The Edge

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SPORTS 9/17/21 11:28am

Elon University’s football team set to renew storied rivalry against Appalachian State

By Jack Spalding

The Elon University football team is set to take on one of its biggest rivals, the Appalachian State Mountaineers, this Saturday, Sept. 18 at 3:30 P.M in Boone, NC.  

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NEWS 9/17/21 9:08am

Pandemic affects leave of absence numbers at Elon University

By Nyah Phengsitthy

While the medical leave of absence has been available for years now for students, the pandemic leave of absence was offered beginning fall 2020 for students who felt uncomfortable returning to school because of COVID-19. Going into the 2021-22 academic years, LOA numbers have changed. 

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NEWS 9/16/21 10:27pm

Class of 2025 SGA senators, appointed senators sworn in

By Kyra O'Connor

The Elon University Student Government Association met on Sept. 16, 2021 for a business meeting. During the meeting, the newly elected class of 2025 senators and members of SGA appointed to vacant senator positions were sworn in.  

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NEWS 9/16/21 4:58pm

Elon University Vice President Emerita dies

By Joseph Navin

Vice President Emerita Jo Watts Williams died at the age of 92 at her home in Burlington today. Her death comes two months after the Dr. Jo Watts Williams School of Education was named in her honor. 

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NEWS 9/16/21 3:43pm

COVID-19 leads Elon University’s Public Health Society discussions, growth of group

By Nyah Phengsitthy

Elon’s Public Health Society was created to provide a community for students interested in public health. Discussing everyday issues, current events, programs and initiatives surround public health, the organization has the goals of bringing the community together. 

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LIFESTYLE 9/16/21 8:11am

Executive-in-residence to refine meaning of business at Elon University

By Miranda Ferrante

Kevin Trapani, the new executive-in-residence in the Love School of Business and CEO, hopes to bring his expertise not only to business majors, but to any student in the Elon Community. 

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SPORTS 9/15/21 10:56pm

Ten men not enough to buoy Elon to comeback win in High Point

By Luke Jackson

Elon University’s men’s soccer team attempted to rise from the ashes Wednesday night against High Point University, scoring two goals in the final eight minutes to take the rivalry matchup into overtime. 

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SPORTS 9/15/21 4:49pm

Elon University President Connie Book to serve as CAA conference representative for NCAA Division I Presidential Forum

By Kyra O'Connor

Elon University President Connie Book will represent the Colonial Athletic Association on the National Collegiate Athletic Association Presidential Forum. Book’s role was announced via Twitter by CAA Commissioner Joe D’Antonio.

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SPORTS 9/15/21 4:22pm

Elon University track and field coach competes in the Olympics

By Caleigh Lawlor

Elon University track and field assistant coach Laura Igaune’s Olympic journey started in 2019, when she threw an Olympic-qualifying mark of 71.61 meters at the Duke Invitational.

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OPINIONS 9/15/21 1:37pm

ELON EATS: 3/3 Stars For 3T’s Fried Chicken & Shakes

By Eddie Keefe

Elon Eats is a column that reviews restaurants and food vendors in the local area.

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SPORTS 9/15/21 12:52pm

Q&A with men’s soccer coach Marc Reeves, after 100th career win

By Bryson Byrnes

Elon University’s men’s soccer coach Marc Reeves earned his 100th win as a head coach when the Phoenix defeated Delaware 1-0 on Sept. 11, 2021.  

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NEWS 9/15/21 11:44am

CHEAT SHEET: Climate change plays an impactful role with hurricanes in North Carolina

By Graysen Shirley

The cheat sheet is an interview with a relevant expert to explain complex topics.

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NEWS 9/15/21 10:11am

Elon University fall concert experience returns to Schar Center

By Chloe Franklin

Elon University’s Student Union Board announced American rapper and singer Bryce Vine will headline this year’s fall concert. 

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NEWS 9/15/21 7:44am

Clohan Dining Hall revives burger joint, other stations remain vegan

By Brent Chandler

Elon Dining has reintroduced the Burger Joint in Clohan Dining Hall, while keeping some plant-based options as a result of overcrowded facilities and a need for protein options. 

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SPORTS 9/14/21 11:10pm

Elon University women’s volleyball loses in straight sets against UNC

By Jacob Kisamore

Despite a fast start, Elon’s volleyball team came up short against the North Carolina Tar Heels in Chapel Hill, losing in three sets. 

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NEWS 9/14/21 9:58pm

Elon University SGA announces freshman class election results

By Graysen Shirley

Class of 2025 representatives will be sworn into their new position at the next SGA business meeting on Sept. 16.

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NEWS 9/14/21 8:09pm

SGA to announce class of 2025 election results

By Graysen Shirley

Elon University’s Student Government Association will announce results of the class of 2025 elections on Tuesday night, Sept. 14, in downstairs Moseley. A total of 552 ballots were cast during the election period. 

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NEWS 9/14/21 4:43pm

Ongoing investigation for car thefts, break-ins

By Ellis Chandler

Elon Campus police, Town of Elon police and Burlington police are currently investigating a series of property crimes both on and off campus from over the weekend. 

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OPINIONS 9/13/21 4:25pm

ELON EATS: Saigon + Combination Fried Rice = Success

By Eddie Keefe

Elon Eats is a column that reviews restaurants and food vendors in the local area.

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NEWS 9/13/21 12:07pm

The Class of 2025 campaigns for Elon University Student Government

By Kyra O'Connor

Kicking off the campaign on Sept. 6, 2021, 13 members of the class of 2025 will be campaigning for senator and class Student Government Association positions. Elections will begin Tuesday, Sept. 14, at 7 a.m. and end at 7 p.m. that day.

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