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NEWS 5/16/12 2:16pm

Elon graduates offered variety of lifetime benefits

By Grace Elkus

Most graduating seniors are sad to say goodbye to their college years. But through the benefits offered to Elon University graduates by Elon’s Alumni Association, students can continue to stay connected to the university in both fun and rewarding ways. After graduating from Elon, students are automatically considered members of the Elon Alumni Association.

NEWS 5/16/12 11:57am

The Year in Review

By Caitlin O'Donnell

A year is characterized by many moments. Some coarse with a pain that we hope is fleeting. Others overflowing with joy so strong we want to relive it again and again.

NEWS 5/15/12 3:23pm

The Last Supper: Food Reviews

By Andrew Tilden

This week, college ended. Sure, I’ve learned plenty. From classes, I know what iron fertilization of algae means and how orographic precipitation is caused. But more importantly, college is about exposure.

NEWS 5/15/12 3:21pm

From acorn to oak: growing a tradition

By Rebecca Wickel

Surprisingly, it started with a redwood tree. When Furman Moseley, Class of 1956, gave Elon University’s commencement address in 1991, he had no idea he was planting the seed of tradition at his alma mater. Moseley spoke about his career in the California timber business, offering each graduate a redwood sapling to solidify the metaphor for life, hard work and growth. “President (Fred) Young and the students loved it so much, he wanted to continue it,” said George Troxler, professor emeritus of history.

NEWS 5/15/12 2:52pm

Elon bucket list

By Chris Bosak

[box] On a hot Friday afternoon, lay in the grass in front of Moseley. Ride the escalators in the campus bookstore.  (The only ones in Alamance County.) See music performed in Whitley Auditorium.  (Preferably organ music.) Play an intramural sport. (Bowling and cornhole are favorites.) Go to your Turning 21 dinner. Volunteer for Safe Rides.  (You’ll never forget it.) Eat at every on-campus dining location once. Make calls for the Elon Poll.  (You’ll talk to the most interesting people. Go to at least one baseball, basketball and football game. Photobomb a communications student taking pictures outside McEwen. Climb the magnolia tree between Long and Alamance.

NEWS 5/15/12 2:44pm

Words of Wisdom

By Caitlin O'Donnell

Leaders at Elon were asked to share their advice for the Class of 2012 as they prepare to enter life outside of the bubble.

NEWS 5/15/12 12:46pm

Commencement Schedule

By The Pendulum

Wednesday, May 16 *Senior Class Picnic Lunch for graduates and Elon faculty and staff: 12 noon – 2 p.m., green behind Moseley (Rain Location: Harden Dining Hall) *Senior Gala: 9:00 p.m.

NEWS 5/15/12 12:41pm

Commencement FAQs

By The Pendulum

Q: Where do graduates sit? A: B.A.: They will sit on the audience’s left, near the McEwen Dining building, and a portion will sit in the front row on the audience’s right, near Whitley Auditorium. B.F.A.: They will sit on the audience’s right near Whitley Auditorium. B.S.: They will sit on the audience’s right near Whitley Auditorium. Q: Can I order a DVD of graduation? A: Yes, DVDs are available for $20.

NEWS 5/15/12 12:17pm

University tradition born under the oaks

By Dan Quackenbush

When the Class of 2012 first arrived at Elon University, they gathered for the first time as a class Under the Oaks for the annual New Student Convocation. Presiding over the ceremony was President Leo Lambert, who assured the audience they would reconvene four years later in the same spot, under the shade of West Area’s aging oak trees.

NEWS 5/15/12 6:26am

Delta heads to DC, lobbies for Greek legislation

By Dan Quackenbush

From sorority court to Capitol Hill, one Elon University student is leaving a mark on Greek life both on campus and across the country. Junior Anna McCracken was chosen to become one of approximately 100 student representatives of the Fraternity and Sorority Political Action Committee to lobby in favor of the proposed Collegiate Housing and Infrastructure Act in Washington, D.C. If passed, the act would allow people to make tax-deductible donations to non-profit student housing organizations in the United States, as opposed to the current non-tax-deductible policy.

NEWS 5/15/12 1:52am

Traditions distinguish Elon commencement ceremony

By Melissa Kansky

The Commencement ceremony concludes with President Leo Lambert's exclamation of “long live Elon," but from the start, the celebration is characterized by tradition unique to the institution. Prior to the ceremony, Lambert meets in Jordan Gym with the graduates, already dressed in their gowns, and the commencement speaker. “It’s a time for them to have a few minutes with the commencement speaker more up close and personal,” said Sandra Fields, assistant to the president. Following the gathering in the gym, the graduates line up behind the faculty and begin walking toward the ceremony.

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NEWS 12/17/2025 3:18pm
North Carolinians rate public schools poorly in new Elon Poll

As K-12 students across North Carolina prepare for their winter break, the Elon University Poll released poll data on Dec. 17 finding that most North Carolinians gave mediocre or poor grades to public schools across the state. “The states have always had deep authority on education, but there has been more federal involvement in various years,” Director of the Elon University Poll Jason Husser said. “So we thought, well, this is the time for us to really look in depth about what do people think about North Carolina schools.”

LIFESTYLE 12/16/2025 10:30am
Grief, loss support group provides comfort for Elon faculty, staff

Elon University associate chaplain Rev. Julie Tonnesen said loss and grief are universal emotions, but found that they can be difficult for faculty and staff to process while continuing their usual routines. “Even when we show up to work, that doesn’t mean that we get to put the rest of our lives on the back burner,” Tonnesen said. “Our grief comes with us. It’s not something we can just keep on a shelf at home.” In collaboration with Counseling Services, the Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, began offering a monthly group for faculty and staff to support those affected by loss. 

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