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A decade of change: Class of 2017 represents ‘new Elon’ compared to Class of 2007

On Aug. 28, the class of 2017 will start their first day at Elon University as one of the largest freshman classes in Elon’s history. It was only 10 years ago when the class of 2007 stepped onto campus for the beginning of their college journey. But much at Elon has changed in the span of a decade, and the Elon known to students 10 years ago is radically different from the university incoming freshmen will find in fall 2013. “Elon has made lots of changes, from raising more money, to adding additional buildings, to more alumni involvement,” said Melanie May, Communications Manager for Admissions at Elon.

What I learned from Taylor Swift

It’s a well-known fact that college kids tend to mimic the highly intelligent things they see celebrities doing.

A simple puff of smoke

Weed. Pot. Grass. While I am all for a new green initiative, I don’t think we need to add these words to our everyday vocabulary. As college students, we have a strong attraction to what we aren’t supposed to do.

Your summer to-do list

By the time finals come around in May, we are begging for summer vacation. Our first few days are spent lounging in the sun, in bed or on the couch.

Don't ruin my dinner

I don't like marijuana. I don't like the smell that stays in your clothes. I don't like trying to eat dinner at my friend's house after a shift delivering pizza, only to have a cloud of smoke get blown in my face when I go to take a bite. But what I really don't like is misinformation.

What we're watching this summer

As the summer months approach, the list of movie releases continues to expand. Each summer comes with new blockbusters, hilarious comedies and the ever-so-popular action flick.

Concert road trip: Summer 2013's hottest music festivals

Top five summer shoe trends

Hot weather is just around the corner and your summer wardrobe can’t be complete without the five hottest shoe trends of Summer 2013.

What should be in your beach tote…

When embarking on a day to the beach, preparation is key.  We have emptied out our beach bags and compiled a list of what we think is essential for your beach tote. When embarking on a day to the beach, preparation is key.  This list contains items that we find essential to bring along! Vichy sunscreen: This sunscreen is a top brand on the market right now because of its intensive UVA and UVB protection. Aloe Vera: If you have had too much time in the sun, aloe vera will help soothe the pain and heal sunburn instantly. Maybelline Baby Lips: When it comes to sun protection, one thing that is constantly forgotten about is lips.

‘Little things’ cost Elon sweep of Samford

A couple passed balls, a couple mental plays and the “little things,” according to acting manager Greg Starbuck, were the downfall for the Elon University baseball team Sunday May 12 on senior day and the regular season finale against Samford University. Looking to end the season with a five-game winning streak, which would have matched a season-high, the Phoenix battled back from a 2-0 deficit in the first inning to lead 3-2 through four innings.

SGA Senate Recap: May 9

At the last SGA Senate meeting of the semester, the Senate debated a resolution to support Scouts for Equality, an organization working to change the Boy Scouts of America’s LGBTQ policy and create and inclusive environment for all individuals who wish to become Boy Scouts.

Elon Music Ambassadors feels the ‘soul’ in new show celebrating cinema

The Elon Music Ambassadors, an ensemble that travels to high schools to show students what collegiate musical performance is like, showcased its newest performances May 6 in Yeager Hall at Elon University.

Baseball rallies for walk-off victory against Samford

If there’s one thing the Elon University baseball team has struggled most with this season, it’s holding a lead late in games.

Review of Carolina Rebellion 2013: While third time was not the charm, participants not discouraged

For the third year, Carolina Rebellion, a North Carolina rock festival, returned to Charlotte May 4-5 at the Motor Speedway in Concord. But some might say Carolina Rebellion could not compare to the notoriety and organization of other festivals in North Carolina, such as MerleFest, and across the nation, such as Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza. From the beginning of the day, fans were worried about whether the show would pull through, considering the first artist on the lineup, Nonpoint, cancelled.

Elon hosts 2012 IBLA Winners: World-class music performers

Elon University had the honor of hosting the 2012 IBLA grand prize recipients in Whitley Auditorium last Monday.

Burlington’s Studio 1 is ‘So much more than real life’

The arts can provide an outlet for people to express their inner emotions, struggles and triumphs. In the words of Tami Kress, the founder of Burlington’s new Studio 1, “They allow people the opportunity to collaborate and to work together and to create.” Kress started Studio 1 in April of last year.

Phoenix hold off Bulldogs for second straight nail-biting win

After watching his team hold off Samford University for a 10-8 win, Elon University baseball coach Mike Kennedy sat among his assistant coaches in the Phoenix dugout, relief stitched all over his worn face.

Senior art students explore facets of “Identity” in new exhibition

On Friday night, Elon University’s Arts West building hosted the opening of “Identity,” the senior thesis art exhibition for four seniors – Alexa Behar, Julia Caplan, Mary Peters and Jeffery Williamson.

Review: Elon Electric Ensemble brings “Thriller” to Elon

On May 2, just a few weeks before finals at Elon University, around 100 students and community members took a break and came out to McCrary Theatre to hear the music of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” album, as performed by the Elon Electric Ensemble, also known as E3. Todd Coleman, associate professor of music, founded the group in fall of 2008 as a performance outlet for students in the music technology program.

I know what it means to have to defend your identity against bigotry

I resent the implication that this issue is solely about whether or not Chick-fil-A gets to stay on our campus.