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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 8/24/22 12:32pm

Biden announces plan to provide student loan cancellation for millions

By Kyra O'Connor

President Joe Biden announced his plan to provide $10,000 in debt cancellation for millions of Americans and up to $10,000 more for people with great financial need. The long-awaited plan was part of Biden’s original campaign promises and is eligible only for current students who took out loans prior to July 1, 2022. Biden will deliver remarks on the plan at 2:15 p.m.  

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NEWS 8/24/22 11:14am

Elon community disappointed with Mediterranean Deli closure

By Sophie Rosenthal

Located on the ground floor of Park Place, Mediterranean Deli — often called Med Deli — served salads, spreads, baked goods and sandwiches. The restaurant opened in 2018 with an invitation from the university. Mediterranean Deli’s other location in Chapel Hill will remain open.

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 3:23pm

Elon University professors find ways to teach common reading

By Avery Sloan

Elon University’s common reading signifies incoming students’ first experience with the Elon Core Curriculum, as professors across disciplines incorporate the text into their freshman Global Experience classes. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 2:57pm

Classes commence at Elon University

By Annemarie Bonner

It’s the first day of classes at Elon University. For some, attending class on a college campus is new — for others, it’s a day they’re familiar with. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/23/22 7:00am

Elon University faculty and staff share advice for new students

By Margaret Faust

It’s the first day of class at Elon University, and professors and administrators shared advice for new students. Buying supplies, finding the classroom and waking up on time- all things they said are important to consider.

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NEWS 8/22/22 9:44pm

School supplies ready for pickup as Classroom Collection Campaign ends

By Margaret Faust

Alamance-Burlington School System social workers and families in need can come pick up school supplies and hygiene products before school starts next week. All of the items were donated through the sixth annual Classroom Collection Campaign hosted in conjunction with ABSS and the Alamance Chamber. 

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NEWS 8/22/22 1:21pm

Class of 2026 reflects on Elon University’s honor code in annual ceremony

By Haley Phelps

The class of 2026 gathered in Alumni Gym Aug. 22 for the annual Call to Honor ceremony, where it reflected on the four pillars of Elon University’s honor code — honesty, integrity, responsibility and respect. 

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NEWS 8/21/22 3:34pm

Elon University President Connie Book discusses tuition increase, campus growth

By Chloe Franklin

Elon University President Connie Book sat down with Elon News Network before the beginning of the academic year to discuss a number of topics including monkeypox, diversity efforts and the university’s plans for expansion.  

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NEWS 8/21/22 1:44pm

Elon University engineers find home sweet home

By Ryan Kupperman

Students in the fall 2021 Engineering Design for Service class watched through the window of their McMichael classroom as the first brick was laid for Elon’s new Innovation Quad. 

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LIFESTYLE 8/20/22 2:14pm

Elon University hosts family send-off picnic

By Ryan Kupperman

Following New Student Convocation Aug. 20, freshmen and their families gathered just outside of Lakeside Dining Hall for the family picnic. For many families, this is the last meal they will share with their children before heading home and leaving them to start the 2022-23 academic year. 

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NEWS 8/20/22 1:12pm

Elon University’s New Student Convocation signals start of academic careers

By Miranda Ferrante and Ellis Chandler

More than 1,700 students from the class of 2026 and more than 100 transfer students passed by the old Main Bell in the Alamance Building Aug. 20, marking the beginning of New Student Convocation and their academic careers at Elon.

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NEWS 8/20/22 12:19pm

Harris Teeter offers 20 cents off fuel to welcome college students, families over move-in weekend

By Kyra O'Connor

The promotion, announced Aug. 20, includes select Harris Teeters near Duke University, East Carolina University, University of North Carolina Charlotte, Appalachian State University, Davidson College and Elon University all offering the promotion. 

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NEWS 8/20/22 11:33am

Alamance County identifies first case of monkeypox

By Ellis Chandler

Alamance County has identified its first case of monkeypox, according to the Alamance County Health Department.

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NEWS 8/19/22 12:18pm

Elon University international students wrap up orientation

By Chloe Franklin

Incoming international students attended the International Student Orientation closing breakfast in Global Commons today, Aug. 19 to mark the end of international orientation and the beginning of their semester at Elon. 

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NEWS 8/19/22 12:08pm

Historic Neighborhood residents excited to create original experiences

By Jules Martin

Lizzie Strouse is no stranger to Elon's campus. Her two older sisters, classes of 2022 and 2024, are also members of the Elon community. As the third Strouse sister to pursue her four years here, she said she’s excited to create her own experience.

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SPORTS 8/19/22 11:03am

Elon University student-athletes help new students move in

By Jacob Kisamore

On this year’s move-in day, Elon University will again renew a tradition that began in 2019, as the school’s varsity fall sports teams will assist with new-student move-in. 

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NEWS 8/19/22 8:13am

PHOTO GALLERY: Photos of the week

By Elon News Network

Elon News Network photographers capture moments throughout Planning Week 

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LIFESTYLE 8/19/22 7:00am

Names to know at Elon University

By Elon News Network

Ahead of the start of the 2022-23 academic year, Elon News Network compiled a list of individuals to note on camps. 

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SPORTS 8/18/22 11:51pm

Elon University women’s soccer defeats American in season opener

By Jacob Kisamore

Elon senior Bethany Harford was emotional when she stepped onto the pitch at Rudd Field prior to the Elon University women’s soccer team’s season opener against the American University Eagles. After missing all of last season due to injury, Harford felt relieved to be back playing again. 

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