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SGA adds more greek life representatives in new legislative year

Student government is increasing representation in its senate in the 2019-2020 governing year by adding more senators to represent the greek community. Three senate positions were added to represent the Interfraternity Council — seven male fraternities on campus, the Panhellenic Association — nine female fraternities and sororities and the National Pan-Hellenic Council — seven historically African American fraternities and sororities at Elon University. 

Pulitzer Center photojournalist shares project, advice with students

Twenty-three years ago, documentary photographer Allison Shelley picked up a camera professionally. Shelley, a Pulitzer Center grantee, works freelance and has her photos published in TIME Magazine, The New York Times and her latest project “We are fighters, too” in the Washington Post.

Pride in progress: The experiences of a transgender student at Elon University.

Despite Elon's rating as a top 30 LGBTQ-friendly campus, its programming and resources, students such as Jay Tiemann have had to deal with misgendering, harassment and not having access to resources such as universal restrooms.

ASCH: Release the Report

After almost two years and 176 presidential tweets about the “witch hunt,” the Special Counsel investigation is finally complete. Now that it’s over, the full report should be released to the public.

Economic experts weigh in on Alamance county potential for growth

Elon University addressed economic growth and community relations in Alamance County by hosting a panel of business and infrastructure experts. Each discussed a variety of topics concerning the expansion of the county, transportation accessibility, and how small businesses can better interact in the county. 

Three women take the reins of SGA's executive board

Newly elected Executive Council members of SGA share their experiences as women in student government.  

PHOTO GALLERY: Greek Dance 2019

Fraternities and Sororities compete at the Greek Dance, part of Elon's Greek Week. Delta Upsilon took home first place for the small group category, while Sigma Kappa won the large group category. 

Town of Elon investigating land north of the university

The Town of Elon is investigating the annexation of nearly 30 acres of land north of Elon University. The property is on Shallowford Church Road and Cable Road across from Rhodes Stadium. 

New men's basketball coach Mike Schrage introduced with lengthy resume in tow

A new era of Elon University basketball began on Monday as the men’s team introduced new head coach Mike Schrage. The gig at Elon will be Schrage's first as a head coach, but his resume is replete with high-level experience. In Monday’s introductory press conference, he rattled off the coaches who have taught and inspired him along the way, a list that boasts a number of college basketball’s biggest names.

Elon LEADS Campaign to bring more money for scholarships

Elon University launched its newest fundraising campaign today — Elon LEADS: Our University Campaign. The campaign has already raised $167 million since 2015, with hopes of reaching its goal of $250 million by May 2022.

Mike Schrage named Elon men's basketball head coach

Former assistant coach at Ohio State University Mike Schrage has assumed the role of head basketball coach at Elon University in place of the fired Matt Matheny, Elon Athletics announced on April 5.

Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard speaks about Australia and Asia in the 21st century

Starting with a traditional Aussie “G’day,” Julia Gillard, prime minister of Australia from 2010 to 2013, spoke at Elon University's Spring Convocation about her experience as the nation’s first female leader, her message for students and her outlook for Asia in the next 100 years.

Exclusive sit-down with former Prime Minister Julia Gillard

The former Prime Minister of Australia, Julia Gillard sits down with Elon News Network

Hightower receives honorary doctorate at Spring Convocation

Glenda Phillips Hightower, the first full-time black student to attend Elon University, received an honorary doctorate from Elon at Spring Convocation on April 4.

Two students hit by car on East Trollinger Avenue

PHOTO GALLERY: A rare April snow shower hits Elon

With students returning to campus from Spring Break expecting to be met with sunshine and shorts weather, they were met instead with flurries and sleet that damped the blossoming campus.

SGA rules in favor of free menstrual products

Senior Class Senator Sophie Zinn and Senior Class Treasurer Rebecca Fliegel have finally seen their vision realized after Elon University’s SGA passed legislation to provide free sanitary napkins and tampons in bathrooms around campus. 

What's next for men's basketball

Matheny is leaving Elon ranked third all-time in wins as head coach, just 10 wins behind Graham “Doc” Mathis.

ASCH: The real national emergency

The president just issued his first veto, which rejected Congress’ resolution to overturn his emergency declaration to fund a wall along the southern border. The resolution was passed 59-42 in the Senate, with a dozen Republicans going against their party to vote yes. 

Elon and Alamance County communities unite in opposing a potential gas pipeline installation

Elon University’s SGA voted to oppose a potential gas pipeline installation projected to come within six miles of Elon University’s campus. This resolution passed by a vote of 26-1-4.