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NEWS 1/17/15 5:43pm

Men's tennis loses spring season opener against South Carolina

By Miles Garrett

The Elon University men’s tennis team started its spring season on a sour note on Saturday, Jan. 17 in a 5-2 loss against the University of South Carolina Gamecocks. The 55th –ranked Phoenix received its only points of the day through the singles play of seniors Stefan Fortmann and Juan Madrid. Fortmann, playing in the number one singles, defeated Gamecock senior Thiago Pinheiro 6-4, 2-6, 1-0 (1) in a closely contested match that ended in a third-set tiebreaker.

NEWS 1/17/15 12:30am

Duke's Muslim call to prayer brings hundreds

By pwillett

Hundreds gathered outside of Duke University's Chapel for the Muslim call to prayer Friday afternoon, despite the University allowing, then denying, the prayer to be broadcast across campus from the bell tower. Yesterday's prayer was amplified from a small speaker, despite Duke University officials originally announcing earlier this week that the Islamic weekly call to prayer, or the adhan, would be broadcasted from the Duke Chapel tower. Duke University officials said that the primary reason to change their previous decision was due to a "credible and serious security threat." The University had also received heavy criticism from Franklin Graham, the son of evangelist Reverend Billy Graham and head of Samaritan's Purse,. At Friday's prayer, Duke students brought signs to the event to protest Duke's reversal on the decision and were not shy to voice their opinions. "I think I would voice my concern with what I feel is a unilateral decision by the administration to cancel the event without really without consulting the communities involved," second-year Duke Univeristy Divinity student, Robert Densmore said. Densmore was among many there in support of the Muslim call to prayer and held a sign reading "Let Us Worship Together." There was no visible opposition to the call to prayer before or during worship. For more on participants and Elon's reaction, tune into Elon Local News on Monday at 6 p.m.

NEWS 1/16/15 11:50pm

Bennett M. Harris - 2015-01-16 23:50:46

 

To whom it may concern. I'd like to suggest that you cover "The Maker Movement" here in Alamance County as a story (possibly with video). My name is Ben Harris and I am the founder of the Alamance Makers Guild, director of the Burlington Mini Maker Faire, and I'm actively working to build a Maker Space for Alamance County (a shared community workshop, business incubator, social spot, store, gallery, lab, and more). For my work at community building I was chosen as one of 16 "Honored Maker Attendees" invited to the first ever White House Maker Faire last June.

NEWS 1/16/15 5:45pm

From outside the bubble: Transitioning to Elon

By ktracy4

While hundreds of freshmen were receiving acorns at convocation, first-year Cora Abdoo was far from being Under the Oaks. "I still have the acorn," Abdoo said, "but instead of saying 'I sat here with a bunch of people,' I have a more unique story." Abdoo's convocation took place on a rural field in Wyoming during the first part of her Gap Semester program. "Even though it was less traditional and less formal," she said, "I think that it was still helpful and good." Abdoo believes her trip across the country and to Costa Rica readied her for the college atmosphere. "It made me so much more prepared to go here.

SPORTS 1/15/15 11:32pm

Second half effort not enough as Elon falls to James Madison

By mhuffman2

Poor shooting haunted the Elon Women's Basketball Team once again, as the league-leading James Madison Dukes overcame a second half run from the Phoenix to leave Alumni Gym with a 68-51 win on Thursday night. The Dukes currently sit atop the Colonial Athletic Association at 5-0 in conference play, while the Phoenix drop to 3-2 in CAA games. Elon's leading scorer, and only player to reach double digits was Shay Burnett with 10.

NEWS 1/15/15 11:13pm

Turnovers, offensive struggles haunt Phoenix in 68-51 loss to James Madison

By Miles Garrett

It was a night filled with offensive inconsistency and a struggle for points for the Elon University women’s basketball team in its Thursday night match-up against the James Madison University Dukes. The Phoenix, coming off a four-day break, could not seem to find a way to contest the offensive output put forth by the Dukes in a 68-51 loss. “The outcome of this game could have been a lot different if we cut down on turnovers.” Head coach Charlotte Smith said.

NEWS 1/15/15 8:15pm

Elon adjusts to residentially-linked courses

By Ashley Lowe

In the fall of 2014, Elon University implemented residentially-linked courses as a part of the Residential Campus Initiative in an effort to promote engaged, collaborative learning among first-year students living in similar parts of campus.

SPORTS 1/14/15 10:49pm

Shooting struggles continue as Elon falls to Charleston

By afeather

Elon, N.C. - For the second time in as many games, poor shooting and lackluster defense plagued the Elon University Men's Basketball team as the Phoenix struggled to convert offensive opportunities in a 66-50 home loss against College of Charleston on Wednesday night. Elon seemed to lack energy throughout, as Charleston put its foot on the gas early and never let up, getting its first win since Dec.

NEWS 1/14/15 1:03pm

Elon quarterback Loughery to transfer

By Tommy Hamzik

Elon University quarterback John Loughery has left the school and will transfer, team spokesman Chris Rash confirmed Wednesday. Loughery had two years of eligibility remaining after redshirting the 2012 season and serving as Mike Quinn's backup for the past two years.

NEWS 1/13/15 6:56pm

Charlie Cook scheduled to give Commencement address

By Bryan Anderson

After much anticipation, Elon University announced that political analyst Charlie Cook will deliver the 2015 Commencement address Saturday, May 23. Cook is the founder, editor and publisher of the Cook Political Report. As a political commentator, he specializes in election forecasts and political trends.

NEWS 1/13/15 8:09am

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NEWS 1/13/15 12:05am

Elon student creates clothing company

By jcurtis11

Elon student Brett Spelker founded the Bahama Llama clothing company this fall. Spelker was inspired to start the business after he and his brother went shopping at the local outlet mall. "We went to a Polo store.

NEWS 1/12/15 1:08pm

Memorial gathering for dead Elon junior set for Monday evening

By Bryan Anderson

POST LAST UPDATED: Tuesday, Jan. 13 8:05 p.m. Elon University junior Trent Stetler, an economics major and active member of the club rugby team, has died due to a suspected suicide, according to Smith Jackson, vice president for student life. In a recent interview, Jackson said he first received word of the incident Sunday morning, but did not confirm the cause or time of Stetler's death.

NEWS 1/12/15 12:41am

Jeffrey Cook's reaction to father being 2015 commencement speaker

By cbohle

Dad, political correspondent and commencement speaker. All three titles describe Elon's 2015 Commencement speaker, Charlie Cook. But there will be one graduating student in the audience who calls him first and foremost, dad. Jeffrey Cook is a senior strategic communications major who said he's thankful that his dad was chosen as this year's speaker. "I think it's going to be a great memory," said Cook.

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LIFESTYLE 02/09/2026 11:13am
Mebane bookstore provides escape for readers

For just over five months, Mebane resident Taylor Collier has worked to create an inclusive space and community for book lovers inside a small corner in Sweet Grace Market in Mebane. Her new bookstore, No Bad Books, has been open since Nov. 1, selling a variety of books alongside hosting events like book clubs and book release parties. 

SPORTS 02/08/2026 12:32pm
Breakout performances power Elon athletics

Across multiple sports, several Elon athletes are stepping into larger roles and delivering pivotal performances. From breakout scorers on the court to record-setting runs on the track, the Phoenix have found impact players up and down the roster, offering a snapshot of the depth and momentum building across Elon athletics. In the past two weeks, these four athletes have showcased themselves as predominant parts of their teams and Elon athletics overall. 

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