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LIFESTYLE 2/20/26 3:30pm

Surrounded by sound: “Rent” transforms McCrary Theater with immersive audio

By Charlotte Pfabe

With 10 speakers and an immersive sound setup, audiences heard a different version of McCrary Theatre for Elon University’s Performing Arts production of “Rent”. All four performances of “Rent” were sold out, according to Elon’s Performing Arts website.

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NEWS 2/20/26 11:30am

State Senate primary threatens to topple North Carolina’s political hierarchy

By Miles Hayford

Over his 26 years in the North Carolina State Senate, Sen. Phil Berger has carved out significant influence, and since becoming the Senate leader in 2011, he has been one of the most powerful political players in the state. But Berger’s grip on the state’s Republican Party is now at risk of tumbling away due to a popular, cowboy hat-wearing sheriff from Rockingham County. Sam Page, who has been the sheriff of Rockingham County since 1998, is running against Berger for State Senate District 26, which includes Rockingham County and parts of Guilford County.

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LIFESTYLE 2/20/26 8:30am

Jazz ensemble brings sounds of New Orleans to Elon

By Abby Gravely

McCrary Theatre received a taste of New Orleans with a concert from Tuba Skinny, a seven-piece Jazz ensemble based in Louisiana. The show was full of foot-tapping and spirited, complex solos from each of the different instrumentalists. 

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NEWS 2/19/26 9:43pm

JetZero CEO discusses future plans of flight with Elon community

By Emma Luckman

The LaRose Digital Theatre was filled with members of the Elon community Feb. 19 as Tom O’Leary shared his journey of becoming the CEO of JetZero. JetZero is an aerospace company focused on developing a blended wing body jet designed to reduce fuel burn, emissions and noise dramatically. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/19/26 7:00pm

Elon University students reflect on Black History Month

By Gaby Maldonado

A collection of quotes from Elon University students about what Black History Month means to them.

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LIFESTYLE 2/19/26 3:45pm

NC walking challenges and groups fuel health, wellness

By Monika Jurevicius

For the past 12 years, the Elon faculty/staff walking challenge has provided a space for Elon employees to stay active and create connections around campus. There has been a spring walking challenge for the past two years, with this spring’s theme being “Elon Olympics Walking Challenge: Race for the Gold.” 

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NEWS 2/19/26 1:31pm

Elon University mobile printing system scheduled for emergency upgrade Feb. 20

By Kathan Gandhi and Alice Morrissey

In an email sent to students Feb. 19, Elon Information Technology announced an issue affecting Elon’s mobile printing system. IT wrote that they are looking to resolve these issues by undergoing an emergency upgrade that will occur Feb. 20. According to the email, while repairs are underway, students will not be able to print. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/19/26 11:49am

Elon’s spring dance concert explores different cultures, experiences in ‘Roots and Horizons’

By Karsyn Vann

Hope, despair, community and resilience are just some of the themes explored in Elon University’s spring dance concert titled “Roots and Horizons.” Directed by assistant professor of dance, Keshia Gee, the concert will feature works from six choreographers, including Elon faculty and guest artists.

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NEWS 2/19/26 8:15am

Elon, Queens University merger team makes plans for the joint institution

By Liya Rike and Pearson Dyslin

Elon University and Queens University's merger integration team said the upcoming merger is moving forward with strong collaboration and a shared focus on students. Queens President Emerita Pamela Davies explained that this semester is focused on building a shared culture before the institutions officially join.

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SPORTS 2/18/26 8:05pm

Elon tennis player hopes to provide platform for other athletes with Type 1 diabetes

By Benjamin Berfield

Since sophomore tennis player Nikola Parichkov was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in October 2022, he said his family has been extremely supportive and it extends onto the tennis court. He said everyone treats him normally, which especially matters to him. 

