Letters to the Editor

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NEWS 2/13/22 11:46am

Elon University alumni work behind the scenes of Winter Olympics 2022

By Naomi Washington

For Elon alumna Ellie Whittington ʼ18, reporting on the Olympics was a childhood dream. When she found herself working for NBC Sports, that dream was finally within reach. Now, she is covering the Olympic Games in Beijing. 

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SPORTS 2/12/22 11:08pm

Elon University softball wins both legs of doubleheader

By Liam Stephens

Elon looks to stay undefeated Sunday against the Appalachian State University Mountaineers. The game at Hunt Park will begin at approximately 2:30 p.m.  

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SPORTS 2/12/22 6:13pm

Elon University men’s basketball loses to Towson on the road

By Trevor Boehm

The Phoenix drop to 8-18 on the season and 5-8 in the conference. Elon returns home to play the Hofstra University Pride on Tuesday, Feb. 15, at the Schar Center, a game that was rescheduled from New Year’s Eve. The Phoenix will look to bounce back against the Pride, as they look to build some momentum heading into the conference tournament in March.  

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LIFESTYLE 2/12/22 2:19pm

PHOTO GALLERY: Photos of the week

By Elon News Network

Elon News Network photographers capture moments on and off-campus throughout the week: Here are this week's top photos.

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LIFESTYLE 2/12/22 12:56pm

Elon University professor of psychology discusses the effects of seasonal depression

By Abigail Hobbs

Elon News Network spoke with Elon University Professor of Psychology Bilal Ghandour about what seasonal depression is, how it can impact Elon students and advice for how to overcome it. 

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SPORTS 2/11/22 8:33pm

Elon University lacrosse team loses in physical matchup against Virginia

By Kyra O'Connor

Head coach Josh Hexter said for the team’s upcoming game on Sunday against Duke University at home, the team will focus on improving its defensive game.  

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SPORTS 2/11/22 7:07pm

Freshmen propel Elon University’s softball team to opening day win over IUPUI

By Jacob Kisamore

Elon will look to build on its opening day success tomorrow with a pair of games at Hunt Park. The Phoenix will play IUPUI again at 12 p.m. and will take on Saint Francis University at approximately 2:30 p.m.  

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SPORTS 2/10/22 11:47pm

Elon University men’s basketball beats James Madison for first road win of season

By Caitlin Rundle

Next, the Phoenix travel to Towson University. Tip off is at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 12, after which the Phoenix will return home for its final stretch of home games this season.  

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SPORTS 2/10/22 2:36pm

Elon University lacrosse prepares for opening weekend

By Kyra O'Connor

Thirty-two players on the Elon University lacrosse team ready to kick off the spring season this Friday, as the team takes on the University of Virginia at Rudd Field.  

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SPORTS 2/10/22 2:22pm

A fight for home field advantage

By Jacob Kisamore

 Elon opens its season on Friday, Feb. 11, with a game against the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Jaguars. 

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NEWS 2/10/22 2:02pm

SGA leaders set goals to incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion, promote class and community unity

By Ryan Kupperman

With SGA elections approaching in March, the organization will also prepare for a new student constitution, new SGA bylaws, a new judicial process and a new advisor — once the current SGA advisor, Jana Lynn Patterson, steps down from her role in April.  

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LIFESTYLE 2/9/22 9:00pm

Professors struggle to navigate the drawbacks of social media and demonstrate proper use

By Hope Valenti

Now a staple in today’s society, social media has grown from merely being a source of entertainment. With a presence in political and professional realms, it yields a great influence. As it expands into educational environments, social media presents drawbacks and benefits to be navigated by faculty and students alike.

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NEWS 2/8/22 4:43pm

Alamance County employers face labor shortages, challenges as pandemic nears two years

By Kyra O'Connor

From the town of Elon government to new businesses like local grocery store Carolina Sundries, not being able to find people to fill positions is a challenge exacerbated by the pandemic.

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SPORTS 2/8/22 9:29am

Standout volleyball player Kellyn Trowse pivots to basketball for senior season

By Luke Jackson

In her time as head coach of Elon women’s volleyball, Mary Tendler never had a player on her team elect to play a second sport. This year, Kellyn Trowse, outside hitter from Tampa, Florida has become the first one. 

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NEWS 2/7/22 10:14pm

Elon University alumna Hilary Corna to deliver 2022 undergraduate commencement address

By Avery Sloan

Elon’s 132nd Commencement will take place Friday, May 20, 2022.

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NEWS 2/7/22 8:48pm

Over 97% of Elon University students are booster compliant

By Kyra O'Connor

Elon University reported 97% of students are in compliance with the COVID-19 booster mandate as of Feb. 8. According to Dean of Students Jana Lynn Patterson, the term compliant includes both students who received the booster dose of the vaccine and those who have exemptions, whether medical or religious, and deferrals. 

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SPORTS 2/7/22 8:44pm

Elon University football players prepare for NFL Draft

By Jacob Kisamore

With the 2022 NFL Draft set for April 28 to 30 in Las Vegas, Nevada, four Elon players are preparing for a potential career in the league and hoping to get an opportunity. 

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SPORTS 2/6/22 8:12pm

Elon University women’s basketball falls to Towson in CAA battle

By Trevor Boehm

Elon’s women’s basketball team returns to action this Friday, Feb. 11, as the Phoenix travel to UNC Wilmington to face off against the Seahawks. Elon will look to defeat the Seahawks and gain momentum before heading to the CAA conference tournament in just over a month’s time. 

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SPORTS 2/5/22 9:28pm

Elon University men’s basketball loses on late basket against College of Charleston

By Chase Strawser

The Phoenix will return to action on Thursday, Feb. 10, for a rematch against the James Madison Dukes. The Phoenix won the first round in commanding fashion, 90-67. The game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m on FloSports. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/4/22 10:57pm

Elon University students express frustration, dissatisfaction over gluten-free options in dining halls

By Ava Girardi

All of Elon’s dining halls offer gluten free options and update their menus each week so students still have variety at the dining halls even with dietary restrictions. Elon Dining Guest Experience Manager Casey Claflin said the main priority for dining staff is to ensure the safety of students. 

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