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Administration makes new plans for building projects on campus

Expect to see more construction cones around campus. The board of trustees recently approved a project to add additional facilities to the Danieley neighborhood. The new facilities will include a fitness center, various offices, a demonstrative kitchen and Einstein Bagels, which will be located next to Qdoba.

Charter Revoked From Elon's Sigma Pi Fraternity Chapter

According to Sigma Pi, International, the Elon University Epsilon-Theta Chapter has had its charter revoked as of Nov.

Elon Sigma Pi Fraternity Suspended for Hazing

Please see our updated information here. According to Eric Townsend, Director of Elon University News Bureau, the university has upheld the three-year suspension of Elon's Epsilon-Theta chapter of Sigma Pi. Dean Jana Lynn Patterson, Associate Vice President for Student Life, told ELN the president of Sigma Pi met with her on Nov.

Gas leak causes shut down of Lakeside Dining

A gas leak reported at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12, caused the shutdown of Lakeside Dining Hall. Elon Dining said all connections to the gas line were immediately cut off, and impacted Moseley Center, the Global Neighborhood and Koury Athletic Center. Physical Plant fixed the gas leak just before 12:30 p.m., but Elon Dining said it will not reopen for lunch this afternoon, due to inability to prepare food.

Alamance Battleground Celebrates Veterans

Preserving the past is what Alamance Battleground reenactor Bill Thompson strives to do everyday during Colonial Living History Week. Thompson has worked at the battleground for 11 years, and he started working during his junior year at Elon University. The Alamance Battleground, named after the Battle of Alamance in 1771, holds historical value because it's said that it hosted the first battle of the American Revolution. The county was named in remembrance, and the local community has since then hosted the week-long living history event to commemorate the lives sacrificed and freedoms gained from that battle. Thompson said he enjoys working there mainly because of the interactions he gets to have with those who have served on active duty. "I've talked to people that've been all over the world," said Thompson.

Dancing in the black box

This weekend Elon's Department of Performing Arts held its annual dance concert, consisting of nine original choreographic works done by the students, faculty and guest artists.

Northeastern knocks Elon out of CAA playoffs

Coming off of Rudd Field following Elon's 2-0 defeat by Northeastern, Jason Waterman felt only one emotion: anger. Not sadness, not regret, but anger at the way he and his team played, as the Phoenix missed opportunity after opportunity and bowed out of the Colonial Athletic Association playoffs in the quarterfinal round. "There's nothing else to it, I'm pissed," Waterman said.

Religious Studies Dept. hosts discussion in response to controversial speaker

In response to controversial speaker, Avi Melamed, the Religious Studies Department hosted a panel discussion so that students could further the discussion.

No Shave November inspires students to raise awareness

LIVE Coverage: 2014 Midterm Elections

Join Elon Local News for our 2014 Midterm Election coverage from 8-10 p.m. live from both in Studio A and around the state.

Student Professional Development Center kicks off 'A Year of Service' Initiative

The Student Professional Development Center partnered with the Kernodle Center and other organizations on campus to encourage "A Year of Service" initiative. "The idea is to encourage students to do one or two-year service programs ,post graduation.

Elon officer bridges age gap between police force and students

At quick glance, you might mistake her for a student; two years ago officer Hannah DeAngelo was one. "I can relate to these students' college life, the workload,trying find a job when you get out,extracurriculars,just the day in and day out of college life" DeAngelo said. During her senior year at UNC Greensboro, DeAngelo interned with the Town of Elon Police Department, where she worked closely with university police.

Clinton Speaks at Raleigh in Support of Kay Hagan

Former President Bill Clinton spoke in favor of Kay Hagan, Friday at a rally held in a high school gym in Raleigh. The former president spoke to a crowd of more than 1,200 people highlighting issues concerning voting rights, equal pay for women and political campaigns increased spending amounts. "Here we are in the most expensive Senate race in the country, where you are being invited to tell yourselves and to tell the rest of America whether you're going back to being the state of the future -- where we work together and grow together," Clinton told the crowd. Clinton cites one of the largest problems in the nation to be its state of "political dysfunction" and criticized Republican Senate candidate Thom Tillis for his contributions to the issue. "Kay Hagan wants to grow together and work together," Clinton said of Hagan.

Govs. Romney, McCrory Rally for Tillis in Raleigh

Following a day where he rubbed elbows with Senators Lindsey Graham and John McCain, touring the garages of Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Students compete in TriathElon for a cause

A 250 meter swim, 12 mile bike ride and a 3.1 mile run. Elon's first TriathELON tested the mind and body in more than one way Friday, Oct.

Elon Softball hosts #HomeRunsForHope fundraising event

The Elon Softball team hosted another fundraising event, this time it was for cancer. The #HomeRunsForHope event, a home run derby, took place on Monday, Oct.

Public transportation is coming to Alamance County

Burlington and Gibsonville are partnering up to bring a public transportation system to Alamance County. Although the Elon Board of Aldermen voted against the Burlington public transportation proposal earlier this month, the new plans will still affect many in the community. "There are places that are just too far to walk," said Alamance County resident Nathan Wood.

Apartment complex, restaurant coming to Alamance Crossing

Burlington's Director of Planning and Economic Development, Amy Nelson, discussed some of Alamance Crossing's current construction and future plans. "[Construction] encourages competition amongst stores, which keeps the prices low," Nelson said.

Elon drops fifth straight as Richmond rolls

#16 Richmond's offense has been among the best in the FCS all season, averaging nearly 500 yards and more than 36 points a game.

Hillary Clinton, Alma Adams campaign for Hagan

Marcela Hawkins and Ashley Bohle "North Carolina is not for sale." Voters chanted this phrase Saturday at the Kay Hagan rally in the Charlotte Convention Center. With Election Day just 10 days away and early voting already underway, NC incumbent Senator Kay Hagan and supporters (former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and NC Congresswoman Alma Adams) addressed the crowd about the importance of being politically active. Adams, who was first to speak, encouraged voters to bring their families and friends to the polls.