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BENSON: Get off campus to break the Elon bubble

Everyone in attendance here at Elon is familiar with the concept of the “Elon bubble” and all that it entails — the idea that students at this university find themselves sticking around on the weekends, attending the same parties, having breakfast at the same dining hall and going to bed at the same time Sunday night to do the whole monotonous week again. But here’s a shocker — you don’t have to be victim to the same routine time and time again.

EDITORIAL: It is up to students to combat culture of sexual assault

There is no denying that sexual assault is a prominent issue on Elon University's campus.  Though many students recognize the fact that sexual assault is wrong, it is still happening, and no one wants to take responsibility for this problem.

Swing into spring with three healthy salad recipes

With spring in full swing, there's never been a better time to turn a new leaf and eat healthily, salads are a great way to make the most of fresh fruits and veggies.  Not all salads are created equal; some salads may *seem* healthy, but in reality just fill you up on empty carbs and preservatives.

Freshman pitcher Brnovich earning his stripes

Often it takes freshman athletes time before they make their presence felt on the field. Sometimes they’re redshirted or sometimes they simply must wait for their time to come. But don’t tell Kyle Brnovich that. The freshman pitcher on Elon University’s baseball team is already making an impact on a team that has suddenly found a need for better performances on the mound. Though he had a relatively slow start to the season, Brnovich has arguably been the Phoenix best starting pitcher.

Elon's Music Theatre program skyrockets in recent rankings

Elon University’s Musical Theater program has reached record ranking numbers in the most recent lists released by various websites and publications.

Elon students participate in Denim Day in solidarity for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Nearly two decades ago, the Italian Supreme Court ruled against the survivor of a sexual assault simply because she was wearing jeans. In their minds, removing them was a two person effort, which made the sexual act consensual. Her attacker was set free. The global impact of the case has not been stifled in the time since. Elon University is no exception.

Creation and innovation take over the Moseley Student Center

A solar-powered electric bike, a light up guitar and sweat-proof t-shirts. Put these together, and you have a great representation of the Maker Hub and its innovation. These creations were showcased in the Maker Takeover in Moseley on April 26 from 11 a.m.

Community garden inspires spring recipes

Using the Elon Community Garden for Healthy and Fresh Spring Recipes   Spring has sprung and the Elon Community Garden is over flowing with the new season’s harvest.

Railroad construction detours pedestrians

Railroad crossings around campus will be undergoing work April 26 and 27, according to an email from Smith Jackson, vice president for student life.

With Trump nearing 100 days in office, latest Elon Poll takes temperature of NC voters

According to the latest Elon University Poll released on Wednesday, 49 percent of North Carolina respondents said that President Donald Trump is doing a worse job as president than President Barack Obama, while only 39 percent said Trump is outperforming his predecessor. The poll asked questions about voters' views of President Trump, his behaviors, and policies April 19-21.

Jerusalem native to bring Mediterranean cuisine to Downtown Elon

A Jerusalem native, Jamil Kadoura, came to the United States in 1978 to fulfill his American dream and learn business management. “I started as a dishwasher actually when I was a student,” Jamil Kadoura, owner of Mediterranean Deli, Bakery and Catering in Chapel Hill said, “ I started getting promotions to assistant cook then assistant chef and sous chef.

Caroline Redd: A survivor and inspirer

Battling childhood cancer Elon sophomore Caroline Redd has known what it means to overcome difficult times since a young age.

Sexual Assault: It happens here, too

All Takeva Mitchell could think of was getting clean and showering — hoping to erase the disgust, guilt and pain she felt.

Professor incorporates technology and education

Mark Enfield, associate professor of education at Elon University, has been making waves in the educational world through his implementation of technology into local Alamance-Burlington classrooms. Enfield began his project this past March, with Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary School in Burlington.

Students build individual curriculum catered to interests

The majority of Elon students rely on predetermined major checksheets and degree audits to help them when registering for classes or working out their four-year-plan.

Students, faculty share research, experiences at Spring Undergraduate Research Forum

The Spring Undergraduate Research Forum, affectionately referred to as “SURF,” was held Tuesday at Elon University, and despite the dreary weather, students and faculty turned out in droves to see their peers' work.

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Peruvian origins offer motivation for staff member

The youngest of five children, Keren Rivas was accustomed to being in school with one of her siblings and spending a lot of time with her family.

The CREDE's search for new leadership continues

When Randy Williams moved out of a leadership role for the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education (CREDE) in April 2016, a void was left in the organization’s leadership that has yet to be filled at Elon University.

French voters favor political outsiders, Prep for second round of presidential election

French voters are looking towards a final vote next Sunday, May 7th to elect their new President. It started off as an election with 11 candidates from across the political spectrum--but 4 emerged as legitimate contenders.