Lifestyle

Burlington mayor completes childhood dream by earning pilot's license

Throughout his short yet prosperous career, his childhood dream of flying never died. Now, after years of being grounded, it’s finally starting to take off. 

Elon Eats: One ice cream shop serving up farm fresh flavors

What’s black, white and has cows all over? It’s Maple View’s County Line Creamery! The ice cream shop opened last March and is located in downtown Gibsonville, just a short 7 minute drive from campus. Since its opening, it has been popular with Elon students and locals alike. 

Incoming Elon freshman performs at Tony Awards, hopes to spread powerful message with musical theatre program

Incoming Elon University freshman from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School took the stage at Tony Awards

Lumen scholar takes on new perspective on exploring the refugee experience

Turning the black box to a rock concert

Elon's musical theatre department performs American Idiot.

It's never too early to chase your dreams

Junior Kate Ulveling developed her marketing skills early on. She now runs Carolina Candy, her own jewelry business. 

Syrian refugee defies the odds

Saria Samakie, a Syrian refugee, has already lived a long life at age 21. Now a freshman at Georgetown University, he was awarded the Arrupe Scholarship and speaks nationally about his experiences as an immigrant.

Annual carnival partners with university programs

The annual Colonnades Carnival yesterday drew crowds from different programs on campus and spread the message of sustainability.

Life with dietary restrictions at Elon

Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free diets have gained popularity in recent years, students on Elon's campus sometimes struggle to find appropriate food for their lifestyles.

Making the seconds count

Sophomore remembers her sister through dancing and her sorority.

Soaring with aerial silks

Recently, members of the Zenitry family received news that the owner of the studio is stepping down in order to care for her newborn baby, and if a replacement is not found soon, the studio will close by the end of May. 

#ContestMovieLife

Elon University School of Communications students have the chance to win the Fan Favorite award, as measured by the #ContestMovieLife hashtag on social media.

Life in Smith Hall

Though many call it gross, some call it the best place to live on Elon University’s campus.  Nestled between the Duke building and Carolina residence hall, Smith Hall is the Historic Neighborhood dormitory that has a unique characteristic: it’s the only place on campus where only men can live.

Elon sophomore uses crafting to create own business

Courtney Chambers decided to launch a do-it-yourself craft blog. At the time, DIY companies were only geared toward children, so she was eager to create a platform that gave teenagers the ability to express themselves. “We want to provide our generation with a place to go to find inspiration ... and feel capable of creating things,” Courtney said.

At Sal’s Italian restaurant, family and community define the business.

Sal’s Italian Restaurant didn’t always look the way it does now. Established in 1977, it was originally a high end Italian cuisine restaurant, the kind where the tables are covered in white tablecloths and fine glassware, and Burlington residents dressed up to sit down. 

Elon to celebrate Hindu festival Holi on Friday

The colorful and lively Hindu festival of Holi will be celebrated at Elon this month with vibrant colored paints, dyes and music.  The Holi festival will occur in Speakers' Corner 4 p.m. Friday, April 13. Following the festival will be Indian Shabbat held in the Numen Lumen Pavilion 7 p.m. 

Elon alumna to perform in ‘Mean Girls’ on Broadway

 The popular cult classic film, “Mean Girls,” is being brought to life to the Broadway stage as a musical, featuring a familiar Elon University alumna face. 

HerCampus brings The Brand Girls to Elon

Sunscreen, lipstick and hairspray lined the seats of McEwen 209 on Wednesday night. The Her Campus chapter at Elon University partnered with The Brand Girls. This crossover event encouraged female students to follow their passions in the workforce. 

Intersecting Identity: Political science professor Jessica Carew examines intersectionality

The story behind the jumps and turns

The velvet red curtain opens to reveal an empty black stage. There’s complete silence. A few seconds pass and a light beams from above on to a single dancer draped in royal blue, with mysterious fog lingering in the background. Abby Corrigan lifts her head and stares into the audience. This is Echoes.