLE 12/14/2025 11:03am

‘Hemos olvidado la conversación’: el VIH/SIDA todavía afecta al Sur a medida que disminuye la conciencia

45 años después de los primeros casos de VIH/SIDA reportados en Estados Unidos, la lucha contra esta enfermedad está lejos de terminar, especialmente en el sur del país. Según los datos más recientes de los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades, el sur representó el 52% de todos los diagnósticos de VIH en Estados Unidos en 2023. "Sabemos que el VIH/SIDA ha afectado de manera desproporcionada a las personas de color y a las personas LGBTQ+ de color en este país", afirmó Jeff Bennett, profesor de estudios de comunicación en la Universidad de Vanderbilt. "Hay muchas personas que viven en zonas rurales, existe desconfianza hacia los profesionales de la salud y persiste el estigma social".