Letters to the Editor

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SPORTS 10/5/21 11:12am

More than a game: Carlos Marte’s journey to Elon University baseball

By Hope Valenti

Standing under the lights of Latham Baseball Park, infielder Carlos Marte couldn’t help but reflect on how he got there. From front yard games of catch in the Dominican Republic to the NCAA, Marte credited his Dominican upbringing with introducing baseball into his life. He views his sport as a way of closer connecting with his culture. 

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OPINIONS 10/5/21 8:47am

ELON EATS: Prego’s fettuccine Alfredo is a must-have

By Eddie Keefe

Elon Eats is a column that reviews restaurants and food vendors in the local area.

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NEWS 10/5/21 12:25am

Elon Votes! adapts during non-presidential election year

By Avery Sloan

Elon Votes! spends each election year providing car rides to the polls, assisting with voting registration and educating others on the importance of participating in an election. This year with no presidential election to prepare for and no census to think about, Elon Votes! has an entirely different focus.  

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NEWS 10/5/21 12:09am

Town of Elon Board of Aldermen reflects on retiring fire chief, discusses community projects

By Ryan Kupperman

The town of Elon Board of Aldermen held an agenda session on Oct. 4. The board focused on ongoing COVID-19 sick leave and vaccination incentive policies for surrounding counties. The board  also discussed plans to refurbish Elon University’s baseball field and develop a community space downtown — in addition to welcoming a new Elon town police officer.

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NEWS 10/4/21 11:14pm

Town of Elon resident arrested after resisting public officer, disorderly conduct

By Elon News Network

A town of Elon resident was arrested on Oct. 2 for “resisting a public officer and disorderly conduct," according to a police report.

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NEWS 10/4/21 9:44pm

Councilman Harold Owen seeks reelection to Burlington City Council

By Gram Brownlee

Harold Owen, incumbent first-term Burlington city council member and former Burlington city manager, has always felt drawn to public service. Seeking reelection in the fall municipal elections in Alamance County, Owen’s platform is focused primarily on Burlington’s economic growth and development, housing issues, safety and communication between the city and the public.

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NEWS 10/4/21 9:25pm

Intersect Conference provides a space for discussion and education

By Madison Powers

The Intersect Conference provides a space for new discussion, education and community building.

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NEWS 10/4/21 7:46pm

El programa de mentores S.M.A.R.T. construye una comunidad para estudiantes hispanos y latinos en el campus

By Kyra O'Connor

El programa de Estudiantes Mentores Aconsejando a Nuevos Talentos (S.M.A.R.T. en inglés) fue establecido en 1994, como parte del Center for Race, Ethnicity & Diversity Education. 

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NEWS 10/4/21 4:21pm

Elon University S.M.A.R.T. Mentoring Program builds community for Hispanic and Latinx students on campus

By Kyra O'Connor

The Students Mentors Advising Rising Talent program was established in 1994, as a key part of the Center for Race, Ethnicity & Diversity Education. 

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NEWS 10/4/21 3:33pm

Elon University kicks off Sustainability week

By Haley Phelps

Elon University's annual fall campus Sustainability Week, held every October, begins today and features events hosted Monday through Friday across campus to celebrate the university's current practices and examine sustainable habits, specifically as the habits relate to energy use.   

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NEWS 10/4/21 8:13am

Anonymity calamity

By Cailey Cetani

In light of controversial posts on the anonymous social media app, there are concerns on how it is affecting student mental health. Social media experts, students and psychologists comment on how they think Yik Yak is affecting campus. 

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NEWS 10/3/21 11:59pm

Meet the candidates running for mayor, council of Burlington

By Graysen Shirley

Residents, including Elon students, faculty and staff, who live in the municipality of Burlington are eligible to vote in both the October primary and the November general election. 

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SPORTS 10/3/21 9:19pm

Elon University volleyball five match win streak ends against Towson

By Trevor Boehm

Elon University’s women’s volleyball team (10-6) fell to Colonial Athletic Association rival Towson University (16-2) in four sets on Sunday afternoon at Towson. 

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SPORTS 10/3/21 8:58pm

Elon University’s women’s soccer ties Delaware

By Ryan Kupperman

Elon University’s women’s soccer team tied the University of Delaware Blue Hens 1-1 in its second Colonial Athletic Association match of the season. 

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SPORTS 10/3/21 4:21pm

Elon volleyball remains undefeated with win against Towson University

By Liam Stephens

Elon University’s volleyball team defeated the Towson University Tigers in four sets on Oct. 2.

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SPORTS 10/2/21 10:00pm

Elon University's men's soccer team ties for the first time this season

By Erin Martin

Elon University’s men’s soccer team tied 0-0 with the Drexel University Dragons at Vidas Field.  This is the first tie for the Phoenix this season.

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SPORTS 10/2/21 6:32pm

Elon football picks up first CAA win at Richmond

By Jacob Kisamore

After a lethargic first quarter, Elon University’s football team battled back to dominate the Richmond University Spiders. 

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NEWS 10/2/21 3:57pm

Marching for a choice

By Joseph Navin , Michael Wolff , Kyra O'Connor , Graysen Shirley and Gabriella Sable

Thousands of people gathered Saturday at women’s marches in Washington D.C. and across the nation to march in support of a diverse range of issues, including women’s rights, healthcare reform, reproductive rights and LGBTQIA+ rights. 

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SPORTS 10/1/21 7:10pm

Elon’s cross country teams both finish second at Chanticleer Challenge

By Jacob Kisamore

Elon University’s cross country teams continued their strong seasons with runner-up finishes at the Chanticleer Challenge in Conway, South Carolina.  

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LIFESTYLE 10/1/21 3:57pm

Acapocalypse: acapella returns to stage

By Annemarie Bonner

After two years since the last Acapocalypse concert and more than a year since their last live performance, Shirley Tempos music director Anna Thompson is ready to perform again. 

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