Madalyn Howard

Recent Articles

LIFESTYLE 9/16/20 12:29am

El Centro kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month

By Madalyn Howard

Hispanic Heritage Month is officially observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, beginning on the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Mexico and Chile also celebrate their independence on Sept. 16 and Sept.18, respectively.

NEWS 8/24/20 11:44am

Elon University to search for new chief financial officer

By Madalyn Howard

Months after the departure of Bob Shea, Elon University’s previous chief financial officer, a search committee has begun the lengthy process to name a new vice president of business, finance and technology. The committee will be led by Jen Platania, associate dean of the Love School of Business, and Jim Piatt, vice president of university advancement.

LIFESTYLE 3/12/20 8:19am

Finding community by going Greek at Elon

By Madalyn Howard

As the excitement of 2020 spring recruitment fades, hundreds of Elon women are now weeks into their new member period, counting down the days until their official initiation into the greek community. These new members contribute to the increasing number of enrolled women choosing to join greek life. But with a history of exclusive practices, some remain skeptical that the benefits of sorority life truly extend to the broader community. 

LIFESTYLE 1/26/20 12:37pm

BEST OF: Grocery store

By Madalyn Howard

For the third consecutive year, Burlington’s Harris Teeter has earned the title “Best Grocery Store.” Located just two miles from campus, this Southern chain continues to serve as a one-stop shop for Elon students.

More Articles by Madalyn Howard »

Latest

NEWS 09/18/2020 6:41pm
Elon professor uncertain about classes with Level 2 Alert

Elon University professors are uncertain whether or not to move their classes online after the university moved to the level 2 alert due to the latest increase of positive COVID-19 cases on campus. Professors already have the option to choose what method of instruction best suits their needs, but more are considering shifting their curriculum to an online setting starting next week. According to the Director Elon University News Bureau Owen Covington, no faculty is required to shift their classes online. 

SPORTS 09/18/2020 5:21pm
Two new coronavirus clusters reported among Elon athletes

Two additional coronavirus clusters have been reported among Elon University student-athletes, bringing the total to three, according to an email to students from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley. Baseball, lacrosse and football all have clusters among their teams.