Health & Wellness

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NEWS 5/6/12 10:55pm

Balancing science and art

By Ashley Fahey

For third year doctor of physical therapy student Ryan Mason, photography is a way to not only make some extra money, but to do something completely outside of the science world, just for himself. “What started off as something that was just kind of fun on the side became almost a necessity for me to have a break from (school),” Mason said.

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NEWS 5/6/12 10:53pm

Graduating the Elon Bubble

By Kyra Gemberling

Rigorous application processes. Waiting around for job offers. Making new living arrangements. Ask any graduating senior at Elon and they will say they’ve dealt with all this and more when making plans for what they’re going to do after leaving college this May. But for four of these seniors, their post-graduation to-do list includes something substantially larger and even a bit frightening – preparing to move to another country all together. “Right now, globalization is everywhere, so it’s good to find a job offer abroad,” said senior Hiroshi Wada, who will be working for Pfizer, a pharmaceutical company in Japan, after he graduates. Not only are the economic aspects beneficial, but working internationally often entails doing something worthwhile to achieve the coveted status of “global citizen,” a term Elon promotes regularly through on-campus programs and lectures. “My goal is to find something that I can be passionate about and bring it back over here (to the United States) in future endeavors,” said senior Gayla Carr, who will be moving to Italy to teach English to children. And though they may have a general goal in mind for moving to a different country, these students can all agree on one thing: They have no idea what to expect. Life decisions on a whim Brett Brawerman: Peace Corps in Moldova As the creator of his own independent major, sports and health business, senior Brett Brawerman always thought he would be working in sports marketing after he graduated. When he heard that a friend of his had applied for the Peace Corps, Brawerman didn’t think much of it.

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NEWS 5/6/12 2:01pm

Dogs, cats and bunnies - oh my!

By Kyra Gemberling

It’s common knowledge that animal lovers at Elon are typically disappointed to know that on-campus housing only allows the keeping of fish as pets. But for some students, off-campus housing is a prime opportunity to enjoy all the comfort that a home offers, including the chance to have various types of pets. “Having an animal is great because you know there’s always something there that depends on you and will love you unconditionally,” said sophomore Kristi Oristian, who lives off-campus with her rabbit, Lumpy (both pictured above). Oristian received Lumpy as a present for her 18th birthday before she came to college.

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NEWS 5/6/12 2:00pm

Beat stress before it beats you

By Katie Kolls

It’s that time of year — finals will soon be here, meaning that students will probably spend their last weeks of school studying and facing a heavy load of anxiety. Not taking an occasional de-stress break from studying can actually hinder your ability to stay focused.

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NEWS 5/6/12 2:00pm

Stay active during your summer vacation through fun exercise

By Megan Porter

When thinking about a relaxing vacation, a exercise and workout routine might not be the first thing to pop to mind.

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NEWS 5/6/12 1:59pm

Internship success from head to toe

By Rebecca Wickel

Tips for how to dress for your internship this summer Outfit: There’s one rule for what you’re wearing: When in doubt, it’s out.

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NEWS 5/6/12 1:59pm

How to be a great summer intern

By Kate Riley

Tips brought to you by Ross Wade, Assistant Director of Career Services for the School of Communications 1.

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NEWS 5/6/12 1:10pm

GOP candidates wage war of words

By Dan Quackenbush

Contraception. National debt. Same-sex marriage. Religion. Healthcare. Just words, right? These words have been the weapons that each GOP primary candidate has brandished vehemently for the last several months.

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NEWS 5/6/12 1:05pm

O’Reilly’s coverage of Breivik shows lack of cultural understanding

By Caitlin O'Donnell

The ‘other’ throughout American history is generally easy to spot. Look for a catastrophic event or significant movement that propels them into the national spotlight.

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NEWS 5/6/12 1:00pm

Responsible opposition, every time?

By Ian Luther

On Monday, April 23, Congress voted on CISPA, the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Intelligence Act, and not surprisingly, it passed easily.

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NEWS 5/6/12 12:57pm

Some like it hot, some like it cold

By Christine Williams

Ask most any college student which they like better, winter or summer, and a lot would say summer. Summer means vacation, sun and the beach.

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NEWS 5/6/12 12:52pm

London sets new standards in Olympic planning

By Julia Miller

Sustainability. Legacy. Rejuvenation. These form the backbone of London 2012 planning, all tying together in a comprehensive package. Once completed, the Olympic Stadium will be the most sustainable  ever built, using less steel, low-carbon concrete and even building the top ring of the stadium with gas pipes left over from a previous project.

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NEWS 5/6/12 12:48pm

Injured MLB players return to the game

By Andrew Wilson

There have been a lot of headlines in the offseason surrounding star players, but what about the star players that are coming back from serious injuries that kept them off the field for most of, if not all of last season?

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NEWS 5/6/12 12:40pm

Coast to Coast Drama: New York

By Kyle Maher

No place in the world has drama like the New York City. The city has the most famous sports teams in the world and the most passionate fans in the country, bar none.

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NEWS 5/6/12 12:34pm

Coast to Coast Drama: Los Angeles

By Matt Dowdle

No one can deny that Los Angeles is full of stars and is arguably the place to be on the West Coast.

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NEWS 5/5/12 7:54pm

4 Life Lessons We Learned from Walt Disney

By Rebecca Iannucci

Here’s a social experiment. Next time you’re in your dorm with suitemates, or taking a road trip with friends, grab your iPod and play “I’ll Make a Man Out of You.” As Donny Osmond’s silky-smooth voice filters through the speakers, take note of how many people can recite the song without missing a single lyric (some may even add animated gestures while they sing). As long as you’re singing with fellow college students, I’m willing to bet at least half of your group will complete the song seamlessly. Disney movies like “Mulan,” which graced us with the song in question, have been a cornerstone of our lives since we were old enough to walk.

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NEWS 5/5/12 7:51pm

Overrated: MPPA determines our movie habits more than it should

By Rebecca Wickel

When I saw “Titanic” for the first time, my mom covered my eyes. Sex scenes were not OK in my household until I was in junior high, which is fair.

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NEWS 5/5/12 7:48pm

Music Reviews: Nicki Minaj and Fun.

By Mary Kate Brogan

"Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded" by Nicki Minaj Release Date: Apr. 3, 2012 If you like: Kanye West, Rihanna Notable songs: Starships, Pound the Alarm, Marilyn Monroe Nicki Minaj has been a star for quite some time, getting “50k for a verse, no album out” in Nov.

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NEWS 5/5/12 7:46pm

Film Reviews: 'The Five Year Engagement' and 'The Avengers'

By Megan Porter

"The Avengers" Marvel’s “The Avengers” is what director Joss Whedon calls an “old fashioned” and “bigger than life” summer movie.

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NEWS 5/5/12 7:40pm

Are Big Cities the Best Place for Recent College Grads?

By Tanza Loudenback

Graduation is nearing once again and seniors must find jobs and a new place to call home. The choices graduates make about where to live fresh out of Elon University shape their careers — and lives — as they are tossed into corporate America.

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