Letters to the Editor

If you’re comfortable, you’re not trying

I recently reported on a speech about campus racism given by Lawrence Ross, author of “Blackballed: The Black and White Politics of Race on America’s Campuses.” It was a fairly routine assignment. I showed up in LaRose Digital Theatre with plenty of time to scope out some students to interview and a good seat for taking photos. It was only when I’d settled in that I realized this event was being attended, unlike most events at Elon University, by mostly African-American students and faculty. It was then that the discomfort settled in, along with the feeling that, however unwelcome that discomfort might be, it was absolutely necessary.

Previewing the Men's CAA Tournament, team by team

Delaware (2-16) The Blue Hens (7-22 overall) have earned just two conference wins this season, and are 2-15 on the road.

Student health deserves higher priority

Physical and mental health should always be our priority. This is something that as college students, we have heard time and time again, so much so that it seems redundant and unnecessary to even say it.

WSOE looks to increase campus presence with new radio staff

With a brand new executive board consisting of mostly underclassmen, Elon University’s student-run radio station WSOE is fighting their way back into the spotlight.

Local kayaking charity sponsors Elon alumna

Local kayaking charity sponsors Elon alum “Paddling for Pennies” has chosen Kimberly Fix, ‘10, as the recipient of their trip

Expansion to the Business School to be named Sankey Hall

The new Richard W. Sankey Hall, will be an extension of the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, and will provide classrooms and learning facilities for all Elon students.

Elon community remembers Heidi Frontani

About three hundred members of the Elon community gathered in the Sacred Space of Numen Lumen on Monday night to commemorate the life of Heidi Frontani, professor of geography. Frontani, 50, died of a heart attack Feb.

Elon Law student battled lymphoma for the second time

In October 2012, Ragan Riddle was a senior at Wingate University when a visit to the doctor changed everything -- she was diagnosed with lymphoma.

Immigration, healthcare major focus at latest Republican debate

Under constant pressure from Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), businessman Donald Trump added more specificity to his rhetoric during the last Republican presidential debate in Houston. With immigration and healthcare dominating the discussion, Trump elaborated on how he would create a border and replace the Affordable Care Act. Trump said the wall would cost around $10-12 billion and would stretch across 1,000 miles.

Two women's basketball seniors to participate in coaching clinic

Two Elon University women's basketball seniors are a part of the 75-person group that will attend the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) "So You Want To be A Coach" program. Senior guards Jospeha Mbouma and Nicole Razor will travel to Indianapolis to participate in a three-day workshop April 1-3. “‘So You Want To Be A Coach’ is a premier program for student athletes who want to transition into the field of coaching,” said Elon head coach Charlotte Smith.

Young men’s tennis team finding early success

Freshman Salvador Mijares hasn’t wasted any time making his mark on campus for the Elon University men’s tennis team since arriving this January.

Midterms deserve respect, not stress

Just one month into the new semester, we’re naturally inclined to consider not how far we’ve come, but how far we still have to go. Nevertheless, some professors are already starting to drop the dreaded warning: “Pay attention — this could be on the midterm.” It’s scary but true. Midterms will be here before we know it, and it’s our responsibility to be ready for them. But how much stress is too much?

Sophomore shining amid women's tennis struggles

In her freshman season for the Elon University women’s tennis team, Erica Braschi went 13-4 in singles out of the No. 3 and 4 slots, one of many bright spots in a strong season for the Phoenix. Amid injuries and a schedule that has featured six ranked opponents, the Phoenix have failed to channel last season’s success, sporting a 2-8 record. Along the way Braschi has moved up to the No. 2 singles slot.

New School of Business building to be named Sankey Hall

Two Elon University parents have donated the gift for the naming rights of the expansion to the Love School of Business. Elon announced Tuesday that Jim and Beth Sankey of Charlotte donated the naming gift and that the 30,000-square-foot building will be named for Jim Sankey’s father, the late Richard W. Sankey.

Senior shares her story of becoming a legal immigrant

Elon students have 'Oscar's Fan Experience' at 88th Academy Awards

Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence weren’t the only ones who made an appearance on the red carpet at the 88th Academy Awards on Feb.

For Father Gerry Waterman wine isn't just for blessing

There are some nights when Father Gerry Waterman comes home and likes to drink one of the wines in his collection.

Heidi Frontani: More than Just a Teacher

Mentor, teacher, advisor, wife, mother, friend, author, and other titles are just a few ways that the Elon community has described Dr. Heidi Frontani since her death on Friday, February 26. According to Dr. Charles Irons, the Chair of the Department of History and Geography, her passion for each of these roles is what made her special. "Over the last several years she really hit her professional stride.

Slew of protests emerge at Donald Trump rally in Radford

Donald Trump worked through relentless protesting at Radford University during a rally Monday afternoon to garner support before Super Tuesday.

Rebecca Hurd, Elon's 'comedy queen'

About six hundred students were sitting in Elon University’s performing arts theatre, McCrary Theatre Wednesday night, waiting to see SNL Colin Jost’s stand-up.