Editorials

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NEWS 4/30/20 4:22pm

Elon University is planning a virtual graduation for May 22

By Jack Norcross

Elon University is planning a virtual graduation for May 22, the date of the originally scheduled commencement. The virtual graduation will be in addition to an in-person ceremony planned for later this fall. 

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LIFESTYLE 4/28/20 5:04pm

Salvation Coffee gives back to healthcare workers while supporting local businesses

By Mackenzie Wilkes

Salvation Coffee established a pay it forward fund that collects money to go toward free drinks for healthcare workers. The coffee shop is selling "Burlington Strong" T-shirts and all of the proceeds go toward the fund.

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NEWS 4/27/20 3:00pm

Elon University receives over $2.9 million in federal aid for students, institutional debt

By Kyra O'Connor

In response to the strain put on higher education institutions because of the coronavirus, Elon University was allocated over $2.9 million in federal aid, half of which is required to be used for emergency student relief.

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NEWS 4/27/20 2:02pm

Elon students from New York adjust to life in the US’ coronavirus epicenter

By Courtney Weiner

The state of New York, which is home to approximately 530 students is the epicenter of the coronavirus in the U.S. According to Johns Hopkins University, as of April 27, there are about 290,000 cases in the state. 

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NEWS 4/27/20 9:06am

Sydney Hallisey takes on the position of SGA executive secretary, following a candidate-less election

By Isabella Seman

Sydney Hallisey was appointed to the role by Executive President Robbie Miley and approved by the senate in a 17-0 vote at their virtual meeting on April 9. 

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SPORTS 4/25/20 4:56pm

Hometown ties attract notable talent for Elon University’s men’s basketball team

By Grace Terry

Ja’Dun Michael is an incoming freshman forward for the Elon University’s men’s basketball team. He is the first scholarship player from Burlington to be signed by the Phoenix since Elon moved to Division I in 1999.

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NEWS 4/25/20 3:53pm

Alamance County schools to continue distance learning after Gov. Roy Cooper closes schools for the remainder of the academic year

By Maeve Ashbrook

In an effort to slow the spread of the COVID-19, Gov. Roy Cooper closed all K-12 public schools in the state for the rest of the school year. Schools have been using  distance learning to continue teaching since Cooper announced the first school closings in mid-March.

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NEWS 4/25/20 11:43am

NC extends stay-at-home order, as county officials hope for regional approach to reopening

By Mackenzie Wilkes

Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order extending North Carolina’s stay-at-home order effective through May 8, in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus, which is also known as COVID-19. The original order was set to expire on April 29.

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NEWS 4/24/20 10:25am

Elon University students cited for violation of state and local coronavirus mandates

By Kieran Ungemach

The town of Elon police have cited 17 Elon University students for violations of the town of Elon’s State of Emergency declaration and North Carolina’s stay at home order. 

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NEWS 4/23/20 10:44am

President Connie Book discusses finances, graduation, fall semester at a virtual town hall

By Mackenzie Wilkes

President Connie Book hosted a virtual town hall with students via WebEx. A panel of students joined Book to discuss Elon University’s response to the coronavirus, which is also known as COVID-19.

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LIFESTYLE 4/21/20 3:31pm

SGA survey indicates mental health is a concern for Elon University students during remote classes

By Nyah Phengsitthy

A recent Student Government Association survey found that 58% of Elon University student respondents indicated their mental health was a concern during the online period. SGA and Counseling Services are working to provide mental health resources.

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NEWS 4/21/20 3:08pm

Elon University’s EMT class faces challenges with an online format

By Grace Morris

Elon University's EMT course is a hybrid course — taught partially in person and online —  in partnership with Alamance Community College, but the course has moved completely online for the remainder of spring semester.

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OPINIONS 4/20/20 4:51pm

FAUST: Rise and shine, go to class on time, don't wait for the lecture to be posted online

By Margaret Faust

Since Elon University switched to online instruction, more than 150 students who live in California have had to adjust their schedules to accommodate the time change. My mornings start at 5:59 a.m. when my piercing alarm goes off.

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NEWS 4/18/20 5:46pm

Incoming Elon University freshmen experience admissions events virtually

By Anna Terry

Elon University admissions events have gone virtual amid the coronavirus pandemic. Some incoming freshman are taking virtual tours and attending Facebook Live events to get a look at life at Elon.

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NEWS 4/18/20 12:43pm

The Root and Tangent temporarily cut half their staff

By Christian Galvano

The Root Trackside and Tangent Eat + Bar, both restaurants in downtown Elon, are cutting half their staff temporarily in response to the coronavirus, which is also known as COVID-19.

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SPORTS 4/17/20 2:44pm

Already online: Elon Esports continues playing through the pandemic

By Lauren Singles

While most people may be struggling to adjust to life online, the Elon Esports community is used to the idea of virtual operations. Despite the inconveniences of a closed campus, the club is functioning almost as normal.

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SPORTS 4/16/20 8:26pm

Elon women’s basketball gets a second chance to host CAA tournament in 2021

By Jon Sarver Jr.

The 2021 Colonial Athletic Association women's basketball championship will be hosted at Elon University. The first two games of the 2020 CAA tournament were played on Wednesday, March 11. Prior to the start of games on the second day of the tournament, the decision was made to cancel the remainder of the scheduled games.

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NEWS 4/14/20 4:49pm

Elon University dance department faces challenges dancing through screens

By Kyra O'Connor

Dance students and instructors are working to make the most of their time away from the studio as classes and presentations are restructured following Elon University’s move to online classes due to concerns around the coronavirus. The senior seminar showcase will now be available online.

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NEWS 4/10/20 12:37pm

Elon University SGA’s new council goes virtual, passes amendments, updates on the coronavirus

By Mackenzie Wilkes

Elon University's Student Government Association virtually held its first meeting with the newly sworn-in executive council and new senate members via WebEx. The business meeting was held virtually as in-person classes are suspended for the remainder of the semester amid the coronavirus pandemic. 

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NEWS 4/10/20 12:31pm

International students endure global pandemic away from family

By Brian Rea

Kimheng Larch and Winnie Yang are two of the 64 visa-holding international students at Elon remaining in the U.S., according to Kristen Aquilino, associate director of international student services. That includes on-campus, in North Carolina and other states across the country. There are a total of 134 undergraduate international students currently enrolled at Elon, according to the university fact book.

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