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Young men’s tennis team finding early success

Freshman Salvador Mijares hasn’t wasted any time making his mark on campus for the Elon University men’s tennis team since arriving this January.

Midterms deserve respect, not stress

Just one month into the new semester, we’re naturally inclined to consider not how far we’ve come, but how far we still have to go. Nevertheless, some professors are already starting to drop the dreaded warning: “Pay attention — this could be on the midterm.” It’s scary but true. Midterms will be here before we know it, and it’s our responsibility to be ready for them. But how much stress is too much?

Sophomore shining amid women's tennis struggles

In her freshman season for the Elon University women’s tennis team, Erica Braschi went 13-4 in singles out of the No. 3 and 4 slots, one of many bright spots in a strong season for the Phoenix. Amid injuries and a schedule that has featured six ranked opponents, the Phoenix have failed to channel last season’s success, sporting a 2-8 record. Along the way Braschi has moved up to the No. 2 singles slot.

New School of Business building to be named Sankey Hall

Two Elon University parents have donated the gift for the naming rights of the expansion to the Love School of Business. Elon announced Tuesday that Jim and Beth Sankey of Charlotte donated the naming gift and that the 30,000-square-foot building will be named for Jim Sankey’s father, the late Richard W. Sankey.

Senior shares her story of becoming a legal immigrant

Elon students have 'Oscar's Fan Experience' at 88th Academy Awards

Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence weren’t the only ones who made an appearance on the red carpet at the 88th Academy Awards on Feb.

For Father Gerry Waterman wine isn't just for blessing

There are some nights when Father Gerry Waterman comes home and likes to drink one of the wines in his collection.

Heidi Frontani: More than Just a Teacher

Mentor, teacher, advisor, wife, mother, friend, author, and other titles are just a few ways that the Elon community has described Dr. Heidi Frontani since her death on Friday, February 26. According to Dr. Charles Irons, the Chair of the Department of History and Geography, her passion for each of these roles is what made her special. "Over the last several years she really hit her professional stride.

Slew of protests emerge at Donald Trump rally in Radford

Donald Trump worked through relentless protesting at Radford University during a rally Monday afternoon to garner support before Super Tuesday.

Rebecca Hurd, Elon's 'comedy queen'

About six hundred students were sitting in Elon University’s performing arts theatre, McCrary Theatre Wednesday night, waiting to see SNL Colin Jost’s stand-up.

Junior cinema major speaks at TED2016 conference

When Jonny Deaton submitted his award-winning film, “Joining the Conversation” to the Nukebusters Short Film Contest, he did not anticipate presenting at a Ted Talk months later. Deaton, a junior cinema and television arts major, spoke at the TED2016 Conference February 15 in Vancouver, Canada. His four-minute film depicted millennials and their knowledge of nuclear weapons.

Roscoe's Guitars finds its tune

Roscoe's Guitars shop has been shaping the sound of music for many years. Recently, their customers are becoming more "high profile". Drew Averett is the production manager and head builder of the shop. "We just had James Cook, of Luke Bryan's band, their bass player," Averett said.

New mobile app helps students lend a hand on campus

When students are in need of a little help on campus, they usually turn to their closest friends for a favor.

Women's tennis falls to ETSU 6-1

The Elon University women’s tennis team fell 6-1 to No. 73 East Tennessee State Sunday afternoon at the Jimmy Powell Tennis Center.

Wild comeback falls one goal short for women's lacrosse

Despite a furious comeback attempt, the Elon University women's lacrosse team fell short Sunday, losing at Vanderbilt University 10-9. After leading 3-2 at halftime, the Phoenix didn't score for 20 minutes, falling behind by five.

Softball sweeps doubleheader over Fairleigh Dickinson Sunday

Elon University softball won both games in its doubleheader against Fairleigh Dickinson University Sunday afternoon, 5-1 and 9-4. After beating Fairleigh Dickinson once Saturday, the Phoenix came out strong, scoring two in the first inning.

Men's tennis wins fourth straight with 4-3 victory over VCU

Junior Chris Humphrey’s clinched Elon University men’s tennis team’s fourth straight victory as the Phoenix knocked off Virginia Commonwealth University 4-3 Feb.

Kimberly Honiball - 2016-02-28 19:28:24

To whom this may concern: My name is Kimberly Honiball, and I am the Vice President of Public Relations and Marketing of Alpha Chi Omega here at Elon University. We are hosting a rock climbing competition on March 12th from 12-4 p.m.

Finding home

The trees outside the Sacred Space at the Numen Lumen Pavilion are beginning to bud. I spend a lot of time there as a Truitt Center intern.

Hillary Clinton wins big in South Carolina primary

Just days before Super Tuesday, South Carolina primary voters made a loud statement on Saturday by voting former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as their nominee for the White House. Clinton swept the Palmetto State.