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Popular campus dog faces recent medical problems

On a typical day around campus, you might see students rushing from one class to another, golf carts driving around and tours strolling through campus. 

Playoff bound: Elon football sneaks into FCS Playoffs

Elon University football (6-4, 4-3) is returning to the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) Playoffs to visit the Wofford College Terriers on Nov. 24 in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Elon Eats: Bringing community to younger generations

Tickle My Ribs sits at the corner of an unassuming strip center just a few minutes down University Drive. This little shop is a little unique.

BECK: Adopt a growth mindset for long-term success

Link Transit looks to provide needed services to community

When compared to statewide averages, Alamance County has higher rate of food insecurity, a lower median household income and more people without health insurance. The idea of fighting hunger, addiction and joblessness usually brings to mind shelters and soup kitchens, but Link Transit is providing a different kind of resource to address the county’s problems.

Student association saves space for heritage

Though the three founders of Elon University’s Native American Student Association (NASA) graduated last spring, dedicated students and faculty are working to save a space for Native-identifying students on campus.

Men's basketball dominates Milligan for first Schar Center win

The Elon University men's basketball team got its first career Schar Center win on Thursday night, defeating Milligan College 98-71. The Phoenix hit a record 19 three-pointers en route to its blowout victory. 

Inviting conversation around sensitive subjects

Through a collaboration between Students Promoting Awareness, Responsibility, Knowledge and Success (SPARKS) and the Gender and LGBTQIA Center (GLC), a #MeToo board has been set up in Moseley 106 to share testimonies from individuals who have experienced sexual assault.

One last time: Senior Day for Elon football

Sixteen senior Elon University football players made their way from the locker room in Alumni Field House, down the hill behind the north end zone and through the smoke, onto the field one last time at Rhodes Stadium. Running, walking or hobbling, the seniors took to the sod for their final home game.

MACK: Social justice is key to global citizenship

Elon University prides itself on the concept of global citizenship. This is evident on homepage of Elon's website, which boasts about being globally engaged and ranking No. 1 in Study Abroad and says that Elon students learn in every corner of the world. But I’m not convinced that learning in every corner of the world gets at the depth of what it means to be a global citizen. 

Looking for Light: Elon student starts petition to get more Blue Light Phones for safety, emergency calls

Blue Light Phones stand in various spots on campus. Students who feel unsafe on campus can use one to call Campus Police. But for some Elon University students, there’s something missing when walking on campus in the dark. 

Students represent Elon at international faith conference

Elon University sent 11 students and five faculty members to the Parliament of the World's Religions in Toronto to share research, wisdom and multi-faith experiences.

Barnett named dean of College of Communication at Butler University

Associate provost Brooke Barnett will begin a new position as dean of the College of Communication at Butler University in Indianapolis starting June 1, 2019.

MACK: Social justice is key to practicing global citizenship

Elon University prides itself on the concept of global citizenship. This is evident on homepage of Elon’s website, which boasts about being globally engaged and ranking No. 1 in Study Abroad and says that Elon students learn in every corner of the world. But I’m not convinced that learning in every corner of the world gets at the depth of what it means to be a global citizen.

Alpha epsilon pi: another outlet for Jewish students

As of the 2017-2018 school year, Elon University’s student body consisted of 503 self-identifying Jewish students. Like other religions, Judaism can take many forms, but at Elon, there is only one Jewish organization available on campus. According to Phoenix Connect, there are 278 registered members of Hillel, but some Elon Jews have not yet found the community they were hoping for.

Elon Watches: Turner Theatre movie selections hit the heart

Since opening in December 2016, Turner Theatre has provided Elon University with an on-campus movie theater experience available to all students, faculty, staff and families. Films ranging from documentaries to blockbuster features are screened on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and are decided by Turner Theatre management with the help of the Student Union Board Cinema Committee.

Local Native American tribe embraces lineage while looking to the future

The Occaneechi Band of Saponi Nation (OBSN) is a state-recognized Native American tribe in North Carolina. Tammy Hill, an administrative assistant for the department of student health and wellness at Elon University, has been a member for around 25 years. 

Harvard Law Professor Alan Dershowitz Visits Elon Law

Professor Dershowitz is visiting Elon Law on Nov 14th for a lecture entitled “Global Perspectives on Justice and Civil Liberties.” 

Community celebrates those who have served

On a rainy morning late last week, community members filed into Elon University’s LaRose Digital Theatre in the Koury Business Center to recognize the sacrifices that United States veterans have made for their country. Though Veterans Day fell on Sunday, Nov. 11, this year, students, faculty, staff, parents and alumni came together on Nov. 9 to recognize those who have served.

President Book talks admissions, university expansion during Fireside Chat

During a question and answer session at this month’s Fireside Chat, Connie Book addressed questions, concerns and goals for an Elon student’s experience before, during and after their time at the university.