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EDITORIAL: Why a Liberal Arts education is important

It’s easy to doubt the importance of a liberal arts education in everyday life, especially when weighing the value of certain courses for potential career paths. But we should take advantage of ways in which this type of education can help us advance in life, both personally and professionally.

WILKES: Vote to change your community

The importance of one’s vote is often overlooked, under-appreciated and undervalued. People want to stay away from politics because it is a polarizing subject, and while someone may not want to talk about politics, this doesn't mean they shouldn’t vote. Voting is a pivotal part of a democracy, and it is another outlet for students to express their political ideologies and make social changes. 

History at Pine Hill

From veterans in World Wars I and II to the Spanish-American War, this cemetery holds centuries of history beneath its surface.

From pastor to runner: Elon professor juggles with the many facets of his life

To most students at Elon University, Mark Fox is just a professor known for his demanding public speaking course. But outside of class, Fox travels the world on mission trips, delivers sermons at his church every Sunday and is the father of seven homeschooled children.

Class of 2022 elects SGA officers, Adams named class president

SGA Executive President Kenneth Brown Jr. will appoint a freshman president at a later date.

Alamance County announces local State of Emergency, calls for preparedness

Alamance County declared a local “State of Emergency” effective immediately Thursday morning, as the area prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Florence.

NRA flag removed from Smith Hall window because of Residence Life policy

A resident in Smith Hall hung an NRA flag out of his window, igniting emotions and debate on campus.

Classes canceled Thursday and Friday as Elon braces for Florence

Elon University will  be closed on Thursday and Friday.  Beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday, all classes, offices, student activities and athletic events will be suspended until further notice. 

The 17th Anniversary of 9/11

Hurricane Florence expected to make landfall on North Carolina on Thursday

Elon University announced that administrators will be monitoring the path of Hurricane Florence, which is expected to hit landfall late Thursday, according to the National Hurricane Center. 

Elon University students connected to Parkland tragedy enact their own change

Elon University students and alumni of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School speak on the loss and political movement in the long-term wake of the Valentine's Day shooting at the Parkland, Florida high school.

BECK: Elon is more than Greek Life

Spending your time worrying about recruitment for a sorority or fraternity isn't worth it, columnist Melissa Beck writes.

Elon pummels Furman 45-7 in first home game of the season

The Phoenix scored most points in a game in last five years in grudge match with Paladins.

MaGerks Elon officially open for business after months of delay

MaGerks Pub and Grill Elon is officially open for business. It opened its doors in line with Elon's first home football game of the season against Furman University.

Women's soccer falls to Charlotte

Elon University's women's soccer team fell to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte 49ers at Rudd Field on Thursday night. With a 2-0 loss, Elon fell to a 2-2-3 record, and Charlotte improved to 4-2.

SGA moves this month's town hall meeting to Sept. 20

SGA will hold the first town hall meeting of the year on Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. in Moseley 215.

MaGerks Elon days away from opening

The long awaited MaGerks Pub & Grill is just days away from opening. After originally announcing an open date of June 2018, additional add-ons forced the opening to be pushed back. 

MORRIS: What matters most in college

In some cases, experience outside the classroom is more valuable to a student's future than skills gained exclusively in class, ENN contributor Grace Morris writes.

Students still lack knowledge of mental health resources despite new university efforts

New campaigns surrounding mental health and wellness need better marketing, students say 

Elon Eats: Salvation Coffee Co.

Salvation Coffee Company is a freedom-loving, family-oriented business; a home for cold brews, casual conversation and good music.