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Elder Law Clinic meets growing need in Guilford County

Since it began taking cases Aug. 15, the Elder Law Clinic at the Elon School of Law has received over 90 calls from low-income senior residents in Guilford County seeking legal aid with issues such as power of attorney, Social Security and Medicaid benefits and end of life planning. The clinic was developed this summer to meet the needs of the county’s growing senior demographic, according to Margaret Kantlehner, director of the clinic. “There was a consensus that there was more need than could be met,” she said.

Position changes follow loss of last year’s seniors

The losses of setter Megan McMahon and outside hitter/middle blocker Caroline Lemke leave big holes in both Elon University women’s volleyball’s offense and defense.  Although head women’s volleyball coach Mary Tendler said she will miss their leadership and what they could do on the court for the team, she feels good about the players she has now. “They are ready to take on bigger roles and get more playing time and help the team win,” Tendler said.

Correspondents' Corner: Eagerly awaiting London

Correspondents’ Corner is a place for The Pendulum’s team of international reporters to reflect on their time abroad and share stories about the new cultures they are experiencing.

N.C. Supreme Court agrees to review public records case brought forth by Elon alumnus

The North Carolina Supreme Court agreed Friday to review a North Carolina Court of Appeals ruling that North Carolina Public Records Law is not applicable to state-commissioned police departments of private universities within the state.

Motivational speaker sees hero in all Elon students

For having written 10 books, appearing on TV as well as in movies and being featured in several magazines and national newspapers, Jonathan Sprinkles is a humble, sharing man. As soon as he entered McCrary Theatre Aug.

Wordle: Romney's acceptance speech in a word cloud

Former Mass. Governor Mitt Romney officially accepted the nomination for the Republican presidential candidate for the 2012 election cycle Thursday night.

Correspondents' Corner: Buon Viaggio

Correspondents’ Corner is a place for The Pendulum’s team of international reporters to reflect on their time abroad and share stories about the new cultures they are experiencing.

Photo Gallery: LGBTQ resource room symbolizes identity group's contributions

The LGBTQ resource room, which opens this semester, provides the Elon community with information and expertise regarding queer life.

Wilson stepping out of Riddle's shadow

Replacing a Hall-of-Fame quarterback is a difficult thing. Just ask new Indianapolis Colts signal-caller Andrew Luck, who has the unenviable task of taking over for NFL legend Peyton Manning. Elon University senior quarterback Thomas Wilson had that responsibility placed on him in 2011.

Interactive timeline: the history of the Republican National Convention

Summer internships offer insight into career ambitions, alternative paths

In addition to warm weather and relaxation, internships are often an integral part of summer for an Elon University student. With the fall semester underway, many students are using their summer internship experiences to guide them in their future academic and career endeavors. Senior Heather Olin, a communications major, spent the summer earning academic credit as a press intern for the upcoming Woodstock Film Festival. “I enjoyed the film aspects of my job and respect what the festival does,” Olin said.

Football team psyched for UNC matchup

To open the football season, the Elon University football team likes to schedule a tough game against a Football Bowl Subdivision team.

Championship repeat attempt fueled by lack of recognition

Yes, the Elon University men’s soccer team won the Southern Conference championship last season, upsetting the No.

Elon volleyball sweeps North Carolina A&T in first home match

The Elon women’s volleyball team won its first match Wednesday night against North Carolina A&T three games to zero. Freshman Ana Nicksic started as setter this match and had 21 assists. She said she was excited to be out on the court for the first home match. “We prepared all preseason and I’m happy I had the chance to be out there,” Nicksic said.

Sunday dreams for No. 3

The year 2012 for Elon University senior wide receiver Aaron Mellette started with the influence of a draft pick by the National Football League’s St.

Frank Campisano, Elon Freshman Novelist

Many first-year students have spent the last six-months preparing for College, but Frank Campisano has had other things on his mind. Like a book he's been writing. It started two-years ago when a routine writing assignment sparked his imagination. "It was just writing for fun," said Campisano.

Swepson year 2: Mission improvement

How is the second year under head coach Jason Swepson for the Elon University football team? The playbook is not new.

Meet our International Reporters

Correspondents’ Corner is a place for The Pendulum’s team of international reporters to reflect on their time abroad and share stories about the new cultures they are experiencing.

Move-In Day Wrap-Up

Elon first-years arrived on campus this past Friday and it was a day filled with excitement. Incoming student Arthur Tildesley shared with us why he chose Elon and what he plans on becoming involved with during his Freshman year. "I visited here and I fell in love," he said. Some of Elon's most important figures were seen around campus talking to new students and parents.

Elon adds new programs in compliance with Title IX

There are several initiatives going on all around campus that are focusing on inclusion and Elon is adding new programs to campus this fall handling sexual harassment. "It was really time for this and it was an important institutional priority," said Leigh-Anne Royster, Director of Health Services and Health Promotion at Elon. For the first time this fall, students can use the internet to make a report of sexual or bias harassment.