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NEWS 8/29/22 1:37pm

Elon engineering earns accreditation

By Avery Sloan

Elon University’s engineering program is now accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. This accreditation means that the program meets standards that will produce graduates able to enter technical fields. 

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NEWS 8/29/22 11:12am

Town of Elon residents pay fees for extra trash pick up

By Margaret Faust

Decluttering is often coupled with the beginning of the school year as students move into new homes off campus. Across the train tracks on Atkinson Avenue, a pile of discarded furniture such as mattresses, bed frames and lounge chairs sat on the curb. 

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SPORTS 8/29/22 12:53am

Elon University women’s soccer suffers first season loss to Virginia Tech

By Sammy Johnson

Elon University’s women’s soccer team was defeated by the Virginia Tech Hokies 5-1 at Rudd Field Aug. 28, making the team 1-1-1 this season. 

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NEWS 8/28/22 7:56pm

Answering questions about Elon campus safety

By Annemarie Bonner

Campus Police Chief Joe LeMire discussed safety for the school year, changes made to the department and the biggest concerns for the new academic year.

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SPORTS 8/28/22 3:56pm

Second-half surge propels Elon University men’s soccer to win against San Diego

By Jacob Kisamore

A trio of second-half goals propelled the Elon University men’s soccer team to a 3-0 win against the University of San Diego Toreros, as the Phoenix improved to 2-0-0 on the season. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/27/22 3:54pm

Elon University alumni host ‘biggest challenge yet’ on campus

By Ellis Chandler

Joey Gizzi and Steven Lannum, hosts of AreYouKiddingTV, returned to Elon University to host a series of challenges where Elon students could win prizes. One of the challenges this weekend was the duo's biggest one yet and included three locations. AreYouKiddingTV is set to return to campus for more challenges and fun on Homecoming Weekend.

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NEWS 8/27/22 12:31am

Carnival on the commons

By Haley Phelps

Elon’s Student Union Board hosted the annual fall carnival on Young Commons Aug. 26 from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. where students gathered with snacks and games.  

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SPORTS 8/26/22 8:43pm

Elon University men’s soccer shuts out Milwaukee in season opener

By Jacob Kisamore

For the second straight season, sophomore midfielder Scott Vatne scored a crucial goal for the Elon University men’s soccer team in its first regular season game, as a successful header in the 25th minute proved to be the game-winning tally in Elon’s 2-0 victory against the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers. 

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NEWS 8/26/22 6:37pm

Campus Pride names Elon University a top university for LGBTQIA+ students

By Miranda Ferrante

Elon University has been recognized as one of the top colleges and universities for LGBTQIA+ students in the 2022 “Best of the Best” list from Campus Pride. 

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NEWS 8/25/22 5:35pm

Meal plan vs. meal prep: the cost of eating habits at Elon University

By Claire Schoenfeld

In dining halls, students are given access to a variety of stations that can cater to different dietary needs and restrictions. According to the Elon Dining Website, dining hall meals are made with “responsibly sourced” ingredients, 20% of which ​​are grown, harvested or produced within 150 miles of campus and contain no “artificial ingredients, additives or synthetic chemicals.” 

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NEWS 8/25/22 2:13pm

Elon University sees changes to campus

By Erin Martin

This summer, a number of construction projects were completed at Elon University. From the installation of new outdoor classrooms to the renovation of Carolina Hall, campus underwent major renovations before the start of the 2022-23 academic year. 

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NEWS 8/24/22 12:32pm

Biden announces plan to provide student loan cancellation for millions

By Kyra O'Connor

President Joe Biden announced his plan to provide $10,000 in debt cancellation for millions of Americans and up to $10,000 more for people with great financial need. The long-awaited plan was part of Biden’s original campaign promises and is eligible only for current students who took out loans prior to July 1, 2022. Biden will deliver remarks on the plan at 2:15 p.m.  

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NEWS 8/24/22 11:14am

Elon community disappointed with Mediterranean Deli closure

By Sophie Rosenthal

Located on the ground floor of Park Place, Mediterranean Deli — often called Med Deli — served salads, spreads, baked goods and sandwiches. The restaurant opened in 2018 with an invitation from the university. Mediterranean Deli’s other location in Chapel Hill will remain open.

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 3:23pm

Elon University professors find ways to teach common reading

By Avery Sloan

Elon University’s common reading signifies incoming students’ first experience with the Elon Core Curriculum, as professors across disciplines incorporate the text into their freshman Global Experience classes. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 2:57pm

Classes commence at Elon University

By Annemarie Bonner

It’s the first day of classes at Elon University. For some, attending class on a college campus is new — for others, it’s a day they’re familiar with. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 7:00am

Elon University faculty and staff share advice for new students

By Margaret Faust

It’s the first day of class at Elon University, and professors and administrators shared advice for new students. Buying supplies, finding the classroom and waking up on time- all things they said are important to consider.

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NEWS 8/22/22 9:44pm

School supplies ready for pickup as Classroom Collection Campaign ends

By Margaret Faust

Alamance-Burlington School System social workers and families in need can come pick up school supplies and hygiene products before school starts next week. All of the items were donated through the sixth annual Classroom Collection Campaign hosted in conjunction with ABSS and the Alamance Chamber. 

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NEWS 8/22/22 1:21pm

Class of 2026 reflects on Elon University’s honor code in annual ceremony

By Haley Phelps

The class of 2026 gathered in Alumni Gym Aug. 22 for the annual Call to Honor ceremony, where it reflected on the four pillars of Elon University’s honor code — honesty, integrity, responsibility and respect. 

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NEWS 8/21/22 3:34pm

Elon University President Connie Book discusses tuition increase, campus growth

By Chloe Franklin

Elon University President Connie Book sat down with Elon News Network before the beginning of the academic year to discuss a number of topics including monkeypox, diversity efforts and the university’s plans for expansion.  

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NEWS 8/21/22 1:44pm

Elon University engineers find home sweet home

By Ryan Kupperman

Students in the fall 2021 Engineering Design for Service class watched through the window of their McMichael classroom as the first brick was laid for Elon’s new Innovation Quad. 

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