Letters to the Editor

Black Panther sparks conversation about representation

Marvel Studios’ Black Panther has broken a plethora of box office records, and Elon students have shown out to the Alamance Crossing Stadium 16 to witness and make their own judgments on the movie.

Masters in higher education to launch at Elon in fall 2018

A new two-year full-time program for a Master of Arts degree in higher education starts in Fall 2018 at Elon University. The new program aims to educate the next generation of institutional leaders. The program will provide students with hands-on experiences that will equip them to work for colleges and universities.

BARRETO: The fight for representation is far from over

After 68 years, Alumni Gym hosts its last athletics events

Opened on Jan. 14, 1950, Alumni Gym was built to honor the Elon University alumni who lost their lives in World Wars I and II. It has since remained the centerpiece of Elon athletics, hosting the greatest players to wear maroon and gold whose records still stand today.

Nation has reached tipping point for gun control

With 17 students dead and a nation rallying in support of change, gun legislation is on the forefront of debate.  Already in 2018 there have been three cases of open fire shootings in schools which resulted in injury or death. The first at Marshall County High school in Kentucky, then Italy High School in Texas and the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Fla.

Mill Point residents struggle with cold temperatures

Residents in Mill Point neighborhood have been experiencing colder-than-usual temperatures in their apartments due to certain limits set on thermostats. Though heating apartments was a problem throughout the colder months of the year, recently the problem has subsided due to the rising temperatures outside.

Elon Eats: Mediterranean cuisine and culture comes to Elon

Walking into Mediterranean Deli, Bakery and Catering in Park Place can be a little overwhelming. Here are some tried-and-true suggestions

Black History Month might be ending but the celebration never does

Less than 20 miles from Elon tucked away between Durham and Winston-Salem, Greensboro, North Carolina played a significant role in the fight for Civil Rights in the 1960’s. 

Autism spokesperson Temple Grandin visits Elon

Temple Grandin, professor of animal science at Colorado State University and voice for the autistic community, came to Elon on Tuesday to discuss the discrepancies in the American education system, particularly with disabled students.

Returning to her Roots: How Connie Book intends to grow as a president this spring

As her presidency begins, Connie Book said she’ll rely on previous relationships to guide her in the new role.

Lambert says goodbye at final College Coffee as president

After announcing last February that he would be stepping down, President Leo Lambert is just two days away from officially beginning his year long sabbatical.

Zagster bike-sharing program ends

Zagster, the bike-sharing program implemented by the SGA last February, has ended. The pilot program was originally created by the Student Issues Committee after students requested a bike-sharing program. Student Body Secretary Rachel Hobbs said it took two years of research to get the system up and running. 

Elon falls to JMU in final men's game inside Alumni Gym

The Elon University men’s basketball team was unable to send Alumni Gym out on a high note,  falling in the closing act of the storied facility to the Dukes of James Madison University 90-84. Senior forward Brian Dawkins was hot early in the first half. He scored eight of Elon’s first 10 points. He would finish the first 20 minutes with 13 points and an assist. However he was unable to help out down the stretch, fouling out with 1:48 to go. Dawkins ended his final home game as a Phoenix with 25 points and an assist. 

Elon University statement on peaceful protests impacting prospective Elon students

Elon News Network requested a statement from Elon University several times regarding its stance on high school students organizing peaceful protests and how this would affect admission. Elon admissions came out with its statement this afternoon on its Facebook page and homepage on Elon's website. 

Ubuntu: Black History Month concert unites community and culture

On Feb. 26, the Black History Month dance concert will take place in McCrary at 7:30 p.m. The concert features Elon students who study dance or went to Ghana over winter term. The show will exhibit West African dances, rhythms and costumes. 

HAGER: Don't let your phone tell you what to do

Ripple Conference: healing our world through interfaith and social justice

Ripple Conference inspires and sparks dialogue between interfaith students

Men’s basketball comes up short against Northeastern

The Elon University men’s basketball team fell to Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) rival Northeastern University on Saturday night at Alumni gym 81-59, marking the team’s fifth consecutive loss as it gears up for next week’s CAA tournament in Charleston, South Carolina. The Phoenix struggled to find its groove early, largely due to Northeastern’s suffocating defense that generated twelve points off ten turnovers in the first half. This saw the visiting Huskies lead for 17 of the first 20 minutes, and head into the halftime break with a 41-28 advantage. Northeastern was able to maintain control of the game throughout the final 20 minutes, effectively pushing its winning streak up to seven games. 

Baseball pulls out win against Marshall, evens weekend series

The Elon University baseball team (2-5) won its second game of the season against the Marshall University Thundercats 3-2 Saturday afternoon at Latham Park.  The game was filled with strong defense as the Phoenix put up zero errors and one double play. Sophomore starting pitcher Kyle Brnovich earned the win, giving up one run after pitching 7.2 innings.

Student-organized benefit concert for Caribbean Island hurricane relief raises over $1,600

The sound of basketballs bouncing against hardwood floors in the Danieley Phoenix Activities and Recreation Center was replaced with booming music and an applauding audience Friday night at “Helping Hands United: A Benefit Concert for Caribbean Island Hurricane Relief.”