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Mental health stigmas stop students from getting help

Correction: The original article referred to a student with the last name “Davis.” This was a pseudonym — no student with the name “Davis” was interviewed for this article.

Baseball pulls off 7-5 comeback win against NC State

Over the past few weeks Elon University’s head baseball coach Mike Kennedy has seen his team fail to come back from late deficits. But on Tuesday, Elon scored twice in the seventh and eighth innings to defeat the North Carolina State University Wolfpack 7-5. “It’s nice to see the effort we put forth,” Kennedy said.

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Singles play leads women's tennis to 6-1 win against Davidson

Five singles wins helped lead the Elon University women’s tennis team to a 6-1 win against Davidson College at the Piedmont Indoor Tennis Center in Greensboro, North Carolina. The Phoenix earned wins at No.

Understanding transgender lives

Imagine looking into the mirror every day and seeing a stranger. Imagine waking up in the morning and feeling that the essence of who you are is wrong.

Elon soccer teams study abroad over spring break

The men's and women's soccer teams are in spring training to gear up for the fall season, but over spring break, the men traveled to Spain while the women headed off to Costa Rica for an athletic and cultural experience of a lifetime. First year goalkeeper Matthew Jegier said going to El Clasico was his favorite experience. "People were lighting up flares!

Elon uses alternative energy to fuel campus and community

Elon has made many efforts to be a more sustainable campus, including the use of alternative energy.

Governor McCrory casts his vote for Elon student

On Monday night, the televisions in North Carolina's executive mansion tuned in to watch NBC's The Voice. North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory released a statement extending his support to The Voice competitor, Elon student and North Carolina native, Lowell Oakley. "Lowell continues his quest to win one of the most prestigious talent contests in the nation," Governor McCrory said.

Which Elon man is your type?

Meet the guys! The Sweet Musician/Artsy Dude A camera slung around his shoulder or a guitar in his hand, the artsy boy and the musician are both bubbling with creativity.

LiveSafe app introduced to students, promotes safety on campus

Elon University Campus Police introduced a new app last week adding to their "toolbox" for keeping campus safe. Although LiveSafe was introduced to campus a week ago, according to Campus Safety and Police Director Dennis Franks, it has been in the works since November. Franks said several vendors were considered before LiveSafe was chosen.

NCAA Championship: Cameron Crazies watch Duke Blue Devils in final game

FINAL: Duke defeats Wisconsin 68-63 to win fifth National Championship - first since 2010. [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzSpk_7VNlI&noredirect=1&w=560&h=315] Our Justin Biegel and Sky Cowans made the trip to Duke University to hang out with the Cameron Crazies as they watched their Blue Devils take on the Wisconsin Badgers in the final game of the NCAA Championship. [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrnwTGbC_UU&noredirect=1&w=560&h=315] At halftime Duke and Wisconsin are tied at 31-31. [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZrqoXxmZTE&noredirect=1&w=560&h=315] Hundreds of Duke students surrounded Cameron Indoor Stadium to cheer on their team as they got ready for tip off at 9:18 p.m. [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSBFK-9pPv8&noredirect=1&w=560&h=315]

Women’s lacrosse falls short of comeback at Delaware

The Elon University women’s lacrosse team fell to the University of Delaware on Sunday 8-6. With the loss, the Phoenix remains winless in the Colonial Athletic Association. Delaware’s high-powered offense overwhelmed the Phoenix early in the contest.

Lack of intensity leads Elon softball to rubber game loss

The Elon University softball team did not come out with the intensity it needed to fend off an opponent hungry for a conference win. With Elon senior Kayla Caruso on the mound in the top of the first inning with one out and the bases loaded, Towson University sophomore first baseman Holiday Cahill hit a grand slam to give the Tigers a 4-0 lead.

Six-run first inning gives Elon baseball 6-3 victory

The Elon University baseball team did not score a single run after the first inning of today’s rubber match against Northeastern University.

Banned in India, brought to Elon

Indian government officials may have attempted to silence Leslee Udwin’s “India’s Daughter,” but since their ban on its distribution in India, it has stirred conversations across the globe and its message continues to speak volumes.

Elon women’s lacrosse falls to Towson in CAA opener

The Elon University women’s lacrosse team lost its first Colonial Athletic Association match 12-2 to Towson on Friday. The Tigers took the lead early as attacker Andi Raymond scored two quick goals within the first five minutes of play.

Pitching struggles propel Elon baseball to 7-5 loss

After Elon University hit three home runs to defeat Northeastern University on Friday at Latham Park, Northeastern gave Elon a taste of its own medicine today by hitting three home runs en route to a 7-5 victory. “Yesterday, the long ball helped us out,” Elon head coach Mike Kennedy said.

Men's tennis team loses 5-2 on Senior Day

It was a difficult Senior Day for the Elon University men’s tennis team as it lost 5-2 to in-state rivals University of North Carolina at Charlotte today. Elon’s six seniors: Stefan Fortmann, Brian Kowalski, Christopher Geaslen, Jordan Kaufman, Juan Madrid and Dan Sablik were honored before the match with a collage from head coach Michael Leonard and posters from his two daughters. They’re close with my family and that’s what you want,” Leonard said.

Softball splits Towson doubleheader

The doubleheader between the Elon University and Towson University softball teams today was a tale of two completely different games. After struggling in the batter’s box and on the pitcher’s mound in the first game, the Phoenix lost 6-1.

King's homers leads baseball team to 6-2 win against Northeastern

The Elon University baseball team crushed three home runs Friday at Latham Park en route to a 6-2 win against the Northeastern Huskies. “It was one of those nights where we couldn’t get on any pitch,” Elon head coach Mike Kennedy said.