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Controversy surrounding removal of NRA flag from Smith Hall

As the conversation surrounding gun rights and safety headlines conversations in the national political climate, this debate is also playing out on Elon’s campus, as the bright red National Rifle Association flag hanging outside Smith Hall was removed by Residence Life last week. 

FLECK: A column about an op-ed

President Trump called the ghostwriter “gutless.” He shamed “the failing New York Times” and other media outlets, as he has done so many times, on principle of being news organizations. In addressing the Op-Ed, he assured his crowd that the media would have nothing to write about in the coming years.  Let me tell you that he couldn’t be more wrong.

PREVIEW: Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off Festival

Hispanic Heritage month celebrates the long history of Latinx and Hispanic Americans in North America and their heritage. 

Elon sophomore concerned for home in Wilmington as Florence bears down on NC coast

Some Elon University students have already evacuated campus, but for others, heading home is not an option.

The American Red Cross Piedmont Triad Chapter will Open a Shelter in Alamance County

Elon Eats: MaGerks bar and restaurant opens its doors for soft opening

The long-awaited Magurks, bar and restaurant, opened its doors with a soft opening over the weekend, filling the space that West End left behind.

Parking your car over the weekend

Campus police will not be ticketing cars parked in student lots over the weekend

Risks for potential flooding on campus

The North Carolina floodplain mapping project shows that Elon has a zero point 2 percent (0.2%) chance of annual flooding, but with the storm coming, the National Hurricane Center shows there's a 5-10% risk of flash flooding in our area. 

Elon updates hours ahead of Hurricane Florence, Lakeside closed Thursday through Sunday

Dining hall and campus restaurants hours have changed as the campus prepares for Hurricane Florence. 

2 p.m. update: Florence continues to track south

Hurricane Florence continues to track south of Elon.

11 a.m. update: North Carolina prepares for Hurricane Florence

Hurricane Florence is projected to make landfall in Wilmington, North Carolina early Friday morning. 

OPINION: Be great on your own terms

We are often baited into thinking that “success” is defined by an expansive trophy case or the pieces of paper that hang on one’s wall in their home office. And while undoubtedly those are truly amazing feats, the goal, the award, is not what makes you successful.

EDITORIAL: Why a Liberal Arts education is important

It’s easy to doubt the importance of a liberal arts education in everyday life, especially when weighing the value of certain courses for potential career paths. But we should take advantage of ways in which this type of education can help us advance in life, both personally and professionally.

WILKES: Vote to change your community

The importance of one’s vote is often overlooked, under-appreciated and undervalued. People want to stay away from politics because it is a polarizing subject, and while someone may not want to talk about politics, this doesn't mean they shouldn’t vote. Voting is a pivotal part of a democracy, and it is another outlet for students to express their political ideologies and make social changes. 

History at Pine Hill

From veterans in World Wars I and II to the Spanish-American War, this cemetery holds centuries of history beneath its surface.

From pastor to runner: Elon professor juggles with the many facets of his life

To most students at Elon University, Mark Fox is just a professor known for his demanding public speaking course. But outside of class, Fox travels the world on mission trips, delivers sermons at his church every Sunday and is the father of seven homeschooled children.

Class of 2022 elects SGA officers, Adams named class president

SGA Executive President Kenneth Brown Jr. will appoint a freshman president at a later date.

Alamance County announces local State of Emergency, calls for preparedness

Alamance County declared a local “State of Emergency” effective immediately Thursday morning, as the area prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Florence.

NRA flag removed from Smith Hall window because of Residence Life policy

A resident in Smith Hall hung an NRA flag out of his window, igniting emotions and debate on campus.

Classes canceled Thursday and Friday as Elon braces for Florence

Elon University will  be closed on Thursday and Friday.  Beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday, all classes, offices, student activities and athletic events will be suspended until further notice.