Hurricane Florence Coverage

EDITORIAL: Don't take your right to vote for granted

Voting is a key part of our democracy. According to the Pew Research Center, college students are historically less likely to participate in midterm elections even though we make up a majority of voters. But who is to say that voter turnout will be different this year? 

Harlem Globetrotters kick off homecoming weekend with a bang

On Nov. 1, Elon University welcomed the theatrical basketball team, the Harlem Globetrotters, to perform on campus. The game successfully created an excited atmosphere for Homecoming weekend, and got students ready and looking forward to the rest of the activities to come. 

Emergency scholarship grant funds given to students affected by Hurricane Florence

The state of North Carolina is providing scholarship grant funds to students who experienced financial hardship related to damage and destruction from Hurricane Florence, according to Elon University Office of Financial Planning. 

Mill Point residents host a trick-or-treat party with families from the Elon community

"I miss being a kid and trick or treating, so it’s a really cool thing to be able to do as a college student."

Elon football sits at No. 5 in mid-season poll

Elon University’s football team clocked in at No. 5 (5-2, 3-1) in the first, and only top-10 ranking the NCAA Division I Football Championship Committee will release until the final playoff bracket becomes available at the end of the season.

Elon homecoming court nominees announced

This year, Elon University’s Homecoming will be celebrated with a diverse Homecoming Court of seniors, each as unique as they are committed to their cause. A group of 20 students — five males and 12 females — have been nominated to represent their organizations, class and Elon as a whole as members of the court.

Elon Watches: Turner Theatre screens mix of films fit for every mood

Turner Theatre shows a range of films to suit everyone's taste. 

Students participate in midterms by absentee ballot

Voting is a way for the people to express their individual voices in government. With the upcoming midterm elections, students are finding themselves drawn to the voting booths.

Greensboro temple holds a crowded, emotional vigil for Jewish community

  The vigil included traditional Jewish prayers and songs, as well as blessings and teachings from Christian, Muslim, Hindu, and Buddhist faiths. Strangers held hands, prayed together, joined each other in song, and embraced each other throughout the night. 

Men's basketball rolls in exhibition

Elon University men’s basketball got their final tune-up before the regular season begins, with a 98-45 victory over the Randolph College Wildcats at the Schar Center on Tuesday, Oct. 30.

Historic hauntings: Investigating ghost stories on campus

Elon Volunteers celebrates 30 years of community and outreach

Senior Ashley Berman had trouble finding her place at Elon when she arrived on campus three years ago. But what started as an office manager job for Elon Volunteers turned into a community of people who have helped define her college experience. Now, as executive director for leadership and development for Elon Volunteers, Berman says the Kernodle Center has been her favorite part of her time at Elon. 

Goat yoga has fans bending over backward

At a first look, goats and yoga might seem like an unlikely mix. But Carriage House has one event that has their goats bending over backward.

SGA responds to synagogue shooting

SGA released a statement responding to the horrific acts that took place at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 

EDITORIAL: Another Halloween, another racial controversy

Tangible actions need to happen in response for students wearing racially insensitive costumes over Halloween weekend.

Elon students reflect on shooting at Tree of Life Synagogue

Freshman Alex Farber and other members of the Elon community met in Moseley Sunday afternoon to reflect on the shooting in Pittsburgh. Several students are asking for others to stand in solidarity with them. 

SGA announces inaugural student vs. faculty/staff basketball game

This week, SGA announced the first student/faculty basketball game, an event that will debut on Tuesday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m. in Alumni Gym during this year’s Homecoming Week. 

Women's basketball gets exhibition win over Belmont Abbey

Saturday, Oct. 27 was the first exhibition match between the Elon University Phoenix and the Belmont Abbey Crusaders. Elon was able to outlast the Crusaders 58-54 in the tune-up game.  

Party on the Pavement: Revitalizing Elon's student tailgating experience

As students funneled down Bank of America Drive toward Rhodes Stadium on game day, they were greeted with white tents lining the sidewalk, live music and free food. This was the Elon University student tailgate.

EDITORIAL: 'Political correctness' sparks controversy

About two years ago, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Kathleen Parker spoke at Elon University as part of the Baird Pulitzer Prize Lecture Series. The conservative Washington Post columnist was met with criticism from the student body — specifically for her commentary on campus rape — with many students petitioning the university to disinvite her from speaking. Similar events have occurred across the United States, where students have protested the views of particularly polarizing figures.