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NEWS 5/6/12 2:01pm

Dogs, cats and bunnies - oh my!

By Kyra Gemberling

It’s common knowledge that animal lovers at Elon are typically disappointed to know that on-campus housing only allows the keeping of fish as pets. But for some students, off-campus housing is a prime opportunity to enjoy all the comfort that a home offers, including the chance to have various types of pets. “Having an animal is great because you know there’s always something there that depends on you and will love you unconditionally,” said sophomore Kristi Oristian, who lives off-campus with her rabbit, Lumpy (both pictured above). Oristian received Lumpy as a present for her 18th birthday before she came to college.

NEWS 5/6/12 2:00pm

Beat stress before it beats you

By Katie Kolls

It’s that time of year — finals will soon be here, meaning that students will probably spend their last weeks of school studying and facing a heavy load of anxiety. Not taking an occasional de-stress break from studying can actually hinder your ability to stay focused.

NEWS 5/6/12 1:10pm

GOP candidates wage war of words

By Dan Quackenbush

Contraception. National debt. Same-sex marriage. Religion. Healthcare. Just words, right? These words have been the weapons that each GOP primary candidate has brandished vehemently for the last several months.

NEWS 5/6/12 12:52pm

London sets new standards in Olympic planning

By Julia Miller

Sustainability. Legacy. Rejuvenation. These form the backbone of London 2012 planning, all tying together in a comprehensive package. Once completed, the Olympic Stadium will be the most sustainable  ever built, using less steel, low-carbon concrete and even building the top ring of the stadium with gas pipes left over from a previous project.

NEWS 5/6/12 12:48pm

Injured MLB players return to the game

By Andrew Wilson

There have been a lot of headlines in the offseason surrounding star players, but what about the star players that are coming back from serious injuries that kept them off the field for most of, if not all of last season?

NEWS 5/6/12 12:40pm

Coast to Coast Drama: New York

By Kyle Maher

No place in the world has drama like the New York City. The city has the most famous sports teams in the world and the most passionate fans in the country, bar none.

NEWS 5/5/12 7:54pm

4 Life Lessons We Learned from Walt Disney

By Rebecca Iannucci

Here’s a social experiment. Next time you’re in your dorm with suitemates, or taking a road trip with friends, grab your iPod and play “I’ll Make a Man Out of You.” As Donny Osmond’s silky-smooth voice filters through the speakers, take note of how many people can recite the song without missing a single lyric (some may even add animated gestures while they sing). As long as you’re singing with fellow college students, I’m willing to bet at least half of your group will complete the song seamlessly. Disney movies like “Mulan,” which graced us with the song in question, have been a cornerstone of our lives since we were old enough to walk.

NEWS 5/5/12 7:48pm

Music Reviews: Nicki Minaj and Fun.

By Mary Kate Brogan

"Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded" by Nicki Minaj Release Date: Apr. 3, 2012 If you like: Kanye West, Rihanna Notable songs: Starships, Pound the Alarm, Marilyn Monroe Nicki Minaj has been a star for quite some time, getting “50k for a verse, no album out” in Nov.

NEWS 5/5/12 7:31pm

Exploring Asheville

By Todd Leonard

Asheville is a vibrant town that hosts a variety of things to do and places to see when visiting. You can hike the Big Fork Ridge Trail, visit the Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center and see a concert at the Grey Eagle Tavern and Music Hall all in the same day. “Asheville has a really artsy vibe,” said junior Kaitlin Briley.

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NEWS 12/17/2025 3:18pm
North Carolinians rate public schools poorly in new Elon Poll

As K-12 students across North Carolina prepare for their winter break, the Elon University Poll released poll data on Dec. 17 finding that most North Carolinians gave mediocre or poor grades to public schools across the state. “The states have always had deep authority on education, but there has been more federal involvement in various years,” Director of the Elon University Poll Jason Husser said. “So we thought, well, this is the time for us to really look in depth about what do people think about North Carolina schools.”

LIFESTYLE 12/16/2025 10:30am
Grief, loss support group provides comfort for Elon faculty, staff

Elon University associate chaplain Rev. Julie Tonnesen said loss and grief are universal emotions, but found that they can be difficult for faculty and staff to process while continuing their usual routines. “Even when we show up to work, that doesn’t mean that we get to put the rest of our lives on the back burner,” Tonnesen said. “Our grief comes with us. It’s not something we can just keep on a shelf at home.” In collaboration with Counseling Services, the Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, began offering a monthly group for faculty and staff to support those affected by loss. 

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