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NEWS 9/20/11 11:28pm

Increase in student loans, defaulting leads to problems for students, lenders

By Caitlin O'Donnell

Jaclyn Cabral always knew she would attend a reputable university. She knew Elon University was her first choice when she stepped onto campus. But what the 2011 alumna didn't know was that she would be without a job months after graduation — and more than $90,000 in debt because of student loans. "You can't get a good job without an education, but you can't get an education without being in debt," she said.

NEWS 9/20/11 11:12pm

Tuning in and logging on to a new cultural face of feminism

By Zachary Horner

When looking at this season's fall TV lineup, one cultural trend is incredibly clear: women rule. Since the start of the most recent feminist movement in the 1970s, it has been common for female-led shows to dominate their timeslots, both critically and in viewership. "United States of Tara," starring Toni Collette, "The Good Wife," starring Julianna Margulies and "Parks and Recreation" starring Amy Poehler and many others all feature actresses in powerful roles working to get something accomplished. Other shows, like "Law and Order: SVU" show women stepping beyond the gender line and making a difference in a job traditionally occupied by men. New shows this season are also capitalizing on the "girls rule" idea, like NBC's "Are You There, Vodka?

NEWS 9/20/11 10:55pm

Redefining Not on our Campus for the modern age

By Neima Abdulahi

In the 1950s, the phrase Not on our Campus meant something completely different than it does now. Then, black students attending predominantly white institutions faced harsh opposition and violence in forging an equal opportunity to receive education.

NEWS 9/20/11 10:46pm

Reelz - Sept. 20 2011

By Caitlin O'Donnell

http://stream.elon.edu/pendulum/2011fall/podcasts/movies/Movies9_20.mp3 This week, Caitlin and Zach have special guest Rachel Southmayd, the opinions editor at The Pendulum, on to discuss: Drive Contagion Lion King 3D J.

NEWS 9/20/11 10:44pm

Letter to the Editor - Sept. 20 2011

By The Pendulum

Diversity is not black and white; it is the exact opposite. Black is white. Straight is gay. Christian is Muslim. Elon announced in its strategic 10-Year Plan that its first priority is an "unprecedented commitment to diversity." Are students ready for such a commitment? Considering that the Class of 2015 is the most "diverse" Elon has ever brought in, what makes Elon a place where people are comfortable victimizing others, and in such a public way? It is clear from Elon's perfectly trimmed grass and swift replacement of missing bricks that image is important. Thus, reluctance to address a problem that could jeopardize its recent ranking in U.S.

NEWS 9/20/11 10:39pm

New Middle Eastern Studies program provides chance for class, study abroad

By Janae Frazier

It is the first semester that an international studies major regional concentration and minor on the Middle East are being offered at Elon University after being approved last spring by Elon University's curriculum committee. "The Middle East is an important place to study because of its long and rich history," said Brian Digre, professor of history and coordinator of the international studies program.

NEWS 9/20/11 4:45pm

Frontrunners emerge for Republican presidential candidate

By Grace Elkus

Although the 2012 presidential election is more than a year away, frontrunners for the Republican nomination are emerging and Americans are beginning to formulate opinions and speculate the outcome. The Republican primary is shaping up to be a two-man race between Rick Perry and Mitt Romney, according to Mileah Kromer, political science professor and assistant director of the Elon Poll.

NEWS 9/20/11 4:43pm

News Briefs - Sept. 20 2011

By The Pendulum

Elon recognized by U.S. News & World Report as best in several categories  Elon was recognized in six of the eight key program categories mentioned in the 2012 "America's Best Colleges." In the magazine's annual ranking Elon was named #1 Southern University with "an unusually strong commitment to undergraduate teaching." In the overall Southern masters-level universities, Elon ranked #2 for the fifth year in a row. The magazine's annual ranking was released Sept.

NEWS 9/20/11 4:31pm

Campus plans routine testing of E-Alert system at College Coffee later this semester

By Caitlin O'Donnell

E-Alert will undergo a routine test at College Coffee later this month. A record number of users, just less than 4,500, are currently enrolled with the emergency response system, an increase of almost 1,000 compared to last semester, according to Chris Fulkerson, assistant vice president for technology. There will be announcements prior to the test, which will include the two sirens on campus, located on Alumni and East Gyms, and E-Alert messages, which can be received via text messages or emails. The university originally experienced problems with the system last semester during a tornado warning April 5. Fulkerson said the issue stemmed from cell phone carriers who had not completed the necessary updates to their service.

NEWS 9/20/11 4:28pm

Norway terrorist attacks scar Scandinavia, Denmark increases security for politicians

By Peter Gallagher

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK—The tragic events that occurred in Oslo, Norway, and on the island of Utøya July 22 may be distant memory to many in the United States, but they remain at the forefront of the minds and hearts of Norwegians and the people of Scandinavia in general. The attacks left 77 dead and many more injured after a car bomb exploded outside a government building and Anders Behring Breivik, a Norway native went on a shooting rampage aimed at teenagers attending the Norwegian Labor Party's annual youth summer camp. Like the post–Sept.

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