Lifestyle

Fighting the stigma: one organization's effort to raise eating disorder awareness

For some Elon students, this is just another week of class. But for one sophomore, this week symbolizes part of her life journey. Maria Rossi is president of Project Heal, a national organization that works to raise awareness about eating disorders.

Doggy dock-diving competition makes a splash in Graham

At the Dockdogs competition, man's best friend jumps, dives and doggy paddles their way to the canine championship. 

Elon Eats: MaGerks bar and restaurant opens its doors for soft opening

The long-awaited Magurks, bar and restaurant, opened its doors with a soft opening over the weekend, filling the space that West End left behind.

History at Pine Hill

From veterans in World Wars I and II to the Spanish-American War, this cemetery holds centuries of history beneath its surface.

From pastor to runner: Elon professor juggles with the many facets of his life

To most students at Elon University, Mark Fox is just a professor known for his demanding public speaking course. But outside of class, Fox travels the world on mission trips, delivers sermons at his church every Sunday and is the father of seven homeschooled children.

Elon Eats: Salvation Coffee Co.

Salvation Coffee Company is a freedom-loving, family-oriented business; a home for cold brews, casual conversation and good music.

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.