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Campus Voice: I am...we are...here for you

Every semester I start my classes by asking students, most of whom are freshmen, about their goals while attending the course. Then the semester flies by.

Navigating Disability

Misbah Chhotani, a sophomore psychology major, has found a strong community at Elon University. She chose to attend the university because of her connections with Elon students during her high school years in Burlington, and continues to stay involved through Young Life, InterVarsity and ElonThon. Despite her clear sense of inclusion, one factor sets her apart from other Elon students. 

Changes proposed to SGA's 19-year-old budget model

SGA is proposing to reform its allocation budget model for next year after concluding its previous model was not sustainable. A proposal for the original model to be replaced asks club members to make individual proposals through the year to SGA online at Phoenix Connect for each expense. After assessment, executive treasurer of SGA Max Pivonka said the organization found problems with balance in the old system. 

Non-tenure-track faculty fight to unionize at Elon

Faculty members at Elon University are working toward creating the institution’s first non-tenure-track faculty union by the end of fall 2018. Elon Faculty Forward went public with their efforts Thursday during their first public meeting, were they announced the filing of their union with the National Labor Relations Board.

BECK: The daily grind will pay off

Finals season is right around the corner, and everyone will be hiding out in the library to work toward that. The hard work will definitely pay off. Don’t be discouraged if one day in the library doesn’t make you an expert on statistics. Like anything, the A comes with time and effort. It’s not worth beating yourself up.

Elon gets first home win over Chowan

Elon University women’s basketball (2-3) outpaced Chowan University 88-74 for Elon’s first home win of the season Tuesday night. The Division II school made things difficult for Elon, refusing to go away for three quarters.

Campus Voice: Uniting as faculty for the best interests of our students and community

As non-tenure track professors, ranging from adjunct instructors to lecturers and continuing track faculty, we are proud to be part of Elon. Despite successes, Elon faces similar challenges as our peer institutions regarding employment of non-tenure track faculty. In the past, non-tenure track positions were the minority among college instructors. 

Men's basketball gets back to winning ways against Central Penn

After losing three consecutive games in California, Elon men’s basketball (3-4) returned to the familiar hardwood of Schar Center and took down Central Penn College on Tuesday night, beating the Knights 92-59.

Elon University wins civil case brought by a former employee

Elon University won a case against a former custodian after he failed to prove he was passed up for a promotion and terminated because of racial discrimination.

Burglaries over Thanksgiving Break leave students shaken up

On Monday night, Elon University senior Kent Chance’s living room looked like any other college bachelor pad. Things were strewn about the room — stray beer glasses dotted the furniture; mismatched remotes shared space on a cooler serving as a makeshift coffee table. But it was all a bit more disheveled than usual after a break-in only a few days before.

Postmortem: Reflecting on Elon football's 2018 season

The ramifications of the game against Wofford College were very simple: win and advance to play Kennesaw State University the following weekend. Lose – and it was the end of the road for this campaign.

No. 17 Elon loses 19-7 to No. 12 Wofford in first round of playoffs

Turnovers prove costly for Phoenix as offense stalls after halftime. 

Senior hired into Google’s post-grad program

Elon University senior Anna Cosentino was at Pandora’s Pies when she received the call that she had been accepted into Google’s Associate Product Marketing Manager (APMM) program after a month-long application process.

Thomas wins CAA Offensive Rookie of the Year

Freshman running back Jaylan Thomas was named Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) Offensive Rookie of the Year for 2018 in a press release from the CAA league offices on Tuesday, Nov. 20.

MORGAN: Schar Center sold out against UNC. But will it happen again?

Elon men's basketball was able to exceed capacity for the opening of Schar Center on Nov. 9. With over 5,200 fans packed in the space, it truly was a sight to see, but will we ever witness that again?

Popular campus dog faces recent medical problems

On a typical day around campus, you might see students rushing from one class to another, golf carts driving around and tours strolling through campus. 

Playoff bound: Elon football sneaks into FCS Playoffs

Elon University football (6-4, 4-3) is returning to the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Playoffs to visit the Wofford College Terriers on Nov. 24 in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Elon Eats: Bringing community to younger generations

Tickle My Ribs sits at the corner of an unassuming strip center just a few minutes down University Drive. This little shop is a little unique.

BECK: Adopt a growth mindset for long-term success

Link Transit looks to provide needed services to community

When compared to statewide averages, Alamance County has higher rate of food insecurity, a lower median household income and more people without health insurance. The idea of fighting hunger, addiction and joblessness usually brings to mind shelters and soup kitchens, but Link Transit is providing a different kind of resource to address the county’s problems.