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NEWS 2/18/26 5:55pm

Despite price reduction, Elon external abroad fee sparks concern among students

By Alannah Klingsporn

Starting in fall 2026, Elon University will implement a new price for its external study abroad fee. The fee, which was previously $4,700 for several years, but was reduced to a $3,500 fee, will apply to all students participating in approved affiliate semester programs, such as Semester at Sea and the Theater Academy of London. The fee is part of the billing structure for study abroad, which also includes health, safety and a sustainability fee. 

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NEWS 2/18/26 2:07pm

Danieley apartment renovations next academic year will require student relocation

By Abigail Hines

Danieley apartments A through F will see phased renovations during the 2026-2027 academic year. Director of Residence Life Kirsten Carrier said the specifics of what the upgrades will entail have not been finalized yet, but the flooring, lighting and kitchen appliances will likely be replaced. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/18/26 11:06am

Elon University Belk Library hosts African American Literature Read-In

By Elissa Leka

Students gathered at Elon University’s Belk Library on Feb. 17 to share poetry and prose with the Elon community —turning literature into an opportunity for expression during Black History Month. The event opened with a reading from assistant professor of English Dan Burns, who shared an excerpt from “The Nickel Boys”. He chose the book knowing that he was about to head over to Global Neighbourhood for a film screening of the movie adaptation. 

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NEWS 2/18/26 8:05am

Forever chemical found in well at Eli Whitney Fire Department

By Alice Morrissey

The Eli Whitney Fire Department released a press release saying that PFAS scientifically known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, were found in the water supply from its well. The discovery came after tests were conducted as part of the statewide firefighting research program passed by the legislature in 2023. As part of this program, the North Carolina Collaboratory tested water wells at 411 rural fire stations across North Carolina.

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LIFESTYLE 2/17/26 2:45pm

Local Black-owned businesses promote relationships, fill needs in community

By Abby Gravely

When clients visit Crown Slayer Salon in downtown Gibsonville, they go for more than just the hairstyles. Owner and stylist Bonita Garner works to provide everyone who sits down in her chair an outlet to talk, ask for advice or just connect. Together they form a relationship that is more than just stylist and client, but one of openness and mutual trust. 

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NEWS 2/17/26 11:20am

Brandon Enoch’s Trail for Green Level widens

By Alex Nettles

A long road led Brandon Enoch to become the town administrator of Green Level, a role assumed at the beginning of this year. He first worked in Green Level as the parks and recreation director. Now, he wants to bring the Green Level Woodland Trail, adventure tourism and a higher tax base to the town. 

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NEWS 2/17/26 8:54am

Elon University ranks 9th for on-campus technological integration

By Evan Cooper

Elon University is ranked the ninth best high-tech college campus by University Magazine, a publication that reports news about colleges and universities to inform students and prospective students. It is the highest ranking high-tech campus in the state of North Carolina, above Duke University at twelfth.

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NEWS 2/16/26 10:44pm

Ground breaks on biggest investment project in Burlington history

By Alice Morrissey

The ground officially broke Feb. 16 at the new distribution center location for Ahold Delhaize USA, the parent company of the grocery store chain, Food Lion. Located near the border of Alamance and Guilford counties, construction has begun on the $860 million project.

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LIFESTYLE 2/16/26 5:54pm

Elon alum details the experiences of fatherhood in children's book ‘We Love you ForAva!’

By Trista Panagakos

For Jeffrey and Corddarryl Williamson-Rose, adoption was an option they were considering months before their wedding. They debated other ways to grow their family, but after getting married in September 2022, they began the adoption process. The Williamson-Roses’ adoption journey began with a home study, a procedure where a social worker ensures the parents hoping to adopt are fit to care for and provide for a child. 

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NEWS 2/16/26 3:00pm

Online apparel store files to dissolve after Elon trademark infringement lawsuit

By Miles Hayford

Elon University has filed a federal lawsuit against a Washington-based online apparel seller, alleging that it is infringing on its trademarks. After the suit was filed by Elon on Feb. 11, the company began the process of winding down operations on Feb. 13, according to articles of dissolution filed with the Washington Secretary of State.

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