Letters to the Editor

New tobacco policy faces non-compliance

A change in Elon University's tobacco policy prohibits smoking within 30 feet of the perimeter of any building since fall. The change has be not been accompanied by accommodations for smokers, a possible factor of the ineffectiveness of the policy, according to Jordan Perry, coordinator for student development on substance education. "Part of the problem is that receptacles can be difficult to find, and to my knowledge, no shelter is available for smoking away from campus buildings in the event of inclement weather," said L.D.

Guys take to the mats for 'Broga' classes

Let's face it: there are not many spots on Elon's campus where you will find a room full of guys. But, if you head to Studio 5 in the gym, you will find just that. Senior Erik Higbee teaches a group exercise class called Broga, which is pretty much what it sounds like: yoga for guys. Higbee teaches three other yoga classes, but felt there was a need for an all-male class at Elon. "A lot of guys think yoga is girly," Higbee said.

Rehearsals for 'Macbeth' bring intimacy, intensity to Black Box

With opening night swiftly approaching, the cast of "Macbeth" is hard at work perfecting its interpretation of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies. "At this moment, we are halfway through our process," said Kirby Wahl, director of "Macbeth" and associate professor of performing arts. Wahl said he thinks it is important for Elon students to perform Shakespeare. "Those of us who direct and teach within the BFA Acting program have a list of genres and styles that we want each of our students exposed to during their time at Elon," Wahl said.

New assistant vice president gets acquainted with Elon

Elon University named Susan Kirkland the new assistant vice president after Ken Mullen vacated the position last year.

Strong use of Career Services not a substitute for students' work

Career Services released the results of its three-month-out survey of the Class of 2011, which details the class' post- graduate activities.

Constructing a legacy: Bromilow reflects on 2 decades at Elon before retirement

Take a quick stroll around the campus of Elon University and much of what you see can be traced back to the leadership of one man.

Committee rethinks Black History month celebrations

Elon University will celebrate the contributions of black people throughout history during Black History Month differently this February.

Elon lecturer's wife puts modern spin on unique hobby

Jennifer Hlavaty became interested in soap making when her son was born. She studied the harmful chemicals in everyday products and decided she wanted them out of the house. In order to eliminate most of them from the household, she started making her own preservative- free products. Though soap making may seem like an old-fashioned pastime, Hlavaty took a modern-day interest in the hobby.

Q&A with Elon alumna dealing with student loans

Five months ago, Elon alumna Jaclyn Cabral was $90,000 in debt with student loans and not sure what her future held.

Elon Alumni host first National Networking Day

For Elon University graduates, now is the time to update resumes and get new business cards.

Residence Life changes upperclassmen housing policy

Elon University's Residence Life is developing a new housing policy for juniors and seniors in an effort to fill spaces in The Station at Mill Point, according to Elaine Turner, director of Residence Life.

Students, faculty package books in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, classes were not in session, but for Elon University volunteers it was "a day on, not a day off," according to Leon Williams, director of the Multicultural Center and head of the Martin Luther King Jr.

Online summer course partners academics, Alaskan exploration

Summer gets cooler, literally. Two Elon faculty members devised an online course that includes a 10-day exploration of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula this summer.

News Briefs - Jan. 17 2012

New Business German program The Martha Spencer Love School of Business and the Department of Foreign Languages have created a new program designed to prepare students for a German work environment.

Even after Iraq, military does not rest

The Iraq War officially concluded with a ceremonial flag lowering in Baghdad on Thursday, Dec.

When the weather is gray, you can still be green

One of my favorite scenes from "A Christmas Story" is when Ralphie's younger brother is wearing too many clothes and whines that he can't put his arms down.

DanceWorks holds auditions, unites students of all majors

Twenty-one hopefuls waited outside the dance studios in the Center for the Arts Jan. 8 to audition for a spot in DanceWorks, a student- run dance organization on Elon's campus open to all majors and anyone with a passion for dance. DanceWorks puts on a concert each year and holds master classes, which are either student-run or taught by professionals. "We're not a group of only dance majors, so we really want to encourage everyone to get involved," said junior Katie Yahner, a dance major.

Students remix music, create mashups in class

It seems as if every song now has two or three remixes or has been mashed up with a different song with similar harmonies or lyrics to create an original beat and piece.

Martin Luther King Jr. Cookout with Delta Upsilon and Zeta Phi Beta

Fibers weave together stories, creativity at exhibition

Fibers have woven their threads through history to become more than just clothes worn on a person's body.