Rebecca Iannucci

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NEWS 11/10/13 12:03am

Putting passion into practice: Teach for America remains successful despite criticism

By Rebecca Iannucci

In the United States alone, 16 million children are living in poverty. Those 16 million children do not have access to high-quality education, and they are half as likely to graduate as those who grow up in economically sound areas. It is a disheartening statistic at best, but the problem of educational inequity in the United States hasn’t gone entirely unnoticed.

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NEWS 11/9/13 11:07pm

How much is too much? Elon University struggles to maintain balance between quality, cost

By Rebecca Iannucci

Editor's Note: Factual inaccuracies have been corrected. When Elon University sophomore Adam Gill was choosing which college to attend, he had five schools from which to choose.

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NEWS 9/27/13 3:45pm

Colonnades Dining Hall lapses on many sanitation standards

By Rebecca Iannucci

UPDATE: As of Oct. 1, Colonnades has been reevaluated and received a score of 95. Colonnades Dining Hall at Elon University is working to improve its food preparation practices following its low health and sanitation rating by the Alamance County Health Department last week.

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NEWS 8/5/13 1:39am

The Summer Swing: Why it's OK to derail your life plan

By Rebecca Iannucci

To anyone that knows me well, one thing is clear: I’m a planner. I like to-do lists and spreadsheets, and without the “Stickies” app on my computer, I would essentially be lost in life.

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NEWS 4/25/13 11:21am

Lambert, Bishopric, Study Committee issue official Chick-fil-A statement

By Rebecca Iannucci

This morning, Elon University's Board of Trustees announced its decision to keep Chick-fil-A on campus, after a contentious months-long debate regarding the restaurant's presence on campus.

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NEWS 3/6/13 6:12pm

L.D. Russell achieves lifelong influence on students

By Rebecca Iannucci

He decided he wanted to be the next Hemingway while sitting in a laundromat.

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NEWS 2/25/13 11:41am

85th Annual Academy Awards balance humor, sophistication

By Rebecca Iannucci

There's just something about the Oscars. Once a year, there is a three-hour-long snapshot in time -- okay, three and a half, though I can't even be mad about host Seth MacFarlane's 17-minute opening this year -- during which the moviegoing public unites for one cause: critiquing films they most likely haven't even seen yet.

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NEWS 1/12/13 1:56pm

Pat McCrory delivers inaugural address in Raleigh

By Rebecca Iannucci

Pat McCrory, the 74th governor of North Carolina, delivered his inaugural speech Jan.

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NEWS 10/28/12 4:28pm

'Crazy for You' doesn't let technical difficulties steal the spotlight

By Rebecca Iannucci

Take a look at some of today's most successful Broadway shows. What do you notice? If you look closely, you'll find something interesting on the Great White Way.

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NEWS 9/16/12 3:01pm

Music professor inspires success through commitment, passion

By Rebecca Iannucci

When Virginia Novine-Whittaker began studying music, her reason for choosing the saxophone was a bit unorthodox. “When I first had to choose an instrument, I thought, ‘What can I play that’s involved in the most groups so I could be in everything?’” Whittaker said.

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NEWS 9/13/12 4:31pm

9/11 anniversary incites interfaith dialogue

By Rebecca Iannucci

The 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States continues to influence campus discussions and prompt Elon University to promote an atmosphere of peace and tolerance. In order to advance student discussion, the Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life held “Interact With Respect: 9/11 Dialogue” on the 11th anniversary of the attacks.

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NEWS 9/7/12 6:29pm

We the Kings, Chris Webby to perform at Homecoming concert

By Rebecca Iannucci

Elon University's annual Homecoming concert will feature We the Kings and Chris Webby this year, according to a press release from the Student Government Association. Members of the Student Union Board and SGA have collaborated to bring the Florida-based punk band and Connecticut-based rapper to campus during Homecoming weekend.

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NEWS 9/3/12 9:56am

Rip_Chord raises curtain on eventful fall

By Rebecca Iannucci

Senior Bert Brokaw has rapidly become an important member of Rip_Chord, Elon University's only all-male a cappella group.

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NEWS 9/1/12 5:03pm

'Jersey Shore' cancellation means bright future for TV

By Rebecca Iannucci

No matter how you look at it, the "Jersey Shore" cast is having an interesting week. In case you missed the news (and all of the subsequent criticism), Snooki gave birth this week, to a precious little guido named Lorenzo Dominic LaValle.

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NEWS 8/25/12 1:46pm

Department of Performing Arts receives funding to expand facilities

By Rebecca Iannucci

Black Box Theatre. Yeager Recital Hall. McCrary Theatre. Students and faculty alike will recognize these as the settings for many of Elon University’s performing arts productions.

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NEWS 7/10/12 12:45am

Performing arts alumnus ponders life after graduation

By Rebecca Iannucci

Recent Elon University graduate Matt Meigs ‘12 just closed the book on a whirlwind four years. As a music theater major, Meigs used his built-in support system in Elon’s Department of Performing Arts to thrive onstage, culminating in a principal role as Claude Hooper Bukowski in the Fall 2011 production of “Hair: The American Tribal Love Rock Musical.” The Pendulum spoke with Meigs about his time at Elon and how he will use lessons from college in the real world. Q: Where are you living in your post-grad life? A: I'm originally from Huntsville, Ala.

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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.

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NEWS 4/25/12 5:36pm

Amuse Yourself - April 25, 2012

By Rebecca Iannucci

Rebecca Iannucci talks about Pride & Prejudice and the other amazing articles found in the style section in this weeks edition of The Pendulum.

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NEWS 4/18/12 6:08pm

Amuse Yourself - April 18, 2012

By Rebecca Iannucci

Find out more on this week's double truck, Dr. Danieley's lifetime of maroon and gold, Rebecca Wickel discusses her time with the infamous Dr. Danieley.

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NEWS 4/4/12 2:40pm

Amuse Yourself - April 4, 2012

By Rebecca Iannucci

Rebecca Iannucci flies solo for this podcast discussing the features and style pages at The Pendulum this week.

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