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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

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. 

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.

Elon alumna to join the cast of Wicked on Broadway

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.

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

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.

Mayor of Burlington seeks third term

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.

Local community reacts to New Zealand tragedy

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.

Most fire alarms on campus are set off accidentally

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. 

Elon University files objections against union

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. 

Award-winning journalist Hedrick Smith visits Elon University

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.

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

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. 

Robbery and assault involving an Elon University student reported off campus

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

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

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. 

Jack Johnson wins SGA student body presidential seat

Jack Johnson takes the SGA student body presidential seat tonight. In the new year, Johnson plans to increase school spirit and safety on campus, look into more parking options for students and address mental health at Elon University. 

Elon submits request for alternative voter ID

Elon University will not be changing all Phoenix Cards to meet the requirements for a voter identification card and has instead applied to provide an alternative ID card to students who request one.

Petition against noise ordinance change gaining popularity

A petition to change the Town of Elon noise ordinance is circulating social media with thousands of signatures, gaining more every hour. The change in the noise ordinance was voted into effect this January, making it no longer required for police to issue a verbal warning on a noise complaint call before writing a citation.

Elon campus grieves loss of L.M. Wood

The Elon community joined together in Numen Lumen to remember and celebrate the life of L.M. Wood on Tuesday, March 12.

Downtown Elon railroad malfunction causes delay

Elon police have responded to a malfunction in the railroad system where it crosses downtown Elon. There was heavy traffic for about 30 minutes on North Williamson Avenue crossing onto South Williamson Avenue.

Book announces faculty promotions, administrative reshuffling

President Connie Book announced administrative promotions and interim assignments for the 2019-2020 academic year at Elon University.