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NEWS 4/14/19 4:04pm

SUB presents comedian Ron Funches

By Kristin Chan

Best known for his unique standup comedy, Ron Funches headlined the Student Union Board’s spring comedy show on Wednesday, April 10, in Alumni Gym. Funches is the second black comedian headliner SUB has hosted.

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NEWS 4/11/19 11:33pm

SGA adds more greek life representatives in new legislative year

By Maggie Brown

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. 

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NEWS 4/11/19 3:16pm

Pulitzer Center photojournalist shares project, advice with students

By Mackenzie Wilkes

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.

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NEWS 4/10/19 10:54am

Economic experts weigh in on Alamance county potential for growth

By Kieran Ungemach

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. 

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NEWS 4/9/19 9:16pm

Town of Elon investigating land north of the university

By Maggie Brown

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. 

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NEWS 4/5/19 12:42pm

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

By Jack Chambers

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.

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NEWS 4/5/19 12:17pm

Exclusive sit-down with former Prime Minister Julia Gillard

By Baylor Rodman

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

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NEWS 4/4/19 8:25pm

Hightower receives honorary doctorate at Spring Convocation

By Maeve Ashbrook and Mackenzie Wilkes

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.

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NEWS 3/24/19 8:00am

SGA rules in favor of free menstrual products

By Emery Eisner

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. 

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NEWS 3/22/19 8:00am

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

By Cate McCahill

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.

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LIFESTYLE 3/21/19 4:07pm

Elon alumna to join the cast of Wicked on Broadway

By Brian Rea

From the stage of McCrary Theatre to the Gershwin Theatre on Broadway, Elon University alumna Ginna Claire Mason Moffett is preparing to defy gravity — and the odds.

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NEWS 3/20/19 11:12pm

Immigrant Realities sheds light on fear, hardships in the immigrant community

By Maggie Brown

The immigrant community has been living in fear after changes in the recent administration’s posture toward border security, according to a panel from Immigrant Realities on Wednesday, March 20.

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NEWS 3/20/19 11:18am

Mayor of Burlington seeks third term

By Mackenzie Wilkes and Baylor Rodman

Ian Baltutis, the current mayor of Burlington, announced Wednesday that he plans to hit the campaign trail again, hoping to keep his seat in office this coming November.

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NEWS 3/20/19 8:00am

Local community reacts to New Zealand tragedy

By Alexandra Schonfeld and Mackenzie Wilkes

Religious leaders from across campus came together Monday afternoon to show their support for the Muslim community in the wake of the terrorist attack in New Zealand, where a gunman killed 50 people and injured 50 more at two mosques. Nearly every seat was filled in the Numen Lumen Sacred Space to reflect, pray and support one another.

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NEWS 3/20/19 8:00am

Most fire alarms on campus are set off accidentally

By Selina Guevara

Last year, Elon Fire Department responded to 254 fire calls on campus last year. Ten were malfunctions in the system, and the rest because the alarm was set off by something else — burnt popcorn, extra crispy bacon or an especially steamy shower. 

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NEWS 3/19/19 5:33pm

Elon University files objections against union

By Maggie Brown

The university filed the objections with the National Labor Relations Board regarding the Service Employees International Union's election practices. In an email from Provost Steven House, the university rebuked the SEIU for what it viewed as aggressive outreach to potential union members and misrepresentations of the university's governance system. 

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NEWS 3/17/19 12:11pm

Award-winning journalist Hedrick Smith visits Elon University

By Emery Eisner

Over the past 50 years, journalist Hedrick Smith has forged a career investigating key issues such as the Vietnam War, the Cold War, Wall Street and more. On Thursday, March 14, he focused on investigating the role of grassroots activism in American democracy.

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NEWS 3/16/19 11:06pm

University-administered voter IDs approved by NC State Board of Elections

By Mackenzie Wilkes

The North Carolina State Board of Elections approved the use of an alternative voter identification card for Elon University students. This decision comes after Senate Bill 824 was passed, which stated that university IDs could be used as a photo ID if the card met the requirements set by state. 

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NEWS 3/15/19 9:33am

Robbery and assault involving an Elon University student reported off campus

By Jack Norcross

An Elon University student reported they were assaulted and robbed early Friday morning, according to an alert sent out to students. 

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NEWS 3/14/19 11:42pm

SGA holds its final business meeting of 2018-2019 legislative year

By Maggie Brown

SGA held its final business meeting of the 2019-2020 legislative year following its election announcements. To wrap up the year, the senate approved three special allocations and approved two pieces of legislation. One piece gave women more access to hygiene products and the other educated the body about environmental concerns in Alamance County. 

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