Letters to the Editor

Connie Book excited for future as first semester comes to a close

After she attends a workshop at Harvard University in the summer, Connie Book said her biggest priority for next fall will be developing the next strategic plan.

Lumen scholar takes on new perspective on exploring the refugee experience

Editorial: Fences need to be faced in order to be mended

One of the largest groups of faculty prepare to retire from Elon

Long-sleeved tucked, sleeves rolled and khakis ironed. Thomas Henricks checked his watch to make sure he wouldn’t be late to his first class at Elon University. After climbing to the third floor of Powell Building, he paused before entering room 302. “Here I go,” he thought. 

New proposed hotel tax could increase prices for visitors in the county

Women and climate change: Why their experiences can make an impact

When it comes to taking action on climate change, women are often left out of the conversation. Women’s voices and perspectives go unheard in decision-making processes and policy reforms that aim to allow the world to adapt to a changing climate, but their experiences have more to do with climate change than some think.

A Phoenix Jersey to A Pittsburgh Steelers Uniform

5K run hosted at Elon to support Molly Offstein's road to recovery

The Jackson 5’s song “ABC” boomed around the intramural fields as Andy Derryberry crossed the finish line as the oldest participant at the “Show Us Your Shoes!” run. The 5K hosted on April 29, was in support of Molly Offstein, a cross country runner who during her freshman year at Elon University was hit by car while on a run last spring.

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Club baseball honors Breslin Wiley

Saturday, April 28, marked six months since junior engineering major Breslin Wiley passed away. Club baseball honored him by winning its game, retiring his jersey and planting a tree in memory of him.

Nwokeji signs with Steelers

Elon offensive lineman Ikenna Nwokeji just became the 12th Phoenix to sign a contract to the NFL when he signed on with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday, April 28.

Turning the black box to a rock concert

Elon's musical theatre department performs American Idiot.

SGA gives donation of $1,000 to the Chaplain Discretionary Fund

SGA decided to give an annual donation of $1,000 to the Chaplin Discretionary Fund tonight at their weekly business meeting. The Chaplin Fund was established at Elon University to help students, faculty and staff who are in need additional support. Jana Lynn Patterson, advisor to SGA, said examples of this include sudden illness, injury, accident, food insecurity or a natural disaster. 

Hotel planned to be built on campus

Elon University has announced plans to build a hotel on campus. The tentatively named "Inn at Elon," will have 80 rooms, a restaurant and lounge, ballroom, conference rooms, a fitness room and an outdoor gathering space. 

Admissions staff member gets a special birthday surprise

Tour guides raised $1,430 to send their supervisor, Amy Woods, to her dream destination

It's never too early to chase your dreams

Junior Kate Ulveling developed her marketing skills early on. She now runs Carolina Candy, her own jewelry business. 

Syrian refugee defies the odds

Saria Samakie, a Syrian refugee, has already lived a long life at age 21. Now a freshman at Georgetown University, he was awarded the Arrupe Scholarship and speaks nationally about his experiences as an immigrant.

Speakers announced for the 2018-2019 academic year

EDITORIAL: Sugarcoating the conversation is not helping anyone

In light of the Starbucks and Syracuse University incidents, the correct word is "discrimination," not "bias" or "prejudice."

World Hijab Day in the Elon community

World Hijab Day is a day of celebrating for Muslim women by walking in their shoes for a day. Elon University is celebrating Hijab Day April 25. Students are invited to cover their heads with either a scarf or cap for the day.