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Saturday's basketball game postponed due to possible mumps outbreak at JMU

The Elon University men's basketball game against James Madison University Saturday, Feb. 10 has been postponed. JMU announced they would not be competing this week after members of the team could have been exposed to a possible mumps outbreak on campus.  In a press release on Tuesday, Feb. 6, the athletics department said the postponement was to prevent "potential exposure to opposing players."

A day in the life of Elon Cheerleading

There are lots of sports teams at Elon, but one that often gets overlooked is the Phoenix cheerleading team. Tumbles, cartwheels, cheers and other stunts are all a part of a cheerleader’s game day routine – though the careful detail is sometimes not seen from the fan’s perspective.

Facing the realities of immigration

Smith vandalism damage costs exceed $100,000

Vandalism damages to the first floor bathroom in Smith residence hall have exceeded $100,000, according to Jon Dooley, vice president of Student Life. Elon University is planning to charge all Smith residents $300 at the end of the semester. 

Elon senior arrested for drunk driving incident after crash

Elon University senior Meghan Ann McSharry was arrested early Saturday morning on a charge of driving while impaired.  

Women's basketball ends James Madison's 11-game winning streak with a 50-43 win

James Madison University's 11-game winning streak ended today after the Elon University women's basketball team won 50-43.  Though the game started off with several turnovers from both teams, Elon managed to end with 16 points in the first period— a 10 point lead over James Madison. It was an important game for the Phoenix as they lost their first match against the Dukes, so there was no room for anything but a strong start and an even stronger finish.

Super Bowl 52 at Elon - Campus and game coverage

The Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots are facing off in Super Bowl 52 tonight. Elon News Network has your continuing coverage of watch parties, game results and reactions from students around campus. 

Feel Better Burlington offers free yoga to first responders

Every Saturday from 12 to 1 a unique group gathers in this hot yoga studio in downtown Burlington to sweat out the stress of the week. This group faces a particularly unique set of challenges and stresses through their weeks. Everyone in the room is, or is married to, a first responder. 

Elon uses hot start to cruise past Delaware

In the past, the Elon University men’s basketball team has had no trouble containing the University of Delaware.  Tonight’s contest was no different. The Phoenix handled the visiting Blue Hens 89-76 to extend their all-time record to 7-1 against the University of Delaware.

SGA opens up discussion about FSL

Students took a close look at the positives and negatives of Fraternity and Sorority Life at Elon University during SGA’s open forum. Affiliated and unaffiliated students alike joined together to discuss what it means to be in FSL, why it is important to the culture of Elon and how the community can improve. 

'Black culture is very much here and it's alive'

On the first official day of Black History Month, students came together to participate in the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education's “Black History Month Event Kickoff: For The Culture, Express Yourself,” where participants transformed a blank canvas into art reflecting their feelings on black culture.

Elon to limit study abroad trips to 80 students

Elon University will begin limiting study abroad trips to a maximum of 80 students per trip according to Associate Director of Study Abroad Bill Burress. 

Students engaged during President Trump's first State of the Union address

MaGerks Pub and Grill coming to Elon

A new bar is coming to Elon. Magerks Pub and Grill, a franchise with locations in Philadelphia and Baltimore, plans to open by early April in the old West End Station location. 

Smith dormitory bathroom vandalized again

The first floor bathroom of Smith Dormitory was vandalized for the second time this school year according to a Elon Campus police report obtained by Elon News Network. 

Elon News Network's Best of 2017

These are the best things about Elon — as voted by you.

Truck driver crashes into building on south campus

A truck driver crashed into the Psychology and Human Service Studies building Thursday afternoon causing damage to exterior.

Elon Law School announces promotions

Former professor files 2,270 page response in 2017 discrimination case against Elon

A year after the start of former assistant professor Michael Rodriguez's discrimination lawsuit against Elon University, the next step of his case has been taken. On Jan. 19, Rodriguez filed 2,270 pages worth of declarations and exhibits in response to Elon’s motion to dismiss his case.

New McEwen Dining options announced, no longer includes Chick-fil-A

New dining options were announced for McEwen Dining Hall Tuesday, Jan. 23. The dining options have expanded, but now exclude Chick-fil-A.