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Volleyball tournaments help Elon develop stamina

Chanelle Smith knows she’ll be tired come Saturday night. But that’s what comes with the standard three-games-in-two-days tournaments that kick off the college volleyball season. Teams typically play in tournaments for the first three or four weekends of the season prior to conference play.

CAA releases 2014-15 women's basketball schedule

Today Elon University released the women's basketball Colonial Athletic Association schedule for the 2014-2015 season. This is Elon's first year in the CAA, following its departure from the Southern Conference in July. Date Opponent Jan.

CAA announces 2014/2015 women's basketball schedule

Elon University will play its first women's basketball game in the Colonial Athletic Association Jan.

Aramark, Elon dining adjusts menus due to allergies

Dining options are changing across many Elon dining halls and local restaurants. According to Celiac Central, seven to eight percent of the population is gluten sensitive and an additional 29 percent avoid gluten for health reasons.

Track renovations force team to practice off campus

The plan to renovate Belk Track has been in the making for several years. After Elon University Trustee Jeanne Robertson donated to the Athletics Department, the university had enough funds to begin construction"The life of track generally is ten years, you hope to get twelve years, and that is about where our track was from when it was installed," said Dave Blank, Elon's Athletic Director.Some of the renovations include replacing the track surface, the D-zone where high jumping and pole vaulting take place, adding multiple pits and installing lights into the facility.The construction for these renovations began in May and are not scheduled to be finished until the end of October.Official practice does not start until Sept.

Service above sisterhood

Though it may be only the second full week of classes at Elon University, Greek life is back in full swing.

Future of discrimination in America is not black and white

NFL openers spark hype for football fans across campus

The beginning of the fall season is a special time for sports fanatics, it marks the beginning of the football season.

Dr. Danieley opens doors to new house-guest

Living with someone new can be hard, especially in college; but there are two roommates in the Elon community who have a lot to bond over, and you may recognize them. "I'll be here until Dr. D.

Elon monitors study abroad programs

Elon students studying abroad in the Middle East and in London are adjusting to their new lives away from Elon for the Fall Semester. Unexpectedly, a part of that transition is the threat of international terror from ISIS. ISIS is a jihadist terror organization that carries out its plans through violent acts. ISIS stands for "Islamic State of Iraq and Syria". The group has recently been taken to be called IS standing for "Islamic State" and ISIL for the "Islamic State of Iraq and the Levent." Since it's founding in 2006, ISIS has been responsible for thousands of deaths. Videos were released in August and in September by ISIS, confirmed by the White House, which show the executions of two American journalists.

Neighborhood Police Program gains traction

Almost anywhere you go on campus, you see Campus Police or Campus Security cars. At times, it can be intimidating to have a police presence in residential areas but this year, Elon Campus Police wants to change their relationship with students. That's why their newest goal is not just to enforce policy, but build trust as well.

Elon students make a few four-legged friends

Elon students, town residents and community members gathered on Sunday, Sept. 7 for the second annual Dog Day Mixer, an event with food, fun and furry friends.

Ace Speedway Hosts "Friday Night Racing" Series

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSdRy7quWso&noredirect=1&w=560&h=315] You may not have seen it, but you've probably heard it.

Aftermath of shooting accident raises concern about child’s emotional recovery

Education in N.C.'s Midterm Elections

North Carolina students heading back to classrooms aren't the only ones with education on their mind.

Danielle Griswold - 2014-09-08 09:06:39

Can someone let me know what time my interview from the Dog Days mixer is on today? Also what network and channel it is on?

Danielle Griswold - 2014-09-08 09:06:30

Can someone let me know what time my interview from the Dog Days mixer is on today? Also what network and channel it is on?

Danielle Griswold - 2014-09-08 09:06:24

Can someone let me know what time my interview from the Dog Days mixer is on today? Also what network and channel it is on?

Students' first thoughts on The Oak House

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvkChJYkSsE&feature=youtu.be After the Grand Opening of the Oak House on September 5, 2014, Elon students are starting to find comfort in the new bar & coffee lounge.

Phoenix falls to Ohio State in overtime

WILMINGTON — After 92 minutes of hard-fought, end-to-end action, the Elon University men’s soccer team lost a 1-0 decision to the Ohio State University in the team’s second and final game at the UNC Wilmington Courtyard Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach Classic on Sept.