Hurricane Florence Coverage

Infographic: Education improvement in Alamance County

The Alamance-Burlington School System provides a public school education to students in and around Alamance County, including many children of faculty and staff members of Elon University. Read more on what Alamance County is doing to deal with their lack of funding.

Beijing temple recreates ancient ritual experience

The Temple of Heaven in Beijing reproduces the God of Heaven Praying Ceremony year round for tourists and visitors to experience the ritual of a music and dance tradition. The ceremony was designed to preserve as much of the original atmosphere as possible.

Correspondents' Corner - May 2, 2012

Katherine Wise DAKAR, SENEGAL— I had the opportunity to stay in a village for a week and shadow Tostan, an NGO that works for women’s equality in Senegal.

International Briefs - May 2, 2012

Dutch businesses forbidden to sell cannabis to international tourists Dutch authorities have passed a law that prohibits foreigners from buying cannabis, or marijuana, in the Netherlands.

Discussion with politician illuminates purpose of study abroad

There are moments in life, those irrevocable, implausible and painfully swift moments that change everything.

Unconventional E-Net advertisement reveals hidden talent

It all started when  sophomore Cameron Williams was at cross country camp in the 10th grade. As a breathing exercise, one of his coaches hypnotized the team.

Phoenix football must improve on defense before next season

There was a rather glaring weakness of the Elon University football team last season, the defense.

Sports Jam - April 27, 2012

Zach Horner is joined today with Kyle Maher. They talk football and live blogging!

International Adventures - May 1, 2012

Hungry for some culture? Katie Moran discusses food abroad!

Breathing problems led to death of Elon sophomore

Sophomore Jordan West died early Monday morning after developing difficulty breathing, according to an email from Smith Jackson, vice president and dean of Student Life. His roommates called 911 just before 3 a.m.

The Pendulum is hiring now for the fall semester

Former Elon linebacker invited to Jacksonville Jaguars rookie mini-camp

According to a tweet from The Blue Crew, former Elon University linebacker Joshua Jones has been invited to the National Football League's Jacksonville Jaguars rookie mini-camp for a tryout. The Blue Crew, which cites itself as "24/7 coverage of the Wharton Wildcats," tweeted this Saturday night: [quote]Former Wildcat and Elon LB Joshua Jones has been invited to NFL's Jacksonville Jaguars Rookie Mini Camp for tryout![/quote] Jones helped Wharton High School, located in Tampa, Fla., to a district title during his career there and led the Wharton defense to a No.

Former Elon offensive lineman signs with Lions

Elon senior offensive lineman Rodney Austin was signed to a free agent contract by the Detroit Lions, according to a tweet from Mark F.

Spring Game highlights backups, potential game-changers for Phoenix football

It was not a normal college football game for the Elon Phoenix. But they played a game made up of three 12-minute “quarters.” The first two were regular timekeeping while the third used a running clock. The Elon University football team played its annual Spring Game Saturday, and Team “Elon” was victorious 13-0 in what looked like a practice scrimmage in full uniform. The game started slowly, with no first downs until sophomore wide receiver Kierre Brown took a hand-off 16 yards with 4:30 left in the first quarter for “Elon.” “Obviously, we looked a little sluggish out there,” said Jason Swepson, Elon’s head football coach.

Slight jealousy toward theater majors

I think it is safe to say the Center for the Arts is unlike any other building on Elon University's campus.

One question: What would you do over?

What would you do over is the first in a 3-part video series. There will be a new video uploaded every Saturday for the rest of the semester. Leave a comment below and share what you would do differently, if you could. View part two of 'One Question' - What do you want?

Top 5 reasons to attend Saturday's Spring Game

Most college football spring games are what my friend Adam Lawson likes to call "glorified practices." And they are. Oh, you'll have the occasional quarterback battle occurring for a big program, as schools like Oklahoma State University that lose big names like Brandon Weeden to the NFL try to sort out their quarterbacking situations (as they just did). But for Elon, the quarterback in charge is set.

HEART offers positive outlet for students coping with grief

While losing a loved one is never easy, it can present a particular set of challenges to college students who must learn to cope with their grief while facing social and academic pressures. HEART, which stands for Helping Elon Actively Remember Together, is a student-run organization that aims to provide students with support during times of tragedy and encourages them to find positive outlets for their grief. [quote]HEART is a lot about trying to make a positive thing come from something negative.

SGA Recap — April 26, 2012

A proposed resolution to express the SGA’s opposition to Amendment One was the core issue of Thursday night’s Senate meeting.

Rockin’ in Raleigh: Junior performs at Ben Folds concert

When the name Ben Folds comes to mind, a variety of impressions and ideas usually arise.