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Elon students reflect on shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue

Freshman Alex Farber and other members of the Elon community met in Moseley Sunday afternoon to reflect on the shooting in Pittsburgh. Several students are asking for others to stand in solidarity with them. 

SGA announces inaugural student vs. faculty/staff basketball game

This week, SGA announced the first student/faculty basketball game, an event that will debut on Tuesday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m. in Alumni Gym during this year’s Homecoming Week. 

Town of Elon 125th Celebration shows importance of town and university relations

 The town of Elon and Elon university are “inseparable,” President Book said at the 125th celebration of the town. 

Trump calls for unity, slams the press and speaks on border security in N.C.

President Donald Trump brought nearly 9,000 people out to Charlotte as one stop on his presidential campaign to endorse Republican representatives Mark Harris and Ted Budd. 

Elon's SGA announces events for Homecoming week

SGA has events planned for this upcoming week to kick off Homecoming weekend

Students play dodge ball for cancer research and suicide prevention

On Friday, Oct. 26, Relay for Life, partnered with the club baseball team, hosted Doge for a Cause, a fundraiser for cancer research and suicide prevention with proceeds going to the American Cancer Society and the American Suicide Prevention Society.

Serving and Studying: Elon continues Hurricane Florence relief with research and service

Students and staff conduct a survey to investigate the impact of Hurricane Florence and respond to these impacts by volunteering in Fayetteville.

LIVE UPDATES: Full coverage of President Connie Book's inauguration

On Oct. 18, Connie Book will be ceremonially inaugurated as Elon University 's ninth president. Elon News Network will have continuous updates throughout the weekend. 

Tibetan monk visits Elon's campus to construct a sand mandala

In the Buddhist religion, sand mandalas represent peace and creation. This week, the Elon University community will once again be able to experience a sand mandala for themselves. 

Behind the Screen: Understanding Turner Theatre selections

Since opening in December 2016, Turner Theatre has brought a wide variety of films for Elon University students, faculty and staff to enjoy in the comfort of their own campus. All anyone needs is a Phoenix Card and some free time to settle into comfortable seats in Schar Hall for a cinematic experience.

New Odyssey scholarships seen as 'significant' addition for Center for Access and Success

As part of her inaugural address, President Book announces new Odyssey Program scholarships made possible on behalf of Louis DeJoy and Dr. Aldona Wos

Mold and mildew in Virginia dorms

Students say they are more than frustrated with the mold outbreak in Virginia. This issue started earlier in the semester, but the roommates say they didn't receive help until Fall Break. 

Groundbreaking of the Inn at Elon

As part of the inaugural events, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to commemorate the construction of the Inn at Elon.

Elon Talks: Inauguration Edition

As part of the many events during the week of President Book's Inauguration, Elon Talks highlights the academic successes and experiences of both professors and their students to Elon University's alumni. 

SGA meeting highlights upcoming events and student resources

Amid inauguration festivities, SGA focuses on getting students to the polls, fixing community concerns and promoting the Student Inaugural Ball.

'Always becoming': Connie Book ceremonially inaugurated as Elon's ninth president

Elon's first female president focused her inaugural address on the process of building a successful community.

Here's Connie Book's full inaugural address

A full, unedited transcript of Connie Book's inaugural address

ENN Special Report: Live coverage of President Connie Book's inauguration

Charleston leaders say Book helped create change for the community

Book's former colleges say her perspective led to creation of new initiatives

Fundraiser-in-Chief: Raising money becomes a top priority for Connie Book as president

As she acclimates to her role, Connie Book embraces fundraising for the university