The Edge

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NEWS 8/21/22 3:34pm

Elon University President Connie Book discusses tuition increase, campus growth

By Chloe Franklin

Elon University President Connie Book sat down with Elon News Network before the beginning of the academic year to discuss a number of topics including monkeypox, diversity efforts and the university’s plans for expansion.  

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NEWS 8/21/22 1:44pm

Elon University engineers find home sweet home

By Ryan Kupperman

Students in the fall 2021 Engineering Design for Service class watched through the window of their McMichael classroom as the first brick was laid for Elon’s new Innovation Quad. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/20/22 2:14pm

Elon University hosts family send-off picnic

By Ryan Kupperman

Following New Student Convocation Aug. 20, freshmen and their families gathered just outside of Lakeside Dining Hall for the family picnic. For many families, this is the last meal they will share with their children before heading home and leaving them to start the 2022-23 academic year. 

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NEWS 8/20/22 1:12pm

Elon University’s New Student Convocation signals start of academic careers

By Miranda Ferrante and Ellis Chandler

More than 1,700 students from the class of 2026 and more than 100 transfer students passed by the old Main Bell in the Alamance Building Aug. 20, marking the beginning of New Student Convocation and their academic careers at Elon.

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NEWS 8/20/22 12:19pm

Harris Teeter offers 20 cents off fuel to welcome college students, families over move-in weekend

By Kyra O'Connor

The promotion, announced Aug. 20, includes select Harris Teeters near Duke University, East Carolina University, University of North Carolina Charlotte, Appalachian State University, Davidson College and Elon University all offering the promotion. 

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NEWS 8/20/22 11:33am

Alamance County identifies first case of monkeypox

By Ellis Chandler

Alamance County has identified its first case of monkeypox, according to the Alamance County Health Department.

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NEWS 8/19/22 12:18pm

Elon University international students wrap up orientation

By Chloe Franklin

Incoming international students attended the International Student Orientation closing breakfast in Global Commons today, Aug. 19 to mark the end of international orientation and the beginning of their semester at Elon. 

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NEWS 8/19/22 12:08pm

Historic Neighborhood residents excited to create original experiences

By Jules Martin

Lizzie Strouse is no stranger to Elon's campus. Her two older sisters, classes of 2022 and 2024, are also members of the Elon community. As the third Strouse sister to pursue her four years here, she said she’s excited to create her own experience.

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SPORTS 8/19/22 11:03am

Elon University student-athletes help new students move in

By Jacob Kisamore

On this year’s move-in day, Elon University will again renew a tradition that began in 2019, as the school’s varsity fall sports teams will assist with new-student move-in. 

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NEWS 8/19/22 8:13am

PHOTO GALLERY: Photos of the week

By Elon News Network

Elon News Network photographers capture moments throughout Planning Week 

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LIFESTYLE 8/19/22 7:00am

Names to know at Elon University

By Elon News Network

Ahead of the start of the 2022-23 academic year, Elon News Network compiled a list of individuals to note on camps. 

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SPORTS 8/18/22 11:51pm

Elon University women’s soccer defeats American in season opener

By Jacob Kisamore

Elon senior Bethany Harford was emotional when she stepped onto the pitch at Rudd Field prior to the Elon University women’s soccer team’s season opener against the American University Eagles. After missing all of last season due to injury, Harford felt relieved to be back playing again. 

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NEWS 8/18/22 7:07pm

Q&A with Dean of Students Jana Lynn Patterson

By Miranda Ferrante

Elon University announced it will extend and expand its partnership with TimelyCare, the virtual telehealth portal that provides students with free 24-hour access to medical and mental health hotlines, into the 2022-23 academic year on Aug. 11.  

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NEWS 8/18/22 4:40pm

Elon University announces plans for possible rain on Convocation

By Miranda Ferrante

With the possibility of thunderstorms and lightning in the forecast during New Student Convocation on Aug. 20, Elon University will announce at 6 a.m. Saturday morning if the event will be moved to a rain location. 

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NEWS 8/18/22 2:54pm

Mediterranean Deli closes permanently

By Miranda Ferrante

Mediterranean Deli, in downtown Elon, posted a sign on its door announcing the permanent closure of this location after four years. 

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OPINIONS 8/18/22 2:10pm

Letters from the leaders: Black Student Union President Christina Carr

By Christina Carr

Senior Christina Carr is the president of the Black Student Union, the central governing body and root organization for Black students on campus. Courtesy of Christina Carr. 

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OPINIONS 8/18/22 2:10pm

Letters from the leaders: Student Body President Nadine Jose

By Nadine Jose

Elon senior and Student Government Association Executive President Nadine Jose welcomes the class of 2026 to the university ahead of move-in Aug. 19.  

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NEWS 8/18/22 11:07am

Colonnades Neighborhood, Danieley Center welcome Elon University class of 2026

By Avery Sloan

With Clohan dining hall and the Fountain Market as its nearest dining options, the Colonnades Neighborhood values sustainability. It is also home to the Koury Business Center. The Danieley Center neighborhood may seem far from the heart of campus, but that doesn’t count it out. Danieley can be found past the Colonnades Neighborhood, and it is made up of apartment and flat style residence halls.

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NEWS 8/18/22 11:07am

Elon University freshmen move-in at East Neighborhood

By Ryan Kupperman

Built in 2018, East Neighborhood is Elon’s newest student neighborhood. With three residence halls, the neighborhood is the host of four LLCs: PAIDEIA, service, honors pavilion and the Elon College fellows. Like Historic, East is made up mostly of freshmen students. East is located just past the Academic Village, next to the Jimmy Powell Tennis Center. 

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NEWS 8/18/22 11:07am

Class of 2026 arrives in Elon University's Historic Neighborhood

By Miranda Ferrante

At the core of Elon’s original campus, Historic Neighborhood connects the university with its beginnings. The neighborhood has six residence halls, mostly filled with freshmen. It is located near Academic Village and The McEwen School of Communications, as well as Downtown Elon. Neighborhood amenities include the McEwen Dining Hall and LaRose Commons. There are three Living Learning Communities: communications, sports management and outdoor learning. The neighborhood’s theme is Elon traditions and history. 

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