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U.S. House candidate Richard Ojeda addressed rising living costs and economic challenges facing District 9 residents dur...
06/13/2026

U.S. House candidate Richard Ojeda addressed rising living costs and economic challenges facing District 9 residents during the Burlington town hall.

Teacher Tabitha Boswell shared the struggles many educators face.

“I choose between eating and putting gas in my car,” Boswell said in her speech.

Mayco Bigelow Community Center in Burlington opened its doors Friday, June 12, for a speech given by U.S. House of Representatives candidate Richard Ojeda. He and his team are making a series of visits throughout the district this summer called the Congressional Town Hall Tour.

Elon University has hired Susan Rosenstiel as the next head coach of its women's golf program, Director of Athletics Jen...
06/09/2026

Elon University has hired Susan Rosenstiel as the next head coach of its women's golf program, Director of Athletics Jennifer Strawley announced Thursday.

"I am humbled and honored to be joining the incredible staff of Elon University," Rosenstiel said in a press release from Elon Athletics. "From the first phone calls with Jeffrey Scheible and Jenn Strawley, I knew that this was where I wanted to be coaching."

Elon University has hired Susan Rosenstiel as the next head coach of its women's golf program, Director of Athletics Jennifer Strawley announced June 4. Rosenstiel arrives after 23 seasons with the University of Alabama, where she most recently served as an assistant coach.

Elon senior Shaan Gandhi’s company SAGAutographs turned a childhood hobby into a fast-growing memorabilia business. Gand...
06/04/2026

Elon senior Shaan Gandhi’s company SAGAutographs turned a childhood hobby into a fast-growing memorabilia business. Gandhi acts as the middleman between fans and athletes, coordinating signings with some of the biggest names in sports — from Barry Sanders and Larry Bird to Allen Iverson and Stephen Curry.

“I get to hang out with athletes, get autographs and make money,” Gandhi said. “That just seems like a good life to me.”

For most college students, balancing classes, friendships and internships is enough to fill a schedule. For Elon senior Shaan Gandhi, it’s only part of the equation. Gandhi spends weekends traveling across the country, coordinating signings with some of the biggest names in sports — from Barry S...

Elon University Campus Safety and Police issued an all clear at 10:59 p.m. May 30 after an incident involving shots bein...
06/01/2026

Elon University Campus Safety and Police issued an all clear at 10:59 p.m. May 30 after an incident involving shots being fired on West Haggard Ave. near Central Dr., according to an Elon E-Alert.

Elon University Campus Safety and Police issued an all clear at 10:59 p.m. May 30 after an incident involving shots being fired on West Haggard Ave. near Central Dr., according to an Elon E-Alert. 

Elon’s class of 2026 came to campus during a period of construction and renovation. In their four years, Elon announced ...
05/30/2026

Elon’s class of 2026 came to campus during a period of construction and renovation. In their four years, Elon announced a new wellness-focused student center, a university merger and a school for children with dyslexia. As Elon seniors cross the commencement stage, they are leaving behind a university that expanded its footprint in the town of Elon and across the state.

Elon’s class of 2026 came to campus during a period of construction and renovation. During their four years, Elon announced a new wellness-focused student center, a university merger and a school for children with dyslexia. 

Graduate goalkeeper Jackson Leavitt built his life around Elon University for five years. After graduation, Leavitt is l...
05/24/2026

Graduate goalkeeper Jackson Leavitt built his life around Elon University for five years. After graduation, Leavitt is leaving Elon and beginning the next chapter of his life in finance.

“I'm ready, half a decade?” Leavitt said, laughing. “Yeah, definitely time to move on. I think in half a year, though, I'll probably look back, and really miss this place.”

For five years, goalkeeper Jackson Leavitt built his life around Elon University. The graduate student balanced late-night assignments, long road trips and years of waiting behind veteran goalkeepers before finally earning his opportunity as Elon men’s soccer’s starting goalkeeper this past seas...

After four years of leadership, legislation and campus advocacy, Elon Student Government Association seniors are passing...
05/24/2026

After four years of leadership, legislation and campus advocacy, Elon Student Government Association seniors are passing the torch to a new executive board. Outgoing leaders reflect on a lasting impact and a deeply personal experience shaping their time at Elon.

“I’ve never known an Elon without SGA,” former SGA executive president Anya Bratić said. “It’s made me the person I am and the leader I am.”

As the final business meeting of the Student Government Association this year came to a close, members reflected on a year of legislation, leadership transitions and the future of student organizations on campus.

Graduating seniors from the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business and School of Communications crossed the stage in...
05/23/2026

Graduating seniors from the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business and School of Communications crossed the stage in Schar Center at Elon University’s 136th Undergraduate Commencement on May 22.

Blessed Eshun graduated with a degree in business administration and said he has enjoyed connecting with other seniors over the past week through commencement events. Eshun said graduating felt surreal, but he is looking forward to beginning his career in the investment space.

“It’s been nice to just get with my peers and really get to talk,” Eshun said. “Even though we get friends and we find our niches here, we have to remember all the people that we met.”

Graduating seniors from the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business and School of Communications crossed the stage in Schar Center at Elon University’s 136th Undergraduate Commencement on May 22. The ceremony for business and communications majors began at 9 a.m. and featured speeches from Elon...

Elon’s Donning of the Kente ceremony took place May 21 in Alumni Gym, celebrating graduates with African heritage. Gradu...
05/22/2026

Elon’s Donning of the Kente ceremony took place May 21 in Alumni Gym, celebrating graduates with African heritage. Graduates received a stole made of handmade kente cloth, imported from Ghana.

“Tonight we do more than congratulate graduates,” Vice President for Inclusive Excellence Randy Williams said. “Tonight we bear witness to them. Tonight we affirm them. Tonight we remind them that they are deeply seen, deeply valued and deeply connected to something greater than themselves.”

In South Africa, there is a common greeting known as “sawubona.” It translates to “I see you.” There are a few different responses to this greeting. One can just be “Yes, I see you, too.” But the exchange can deepen, according to Randy Williams, vice president for inclusive excellence at...

Over 30 graduates with family members who are Elon alumni were recognized at the Legacy Reception on May 21 in McKinnon ...
05/22/2026

Over 30 graduates with family members who are Elon alumni were recognized at the Legacy Reception on May 21 in McKinnon Hall.

For senior Chloe Prince, the event marked the close of a chapter at Elon that began in childhood. Her parents, Maggie Prince ‘97 and Chris Prince ‘97, introduced her to Elon through football games and described Elon as a second home.

“It feels amazing and super surreal,” Chloe said. “I'm just very, very grateful to have been introduced by them, and obviously, to be a student here and just get all the amazing perks of Elon.”

Over 30 graduates with family members who are Elon alumni were recognized at the Legacy Reception on May 21 in McKinnon Hall. For senior Chloe Prince, the event marked the close of a chapter at Elon that began in childhood. Her parents, Maggie Prince ‘97 and Chris Prince ‘97, introduced her to E...

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