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NEWS 7/14/21 3:47pm

Anita Hodnett invites new initiatives to Elon Counseling Services as director

By Nyah Phengsitthy

Anita Hodnett first stepped onto Elon’s campus in 2012 wanting to support college students as they transition into young adulthood. She started off as a staff counselor and later was promoted to assistant director of Counseling Services in 2018. This fall, Hodnett will enter her ninth year at Elon, but this time as the director of Counseling Services. 

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NEWS 7/14/21 10:34am

RecWell improves campus accessibility through outdoor center, no class fees

By Ellis Chandler

Elon University Campus Recreation and Wellness plans to begin the 2021-2022 academic year with a new outdoor fitness center, no reservation times and no group fitness class fees. 

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NEWS 7/13/21 2:00pm

As the university gets closer to normalcy, mental health concerns remain

By Annemarie Bonner

According to Insider Higher Education, 65% of college students report having mental health struggles during the coronavirus pandemic. The study found that many students choose not to seek help, with only 15% reporting they have seen a counselor.  

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SPORTS 7/13/21 11:35am

Elon football prepares for second season of 2021 through summer workouts

By Jacob Kisamore

In March, the Elon University football team completed its first spring season in program history. Just a mere five months later in September, the team will return to the gridiron for its second campaign of 2021.

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NEWS 7/12/21 12:36pm

Board of Aldermen to discuss equality resolution at August meeting

By Kyra O'Connor

Two Board of Aldermen members were tasked at the May meeting to draft an outline of what an anti-discrimination ordinance could look like in the town of Elon. Board members are expected to discuss the equality resolution at the August 10 meeting. 

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NEWS 7/8/21 12:50pm

Elon University announces speakers for 2021-22 academic year

By Kyra O'Connor

Elon University will host numerous speakers throughout the 2021-22 academic year, including Olympic Gold Medalist Carli Lloyd, Elon University President Emeritus Leo Lambert and award-winning actor BD Wong. 

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NEWS 7/8/21 11:39am

Police officer charged after son’s accidental death

By Nyah Phengsitthy

A town of Elon Police Officer will face a misdemeanor charge filed by the Guilford County district attorney in the accidental shooting death of his son.  

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NEWS 7/7/21 6:50pm

Graham Police Department, Alamance Sheriff’s Office able to withhold march footage

By Nyah Phengsitthy

An Alamance County Superior Court Judge said Wednesday the Graham Police Department and Alamance Sheriff’s Office can withhold video footage from the Oct. 31 ‘I Am Change’ march that resulted in pepper spraying and arrests, pending an appeal on a previous order. 

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NEWS 7/1/21 10:48pm

Emily Sharpe to run for mayor of the town of Elon

By Kyra O'Connor

After thinking about how she would like to see the town of Elon grow, Alderwoman Emily Sharpe decided to run for mayor to continue making the town friendly, safe and inclusive.  

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NEWS 6/29/21 1:08pm

Alamance Sheriff’s Office, Graham Police withhold footage from Graham march

By Kyra O'Connor

The Alamance County Sheriff’s Office and the Graham Police Department did not release video footage from the Oct. 31 “I Am Change” march in Graham, NC, as previously ordered by an Alamance Superior Court judge. While the Graham Police Department has filed a motion of appeal and a motion to stay, Alamance County has yet to do so. 

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NEWS 6/28/21 2:09pm

Burlington Mayor Ian Baltutis announces run for fourth term

By Kyra O'Connor and Graysen Shirley

BURLINGTON — City of Burlington Mayor Ian Baltutis will run for reelection this November. The Elon alumnus was first elected at age 30 in 2015, becoming the city of Burlington’s youngest mayor. He has served three terms as mayor. 

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SPORTS 6/25/21 2:01pm

Alex Iadisernia earns baseball All-American honors

By Jacob Kisamore

Alex Iadisernia was named to the 2021 Collegiate Baseball Freshman All-American team, powered by Diamond Sports, becoming the first Elon player to be named a Freshman All-American since Kyle Brnovich in 2017. He was also named the Colonial Athletic Association Co-Rookie of the Year and was selected to the conference’s All First and Rookie Teams. 

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NEWS 6/24/21 4:10pm

President Joe Biden visits Raleigh to speak about NC vaccination efforts

By Kyra O'Connor , Graysen Shirley and Ellis Chandler

RALEIGH — President Joe Biden will visit Raleigh today to discuss vaccination efforts in North Carolina. The president’s stop in the state is part of his “National Month of Action,” which calls for a nationwide sprint to get 70% of U.S. adults partially vaccinated by July 4. 

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NEWS 6/22/21 12:41pm

Judge orders release of law enforcement video from Graham march

By Kyra O'Connor

 A judge ordered the release of all law enforcement video footage from the ‘I Am Change’ march to the polls in Graham, on Oct. 31, 2020, which ended in marchers pepper sprayed and many arrested. This includes all unedited body camera, dash camera and other law enforcement surveillance footage from that day.  

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SPORTS 6/22/21 11:48am

Elon alumnus reflects on career, accomplishments in sports

By Alexander George

Ryan Keur ‘12 was 24 years old when he was named the youngest general manager in professional baseball. Now, he is the owner of the Burlington Sock Puppets, a newly rebranded team out of the Appalachian Baseball league, which operates in regions including North Carolina.  

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NEWS 6/17/21 6:47pm

Elon University to partner with African American Cultural Arts and History Center for Juneteenth celebration

By Katherine Aristizabal and Kyra O'Connor

Elon University will partner with the African American Cultural Arts and History Center in Burlington to celebrate Juneteenth on June 18. Community members can take part in one of three 75-minute tours of the new center, including a featured exhibit “Juneteenth & Black Alamance.” 

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NEWS 6/17/21 12:30pm

Elon University to require COVID-19 vaccinations for all students

By Kyra O'Connor

Elon University will require all students to submit documentation of the COVID-19 vaccination for the fall semester.  

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NEWS 6/15/21 9:55pm

Mayor Jerry Tolley will not seek reelection

By Kyra O'Connor

After 38 years of service to the town of Elon, Mayor Jerry Tolley announced at the Board of Aldermen regular session on June 15 that he will not seek reelection in November. 

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NEWS 6/9/21 8:28pm

“It Takes A Village” Project receives $1.25 million grant

By Graysen Shirley

 The “It Takes A Village” Project received a $1.25 million grant from the Oak Foundation, a philanthropic organization focused on addressing global, social and environmental issues, to expand tutoring outreach in Alamance County. 

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NEWS 6/9/21 8:18pm

Elon Medallion recipient dies after battling longtime illness

By Madalyn Howard

Jerry Robertson, Elon Medallion recipient and supporter of Elon University athletics, died June 7 at the age of 83 after battling a longtime illness.  

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