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Elon University files objections against union

The university filed the objections with the National Labor Relations Board regarding the Service Employees International Union's election practices. In an email from Provost Steven House, the university rebuked the SEIU for what it viewed as aggressive outreach to potential union members and misrepresentations of the university's governance system. 

Elon men’s basketball coach Matt Matheny fired

Elon University men’s basketball head coach Matt Matheny has been fired following an 11-21 (7-11 in CAA) season. Matheny coached 10 years for the Phoenix — five years in the Southern Conference and five years in the Colonial Athletic Association. Matheny will leave Elon with an overall record of 151-169. This comes days after three players entered their names into the NCAA Transfer Portal with hopes to leave Elon.

Dean Ford approaches end of first year in position

One of the many well-accomplished women making history at Elon University is Rochelle Ford. Ford, who will soon be celebrating her first year as dean of the School of Communications, is the first black female to hold the role.

Elon softball loses to UNCG in the series finale

After losing both games to The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in a doubleheader on Saturday, the Phoenix (15-10-1) traveled back to Elon University looking to avoid a sweep. But the bats fell silent in the series finale, and the Phoenix fell to the Spartans 4-1.

Award-winning journalist Hedrick Smith visits Elon University

Over the past 50 years, journalist Hedrick Smith has forged a career investigating key issues such as the Vietnam War, the Cold War, Wall Street and more. On Thursday, March 14, he focused on investigating the role of grassroots activism in American democracy.

Elon Eats: Reno’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant

Reno’s Pizza and Italian Restaurant serves pizza, pasta and subs, has a salad bar and more.

ASCH: The truth about climate change

Weather is short-term changes in the atmosphere. Climate is the average weather for a place over time. Global warming is real. 

University-administered voter IDs approved by NC State Board of Elections

The North Carolina State Board of Elections approved the use of an alternative voter identification card for Elon University students. This decision comes after Senate Bill 824 was passed, which stated that university IDs could be used as a photo ID if the card met the requirements set by state. 

MULLER: Social Media is Broadway’s Ticket to Relevance

Social media provides opportunities to connect with these shows despite not being physically able to see them.

Learning the Ropes: Elon’s senior education majors spend their last semester as student teachers

Nearly 50 education majors are spending their senior year spring semester as student teachers in local, public or charter schools, according to Ann Bullock, dean of the School of Education and professor of education. 

Three men's basketball players looking to transfer

Redshirt senior Dainan Swoope, sophomore guard Nathan Priddy and sophomore forward Simon Wright have all entered their names into the NCAA Transfer Portal and could be leaving Elon University’s men’s basketball team.

Rabbi Sandra Lawson reimagines race and religion

After being hired by Elon University last June, Rabbi Sandra Lawson has explored the meaning of inclusion on Elon's campus through her intersectional approach. Because of her experience outside of religion and her transition to becoming a spiritual leader, Lawson's self-creation of her own meaning of Judaism has influenced her approach toward Elon students, faculty and the community.

Robbery and assault involving an Elon University student reported off campus

An Elon University student reported they were assaulted and robbed early Friday morning, according to an alert sent out to students. 

Breaking norms in the healthcare field

Four of the six academic deans at Elon University are women. Rebecca Neiduski, dean of the School of Health Sciences, is one of them.

A rough year for men’s basketball is finally over

Leading Women in Audio Conference brings feminism to music production at Elon

Elon University will be hosting the Leading Women in Audio Conference on Friday, March 15 and Saturday, March 16. The conference will focus on the contributions of women in the modern music and entertainment industry, bringing in female music professionals to lead sessions and sit on panel discussions, according to the conference's website.

SGA holds its final business meeting of 2018-2019 legislative year

SGA held its final business meeting of the 2019-2020 legislative year following its election announcements. To wrap up the year, the senate approved three special allocations and approved two pieces of legislation. One piece gave women more access to hygiene products and the other educated the body about environmental concerns in Alamance County. 

Jack Johnson wins SGA student body presidential seat

Jack Johnson takes the SGA student body presidential seat tonight. In the new year, Johnson plans to increase school spirit and safety on campus, look into more parking options for students and address mental health at Elon University. 

Elon submits request for alternative voter ID

Elon University will not be changing all Phoenix Cards to meet the requirements for a voter identification card and has instead applied to provide an alternative ID card to students who request one.

Petition against noise ordinance change gaining popularity

A petition to change the Town of Elon noise ordinance is circulating social media with thousands of signatures, gaining more every hour. The change in the noise ordinance was voted into effect this January, making it no longer required for police to issue a verbal warning on a noise complaint call before writing a citation.