Letters to the Editor

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SPORTS 12/3/22 8:41pm

Comeback effort, new starting lineup not enough for Elon University men’s basketball against UNCG

By Jesse Gordon

The Elon University men’s basketball team unveiled a new starting lineup against UNCG but could not complete a late comeback attempt, as the Phoenix lost an eighth straight game. 

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SPORTS 12/3/22 4:12pm

Elon University men's basketball welcomes young, freshman talent

By Mason Willett

This season has seen several new faces to the Elon men’s basketball team — with five of them being freshmen, including two walk ons. Head coach Billy Taylor said freshman Max Mackinnon is a big part of what Taylor wants to build for Elon’s program.

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SPORTS 12/3/22 2:35pm

Elon University graduate students share connection beyond the court

By Hope Valenti

After each match, the Elon men’s basketball team leaves the game on the court, putting it in the back of their minds until the next practice. 

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SPORTS 12/2/22 3:32pm

Elon University welcomes new faces to women’s basketball team

By Arianna Tristani

Starting 4-2 on the season, Elon women’s basketball has created a solid foundation to further team development and success — with eight freshmen added to the roster this year. Freshmen Raven Preston and Chloe Williams’ journeys to getting on the roster differ, but the foundation of hard work and relentless determination remains consistent.

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SPORTS 12/2/22 12:47pm

Kamryn Doty returns for redshirt freshman season

By Chase Strawser

Kamryn Doty missed her true freshman season with the Elon women’s basketball team because of a torn ACL. Now, she returns eager and prepared to take on a more prominent role for the Phoenix basketball team.

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NEWS 12/2/22 11:55am

Human Donor Memorial: Elon University’s silent teachers speak louder than ever

By Ryan Kupperman

Elon University’s former Dean of Admissions Susan Klopman served at Elon for 27 years and got the idea to sign up for Elon’s Anatomical Gift Program as an anatomical donor in the produce section of Harris Teeter — making her the first person to sign up. 

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NEWS 12/1/22 10:38pm

SPARKS, Elon University community commemorate World AIDS Day through music

By Miranda Ferrante

Since 1988, World AIDS Day has been recognized annually on Dec. 1 as a way to unite people globally in the fight against HIV and AIDS, while commemorating the lives of those who have died of the disease. 

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NEWS 12/1/22 3:45pm

Burlington Police Department investigates false report of active shooter at Williams High School

By Miranda Ferrante

The Burlington Police Department received a call at approximately 9:30 a.m. that said there was an active shooter inside Walter M. Williams High School in Burlington, according to public information officer Emily-Lynn Adkins. The 911 call has since been deemed a false report and the department is investigating. 

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NEWS 12/1/22 2:49pm

Former Elon University admissions staff member dies unexpectedly

By Kyra O'Connor

Meredith Smith, former Elon University admissions staff member, died unexpectedly on Nov. 27 at 35 years old. Smith started her work in admissions as an undergraduate student and worked with the university for over 18 years.  

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SPORTS 12/1/22 1:25pm

Graduate student steps on court for final year with Elon University women's basketball

By Mason Willett

With her final season on Elon’s women’s basketball team underway, graduate student Evonna McGill continues to be a leader on the court, even as she prepares for her future off of it.

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SPORTS 11/30/22 10:36pm

Elon University men’s basketball loses seventh straight

By Jesse Gordon

In the 177th all-time meeting between Elon and High Point, the Phoenix fell 84-70 to its local rival for its seventh straight loss. 

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LIFESTYLE 11/30/22 5:06pm

Vote for your favorite dining, shopping, entertainment outlets in and around Elon University

By Elon News Network

Elon News Network’s Best Of edition surveys students, faculty, staff and the general community to garner opinions on the best dining, shopping, entertainment outlets and more in the area. The survey will close on Dec. 7. 

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SPORTS 11/30/22 12:56pm

The Billy Taylor Era

By Caleigh Lawlor

As the men’s basketball team enters the 2022-23 season, a new era of Phoenix basketball is beginning. Nicknamed the “Billy Taylor Era” by Elon Athletics after new head coach Billy Taylor, the Phoenix is looking to have a successful season this year. 

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SPORTS 11/30/22 11:00am

Elon University men’s basketball rebounds and rebuilds in new season

By Mason Willett

Elon men’s basketball knew it had a lot on its plate following an array of changes after its last season: new head coach Billy Taylor, several players transferring out and five new freshmen, including two walk-ons. 

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SPORTS 11/30/22 11:00am

Elon University women’s basketball tips off season with young roster

By Max Wallace

A young Elon University women’s basketball team jumped into its season earlier in November after months of off-season preparation

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NEWS 11/29/22 11:22pm

Elon University students, community members attend Lights and Luminaries Festival

By Anne Thyfault

The Festival of Lights and Luminaries once again brought together the Elon University campus and surrounding community in celebration of different cultures, religions and traditions. 

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NEWS 11/29/22 5:49pm

Elon University’s fall 2022 Human Donor Memorial honors silent teachers

By Ryan Kupperman

The fall 2022 Human Donor Memorial will be held Thursday, Dec. 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in McCoy Commons.

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NEWS 11/28/22 9:14am

Elon University to host Festival of Lights and Luminaries

By Anne Thyfault

Elon University’s campus will shine bright with lights Tuesday for its annual Festival of Lights and Luminaries. The campus tradition, held from 6:30 to 8 p.m., is a space where students and community members can learn about the diverse religions, cultures and traditions represented on Elon’s campus.

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SPORTS 11/27/22 6:17pm

Elon men’s basketball loses sixth straight game

By Mason Willett

After a strong first half, the Elon University struggled in the second half against Radford on Sunday, losing 69-53 for a sixth consecutive loss. The team is now 1-6 on the season. 

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SPORTS 11/26/22 5:32pm

Elon University football’s season ends with loss to Furman

By Kole Noble

The Elon University football team fell 31-6 to Furman in the first round of the FCS playoffs on Saturday, as the Phoenix offense struggled to establish its running game. 

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