Social media has not only become a necessity in everyone’s personal life, but also essential to the success of anyone’s professional career.
Elon University’s WiFi network has enough bandwith to support the campus, and the only issue in making sure it runs well is communication. The number of unique devices on Elon’s network is constantly growing, according to Christopher Waters, assistant vice president for Technology and Chief Information Officer.
Imagine receiving an email from techservices@elon.edu. The email, complete with the new Elon University logo in the header, says you won’t be able to access your transcript on OnTrack anymore unless you register your OnTrack login and password with Technology Services at the link below. Would you think twice before clicking on it? According to Chris Waters, assistant vice president for technology and Chief Information Officer, you should think twice — or else you could become a victim of the latest of many phishing scams that plague Elon University email users every semester. “They happen so often, we’d be sending out emails every day [if we notified users of every attack],” Waters said. Gone phishing Phishing emails, which many students might know better as spam emails, are emails sent by attackers that usually ask a target to click a link or enter credentials.
Apps on smart phones are becoming an increasingly popular way for students not only to get information, but also to send it.
Students across the country are using wearable technology to track their steps and access apps from the convenience of their wrist with products like Fibit, Apple Watch and Garmin Vivoactive. Some universities have taken this appreciation so far as providing the advanced wristbands for students.
With the rise of technology, computer programs and online homework websites have become commonplace in classrooms to help enhance student learning. Programs such as Microsoft Excel are common in business classes, while lesser-known programs such as Mathematica have a dominant place in Elon’s math classrooms. And online homework sites such as Cengage, McGraw Hill, Pearson, Moodle and WebAssign are all used by students for submitting homework and getting homework help.
Dear Producer, The North Carolina Writers' Network will host our annual Spring Conference on Saturday, April 23, at UNCG.
Elon University Senior Staff member Randy Williams has been named the Elon University Associate Vice President for Campus Engagement, a new role among the leadership staff positions at the university.
Elon University issued a statement at noon today to reaffirm the university's commitment to inclusivity and non-discrimination.
Updated March 24, 8:15 p.m. Beginning Thursday, March 24 at 11 a.m. North Carolina drivers will have to watch their driving speed more than ever. The N.C.
Ahmed Fadaam, Elon University assistant professor of communications, has had direct experience with water scarcity.
The McBride Gathering Space was filled to the brim with students and staff members interested in discussing the tender topic of using the N-word on Wednesday, March 16.
While no one questions that baseball and softball are team sports, the art of hitting is an individual battle, one that each hitter needs to approach in whatever way is best for them.
Happy Saint Patty's Day Elon! Whether you're a pure-blood Irishman or just celebrating for the day, crafting for the holiday is always a good idea.
Many students see Spring Break as a week of spending all of the cash they have earned throughout the semester to relax and make memories.
The other day, to help with an article she was writing for one of her classes, a friend of mine sat down with me and asked me if I had ever used counseling services at Elon. As we sat in the crowded Moseley Student Center, I felt myself look around the room cautiously before quietly answering “Yes.” I have been using counseling services on and off ever since I first got to Elon.
I know you have a lot to accomplish over this week, and perhaps some fun traveling and sightseeing, or even service to experience.
When students say they are going home for spring break, “Are you driving or flying?” is often the follow-up question. With just 27 percent of students calling North Carolina home, students weigh the costs and benefits of different travel options for returning home for break.
It’s a Friday night, and aside from the buzz coming from inside the dorms, Elon University’s campus seems quiet.
The Elon University softball team is littered with quality hitters up and down, with six starters batting .300 or better and three more slugging .500 or higher. But Elon’s typical second and third batters in the lineup — junior outfielder Alaina Hall and sophomore outfielder Kara Shutt — have stood out with their bats and gloves.
