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Softball swept on second day of Red and Black Showcase

One day after upsetting the No. 8 University of Georgia Bulldogs, the Elon University softball team dropped both of its Saturday contests at the Red and Black Showcase tournament, hosted by the Bulldogs in Athens, Ga. In the opener, a rematch of Friday’s upset, Georgia shut out Elon by a score of 8-0.

Women's basketball falters at Chattanooga, 60-43

Looking to build its first win streak since January 20, the Elon University women’s basketball team took the court in Chattanooga, Tenn.

Belk Library modifies interlibrary loan program

Textbooks no longer being sent through the InterLibrary Loan program might seem like a new policy for Belk Library, but it isn’t a change from what the library was already doing. As of January, Belk Library’s policy on ILL, a program that allows libraries to loan each other books internationally, now explicitly states Belk will not request textbooks from other libraries. This had already been the policy at Belk, but some books ended up slipping through. “In the past, if a textbook could be borrowed through interlibrary loans, it would be sometimes, but they’re rarely available, which is part of the motivation for changing it,” said Joan Ruelle, librarian at Elon University. Ruelle started in her current position last summer, so this clarification of library policy comes with Ruelle entering Belk as a newcomer. “It wasn’t clarified in the policy, so we wanted to make sure that we were consistent and that our message to students was consistent about what we can and can’t do and why that is,” Ruelle said. One of the main reasons that Belk does not request textbooks through ILL is students need textbooks for an entire semester and the loaning libraries, which set the loan periods, typically want the books back in a month. “So even if you could get it through interlibrary loans, you weren’t able to keep it for a semester,” Ruelle said. Ruelle also added it takes a very long time to get textbooks to students because so few libraries buy textbooks and even fewer loan them out.

Interactive Media students share ‘fly-in’ Winter Term project

Graduate students in Elon University’s Interactive Media program recently aided nonprofit organizations in Cuba, Costa Rica and Portugal in developing stronger online media presences and showcased the completed projects Jan.

Religious diversity needs student support to thrive

Elon University prides itself on more than academic excellence. In addition to the lessons we learn inside the elegant brick buildings, students are encouraged to become socially conscious, global citizens. Fostering religious tolerance is a crucial part of Elon’s pledge to promote diversity.

Elon softball stuns No. 8 Georgia on opening day

Much of the hype surrounding the Elon University softball team leading up to the 2013 season centered around the team’s new home stadium. Now, the Phoenix has hype for its on-field performance as well.

International Fellows engage in American experience through ‘Discovering Dixie’

Elon University professor Jason Husser couldn’t imagine curtailing the examination of American history to simply reading a textbook or sitting in a classroom. In a new Winter Term course called “Discovering Dixie,” Husser, assistant professor of political science, led students in the International Fellows program from landmark to landmark in historical cities including Charleston, Atlanta, New Orleans and multiple North Carolina locations. “I enjoyed getting to know the International Fellows and helping them grow intellectually, both as scholars and future global leaders,” Husser said. The students completed reading assignments and watched various films during the lengthy bus rides between sites, both of which related to the landmarks students saw along the way.

Lakeside dining hall opens, sparks mixed reviews

A year and a half in the making, Lakeside Dining Hall opened its doors to the Elon community on February 4.

Is modern football overlooking the youth factor?

On January 18th, the Netherlands’ premier soccer club Ajax Amsterdam was fined for a banner that supporters unveiled during a Champions League match against Manchester City in October.

Gun permits skyrocket in Alamance County

The Alamance County Sheriff’s Office issued 1,155 handgun permits last month, reflecting a trend that likely began during the final months of 2012.

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SUB streamlines, embraces variety for Elon's spring semester

Every semester, the Elon University Student Union Board is responsible for organizing activities and events for students to see, hear and do throughout the week and during the weekends.

Sweet Signatures represent Elon at the ICCAs

Sweet Signatures, Elon University’s only all-female a cappella ensemble, will be competing in the quarterfinals of the International Championships of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) Feb.

Win streak snapped as Wofford takes down men's basketball

The Elon University men's basketball team had its seven-game winning streak ended Thursday night as Wofford College defeated the Phoenix 60-50 in Spartanburg, S.C. The Phoenix held a 22-21 lead at halftime as it stayed in front of a back-and-forth game, but Wofford used a couple big runs in the second half go up 46-36 with 7:03 remaining in the second half.

Headed to London? Then this is for you

For any student who thought they could survive in London without any culture shock, I have bad news.

What game during the Beyonce concert?

Super Bowl Sunday is unquestionably one of my all-time favorite holidays of the year. But this year, the game was not personal for me at all.

Taking a stand against Notre Dame’s antics

It’s hard to accept that after 20 years of believing in something with all your heart, you’re entirely wrong.

Protests in Belfast center around the controversial Union Jack

DUBLIN — Irish newspapers have been filled with images of Belfast protestors waving the British Union Jack since early December.

Immigration reform returns to legislative forefront

Four years ago, it was the stimulus package and the health care bill. Now, it’s immigration reform.

Powell packs for Paris

Powell Mansfield is currently studying abroad for the spring semester in Paris, France.  Well known for his self made videos on YouTube, Powell decided to use his video skills to document the trip.  The clip featured today demonstrates the art of packing for a four month trip, and why you should probably leave your Harry Potter book collection at home.