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Women's basketball holds off UNCW in CAA opener

The Elon University women's basketball team fended off a late run from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington en route to a 67-60 win Sunday afternoon. Despite early foul trouble and offensive struggles, the Phoenix secured the victory in the Colonial Athletic Association season opener. "I felt like the early foul trouble that we had took us out of our rhythm offensively," said Elon coach Charlotte Smith. 

Freshman's shooting sparks men's basketball win over Drexel

Freshman guard Steven Santa Ana set a career-high with 18 points as the Elon University men’s basketball team defeated Colonial Athletic Association opponent Drexel University 83-78 Saturday afternoon. “There are a lot of things to love about [Santa Ana],” said head coach Matt Matheny.

Men's basketball sees close game slip away to Northeastern

The Elon University men’s basketball team kept close to defending Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) champion Northeastern University, but lost the opening game of conference play 86-79 Thursday afternoon at Alumni Gym. “This was a game very much like we expected against a very good Northeastern team, and we knew it was gonna be a tough, physical game,” said Elon head coach Matt Matheny.

Governor McCrory encourages N.C. residents to prepare for winter

Some may be wondering where the snow and cold have been hibernating so far this winter, but Governor Pat McCrory says it's time to prepare for the colder weather ahead. The Governor reminds N.C.

Political analyst David Gergen to deliver 2016 Commencement address

CNN political analyst and former presidential adviser David Gergen will deliver Elon University's 2016 Commencement address.

David Gergen to deliver Elon's 2016 Commencement address

CNN political commentator David Gergen has been announced as Elon's 2016 Commencement speaker. Gergen is a former adviser to four American presidents and currently serves as co-director of Harvard's John F.

Women's basketball's comeback attempt falls short

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — From the opening tip-off, the Elon University women's basketball team did not look confident at West Virginia University Monday night. The Phoenix lost on the boards, committed too many turnovers and fell behind by double digits after one period of play. Despite a late run in the fourth period, Elon fell short of a comeback and lost 67-57.

Men's basketball blown out at Duke 105-66

DURHAM -- At the first media timeout, the Elon University men's basketball team was encouraged with its play, staying within a point of Duke University. "We started well, and it was a one-point game because we did some of the little things well," said head coach Matt Matheny.

Men's basketball blown out at Duke 105-66

DURHAM — At the first media timeout, the Elon University men’s basketball team was encouraged with their play, staying within a point of Duke University. “We started well, and it was a one-point game because we did some of the little things well,” said head coach Matt Matheny.

A maturing Town of Elon could shift where Elon University students fit in

As Elon University has grown from a small college to a large university, administrators have sought to maintain the delicate balance necessary to preserve a healthy relationship with the Town of Elon and its residents.

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It was Jan. 1, 1994, when TS Designs president Eric Henry received news that would dramatically alter the future of his small business — the North American Free Trade Agreement came into effect.

Women's basketball loses early lead, falls 78-63 at No. 2 South Carolina

The Elon University women’s basketball team held a strong lead Tuesday against the No. 2 University of South Carolina Gamecocks midway through the second period.

Men's basketball extends win streak to six at UNC-Asheville

The Elon University men's basketball team continued its winning ways, extending its win streak to six in a 86-81 victory over the University of North Carolina at Asheville Monday. The Phoenix made six straight free throws in the final 15 seconds to ice the tightly-contested game over the Bulldogs, who also entered Monday with a five-game winning streak.

Elon aims to increase international student population

A closer look at Elon's Campus Pride ranking

In response to the recent article, "Rankings, realities and varied experiences". 

Steve Harvey incorrectly reveals Miss Universe winner

A critical error in which host Steve Harvey incorrectly announced this year's Miss Universe winner is drawing widespread criticism.

​Democratic candidates share visions for education reform at third debate

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Gov. Martin O’Malley (D-Md.) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.) outlined their ideas for reforming higher education during the third Democratic Party Presidential Debate Saturday night.

SAT and ACT undergo changes

The high school senior from Charlotte spent upwards of $1,000 on prep classes. She spent countless hours after her classes preparing for the test. She hoped to improve her score by one or two points to gain an edge against her competitors. Sydney Bozman took the ACT a total of four times.

Men's basketball storms out to early lead in 4th straight win

The Elon University men’s basketball team stormed out of the gates against Alabama State University Wednesday, scoring the first 14 points of the game en route to a 91-74 victory. The win is the fourth straight for Elon and fifth in the last six games, Senior guard Tanner Samson hit four straight 3-pointers to start the game, building the lead out to 12-0 in just 130 seconds. Junior guard Luke Eddy added a layup to make it 14-0 before the Hornets scored their first points of the game.

Foreign policy at front of GOP debate

From immigration to data collection to the Middle East, presidential hopefuls ardently expressed their opinions on a host of issues during Tuesday night's Republican Party Presidential Debate.