National

---

NEWS 1/31/23 12:22pm

Elon University hosts Commemorative College Coffee

By Joseph Navin

Elon University held a Commemorative College Coffee Jan. 31, 2023, as part of programming to remember the rebuilding of the institution since the fire in 1923 that destroyed most of Elon’s main campus. 

---

LIFESTYLE 1/31/23 8:10am

Elon University’s Truitt Center to sponsor annual student-led Ripple Conference

By Anne Thyfault

Students from Elon University and other visiting campuses will gather to discuss and learn about interfaith and intersectional identities at the annual Ripple Conference, held from Feb. 17 to. 19 on campus. Sponsored by the Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, the schedule includes speakers, a panel, breakout sessions, a conference-wide art project and more.

---

NEWS 1/30/23 12:49pm

Vice President travels to Raleigh

By Kyra O'Connor

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to business leaders in downtown Raleigh on Jan. 30. 

---

SPORTS 1/30/23 11:15am

Elon University baseball earns preseason honors

By Sydney Spencer

Three Elon University baseball players were awarded preseason honors in the Colonial Athletic Association by Perfect Game.

---

LIFESTYLE 1/29/23 4:16pm

Elon University Panhellenic Association celebrates Bid Day

By Hana Sedivy and Erin Hroncich

Elon University’s Panhellenic Association hosted its Bid Day celebration in the Loy Neighborhood. The last day of recruitment celebrates members who have been invited to join one of the nine sororities on campus.

---

LIFESTYLE 1/28/23 8:52pm

Gallery helps expose the work of local writers

By Ruth Cruz

When Melissa R. Smith experienced a traumatic brain injury in a car accident, she knew her story had to be shared. As a new writer, Smith learned to navigate the world through her psychological and physical challenges. 

---

SPORTS 1/28/23 7:33pm

Elon University’s men’s basketball wins first game against Division I opponent

By Max Wallace

The Elon University men’s basketball team earned its first win over a Division I opponent this season on Saturday with a 72-58 upset win over the Drexel University Dragons. 

---

SPORTS 1/26/23 10:52pm

Elon University men’s basketball drops 11th straight

By Max Wallace

For the second straight year, a Hofstra player scored 40 points against the Elon University men’s basketball team at Schar Center, as the Phoenix lost to the Pride for an 11th straight loss. 

---

NEWS 1/25/23 9:06am

Elon University discontinues some COVID-19 measures

By Sophie Rosenthal and Miranda Ferrante

Elon University is preparing to roll back the COVID-19 dashboard, asymptomatic testing and weekly community health email updates by Jan. 31. The changes, outlined by Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley in a November 2022 email, reflect growth in university policies and protocol. 

---

LIFESTYLE 1/24/23 9:03am

Guide to Elon University during Fake Break

By Miranda Ferrante

The gap in time from Jan. 25 to the start of spring semester classes Jan. 30 is often referred to as Fake Break by the campus community. 

---

NEWS 1/23/23 12:19pm

Elon University School of Law names dean

By Sarah T. Moore

Elon University School of Law has named its next dean, Elon University President Connie Book announced Jan. 23. 

---

SPORTS 1/22/23 4:52pm

Elon University women’s basketball drops 13th straight in 70-56 loss to Stony Brook

By Max Wallace

The Elon University women’s basketball team almost rallied back from an 18-point deficit to end its 13-game losing streak but its Princess Day magic fell short against Stony Brook. 

---

SPORTS 1/21/23 7:51pm

Elon University’s men’s basketball falls in final seconds to CAA rival Towson

By Max Wallace

A second half push had the Elon University men’s basketball team within reach of a win against CAA preseason favorite Towson but the Phoenix could not snap its 10-game skid, falling 66-62. 

---

NEWS 1/20/23 11:50am

Elon among nine institutions awarded funding to support students with substance use disorders

By Miranda Ferrante

Elon University is one of nine colleges awarded grant funds from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services for collegiate recovery programs to support students with substance use disorders. 

---

LIFESTYLE 1/20/23 10:20am

Elon University’s department of performing arts to present “The Inferior Sex”

By Kiran Matthews

Jan. 20 marks the debut of the play “The Inferior Sex,” written by Jacqueline E. Lawton, associate professor in the Department of Dramatic Art at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The political comedy will be directed by professor of the performing arts Sarah Hankins and initiated by Elon’s Department of Performing Arts. 

---

NEWS 1/18/23 8:00am

Elon University’s 1923 committee launches fire anniversary programming

By Ellis Chandler

One hundred years ago, the Elon University community had no idea how fire would become so integrated into the campus community.

---

SPORTS 1/16/23 10:56pm

Elon University men’s basketball defeated in close contest at UNC Wilmington

By Liam Stephens

The Elon University men’s basketball team competed well against UNCW but a late run by the Seahawks kept the Phoenix winless in conference games. 

---

NEWS 1/16/23 10:48am

Elon University, local community commemorate legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

By Fiona McAllister

While Elon University does not have classes Jan. 16, the federal holiday is more than just a day off — it’s an opportunity to reflect and commemorate the life and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., who would have been 94 Jan. 15. 

---

SPORTS 1/15/23 4:55pm

Elon University women’s basketball struggles in first half, loses to Northeastern

By Jacob Kisamore

The Elon University women’s basketball team could not overcome a poor first half, as the Phoenix fell 69-51 against Northeastern for an 11th straight loss. 

---

SPORTS 1/14/23 12:00am

Elon women’s basketball falls to Delaware for 10th straight loss

By Liam Stephens

Winless since Nov. 27, the Elon University women’s basketball team could not convert a 15-point lead into a victory, as the Phoenix fell to Delaware in a 10th straight defeat. 

---