Erin Martin

Erin Martin '25 is studying Computer Science with a minor in Communications. Martin currently serves as the Design Chief. Martin has a passion for design and web development. When not in the newsroom Martin enjoys playing video games, 3D printing and hammocking. Click here to view Martin's best work.

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LIFESTYLE 4/16/24 7:54pm

Under the stars: Elon University’s Black Student Union hosts first annual met gala

By Erin Martin

Themed “A night under the stars,” the first annual Black Student Union met gala event was held April 13 and brought together students from diverse backgrounds across corners of campus to revel in a night of celebration and camaraderie.

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NEWS 9/19/23 12:03pm

Elon University expands academic opportunities at Charlotte Regional Center

By Erin Martin and Madison Powers

Elon University officially announced a greater presence in Charlotte through the Charlotte Regional Center. The university held an opening ceremony Sept. 19, where university representatives made various announcements for the future of Elon in Charlotte, including the Elon Law FLEX program, a summer finance program and new events to be held at the center. The Charlotte Regional Center is located at 330 W. Tremont Ave. in South End, which is an expanding Charlotte neighborhood.

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NEWS 9/15/23 8:07pm

Elon Law files application for new Charlotte campus

By Erin Martin

Elon University School of Law submitted an application for accreditation to the American Bar Association to establish a separate location in Charlotte. If the ABA approves Elon's application, it would mark the first instance of a law school operating in Charlotte since the Charlotte School of Law ceased operations in 2017. There will be a press conference Sept.19 at 330 W. Tremont Ave. where the university plans to announce the opening of its new "Elon in Charlotte Regional Center." 

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NEWS 9/9/23 8:04pm

ALCOVETS hosts second hot air balloon festival in Burlington

By Erin Martin

For the second year in a row the Alamance County Balloon Festival is taking place at Cedarock park in Burlington from Sept. 8 to 10. ALCOVETS — a nonprofit and veteran organization based in Graham — is hosting the event through Sept. 10 to raise funds to support local veterans and fund the Chesnut Ridge Retreat campus building, a veterans’ retreat campus at the peak of Bass Mountain. According to Hudson Hot Air Affair, optimal wind speeds are between 4 and 6 mph.

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SPORTS 9/8/23 8:31am

Elon University athlete finds solace in rugby team

By Erin Martin

Junior Coby Fecher was 18 years old when he planned to meet up with someone he trusted. That someone, a man, sexually assaulted him. Now as a junior at Elon, Fecher said the experience left him fearful of men — especially those who are bigger and taller than him. Around the time of the incident, Fecher joined Tobacco Road Rugby Club in Durham while attending Alamance Community College. For Fecher, rugby has always been a constant in his life, but playing on the field helps him work through his feelings. When he transferred to Elon last fall, Fecher said joining club rugby was an easy choice.

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SPORTS 4/8/23 7:59pm

Elon University dance team places second in NDA championship

By Erin Martin

The Elon University dance team earned second place in the hip hop Division I category at the National Dance Alliance national championship. Earlier this week the team got third place in the pom Division I category. Elon placed second overall in the hip hop Division I category with a final performance score of 94.6286 falling six tenths of a point behind Utah Valley State University.

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SPORTS 4/7/23 10:59pm

Elon University dance team earns third place in pom, qualifies for hip hop final

By Erin Martin

The Elon University dance team is looking to become back to back National Dance Alliance national champions in the Division I hip hop category. The team will head into tomorrow morning's finals session seeded first overall with a performance score of 94. Before the hip hop prelims session the team got third place overall in the pom Division I category. This is the second year in a row Elon has taken home third place in pom Division I. 

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LIFESTYLE 3/31/23 8:45am

Student-Led K-Pop Dancing N’Singing Club created at Elon University

By Erin Martin

Student-Led K-Pop Dancing N’Singing Club created at Elon University from Burst the Bubble class.

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LIFESTYLE 10/11/22 1:56pm

Elon University celebrates diverse identities

By Erin Martin

Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day. 

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LIFESTYLE 10/6/22 9:00am

Father-son duo spruces up Elon's campus following storm

By Erin Martin

On the morning of Oct. 1, Chris Breedlove, owner of High Rock Land and Hardscapes Landscaping Company, received a dreaded phone call from Elon University. The university informed him that high winds from Hurricane Ian uprooted trees on campus — the same trees his company had planted only months before.

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NEWS 10/5/22 1:55pm

Billy D’s holds soft opening at Elon University

By Erin Martin

Forty-three days later than anticipated, Billy D’s Fried Chicken has opened. It was originally set to open within the fall semester, but was delayed due to issues with the general contractor, according to head chef and owner William Dissen.

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LIFESTYLE 10/3/22 12:53pm

Elon promotes sustainable habits on campus through sustainability week

By Erin Martin

Oct. 3 kicks off Elon University's fourth annual Sustainability Week. A variety of different events will be held throughout the week to promote sustainable habits on campus and inspire positive change, according to the Office of Sustainability.

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NEWS 9/28/22 6:24pm

Elon University cancels, moves some Family Weekend events

By Erin Martin

Elon University is expecting nearly 2,000 families and 2 to 5 inches of rain this weekend. Hurricane Ian hit the U.S. earlier today and is expected to bring rain and possible winds to campus this weekend. 

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NEWS 9/23/22 6:37pm

Elon among dozens of universities sued over website accessibility

By Erin Martin and Joseph Navin

A New York resident has included Elon University in a series of lawsuits alleging the university’s website design violates the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

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NEWS 9/22/22 4:33pm

Elon University School of Law announces 2022-23 speaker series

By Erin Martin

Throughout the 2022-23 academic year, three influential media figures will visit Elon University School of Law in downtown Greensboro. Each first got their start in law and are set to speak at 6:30 p.m. on their respective dates at the Carolina Theatre. Tickets will be free for guests. 

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LIFESTYLE 9/16/22 7:35pm

After three days, Buddhist monk destroys his own creation in message of impermanence

By Erin Martin

Geshe Palden Sangpo, a Tibetan Buddhist monk now based in Raleigh, spent over 15 hours in the Numel Lumen Sacred Space this week, intricately moving small grains of sand with specialized tools and creating a four-square-foot Green Tara Sand Mandala.

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LIFESTYLE 9/14/22 12:07pm

Buddhist monk to visit Elon University, construct eighth sand mandala

By Erin Martin

Tibetan Buddhist monk Geshe Sangpo has returned to Elon University this week to create the eighth sand mandala for the campus community.

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NEWS 8/25/22 2:13pm

Elon University sees changes to campus

By Erin Martin

This summer, a number of construction projects were completed at Elon University. From the installation of new outdoor classrooms to the renovation of Carolina Hall, campus underwent major renovations before the start of the 2022-23 academic year. 

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NEWS 8/15/22 2:49pm

Elon University awards Elon Medallions, named professorships

By Erin Martin

Elon University President Connie Book awarded the Elon Medallion, the university’s highest honor, to three former faculty and staff members during the Aug. 15 opening session of planning week.

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NEWS 7/5/22 4:44pm

2022-23 academic year marks 30 years of common reading at Elon University

By Erin Martin

For the 30th year in a row, Elon University will continue its common reading program and has selected, “Factfulness: Ten Reasons We’re Wrong About the World—and Why Things Are Better Than You Think” by Hans Rosling for the 2022-23 academic year. A committee composed of faculty, staff and students chose the book as one that represents the core values of the university for freshmen students. 

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