Track and Field

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SPORTS 9/1/16 9:02pm

Women's soccer hopes depth, athleticism help turn corner in CAA

By Alex Simon

As the Elon University women’s soccer team enters its third season in the Colonial Athletic Association, head coach Chris Neal has seen what it takes to win in this conference. Neal spent seven seasons as an assistant coach at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, working under head coach Paul Cairney as the Seahawks improved its CAA record from 0-4-1 in 2001 to 8-3 in 2006.

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NEWS 9/1/16 8:56pm

Do's and dont's of tailgating: Elon style

 

With the college football season kicking off, an activity that might be almost as exciting as watching the Elon Phoenix play comes with it: tailgating.

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NEWS 9/1/16 8:51pm

BARRETO: Recognizing my privilege and fear of misspeaking

 

Around three years ago, the Black Lives Matter movement began. And for the most part, I’ve stayed silent. I watch the news every day and continuously see acts of institutional racism, and yet say nothing about them. Sure, I’ve shared and liked videos on Facebook that others post, but that is the extent of my action. Or, I guess I should say, inaction. I hear these discussions of white supremacy, but refrain from saying a word.

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NEWS 9/1/16 2:28pm

Elon Local News Fall Schedule Update

 

Find out where to see Elon Local News this fall.

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NEWS 9/1/16 2:26pm

BROWN: 2020, you don't have to fit the Elon mold

 

To incoming freshmen: Enjoy the moment. It’s an exciting time for you. You will not only meet many people but also experience different things. This doesn’t just apply to move-in day but to your entire year. So once in a while, put your phone up, look around, and enjoy the moment.

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NEWS 9/1/16 2:16pm

EDITORIAL: Name tags and forms are not enough to eliminate misgendering at Elon

 

This year, Orientation Leaders (OLs) — clad in their signature beige shorts and white T-shirts — added something new to their standard uniform: a name tag that included their gender pronoun.

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LIFESTYLE 9/1/16 2:14pm

Elon students volunteer time, foster care, cuddles at Burlington Pet Adoption Center

By Hannah Silvers

Senior Sara Galinko had no idea she would end up saving a dog's life.

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NEWS 9/1/16 2:01pm

Solar-powered charging umbrellas attract sunrays, students on Moseley patio

By Hannah Silvers

A group of transfer students sitting on the Moseley Center patio looked over to the table next to them and said, almost in unison, "What? That's so cool!"

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LIFESTYLE 9/1/16 2:00pm

New director looks to expand Writing Center

By Ashley Bohle

Elon University has welcomed more than 1,500 incoming students this week, but one new face has been here since the start of August: Julia Bleakney, the new Writing Center director in The Center for Writing Excellence.

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NEWS 9/1/16 1:54pm

Pence talks economy, foreign policy, future of the Supreme Court at Winston-Salem rally

By Mackenzie Dunn

WINSTON-SALEM — Republican Vice Presidential Nominee Mike Pence  was greeted by chants and numerous “Make America Great Again” posters as he took the stage at a rally here Tuesday evening. This is Pence’s second time in the state this month.

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NEWS 9/1/16 1:52pm

Elon book ordering system undergoes major changes

By Kailey Tracy

Even though it doesn't seem like it right now, Elon Univerisity Barnes & Noble manager Carly Mayer  says there is a method to the ongoing changes  of ordering books. In years past, students were able to walk in and order books in person.

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LIFESTYLE 8/31/16 10:26am

Elon Eats: Big city feel in Downtown Burlington

By Courtney Campbell

Walking into Redefinery & Co., you’re immediately hit with a wave of trendiness. The dimly lit space is open, with cozy couches, a few tables, vintage art and black-and-white films projected on the wall. Patrons are casually sipping on classy cocktails and eating appetizers called tapas.

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NEWS 8/29/16 11:00am

Former Elon linebacker Corey Mitchell to play at New Haven

By Alex Simon

Former Elon University linebacker Corey Mitchell '16 has transferred to the Division II University of New Haven. He's listed on the roster posted online Monday.

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SPORTS 8/28/16 5:25pm

HAMZIK: As Chris Neal sets record, Elon's program still evolving

By Tommy Hamzik

Chris Neal still shows his teams the video, the one where the Elon University women’s soccer players are jumping into each others arms, celebrating an early-season victory as if they had just won the World Cup.

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NEWS 8/28/16 4:54pm

New Student Guide for Elon class of 2020

 

Restaurants to check out, accounts to follow, numbers to know, bus schedules, and more

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LIFESTYLE 8/28/16 9:57am

ELONightlife Getaways to provide group trips off campus

By Courtney Campbell

Since his opportunities for college nightlife was mostly restricted to West End Terrance, Tony’s Pub-N-Subs and The Fat Frogg, Adam Salaymeh ’16 always wanted a way to explore the rest of the North Carolina nightlife scene. After working at Rally, a crowd-powered bus service, Salaymeh wanted to bring additional nightlife to Elon students through ELONightlife Getaways. His hope is to bring large group of students to different areas and events in a safe and cost-efficient way.

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NEWS 8/27/16 2:32pm

Familiar Elon traditions at New Student Convocation welcome class of 2020

By Jackie Pascale

Elon University welcomed freshmen, transfer students and their families with New Student Convocation Aug. 27. Keeping with tradition, and despite construction in the area, the ceremony took place Under the Oaks.

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NEWS 8/26/16 4:16pm

A virtual tour of #ElonMoveIn 2016 with Elon News Network

 

On Aug. 26, the largest and most diverse class in the history of Elon University moved into their new home. OLs, O-team members and others in the Elon community were on hand to help incoming freshmen and their parents through the hot, humid Friday. Tour the four major neighborhoods of #ElonMoveIn 2016 through the eyes of Elon News Network.

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SPORTS 8/26/16 4:00pm

Men's soccer using NCAA second round loss as motivation in 2016

By Andrew Feather

Last year Elon Men’s soccer jumped out to the best start in school history, winning its first seven games, including a victory over then top-ranked Wake Forest and soaring up polls into the nation’s top ten teams.

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SPORTS 8/26/16 2:30pm

Volleyball looks to use offseason, leadership for success

By Emmanuel Morgan

For Elon University redshirt senior volleyball setter Sydel Curry, the first match of the 2016 season takes place where her athletic career began to blossom.

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