Features

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NEWS 9/10/13 5:00am

Summer games with Italian flavor: Elon volleyball gains experience, memories from trip abroad

By Max Garland

Of all the ways in which the Elon University volleyball team stood out this summer, their height difference was easily the most noticeable. The “walking red giants,” as members of the team called themselves, spent a week in Italy and Switzerland this summer and gained valuable experience from their four matches against regional club teams.

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NEWS 9/9/13 11:09pm

Hungarian composer pushes Elon professor towards research, performance project

By Jessica Petrocchi

Though she loves to play all classical music on the piano, Elon University Professor of Music Victoria Fischer Faw’s recital Sept.

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NEWS 9/9/13 8:23pm

SGA Election: Q&As with freshman candidates

By Katherine Blunt

Freddy Suppes: President Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio Intended Majors: Communications and Political Science What inspired you to run for freshman class president? My past leadership in SGA inspired me.

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NEWS 9/9/13 6:03pm

Local Politicans on Syria

By jbruno

Local politicians are divided over military action in Syria. Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) endorsed military action in Syria on August 28: "It is time for the United States and our NATO allies to take necessary, punitive military action against the Syrian regime and send a clear signal to its leadership, and others in the region who may be contemplating using weapons of this nature, that there are consequences for these actions." Sen.

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NEWS 9/9/13 5:49pm

Graham Man Charged With Killing Elon Woman

By jbruno

A Graham man is facing second degree murder charges for a fatal wreck in June on the intersection of University Drive and Manning Avenue. William Scott, 36, is also charged with Felony and Misdemeanor Death by Motor Vehicle and Second Degree Murder. Elon Police say Scott was driving a 2013 Jeep Wrangler when he collided with Veocia Warren, 63 of Elon, in her 2003 Chevrolet Impala. Warren died as a result of the collision. According to the Elon Police, Scott's blood alcohol content during the accident was .22. Scott is being held in Alamance County jail on $225,000 bail.

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NEWS 9/9/13 5:33pm

Alamance County 9/11 Memorial Events

By jbruno

The following are local events honoring the many lost lives in the 9/11 attacks. Elon: There are no 9/11 memorial events at Elon. Burlington: Burlington Fire Department will sound sirens and salute in silence at 8:46 a.m.

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NEWS 9/9/13 1:57pm

Duke, Georgetown highlight 2013-2014 men's basketball schedule

By Andrew Wilson

Since Elon University men's basketball coach Matt Matheny was hired, the Elon men's basketball schedule has been progressively tougher year after year. On the heels of a Southern Conference semifinal loss to the College of Charleston and a loss to Canisius College in the first round of the CIT in March, Elon released the 2013-2014 slate Monday, Sept.

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NEWS 9/9/13 12:09pm

Your guide to Fantasy Football promise land

By Jordan Spritzer

With the highly anticipated first week of the NFL season behind us, it’s time to finally get down to business — fantasy football. Those mouthwatering picks you thought you had during your draft have turned your “dream team” into a nightmare.

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NEWS 9/9/13 12:00pm

Baltimore Ravens a shell of their Super Bowl champion selves

By Kyle Maher

Anyone who watched last week’s game between the reigning world champion Baltimore Ravens and the Denver Broncos saw how little this year’s Ravens team mirrors the team that lifted the Lombardi trophy last year in New Orleans. Obviously, the Ravens were dealt a blow this offseason when seven starters — most notably linebacker Ray Lewis and safety Ed Reed — either retired or left town for more lucrative contracts.

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NEWS 9/9/13 6:22am

Birgit Hall - 2013-09-09 06:22:58

 

Our K-9 Handler school, Seminar and certifications starts today. This will be going on for 3 weeks and is hosted by Alert K-9 of Reidsville, NC, Triangle K-9, Elon Police Department, Gibsonville Police Department and the United States Law Enforcement Canine Association.

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NEWS 9/8/13 11:52pm

Phoenix cruise past in-state rival High Point 5-0

By Andrew Wilson

The score spoke for itself Sunday, Sept. 8. The Elon University women's soccer team welcomed High Point University to Rudd Field and just as quickly as they got to the game, the Phoenix dispatched the Panthers with a convincing 5-0 victory. Becoming somewhat of a rivalry game in recent years for the Phoenix and the Panthers, Elon dominated from the start, got on the board early and never looked back. "The only time we've had this big of a win is against (the University of Tennessee at) Chattanooga," said senior forward Catherine Brinkman.

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NEWS 9/8/13 11:18pm

Historical Torah is Brought to Elon

By arose8

The Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah celebrates a new year, when Jews reflect on their lives through the teachings of the Torah, and according to Hillel Development and Jewish Life Associate Ginny Vellani, the Torah is "special." "The Jews respect the Torah like it was a person," Vellani said. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/GLwWjIe6JWM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> But the Torah isn't read like your average book; they are carefully written out, letter by letter, with a special Hebrew calligraphy. "That person trains their entire life to have the skills to write a Torah," Vellani said.

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NEWS 9/8/13 11:17pm

Elon welcomes Biscuitville in grand opening ceremony

By Michael Bodley

Elon University held a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday for Biscuitville, the newest addition to Lakeside Dining Hall’s Winter Garden Cafe. Serving its staple Southern offerings of biscuits made from scratch and a host of breakfast meats, Biscuitville will offer Elon students breakfast options all day long, from 7 a.m.

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NEWS 9/8/13 11:15pm

Elon men's soccer sweeps UNCW Classic against Mercer and Presbyterian

By Kyle Maher

The Elon University men’s soccer team followed two different scripts through the UNCW Classic Friday, Sept.

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NEWS 9/8/13 5:44pm

From UFO to IFO: A lesson in terrestrial logic

By Katherine Blunt

There they were, gliding soundlessly above me in the night. One glowing orange orb had slowly emerged from over the tree line, flying lower than a commercial aircraft but too high to discern any detail.

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NEWS 9/8/13 5:38pm

On 'Save Yourself, Start Again': Long Lost isn't much of a winner

By Frankie Campisano

Boston’s Long Lost is a band that will fly under the radar of many outside the band’s respective music scene.

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NEWS 9/8/13 5:28pm

Important Tips Every Freshman Should Know

By amercier4

The school year has just begun and every new experience seems exciting and fresh, but living on your own can sometimes be a challenge.

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NEWS 9/8/13 4:50pm

Moving on: Elon football adjusts to life without Mellette

By Matt Krause

For the last four years, Elon University football has seen wide receiver Aaron Mellette break numerous school records while torching opposing Southern Conference defenses with ease. The hype and attention surrounding Mellette grew as he made more and more exciting plays and put up spectacular numbers as his Elon career progressed.

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NEWS 9/8/13 3:57pm

Football uses offseason for strength, chemistry

By Matt Krause

The word “chemistry” might take one’s mind back to a high school science lab. For the Elon University football team, chemistry refers to getting all 11 players on both sides of the ball to play as one. Following the team’s spring game, the Phoenix discussed how important the summer would be for team bonding and building strength through workouts.

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NEWS 9/8/13 3:42pm

Underage Drinking Rights

By scowans

Underage drinking is a common issue on college campuses and sometimes Elon students are unsure how to react when approached by a police officer, especially if they've been drinking underage. Here are some things to think about when it comes to students knowing their rights. "When an officer actually says 'hey stop' or "let me ask you a few questions,' you're not free to leave," Kristina Marshall, an attorney in Graham, N.C., said. But there are some situations where it's fine to walk away. "If an officer comes up to you when you're just hanging out and says 'Hey how about the Phoenix... how about your classes,' you're still free to go," Marshall said.

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