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Photo Gallery: LGBTQ resource room symbolizes identity group's contributions

The LGBTQ resource room, which opens this semester, provides the Elon community with information and expertise regarding queer life.

Wilson stepping out of Riddle's shadow

Replacing a Hall-of-Fame quarterback is a difficult thing. Just ask new Indianapolis Colts signal-caller Andrew Luck, who has the unenviable task of taking over for NFL legend Peyton Manning. Elon University senior quarterback Thomas Wilson had that responsibility placed on him in 2011.

Interactive timeline: the history of the Republican National Convention

Summer internships offer insight into career ambitions, alternative paths

In addition to warm weather and relaxation, internships are often an integral part of summer for an Elon University student. With the fall semester underway, many students are using their summer internship experiences to guide them in their future academic and career endeavors. Senior Heather Olin, a communications major, spent the summer earning academic credit as a press intern for the upcoming Woodstock Film Festival. “I enjoyed the film aspects of my job and respect what the festival does,” Olin said.

Football team psyched for UNC matchup

To open the football season, the Elon University football team likes to schedule a tough game against a Football Bowl Subdivision team.

Championship repeat attempt fueled by lack of recognition

Yes, the Elon University men’s soccer team won the Southern Conference championship last season, upsetting the No.

Elon volleyball sweeps North Carolina A&T in first home match

The Elon women’s volleyball team won its first match Wednesday night against North Carolina A&T three games to zero. Freshman Ana Nicksic started as setter this match and had 21 assists. She said she was excited to be out on the court for the first home match. “We prepared all preseason and I’m happy I had the chance to be out there,” Nicksic said.

Sunday dreams for No. 3

The year 2012 for Elon University senior wide receiver Aaron Mellette started with the influence of a draft pick by the National Football League’s St.

Frank Campisano, Elon Freshman Novelist

Many first-year students have spent the last six-months preparing for College, but Frank Campisano has had other things on his mind. Like a book he's been writing. It started two-years ago when a routine writing assignment sparked his imagination. "It was just writing for fun," said Campisano.

Swepson year 2: Mission improvement

How is the second year under head coach Jason Swepson for the Elon University football team? The playbook is not new.

Meet our International Reporters

Correspondents’ Corner is a place for The Pendulum’s team of international reporters to reflect on their time abroad and share stories about the new cultures they are experiencing.

Move-In Day Wrap-Up

Elon first-years arrived on campus this past Friday and it was a day filled with excitement. Incoming student Arthur Tildesley shared with us why he chose Elon and what he plans on becoming involved with during his Freshman year. "I visited here and I fell in love," he said. Some of Elon's most important figures were seen around campus talking to new students and parents.

Elon adds new programs in compliance with Title IX

There are several initiatives going on all around campus that are focusing on inclusion and Elon is adding new programs to campus this fall handling sexual harassment. "It was really time for this and it was an important institutional priority," said Leigh-Anne Royster, Director of Health Services and Health Promotion at Elon. For the first time this fall, students can use the internet to make a report of sexual or bias harassment.

Vargas looks to capitalize on strong freshman campaign

Elon University sophomore cross country runner Luis Vargas had a heck of a freshman season. A native of Angier, N.C., he set an school record at the 2011 Southern Conference Championships with an 8K time of 24:49.07, finishing 10th overall with the best finish for an Elon men’s runner in program history.

How to be a great cross country runner in the words of the athletes

Editor’s Note: The Pendulum asked several cross country experts about their No. 1 piece of advice for any aspiring cross country runner.

Meet the Head Coach: Chris Neal

The 2012 campaign for the Phoenix women’s soccer team marks the fifth season at the helm for head coach Chris Neal.

Experience key as soccer kicks off 2012 campaign

The 2012 version of the Elon University women’s soccer team brings something into the season the program has yet to see under head coach Chris Neal.

Freshman Mel Insley comes to Elon on a winning streak

After playing for and winning the U-18 USYSA National Championship this summer with her club team, the FC Pennsylvania Strikers, freshman defender Mel Insley arrived at Elon University riding her very own wave of success. “(Winning the championship) was amazing,” Insley said.

British freshman makes a splash overseas for Elon

Elon University freshman midfielder James Brace’s accent makes it a little difficult to understand him, but the excitement is noticeable. “I came over the first of August,” he said.

Senior scorers keep eyes on proverbial prize

Senior forward Chris Thomas and midfielder Gabe Latigue led the Elon University Phoenix men’s soccer team in scoring last season, Thomas in goals and Latigue in assists.