Samantha Sussman

Samantha Sussman ‘25 is studying journalism, policy studies and criminal justice at Elon University. Sussman serves as the Lifestyle Editor at Elon News Network, assigning stories and editing content, as well as reporting. Sussman focuses on diverse student perspectives and the human aspect of stories. In her free time Sussman likes to travel, hike and spend quality time with family and friends.

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Recent Articles

LIFESTYLE 5/19/22 11:59am

Elon University LGBTQIA+ communities respond to targeted legislation

By Samantha Sussman

Over 200 anti-LGBTQIA+ bills have been introduced across almost 40 states in 2022 so far, according to the LGBTQIA+ rights group Freedom For All Americans. One highly publicized example is Florida’s HB 1557 — commonly called the “Don’t Say Gay” bill — which was passed in late March by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The bill censors language in schools on gender identity and sexual orientation from kindergarten to third grade. 

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NEWS 5/17/22 11:34am

Campaigning for US Senate: Pat McCrory hopes to address cost of higher education, unemployment compensation and energy plans

By Samantha Sussman

Former North Carolina governor Pat McCrory said he decided to run for the U.S. Senate when unemployment benefits increased. McCrory served as the 74th governor of North Carolina from 2013 to 2017, having previously served as the mayor of Charlotte for 14 years.  

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NEWS 5/17/22 11:24am

Campaigning for US Senate: Lichia Sibhatu hopes to address the education system, small businesses and immigrants in the Republican party

By Samantha Sussman

With a campaign slogan of “empowering the future,” one of the main goals of Lichia Sibhatu’s campaign for U.S. Senate is bettering schools. This includes increasing support for teachers, parents and students, as well as increasing funding for afterschool programs and counseling, according to her website. 

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LIFESTYLE 4/22/22 1:20pm

Elon University students explore choreography passion through Dance Works

By Samantha Sussman

The Dance Works Spring Showcase is April 22 at 6 and 8:30 p.m., and April 23 at 2 and 6 p.m.

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LIFESTYLE 4/4/22 9:17am

Elon University junior has opportunity to DJ in Cancun

By Samantha Sussman

When junior Alex Magan landed a job with Pollen — a company that plans spring break trips — he hoped it would take him one step closer to his dreams of DJing in another country. This past Spring Break, his dreams became a reality in Cancun, Mexico.

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LIFESTYLE 3/28/22 10:15pm

What does Women’s History Month mean to you?

By Samantha Sussman , Sophie Rosenthal and Kyra O'Connor

Read about what some members of the Elon community think about Women's History Month. 

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NEWS 3/25/22 10:42am

Elon University Student Government Association Outdoor Infrastructure Committee has $60,000 of extra funding for outdoor infrastructure projects

By Samantha Sussman

Elon University’s Student Government Association met for its final meeting Thursday, March 24. At the meeting Dean of Students Jana Lynn Patterson gave an update on student health and Executive Treasurer Caroline Penfield talked about SGA’s Acorn Fund.

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NEWS 3/7/22 9:16pm

Unpacking Elon Day 2022

By Samantha Sussman

Elon Day is celebrated annually and raises money for Elon University. Want to see the Elon Day breakdown? Click here.

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LIFESTYLE 2/28/22 2:26pm

Elon University student creators

By Samantha Sussman and Ava Girardi

Students around campus run small businesses, make music, choreograph dances and more to follow their dreams or work toward setting themselves up for a brighter future. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/17/22 9:07am

Out-of-state Alternative Break options return to Elon University

By Samantha Sussman

The trips will be returning to communities outside of North Carolina and creating partnerships to cause a lasting impact with their service, no matter how small the task, according to senior Zoë Rein. 

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LIFESTYLE 2/4/22 11:43am

Elon University tech takes the spotlight

By Samantha Sussman

As the stage lights up in McCrary Theatre, the audience can see the story come to life with the sets, costumes and designs. According to senior stage manager for Elon University’s production of Into the Woods, Sydney Bell, said this is due to the months of hard work by the crew prior to the performance. Bell said that although the technical side of theater is often overlooked by the audience, it is what makes the magic happen. 

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LIFESTYLE 12/27/21 3:13pm

BEST OF: Late Night

By Samantha Sussman

Best Of is an annual publication by Elon News Network that surveys students, faculty, staff and the general community on their favorite dining, entertainment outlets, academics and more.     

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NEWS 11/18/21 4:58pm

Elon University to launch new E-Alert system in 2022

By Avery Sloan and Samantha Sussman

Elon University is upgrading its E-Alert system in early 2022 to help spread information to students in a more timely manner in order to help maintain their safety in an emergency. 

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LIFESTYLE 11/10/21 11:42am

Tech week at Elon University takes toll on dancer’s body, mental health

By Samantha Sussman

This year, dancers will be able to perform maskless, but audience members will be required to wear masks during the performance. Social distancing regulations have been put in place requiring six feet between dancers and the front row of the audience, with the audience wearing masks during performances. 

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LIFESTYLE 11/3/21 8:13am

Undergraduate research creativity, increase in Elon University performing arts department

By Samantha Sussman

Any student at Elon can participate in undergraduate research. In the performing arts, the research can be seen in the form of a paper, production, piece of art or any other medium. 

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NEWS 11/3/21 12:01am

RESULTS: Elon Board of Aldermen

By Samantha Sussman

With five out of five town of Elon precincts reported in, there were 1,172 total votes for the Elon Board of Alderman Election. There were 623 votes for Bourland, 522 for Orwig and 27 write-in ballots on election day. 

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NEWS 11/2/21 9:16pm

LIVE BLOG: Elon Board of Aldermen

By Samantha Sussman

Elon University staff member Stephanie Bourland and Elon Community Church Senior Pastor Randy Orwig will fill the two vacant seats on the Elon Board of Alderman. The polls have closed which means Bourland and Orwig, who were running unopposed, will join the board. 

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LIFESTYLE 10/23/21 7:42pm

Fall Pride at Elon University

By Samantha Sussman

Elon University’s Gender and LGBTQIA Center held a Fall Pride event this Friday, Oct. 22 at the Phi Beta Kappa Commons from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event had games, tie-dye, GLC information and a safe environment to meet new people.  

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NEWS 9/9/21 6:54am

The impact 9/11 has on the teaching experience 20 years later

By Samantha Sussman

Faculty share how their teaching has changed in the 20 years after 9/11.

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LIFESTYLE 9/4/21 8:04pm

Employment rates are on the rise in 2021

By Samantha Sussman

The Student Professional Development Center reported an increased engagement and job placement among 2021 graduates compared to the class of 2020, whose career opportunities were severely limited because of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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