Letters to the Editor

Elon Phoenix falls to Charleston Cougars in the final home game of the year

Elon University men's basketball fell to the College of Charleston Cougars 84-74 on Senior Night Saturday, Feb. 23, in the final home game of the team's inaugural season at Schar Center.

Women's lacrosse season preview

Elon University women’s lacrosse looks to have a turn-around season in 2019 after going 4-11 last year. 

Phoenix fail to match CAA-leading James Madison Dukes

Elon University women’s basketball (8-16, 3-10 in CAA) fell hard to the CAA-leading James Madison University Dukes (21-4, 13-1) 74-46 in Schar Center.

A 'SAGA' 400 years in the making

Every year, Elon University presents a dance concert celebrating Black History Month.

Apple COO Jeff Williams shares advice with the Elon community

Apple Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams, father of a member of Elon University's Class of 2019, visited the Great Hall in Global Commons at 11 a.m. this morning to talk about his role as COO of Apple and give advice about career decisions to Elon students.

SGA amends constitution, nine positions up for grabs

SGA begins this semester unanimously passing significant changes to its constitution. Executive positions have been reorganized, most notably the responsibilities of the Executive Secretary.

Santa Ana leads men's basketball to scorch Seahawks

Elon University men’s basketball (9-19, 5-10) took down the University of North Carolina Wilmington (9-20, 5-11) to stop its four-game slide 84-77.

Faculty push for equality

She said it was not until conversations about forming a union for non-tenure-track faculty began in early 2018 that she became aware of a wage gap between her and her male counterparts. 

LOCKARD: Dear President Book and Provost House, from an alumna

In a letter to President Connie Book and Provost Steven House, Claire Lockard '16 expresses her frustration and disappointment with the Elon University administrators' response to the recent filing for a union election.

Burlington ICE raids leave lasting fear in the community

Jessica walked into class at Hugh M. Cummings High School the day after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raided a mobile trailer park on South Church Street. She said some of her friends were too scared to leave their homes and go to class the next day. Others were afraid to drive on the roads. 

Baseball season preview

After being picked to win the CAA and with multiple preseason All-Americans on the roster, Elon University baseball is getting ready for a big 2019 season ahead. 

Ladies Lifting Night

Campus Recreation and Wellness held its fourth annual Ladies Lifting Night on Monday, Feb. 18, at Elon University as a part of the campuswide Love Your Body Week. Campus Rec. shut down Koury Fitness Center at 8:30 p.m. to prepare for the all-girls weight lifting session.

Riding along with The Burlington Police Department

Burlington Police Officer Alek Ayer is all about driving, responding and making a difference in the community he serves. 

From Congress to Elon's campus

Former Congressmen Peter Roskam (R-IL) and Glenn English (D-OK) visited Elon University Monday night as part of the Congress to Campus program. The visit, organized by the Stennis Center for Public Leadership and the nonprofit Former Members of Congress, was fashioned to engage with future leaders to provide a sense of what Congress is like as well as educate students on U.S. political institutions while at the same time encourage those to pursue careers in public service.

Appreciating diversity in musical theatre

Students in the musical theater department reflect on the recent efforts Elon has made to make the program more diverse.

Lacrosse falls to UVA in season opener

Elon University women’s lacrosse fell in the home opener to the University of Virginia 11-4 on Saturday, Feb. 16. Despite Elon's defensive effort, the short burst from the offense in the second half was not enough to match the fast-paced attack of the Cavaliers.

Task Force's upcoming report reveals strides made

The task force, which consists of Elon faculty and staff, works to asses the experience of African-American students, faculty and staff and write recommendations on how to improve them.  

Men's basketball falls to William and Mary 84-74

Elon men's basketball lost its fourth straight game Saturday to the College of William and Mary 84-74. The Phoenix were unable to stop William and Mary's junior forward Nathan Knight, who dropped 35 points in a dominant display of power.

SGA leaders hope to represent varying backgrounds

Kenneth Brown Jr. and Lauryn Adams are two leaders on campus that are using their identity to bridge a gap among the student body.

President Book names Provost Search Committee