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NEWS 4/9/14 9:15pm

Rachel Ramirez unifying Elon defense

By Kate Murphy

Thrill. Aggression. Confidence. These three elements form the foundation of the success of Elon University women’s lacrosse goalie Rachel Ramirez. “Rachel is a huge confidence builder.

NEWS 4/9/14 5:28pm

Elon alumnus cast in 'Bring it On: The Musical' national tour

By Meghan Mahoney

In kindergarten, Elon University alumnus Tyler Bertolone stood nervously on the back of the stage with his hands in his pockets in his first performance, “The Wizard of Oz.” The California native laughed while discussing his debut in theater and said “it wasn’t very impressive.” Bertolone, a music theater major, graduated from Elon in May 2013, and by November, less than six months after graduation, found out he had been cast in the “Bring It On: The Musical” national tour as Randall. “I lucked out,” Bertolone said.

NEWS 4/9/14 5:24pm

Elon kicks off Autism Awareness Month with benefit concert

By Kelsey Higgins

Junior Kelsey McCabe kicked off the Autism Speaks U benefit concert at Midnight Meals in Irazu with the staggering facts about autism. “About one in every 68 children is diagnosed with autism,” McCabe said. Started in 2008, Autism Speaks U is a campus organization that works to raise awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families and society. “A lot of it, in terms of student participation, are things like the benefit concerts, but also bake sales and College Coffee tables,” McCabe said.

NEWS 4/9/14 3:04pm

Tobacco Road baseball: What's the problem?

By Matt Krause

A year ago, North Carolina was the center of the college baseball world. The state’s two flagship state schools, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University, were at or near the top of the national rankings.

NEWS 4/9/14 3:03pm

Greek Week not for the weak

By Courtney Campbell

From April 3-9, those affiliated with Greek life at Elon participated in Greek Week, a week of competition among sororities and fraternities.  The Greek organizations participated in a variety of events, and the end of the week comes with the Greek Week dance competition — the culmination of Greek Week. At this final event, sororities and fraternities compete against one another by performing five-minute long dances.

NEWS 4/9/14 2:30pm

Zitelli reflects on anniversary of Rwandan genocide

By Greg Zitelli

Genocide isn’t something Elon University students think about very often. It’s something that happens in far away places to other people but not to us. The first time I truly learned about genocide was during The Global Experience class my freshman year.

NEWS 4/9/14 12:04am

Tasteful approach helping Casey Jones carry Elon

By Tommy Hamzik

It doesn’t take long for Casey Jones’ focus to shift after Elon University baseball games. After the Phoenix beat Campbell University 2-1 April 2, the junior first baseman/outfielder had one thing on his mind before head coach Mike Kennedy’s postgame talk: candy. “He came out to the huddle; he already had a bag of candy in his hand,” Kennedy said.

NEWS 4/9/14 12:04am

Freshmen playing pivotal roles for Elon softball

By Kyle Maher

Looking at the Elon University softball team’s starting lineup on most game days, one would probably be surprised to see four true freshmen playing critical roles so early in their careers. Two of the four — right fielder Alaina Hall and catcher/designated player Emily Roper — are everyday contributors to the Phoenix lineup, while starting pitcher Alli Burdette and reserve Carey Million have contributed from the bench.

NEWS 4/9/14 12:03am

Phoenix football begins spring practice

By Matt Krause

“Atlanta! Atlanta! Go!” The snap count of Elon University football junior quarterback Mike Quinn rings through the air of the Hunt and Tucker practice fields on a Monday afternoon. At Elon, spring football in 2014 takes on extra significance thanks to the offseason coaching change from former head coach Jason Swepson to new leader Rich Skrosky. Elon opened spring practice March 31 with the first session on the practice fields.

NEWS 4/8/14 4:57pm

Former modeling troupe member directs on campus fashion show

By mmurray16

From the performance modeling on stage to the themed after-party, sophomore Alex Bohannon is determined to make the Black Cultural Society's fashion show one for the books. Bohannon serves as the special events coordinator for the Black Cultural Society and is this year's fashion show director.

NEWS 4/8/14 2:25pm

EFFECT Walk Against Victim Blaming 2014

By Sophia Asmuth

Elon's feminist organization, EFFECT (Elon Feminists for Equality, Change and Transformation), held a march on April 3 for students to show support for victims and survivors of sexual assault and violence. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mD5aSh_qjTQ&feature=youtu.be

NEWS 4/8/14 10:38am

Cheers, Coach Powell

By Tommy Hamzik

I remember arriving at Rudd Field and hearing a loud, thick English accent overtaking all other noises. That voice, of course, belonged to former Elon University head men’s soccer coach Darren Powell.

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