Letters to the Editor

SPORTS 1/30/26 10:59pm

Elon University women’s basketball falls to conference-leading Charleston

By Kathan Gandhi

In Elon women’s basketball’s 77-69 loss to the College of Charleston Cougars, strategic positioning, discipline and physicality took center stage. The game, which was pushed from a 7 p.m. to 6 p.m. tip-off due to weather, was a rematch from earlier in the season, when Elon fell to Charleston 87-64. Charleston entered the game on a nine-game win streak, undefeated in the Coastal Athletic Association. The team is the best offensive, rebounding and three-point shooting team in the CAA. Head coach Charlotte Smith said she wanted to present the Cougars with a 3-1-1 zone, which she said is unorthodox against a good shooting team.

NEWS 1/30/26 12:14pm

Elon University to close early Friday ahead of winter storm

By Abby Gravely

Elon University offices will close at 3 p.m. Jan. 30 to allow for preparation time ahead of the upcoming winter storm. Vice President of Student Life Jon Dooley announced the closure in an email Jan. 30 that also outlined changes to campus parking and weekend basketball schedules. 

NEWS 1/30/26 10:18am

Elon University tuition to increase by 5.42% for 2026-27 academic year

By Anjolina Fantaroni

Elon’s tuition, fees, food and housing will increase by 4.93% for the 2026-27 academic year. This is the total cost of attendance — which includes tuition, fees, food and housing costs — at Elon and is an increase of about $3,240. Tuition and fees alone will increase by $2,645, which is a 5.42% increase. Currently, Elon's total cost of attendance is $65,663. Next year, the total cost of attendance will be $68,903 according to Elon's admissions website. 

SPORTS 1/29/26 11:11pm

Elon University men’s basketball storms back to top William & Mary

By Kathan Gandhi

In a battle between the Coastal Athletic Association’s top two offenses, it was Elon men’s basketball’s defense that stood strong in a 79-76 win for the Phoenix against the College of William & Mary Tribe. There was a season-high crowd of 1,815 fans in attendance for Elon’s annual “jersey night,” where the first 200 attendees received a free team jersey after the game. The Phoenix delivered the audience a thrilling comeback victory. 

NEWS 1/29/26 4:14pm

ABSS transitions to Optional Teacher Workday Jan. 30

By Anjolina Fantaroni

The Alamance-Burlington School System announced Jan. 29 that there will be no remote learning for students Jan. 30, and teachers will have an optional workday. The district said the decision was made to preserve its final remote learning day for potential future weather events.

NEWS 1/28/26 2:22pm

Elon Town Council discusses possible acquisition of Labcorp property

By Trista Panagakos

The Elon Town Council discussed possible funding paths for a new municipal building and police station. The Town agreed to purchase a Labcorp property at 112 Orange Drive in the fall. The purchase has not gone through and members debated costs Jan. 27. There were no participants in the public comments portion of the meeting. 

OPINIONS 1/27/26 3:46pm

OPINION: The small town snow crisis that never was

By Alex Nettles

I came across a sarcastic Fizz post while I walked through the snow. It showed a concentrated clump of snow salt on the sidewalk and read, “Great! We definitely won’t get any ice here!” I saw a couple of posts like this on the student social media app. I started to wonder if people realized the effort Facilities Management makes against the scourge of nature.

NEWS 1/26/26 2:13pm

ABSS to continue Remote Learning Day procedures Jan. 27

By Anjolina Fantaroni

The Alamance-Burlington School System announced Jan. 26 that all schools and facilities will continue to be closed Jan. 27 because of hazardous road conditions. Remote Learning Days are school days where students work asynchronously and at their own pace, according to the Remote Learning Day guide. 

NEWS 1/25/26 4:16pm

Elon University offices close following winter storm warning

By Anjolina Fantaroni

According to an email from Vice President of Student Life Jon Dooley, Elon University offices will be closed Jan. 26 due to a winter storm warning in effect through 1 p.m. Jan. 26. The email also stated that graduate and law classes will not be held in-person at the Elon, Greensboro or Charlotte campus locations Jan. 26.

NEWS 1/25/26 2:26pm

ABSS transitions to Remote Learning Day

By Anjolina Fantaroni

According to a release from the Alamance-Burlington School System, the district will transition to a Remote Learning Day on Jan. 26. All schools and facilities will be closed. Remote Learning Days are school days where students work asynchronously and at their own pace, according to the Remote Learning Day guide. 

NEWS 1/24/26 6:09pm

Trollinger, West End under new ownership after days of silence

By Kathan Gandhi and Miles Hayford

As Burlington prepares for an incoming winter storm, residents living at the West End and Trollinger apartments are finally getting answers about a chaotic management transition that left many residents confused, frustrated and for several days, literally in the dark. Trollinger and West End are two of Elon University’s biggest off-campus housing sites, located off of West Trollinger Avenue and East Lebanon Avenue, respectively. About 240 residents live in both properties in total.

NEWS 1/23/26 4:49pm

Elon, Burlington declare states of emergency ahead of winter storm

By Mackenzie Cruz

Mayor Emily Sharpe has declared a State of Emergency for the town of Elon, effective 5 p.m. Jan. 23, because of an anticipated winter storm and hazardous travel conditions. The declaration urges residents to stay off the roads, use caution with alternative heating sources, check smoke alarm batteries and allow town crews to safely clear streets. 

SPORTS 1/23/26 12:05pm

Elon University men’s basketball loses back-and-forth match vs. Towson

By Sam Weiss

In a battle of power, all that matters is the end result. For Elon’s men’s basketball team, that result was a loss against the Towson Tigers. Elon fought until the very end, but came up short, losing a physical game 59-72 Jan. 22 at Schar Center. Elon started the game locked on defense, forcing a turnover on the first possession. They then scored the first bucket of the game on a layup by graduate student Chandler Cuthrell. This combination of defensive pressure into points on the board would continue for Elon, as they were able to open the game 13-9 in the first 10 minutes. After a quick exchange of points by both teams, Elon would see its 4-point lead evaporate as Towson scored 11 unanswered to take a 22-15 lead over the Phoenix.

NEWS 1/22/26 8:14pm

Elon University prepares for winter storm to bring snow, ice to North Carolina

By Mackenzie Cruz

Alamance County is under a winter storm watch from Jan. 24 to Jan. 26. The National Weather Service put the watch into effect on Jan. 21 for Alamance County along with many other counties in central North Carolina and Virginia. Mixed precipitation is expected; snow, sleet, and/or freezing rain are possible. On Jan. 21, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein declared a state of emergency ahead of the storm. He suggested people stock up on supplies, stay off the roads if they can and be prepared for power outages. The North Carolina Department of Transportation has begun salting roads, overpasses and bridges.

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NEWS 03/30/2026 8:29pm
Gathering of friends celebrates life of Elon faculty member

Students, colleagues, family and friends gathered in the Numen Lumen gathering space on March 30 to celebrate the life of Allison Keill, director of the Elon Curriculum Resources Center. She passed away March 25 at 50 years old following an 18-month battle with pancreatic cancer. The gathering of friends began with words from University Chaplain and Dean of Multifaith Engagement Kirstin Boswell before the floor opened up for attendees to share feelings and memories.

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