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NEWS 2/9/13 1:46pm

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.


NEWS 2/8/13 7:57pm

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.


NEWS 2/7/13 9:56pm

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.


NEWS 2/6/13 7:21pm

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.


NEWS 2/6/13 6:58pm

The Last Word: It's all Greek to me

Returning to campus after Fake Break, I’m bracing myself for Hurricane Alpha, Beta, Omega. In my time at Elon University, my feelings on Greek Life have usually rested somewhere between loathing and tolerance. Last Winter Term, Greek Life felt so dominant on campus I thought I’d never have a healthy social life again.



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