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NEWS 9/8/22 3:12am

Elon faculty express concerns over note taker changes

By Avery Sloan

While Baris Kesgin, political science and policy studies professor, understands the necessity of accessible class notes for students who need accommodations, he is concerned about the effectiveness of Disabilities Resources' new pilot program, Glean, a service that records and transcribes lectures, eliminating the need for volunteer note takers in classrooms that utilize Glean. 

NEWS 9/7/22 4:11pm

Faucette House on East Trollinger Avenue sold

By Margaret Faust

The 100-year-old building sits across the tracks next to the post office—it looks like a house, but it functions as an office building. It’s called the Faucette House, and it has been sold. The four tenants who run businesses inside the house have to move out by the beginning of October. 

NEWS 9/6/22 6:13pm

How to avoid student loan relief scams

By Annemarie Bonner

Since President Joe Biden announced his plan to provide $10,000 in debt cancellation for millions of Americans and up to $10,000 more for people with great financial need, there have been spam calls targeting people with student loans. Elon University’s Director of Information Security Gary Sheehan explained how to avoid scams, what to do if you receive a scam and ways to report these scams. 

LIFESTYLE 9/6/22 4:26pm

Local Gibsonville business to celebrate one year opening

By Kyra O'Connor

When she found herself sitting in a hospital supporting her loved ones through chemotherapy treatment, Gibsonville resident and small business owner Tina Mardis said she needed something to keep her mind and hands busy. A lifelong crafter, Mardis decided not to turn to books or games, but to her love of crafting, to help her through the dark moments.

NEWS 9/3/22 3:05pm

New proposed changes to Title IX adds protection

By Avery Sloan

Title IX serves to protect against gender discrimination in any program that receives federal funding, including schools. It was established in 1972, and a person’s right to have an abortion was established in 1973 in the ruling of the Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade. 

SPORTS 9/2/22 11:37pm

Elon University cross country teams place first, second in Elon Opener

By Jacob Kisamore

The Elon University cross country teams began their seasons with strong showings at the Elon Opener. The women’s team placed first and the men’s team second in the team competitions. With 25 points, the women’s team won the team competition in the 4k race. The men’s team finished second to Duke in the 6k race, as Elon posted 54 points. 

NEWS 9/2/22 2:26pm

CHEAT SHEET: Buying into Biden's bill

By Ryan Kupperman

President Joe Biden signed a sweeping bill on Aug. 16 focused on counteracting climate change, as well as Medicare and health provisions and IRS resources, through the biggest investment in U.S. history. The $740 billion package consists of $80 billion to be pumped into the IRS and around $700 billion to be used for new spending and easing deficits. 

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NEWS 04/12/2026 2:36pm
Elon University looks to dismiss lawsuit from former professor

Elon University is seeking dismissal of former Elon professor of accounting Ray Knight’s federal lawsuit, which he filed against the university on Feb. 6. Knight alleges the university retaliated against him for whistleblowing, wrongfully denied him tenure, wrongfully terminated his employment and violated both federal whistleblower protections and North Carolina public policy. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina.

LIFESTYLE 04/12/2026 9:40am
Elon University dances for a cause

Elon University’s Alumni Gym was transformed into a sea of energy April 11 as the community gathered for the 2026 Elonthon. The six-hour dance marathon, one of Elon’s many philanthropic events, brought students together to raise over $47,000 for Duke Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Miracle Network, a nonprofit organization that raises funds for children's hospitals in the U.S. and Canada.

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