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Dennis Franks rehired as police chief after requesting job back

After requesting to return to his former position, Dennis Franks will be rehired as director of campus safety and police. Franks resigned in May to become vice president of protective services at Bank of America.

CAA women's basketball tournament coming to Elon in 2020

The Schar Center has yet to open its doors, but the list of high-caliber events it’s set to host continues to grow. Elon University’s new arena will be the host site for the 2020 Colonial Athletic Association Women’s Basketball Championship, according to a league announcement on Monday.

Men's basketball team announces 2018-2019 recruits

Men’s basketball head coach Matt Matheny has officially announced three freshmen that will fly with the Phoenix in the upcoming inaugural season at the Schar Center. Chuck Hannah, Andy Pack and Kris Wooten will all be playing under Matt Matheny, looking to add a fresh spark to the Elon program.

Student body president takes his leadership to a new level in D.C.

Class president Kenneth Brown Jr. has been making his mark in Washington, D.C., this summer by learning about new ways to improve SGA through the Presidential Leadership Summit (PLS) program.

Elon may have hired the first black, openly lesbian rabbi in the world

Elon University announced June 20 that it hired Rabbi Sandra Lawson as its next associate chaplain for Jewish Life and the Jewish Educator at the Hillel at Elon. According to a Washington Post story posted in May 2015, the newspaper suggests Lawson could be the first black, lesbian rabbi in the world. 

Student’s lawsuit alleges unfair suspension after fight with donor’s son

Samuel Shaw's lawsuit against Elon University suggests he received a heavier punishment than Spencer Schar, whose parents donated $12 million to Elon in 2014.

Elon to restructure student life division offices over summer

An email sent to Elon University faculty and staff by Jon Dooley, vice president for student life, outlined new administrative changes for the division. 

Incoming Elon freshman performs at Tony Awards, hopes to spread powerful message with musical theatre program

Incoming Elon University freshman from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School took the stage at Tony Awards

Brnovich named First Team All-American, All-Region

This season continues to get sweeter for sophomore right-hand pitcher Kyle Brnovich. After becoming a semi-finalist for the 2018 Golden Spikes award, the most prestigious award an amateur baseball player can earn, Brnovich has now claimed All-American and All-Regional honors. 

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From Latham Park to the Major Leagues

For the eighth time in eleven years, multiple Elon baseball players heard their name called during to 2018 Major League Baseball Draft, held in Secaucus, New Jersey from June 4 through June 6.

Softball star and NC native makes history

Kara Shutt '18 was drafted in the 12th round (pick 48 overall) by moh-BEEL! USA. The outfielder being drafted marked a historic moment in Elon history. Shutt is the female student-athlete to be drafted to a professional league.

Elon community remembers Anton Downey’s charisma, smile and welcoming personality

From the many stories shared, one thing stood out: that Downey’s infectious positive attitude would make everyone he met feel welcomed, no matter who they were. 

Elon Dining Services employee and Fat Frogg bouncer killed in drunk driving incident

According to police, Downey was driving a moped when he was hit by a pickup truck driven by Elon resident Tyler LaPlaca. Downey was an Aramark employee who worked for Elon dining and was a bouncer at Fat Frogg Bar and Grill.  

Caroline Dean '18 named next Youth Trustee

Dean, who graduated from Elon May 19, will begin her service as an Elon University youth trustee on the Board of Trustees this Friday. The board elected her earlier in May. 

Burlington’s Food Co-Op is officially closing

BURLINGTON — After seven years in operation, Company Shops Market: Burlington's Food Co-Op have announced they will be officially closing on Sunday, May 27. The market located in downtown Burlington on East Front Street, 10 minutes from Elon's campus, sold a variety of organic and sustainably grown produce.

A look at the Love Graham Arts Festival

GRAHAM — Dancers, painters and puppies filled the heart of Graham during the first "Love Graham Arts Festival." The festival was hosted from May 19 to 20 by the Co|Operative and the Independent Artist Movement. Together the two organizations brought in more than a dozen artists from Alamance County to showcase their art.

Elon's 128th Commencement Day through the eyes of a 2018 graduate

Barang Phuk graduated in a two-part commencement ceremony hosted in Alumni Gym on May 19 alongside 1,400 of her classmates. The announcement that the ceremony would be moved indoors was made the night before graduation, following weather forecasts that indicated sporadic rain showers throughout the day.

New four-year engineering program to open this fall

A new engineering program and degree are being offered at Elon University. The College of Arts & Sciences will be expanding its engineering options next fall, from a dual-degree program to a four-year program. This will allow students to stay at Elon and pursue their degree in engineering.