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Elon University Student Government Association announces freshman class election results

11% of the freshman class voted in Elon University Student Government Association elections with a total of 179 ballots cast. Last year, a total of 552 ballots were cast. The results were announced Sept. 12 in Moseley Center. 

Elon University hosts first booster clinic of 2022-23 academic year

Elon University will host a booster clinic Sept. 12 from 2 to 6 p.m. in Alumni Gym. Students can sign up to get a Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. In order to get a booster shot, it must be at least two months since the last vaccine dose or booster. 

Elon University named No. 1 national university for excellence in undergraduate teaching by U.S. News & World Report for second consecutive year

Elon University is ranked No. 1 for excellence in undergraduate teaching for the second consecutive year by the U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” Guide, which released rankings Sept. 12. The university also received a No. 6 ranking in the “Most Innovative,” gaining three spots from last year, and was ranked No. 89 overall among national universities. 

Get to know the overnight Elon University staff

It’s 3 a.m. inside Belk Library. Because the building is open all night during weekdays, all the lights remain on. From the first floor, it’s impossible to hear Tammy Wilson, Belk’s overnight janitor, wiping office windows and emptying trash cans on the second and third floors. Even for a library, the silence is overwhelming. 

Physician, sports medicine specialist to speak at Elon University

The current landscape of American healthcare focuses too much on pills and procedures and not enough on lifestyle, according to Dr. Robert Sallis, a family and sports medicine physician and the first guest in Elon University ’s 2022-23 Speaker Series lineup.

CHEAT SHEET: Mikhail Gorbachev’s influence on global politics

 Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, died Aug. 30 at the age of 91. Safia Swimelar, professor of political science and policy studies, explains Gorbachev’s efforts to democratize Russia’s political system, his role in the breakup of the Soviet Union and why Gorbachev’s legacy is crucial in understanding modern Russian and world politics, including the Russian-Ukrainian war. 

Elon University volleyball snaps losing streak, earns first home victory

One night after making her first career start for the Elon University volleyball team, freshman Sydney Daniels felt calmer taking the floor tonight for the team’s match against the University of North Carolina Greensboro Spartans. 

Elon University men’s soccer overcomes Stony Brook in rainy rumble

Even a rainy day at Rudd Field wasn’t enough to deter the Elon University men’s soccer team from getting back in the win column, as it hosted and bested Stony Brook in a 1-0  contest. The win not only propels the Phoenix to a 3-1 record but also makes Elon 1-1 in Colonial Athletic Association Conference play. 

Elon University volleyball unable to close out Florida A&M

After winning the second and third sets, the Elon University volleyball team could not close out the Florida A&M Rattlers, as the Phoenix lost the fourth and fifth sets for its fifth consecutive loss.

Sweet B Cookies to open Holly Hill Mall storefront

Burlington resident Brittany Shaw gives back to the community through what she knows best — baking cookies. She began baking as a way to make money while in nursing school. Now, she owns her own company, Sweet B Cookies. When the COVID-19 pandemic began, she had to close and find another job, but Shaw said as she gets back into business, she never lost sight of her dream. 

Central North Carolina prepares to commemorate 9/11

Sunday, Sept. 11 is the 21st anniversary of the attacks on the World Trade Center. The anniversary is known as Patriot Day. Both Graham and Greensboro will host remembrance events Sept. 10. 

ALCOVETS host Hot Air Balloon Festival

ALCOVETS is hosting a balloon festival this weekend Sept. 9-11 at Cedarock Park in Burlington.

Gibsonville groomer opens new realm of ‘pawsibilities’ for residents

Gibsonville resident Jacki King walks through the doors of Prim & Pawper, a Gibsonville dog grooming business, and is greeted by co-owner Josh Tabor, who rings up her total and goes to the back to get King’s Cairn Terrier, Rosie.

SGA hosts town hall, discusses how to increase engagement after lack of attendance

Elon University’s Student Government Association executive board outlined its priorities for the year to the rest of SGA. SGA hosted a town hall open to Elon’s student body on Sept. 8, however, as the only students in attendance were SGA members, the executive board instead shared its plans for the year with the rest of the organization. 

Elon University students react to death of Queen Elizabeth II

British monarch Queen Elizabeth II died Thursday. She was 96. Doctors had placed the queen under medical supervision at Balmoral Castle in Scotland Sept. 8 after they became concerned about her health, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.  

Street art blooms in downtown Elon

When public artist Mary Ryan wakes up early in the morning during a project week, she gathers her supplies, puts on her paint-covered shoes and says goodbye to her husband before heading off to paint alone for eight hours — this week, in downtown Elon. 

Elon University senior to compete in triathlon, fundraise for Burlington Animal Services

Elon faculty express concerns over note taker changes

While Baris Kesgin, political science and policy studies professor, understands the necessity of accessible class notes for students who need accommodations, he is concerned about the effectiveness of Disabilities Resources' new pilot program, Glean, a service that records and transcribes lectures, eliminating the need for volunteer note takers in classrooms that utilize Glean. 

Tri Council hosts welcome back

Members of the Panhellenic Association, Interfraternity Council and National Pan-Hellenic Council enjoyed local food trucks, pizza and conversation Sept. 7 during the Tri Council Welcome Back.

Posters for sale in Elon University’s Koury Athletic Center

The College Poster Sale Company runs annual back to school poster sales at universities across the country and will be at Elon University until Sept. 9. Students can head to the Koury Center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to pick up posters.