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Elon women's soccer returns home after mixed weekend results

With Southern Conference play now in full swing for the Elon University women's soccer team, the Phoenix had a mixed result throughout the weekend that included a 2-1 loss at The Citadel and a 6-1 victory over Francis Marion University. On Friday, Oct.

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak Shares Stories of His Success at Fall Convocation

Men's soccer opens SoCon slate with win against Appalachian State

It was fitting the first team the Elon University men’s soccer team played in its final Southern Conference opener was its bitterest of rivals and a school jumping conferences like the Phoenix after the 2013-2014 academic year. The Phoenix, ranked No.

Can 3 surprise NFL teams really make the playoffs?

Three of the NFL's AFC teams — the Miami Dolphins, Cleveland Browns and Kansas City Chiefs — have surprised many with their play this season.

Big first half offense gets Elon past Furman

The 2013 Elon University football season has been all about momentum swings. A near comeback against Appalachian State University on Sept.

Early NFL awards: Can Manning and Watt be knocked off their thrones?

We’re already 1/4 of the way through the 2013 NFL season, and even though the frontrunner of the MVP award is more obvious than ever, the other awards still have several interesting players in the running.

Volleyball sweeps Davidson in 4th straight road game

The Elon University volleyball team swept Davidson College Friday, Oct. 4 by a score of 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 25-17), The match, which was Elon’s fourth straight road game to start conference play, was all-Phoenix after the first set.

Elon cross country completes Mountaineer Open

A small group of the Elon University cross country team competed in the Mountaineer Open in Boone, N.C.

SGA Senate Recap: Oct. 3

At Thursday night’s SGA Senate meeting, Elon University’s ARAMARK representatives addressed the Senate about the recent health violations recorded in Colonnades Dining Hall. On Sept.

Elon women’s soccer enters ‘new season’ riding high

They’ve already played 10 games in 2013, but for the Elon University women’s soccer team, the real season has just begun with the schedule turning to Southern Conference play. “(Elon head coach Chris Neal) always calls non-conference the first season and conference the second season,” said senior forward Jennifer McGorty.

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak connects with Elon community at fall convocation

Before Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak revolutionized the world of personal computing with the Apple II in 1977, he was a self-described introverted geek, social loner and college dropout.

Elon looks to put offense, defense together on road against Furman

The “Family Weekend Folly” is in the rearview mirror. For the Elon University football team, the focus is now on Southern Conference play.

Elon can’t stop late set runs, loses at UNC-Greensboro

The Elon University volleyball team was competitive in each set Wednesday, Oct. 2 against the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, the Phoenix fell to the Spartans 3-1 (25-22, 25-20, 17-25, 25-19). Elon competed in each set, tying it at 20-all in the first set and tying it at 19-all in the second and third sets.

Finding a place to call home: Chaplain Janet Fuller remembers challenging past to guide students in their faith

At age 11, Janet Fuller sits in a dark hallway surrounded by her family. Although they haven’t seen actual daylight the entire summer, Fuller knows it is dreadfully hot outside.

125 years put into 25 cards: Elon celebrates anniversary with release of commemorative historical cards

Elon University doesn’t do anything particularly special to celebrate its birthday. There are no celebratory maroon and gold cakes or lavish parties hosted by President Leo Lambert, and the university has never treated itself for its birthday. But this year is different.

Tom Brady’s backups shine when opportunity granted

In the old days, teens would begin their way into the working world by serving as an apprentice to a master of the trade he desired to pursue. In schools across America, kids have older students or teachers act as mentors and advisers, helping them become accustomed to new things or to assist in shaping their futures. It doesn’t exactly work that way in the dog-eat-dog world of professional football.

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak Speaks at Today's Fall Convocation Ceremony

Apple co-founder, Steve Wozniak, will be speaking at Elon University's Fall Convocation ceremony this afternoon, to encourage students' creativity and promote innovation.

Student Hit by Drunk Driver Faces Charges

Sophomore Amanda Beland was hit by a drunk driver on Friday, Sept. 27. According to a police report, Beland will also be facing charges. She is being charged as a pedestrian failing to yield to the right to all vehicles and underage drinking. Beland was crossing West Haggard Avenue in an area where there was no cross walk, when the accident happened. She is still in the hospital recovering. Stay tuned to elonlocalnews.com for more updates on this story.

Fall Success for Men's Tennis Player

Elon Men's Tennis player Cam Silverman is no stranger to success. In his first three years at Elon, Silverman has performed exceptionally well and may graduate as the best player to play Men's Tennis at Elon.

‘Poor’ doesn’t mean ‘unworthy of respect’

“The world has become an idolator of this god called money.” Pope Francis spoke these words a week ago, in an off-script speech to 20,000 out-of-work, increasingly desperate men and women in Sardinia, off the coast of Italy.