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Elon lacrosse offensive struggles lead to fourth consecutive loss

Elon University women's lacrosse (2-5) fell to the University of Florida Gators (2-3) 15-5, handing the Phoenix its fourth consecutive loss of its grueling out-of-conference schedule.

Elon University women's basketball beats Hofstra 55-52

Elon University women's basketball faced off against the Hofstra University Pride on Thursday night as the Phoenix tried to break its five-game losing streak and make its last two games count. The Phoenix did come out with a win at 55-52, but it didn’t come easy.

Local high school coach returns home to join Elon football

Hal Capps has been coaching high school football in the Carolinas for over 30 years and is now making the leap to the college level. Capps is the new director of high school relations for Elon University football and is responsible for recruiting future Elon football players.

Elon poll finds majority of NC voters see election fraud as "major problem" in the state

A recent Elon University survey found that one in five people registered to vote in North Carolina think election fraud is a “major problem” across the state.

Elon Watches: Turner Theatre fills weekend slate with mediocre films

Elon to decide on providing students with voter ID

The new constitutional amendment in North Carolina allows students to use their university identification card as a photo ID to vote, but that depends on if it meets the requirements set by the state board of elections.

Fellow's Weekend brings fresh faces to Elon's campus

Elon University is known for offering a number of unique programs and events to both current and prospective students. This coming weekend in March is no exception, hosting one of Elon’s most extensive programs.

"Sextracurriculars" week to give students a fun look at sexual health

Elon University's Students Promoting Awareness, Responsibility, Knowledge and Success is hosting a series of events called “a week of sextracurriculars” that are occurring through the first week of March.

The CREDE celebrates Multiracial Awareness Week

For the first time at Elon University, the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education will be presenting Multiracial Awareness Week, providing several events to recognize students who identify as mixed race from March 4 to March 8.

Alamance County set to participate in state-wide "Tornado" Drill

Alamance County schools and government offices are set to participate in the statewide “Tornado Drill” at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 6.

Jack Johnson eager, ambitious in race for SGA's next president

Jack Johnson came to Elon University from across the country in Manhattan Beach, California, to visit a friend. He toured the campus on a sunny day in his final years of high school. After one tour, he was sold on the school. 

Nate Jones envisions a new, inclusive Elon in race for student body president

Junior Nate Jones has a tattoo on his left wrist in Arabic that translates to “to become” in English. The tattoo reminds him that people are each on "their own pilgrimage," constantly growing and finding new parts of themselves. Jones has been “becoming” since he arrived at Elon University.

A community man remembered

Campus Voice: Celebrate the time you have now

I walk with a spring in my step, and I am usually the chattiest kid in class spreading good vibes around campus. But the past few weeks have brought hardship into my life, and it's a little difficult to keep up my bubbly persona. 

Trent Stetler 5K raises awareness for suicide prevention

The Elon University community gathered at Iconic Plaza on Sunday morning to raise funds and awareness for suicide prevention at the second-annual Trent Stetler 5K.

Elon Eats: Harrison's

Harrison’s is a modest sandwich shop nestled in a strip off of South Church Street in New Market Square, an easy eight-minute drive from Elon’s campus.

Campus Voice: Supporting the Elon Faculty Union: In words and actions

Students from all across campus are uniting with faculty because we are inspired by their commitment to making Elon better by standing up for the rights of faculty, who for far too long have been hurt by the university’s policies.

Elon softball splits doubleheader with Oakland, La Salle

Elon University hosted Lafayette College, Oakland University and La Salle University this weekend in the Elon Softball Phoenix Invitational. Friday's game against Lafayette got rained out, and on Saturday, the Phoenix (8-6-1) lost to the Oakland Grizzlies (4-6) and beat the La Salle Explorers (0-4).

Burlington mayor facilitates community as new owner of Persnickety Books

Burlington Mayor Ian Baltutis and his wife, Dr. Kristina Baltutis, purchased Persnickety Books on Feb. 12 in hopes of fostering a sense of community within the walls of the used bookstore and in the wider Burlington community.

Loretta Lynch shares lessons she learned in Greensboro to Elon students

Former Attorney General of the United States Loretta Lynch spoke at the Elon University Law School as part of the Distinguished Leadership Lecture Series on Thursday night. Lynch, born less than two miles from where the speech was held, tailored her speech directly to the city which she said made her into the woman she is today.