Letters to the Editor

SPORTS 3/17/26 9:51am

New era, same expectations for Elon men’s golf

By Kathan Gandhi

The standard for Elon University men’s golf hasn’t changed. After a senior-led squad captured the team’s first Coastal Athletic Association title and advanced to NCAA play last season, the Phoenix enter spring of 2026 younger but no less ambitious. Head coach Don Hill said he believes the foundation is already in place.

NEWS 3/16/26 11:33pm

PolitiFact founder visits Elon, discusses importance of truth in polarized political climate

By Elissa Leka

Fact-checker Bill Adair once lied on C-Span to a “Brian” from Michigan about whether Republicans lied more than Democrats. To appear unbiased, Adair said fact-checkers did not “keep score.” Thirteen years later, Adair found Brian’s daughter and apologized. Adair, the founder of PolitiFact, visited Elon University’s Whitley Auditorium March 16 for the Liberal Arts Forum, a student-run organization that arranges for a variety of academic speakers to address the Elon community.

NEWS 3/16/26 10:12am

Alamance County enters tornado watch, some March 16 classes canceled

By Anjolina Fantaroni and Megan Walsh

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Alamance County that will be in effect until 2 p.m. March 16. his watch comes as part of a big storm movement coming into Alamance County on March 16. In another email sent to students by Dooley at 10:36 a.m., he announced that in-person meetings on Elon’s campus for classes March 16 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. are canceled. 

NEWS 3/15/26 12:44pm

Elon University hosts second Women of Elon conference

By Alannah Klingsporn

Elon University hosted its second Women of Elon conference on March 13 and 14. The first day of the conference included a guided networking session to build new connections and grow your network, followed by a welcome reception and a discussion led by President Connie Book and Elon faculty member Alexis Franzese. The second day included breakout sessions in the morning that focused on skill building and personal development, such as Breaking Your Own Glass Ceiling and Resilient Together: The Power of Female Friendships in Leadership and Life. On the second day of the conference,Book hosted a fireside chat with nutritionist Joy Bauer, who talked about the importance of sleep and protein for wellness.

NEWS 3/14/26 1:48pm

Applications open for Roberts Academy at Elon University

By Fiona McAllister

Roberts Academy at Elon University, the school for students with dyslexia, has opened its application process. Roberts Academy will open on Elon’s campus next fall, initially serving students in grades three and four. Roberts Academy will temporarily be located in the Trollinger House, which currently houses the I-House Living-Learning Community.

SPORTS 3/13/26 5:45pm

'She's a lax rat': Lacrosse defender ignites Phoenix intensity

By Kathan Gandhi

When Reagan Kuehn first picked up a lacrosse stick around age 9, something clicked. She had tried it all — soccer, basketball, track, gymnastics, ballet — but lacrosse was different. Years later, the Maryland native is one of Elon University’s most important defenders, playing a position her head coach, Josh Hexter, has compared to the most high-pressure role in football. 

NEWS 3/13/26 11:23am

Food Lion plans renovations for 3 Burlington stores

By Alice Morrissey

Food Lion and the city of Burlington are continuing to build their relationship with three Food Lion locations scheduled to undergo renovations this year. The company has strong North Carolina ties. It was founded in Salisbury, North Carolina, only about an hour drive from Burlington, and has over 500 locations across the state.

SPORTS 3/13/26 12:11am

Elon women’s basketball storms back to beat Hampton

By Kathan Gandhi

WASHINGTON — Hampton’s relentless traps and full-court press had Elon on the brink. But behind the patience of graduate forward Quinzia Fulmore, the Phoenix survived a back-and-forth battle to defeat the Pirates 67-62 in the opening round of the 2026 Coastal Athletic Association Women’s Tournament.

NEWS 3/12/26 5:55pm

Alamance Battleground celebrates 250 years of independence

By Charlotte Pfabe

Wearing his long red coat with black and white detailing, David Snyder loaded his weapon, aimed at his target and waited to hear the signal. Behind him, a crowd of people watched as he lined up his shot. Standing next to other redcoats, he fired his musket, the shot echoing through the wooded area. He’s used to this. He’s been an American Revolutionary War reenactor for over 50 years. 

NEWS 3/12/26 8:48am

Elon SGA hosts executive candidate forum

By Alannah Klingsporn

Students filled Irazú Coffee on March 11 to hear from three candidates who are running for an executive position on Elon’s Student Government Association about what they hope to bring to the student body if elected. The topics discussed included sustainability and the lack of SGA knowledge on campus.

SPORTS 3/11/26 9:58pm

Elon softball falls to No. 11 Virginia Tech

By Benjamin Berfield

The Elon University softball team could not keep up with Virginia Tech in a 14-2 loss March 11. Elon was coming off a weekend sweep against North Carolina A&T, but could not sustain its momentum against the Hokies, losing its 16th game of the season.

NEWS 3/11/26 8:59pm

Graham receives 3M grant for drinking water

By Alice Morrissey

Graham and Burlington received $3 million each from the state’s Drinking Water Reserve Loan Fund to update two water treatment facilities in Alamance County. Upgrading drinking water treatments in Burlington and adding renovations to the Graham-Mebane Water Treatment Plant.

NEWS 3/11/26 1:52pm

NC electricity costs, consumption expected to rise

By Evan Cooper

North Carolina electricity bills have risen 22% since 2020, according to a February report from the North Carolina Energy Policy Task Force. With data centers being proposed across North Carolina, those costs could rise even more. Currently, North Carolina hosts data centers from companies such as Google, Meta and Apple.

SPORTS 3/11/26 11:10am

Elon dance team builds confidence ahead of national competition

By Abigail Hines

Less than two months from their performance at the National Dance Alliance Collegiate National Championship, the Elon University dance team has one thing in mind: topping last year’s record-breaking performance. Captain and senior Bella Marrone remembers the moment clearly when she realized their pom routine at the 2025 national competition secured their highest placement in program history. 

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NEWS 03/30/2026 8:29pm
Gathering of friends celebrates life of Elon faculty member

Students, colleagues, family and friends gathered in the Numen Lumen gathering space on March 30 to celebrate the life of Allison Keill, director of the Elon Curriculum Resources Center. She passed away March 25 at 50 years old following an 18-month battle with pancreatic cancer. The gathering of friends began with words from University Chaplain and Dean of Multifaith Engagement Kirstin Boswell before the floor opened up for attendees to share feelings and memories.

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