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NEWS 10/7/21 1:31pm

Ricky Hurtado speaks to the intersection between education reform and equity

By Graysen Shirley

 North Carolina House Representative Ricky Hurtado discussed the intersectionality of education reform and equity along with current challenges facing Latinx students within the public education sphere.  

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OPINIONS 10/6/21 8:33pm

ELON EATS: Taaza Indian Bistro’s 555 chicken is exactly what your taste buds need

By Eddie Keefe

Elon Eats is a column that reviews restaurants and food vendors in the local area.

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NEWS 10/6/21 5:49pm

CHEAT SHEET: The surge of Haitian migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border creates global impacts

By Graysen Shirley

Sandy Marshall, professor of geography who has taught a class at Elon focused on the U.S.-Mexico border, discusses why there has been a surge of Haitian migrants at the border and the international community’s response to this influx of migrants.

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NEWS 10/6/21 5:27pm

Sylvia Muñoz named assistant dean, director of the CREDE

By Sophie Rosenthal

Sylvia Muñoz was named assistant dean and director of the Center for Race, Ethnicity & Diversity Education on Wednesday, Oct. 6, after working four months in the interim position. 

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NEWS 10/6/21 4:37pm

Q&A with University Police Chief Joe LeMire

By Ellis Chandler

Elon University Police Chief Joe LeMire began his role on campus in March 2021, after a lengthy recruitment process that started in 2020. LeMire sat down with Elon News Network to discuss the 2020 Fire and Safety Report and safety measures on campus.

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SPORTS 10/6/21 2:09pm

Elon men’s soccer falls to Duke University

By Jacob Kisamore

Elon University’s men’s soccer team took an early lead against the Duke University Blue Devils, but ultimately came up short, losing 3-1.

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NEWS 10/5/21 8:57pm

LIVE BLOG: Burlington City Council and mayoral candidates face off to move onto general election

By Graysen Shirley and Gabriella Sable

LIVE BLOG: Voters in Burlington headed to the polls today to cast their ballots in the primary. 

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NEWS 10/5/21 2:17pm

Elon University students, faculty and staff eligible for COVID-19 booster vaccines

By Graysen Shirley

A university spokesperson said the booster vaccine is not a requirement for Elon students, faculty and staff.

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NEWS 10/5/21 1:11pm

Breaking down the updates to the Elon University student handbook

By Kyra O'Connor and Graysen Shirley

Elon University updated the Student Handbook, changing the university Title IX and sexual misconduct policy section on testimony parties and witnesses. 

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SPORTS 10/5/21 11:12am

Más que un juego: El camino de Carlos Marte al Beisbol de Elon

By Hope Valenti

De pie bajo las luces del Latham Baseball Park, el infielder Carlos Marte no pudo evitar reflexionar sobre cómo llegó allí. Desde los juegos de pelota en el jardín delantero en la República Dominicana hasta la NCAA, Marte acreditó su educación dominicana con la introducción del béisbol en su vida. Él ve su deporte como una manera de conectar más estrechamente con su cultura.

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SPORTS 10/5/21 11:12am

More than a game: Carlos Marte’s journey to Elon University baseball

By Hope Valenti

Standing under the lights of Latham Baseball Park, infielder Carlos Marte couldn’t help but reflect on how he got there. From front yard games of catch in the Dominican Republic to the NCAA, Marte credited his Dominican upbringing with introducing baseball into his life. He views his sport as a way of closer connecting with his culture. 

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OPINIONS 10/5/21 8:47am

ELON EATS: Prego’s fettuccine Alfredo is a must-have

By Eddie Keefe

Elon Eats is a column that reviews restaurants and food vendors in the local area.

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NEWS 10/5/21 12:25am

Elon Votes! adapts during non-presidential election year

By Avery Sloan

Elon Votes! spends each election year providing car rides to the polls, assisting with voting registration and educating others on the importance of participating in an election. This year with no presidential election to prepare for and no census to think about, Elon Votes! has an entirely different focus.  

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NEWS 10/5/21 12:09am

Town of Elon Board of Aldermen reflects on retiring fire chief, discusses community projects

By Ryan Kupperman

The town of Elon Board of Aldermen held an agenda session on Oct. 4. The board focused on ongoing COVID-19 sick leave and vaccination incentive policies for surrounding counties. The board  also discussed plans to refurbish Elon University’s baseball field and develop a community space downtown — in addition to welcoming a new Elon town police officer.

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NEWS 10/4/21 11:14pm

Town of Elon resident arrested after resisting public officer, disorderly conduct

By Elon News Network

A town of Elon resident was arrested on Oct. 2 for “resisting a public officer and disorderly conduct," according to a police report.

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NEWS 10/4/21 9:44pm

Councilman Harold Owen seeks reelection to Burlington City Council

By Gram Brownlee

Harold Owen, incumbent first-term Burlington city council member and former Burlington city manager, has always felt drawn to public service. Seeking reelection in the fall municipal elections in Alamance County, Owen’s platform is focused primarily on Burlington’s economic growth and development, housing issues, safety and communication between the city and the public.

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NEWS 10/4/21 9:25pm

Intersect Conference provides a space for discussion and education

By Madison Powers

The Intersect Conference provides a space for new discussion, education and community building.

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NEWS 10/4/21 7:46pm

El programa de mentores S.M.A.R.T. construye una comunidad para estudiantes hispanos y latinos en el campus

By Kyra O'Connor

El programa de Estudiantes Mentores Aconsejando a Nuevos Talentos (S.M.A.R.T. en inglés) fue establecido en 1994, como parte del Center for Race, Ethnicity & Diversity Education. 

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NEWS 10/4/21 4:21pm

Elon University S.M.A.R.T. Mentoring Program builds community for Hispanic and Latinx students on campus

By Kyra O'Connor

The Students Mentors Advising Rising Talent program was established in 1994, as a key part of the Center for Race, Ethnicity & Diversity Education. 

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NEWS 10/4/21 3:33pm

Elon University kicks off Sustainability week

By Haley Phelps

Elon University's annual fall campus Sustainability Week, held every October, begins today and features events hosted Monday through Friday across campus to celebrate the university's current practices and examine sustainable habits, specifically as the habits relate to energy use.   

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