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Elon's graduate defensive end Dillon Pardue and sophomore defensive tackle Chaz Knox face off at the line of scrimmage against Glenville State University on Aug. 27 at Rhodes Stadium.

Elon football opens season with dominant 42-7 win over Glenville State

By Kathan Gandhi

As Elon football’s Tony Trisciani ran toward a semi-shirtless group of Phoenix fans celebrating in the stands, the eight-year head coach had one final reason to smile. His team had just opened the season with a 42-7 win over Glenville State University, sending the Phoenix-faithful home — or, in this case, keeping them in the stands — celebrating.

NEWS 8/27/26 11:17am

Director of bands leaves Elon University mid-summer

By Evan Cooper

After three music department staff members left Elon University during the summer, KC Carter — a drum major for Elon’s Fire of the Carolinas Marching Band — said they were concerned about the future of the band. Jonathan Poquette served as the director of bands since 2019, but he left Elon University over the summer. Poquette’s last day at Elon was July 3.

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NEWS 08/26/2026 6:11pm
Elon continues sustainable water practices during drought

Alamance County is experiencing an especially dry summer, causing several towns throughout the county to issue severe drought warnings and implement Stage 1 water conservation efforts. Although rain in recent weeks has helped ease the harsh conditions, Burlington and town of Elon officials continue to call on residents to practice responsible water use. As students at Elon University settle back on campus for the start of fall classes, the university’s office of sustainability is encouraging students to support the ongoing water conservation efforts.

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