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Beyond The Image: The struggle for positive body image amongst college women
December 1st, 2015
Fifty-eight percent of college women feel pressure to be a certain weight, according to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders. Maddie Donner, a junior at Elon University, said it can be difficult being a woman on ...
Health Watch: The benefits and drawbacks of a vegan diet
October 20th, 2015
The vegan stereotype is shifting. Once the image of crunchy granola hippies and tree hugging environmentalists, now associations with glamorous and beautiful celebrities like Beyoncé and Gwyneth Paltrow. Hollywood has been on the vegan bandwagon for years, and now ...
Carrboro Music Festival braves the rain
September 28th, 2015
The sound of rain was not the only noise filling the streets of Carrboro, North Carolina on Sunday. The 18th annual Carrboro Music Festival included 13 different venues across town all featuring a diverse lineup of music. Festival attendee ...
How to become a morning person
September 21st, 2015
The infamous morning person. We all know one. Sitting at the front of the room in your 8 a.m. class, answering every question with energy and unnecessary enthusiasm. Meanwhile, you sulk in the back of the room, still half asleep with eye ...
Benevolence Farm: Re-entry program for incarcerated women
September 6th, 2015
Just 17 miles from Elon exists 13 acres of farmland. But unlike the other 8 million acres of farmland in North Carolina, this plot of land hopes to transform the lives of women. “The farm will serve as housing ...
App of the week: Duolingo
August 30th, 2015
The language learning tool Duolingo can be used online or on any smartphone or tablet and it’s helping people learn languages all over the world. Learning a new language can be intimidating and difficult, but Duolingo makes it easy ...
Peacehaven Community Farm promotes healthy life style for community
April 14th, 2015
Elon promotes an eco-friendly environment on its campus and the surrounding community. Peacehaven Community Farm, a sustainable farm only 15 minutes away from campus, makes an impact in another way. The farm also houses adults with special needs. Racing ...
Residents participate in Alamance-Burlington Senior Games
April 8th, 2015
83-year-old Billy Warren has been participating in the Alamance-Burlington Senior Games for the past eight years. And there’s one sport that keeps him coming back. “Bowling is my favorite, yes!” Warren said. And it’s easy to tell why. “I ...
Elon soccer teams study abroad over spring break
April 7th, 2015
The men’s and women’s soccer teams are in spring training to gear up for the fall season, but over spring break, the men traveled to Spain while the women headed off to Costa Rica for an athletic and cultural ...
Spring Break ab workout tutorial
March 5th, 2015
Spring break is only two weeks away. Pair this quick and easy 10 minute workout with your normal cardio routine to get that beach bod ready! Abdominal Chair Hold- 1 minute Table Top Crunches- 30 seconds each side Downdog ...
Three recipes that boost the flavor of kale superfood
March 2nd, 2015
Food bloggers and health enthusiasts alike have been buzzing about Kale, a popular superfood. A superfood is a food that is nutrient-rich and especially beneficial to health and well-being. Kale is incredibly nutrient-dense making it one of the world’s ...
Orthorexia: when being “healthy” becomes dangerous
February 23rd, 2015
According to the National Association of Anorexia and Associated Disorders, 86 percent of students reported onset of an eating disorder by the age of 20. This week is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, but there’s a newly recognized eating ...
Danish pop star hopes to make it in America
February 12th, 2015
I recently returned from a semester abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark and was able to sit down with one of the country’s most famous singers. Thousands of teenage girls lined up eagerly for hours in the harsh Denmark cold, a giant ...
ELN celebrates National Pizza Day with Pandora’s Pies chef
February 9th, 2015
Pandora’s Pies is an Elon favorite where many students dine to eat delicious pizza. In celebration of National Pizza Day, Feb. 9, I made pizza with one of Pandora’s main chefs. Chef Atoru is from Italy and started making pizza when he was 15 ...
How to Stay Healthy This Summer
May 20th, 2014
Whether you’re heading home for some relaxation, working a summer job or preparing for an internship, staying healthy and fit during the summer can be tough. Although you might be tempted to lounge on the beach and eat ice ...
Elon students struggle to find sublets for off-campus apartments
May 6th, 2014
The fall semester is a popular time for Elon juniors to study abroad. But those who are living off campus next year might have a tough obstacle to overcome: finding someone to rent their apartment to avoid paying for an ...
Elon senior overcomes injuries to train for CrossFit competition
May 5th, 2014
Elon senior Suhail Nimji hits the gym at 5:30 a.m. He stays for two to four hours and sometimes goes twice a day. Nimji even gives up weekends to train. “I don’t go out Saturday nights,” he said. “I don’t ...
Last minute health tips to remember over Spring Break
March 19th, 2014
While we might not be on the beach yet, spring break is only a few days away. Here are a few tips on how to make last minute preparations for your vacation, and how you can stay fit over ...
How to make a green smoothie for St. Patrick’s Day
March 16th, 2014
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, here’s how to make a nutritious and delicious green smoothie! These are the ingredients you will need: Handful of kale Half of an English cucumber (with skin) One ripe avocado One inch of ...
Students struggle to live off campus
March 10th, 2014
Residence life denied Elon freshman Noah Kipnis to live off campus next year. He then appealed the denial and said his dad has been trying to help him get it approved. But he has not yet heard back from ...
Elon’s assistant bursar to run for Alamance County School Board
February 9th, 2014
A seat on the Alamance County School Board may soon be occupied by an Elon University administrator. Jeremy Teetor, Elon’s assistant bursar and a graduate of the class of 2010, is running for the Alamance County School Board in the ...
Elon sophomore heads to Sochi to work as cameraman at Olympics
January 22nd, 2014
Threats of a terrorist attack surround the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics taking place next month. Elon sophomore David Comerford will be attending the games and is trying to stay positive. “I think the ambiguity of it all is a ...
Elon student raises money for firefighter in need
November 29th, 2013
When he was in first grade, Nick Cianciara lost his home in a fire. It was this experience that inspired the now Elon sophomore, to become a volunteer firefighter in his hometown. “You meet people at the worst times ...
Election loss won’t stop Elon Alumnus
November 11th, 2013
Ian Baltutis may have lost the 2013 bid for Burlington’s mayoral office, but he still has plans for developing downtown Burlington. The 2008 Elon graduate walked the streets of Burlington in his campaign for mayor, travelling door to door ...
How to Stay Healthy in Cold Weather
November 5th, 2013
As temperatures drop and we approach cold and flu season, it’s easy to get sick. Here are a few tips for keeping the cold away! Bundle Up Your parents always told you to bundle up as a kid. Wear ...
Bus driver continues working despite illness
October 28th, 2013
Students who ride the West End Route on Elon’s BioBus might be wondering why they’re seeing a familiar face less often. That’s because Bill Huff, the friendly bus driver that greets every student with a smile and a warm ...
Local Farm is a Family Heirloom
October 7th, 2013
“Happily growing your vegetables… also growing your clean air and water.” That’s the motto of Iseley Farms. Passed down through five generations, it has been in business since 1790. Jane Iseley is the owner today. “We’re still here. And ...
Transitioning into Elon as a Transfer Student
September 23rd, 2013
Making the transition from high school to college isn’t always easy. But for many students, the real difficulty is transferring from one university to another. Junior Stephanie Ydoate said transferring to Elon was not the fresh start she was looking ...
Student Loans: Terms to Know
September 14th, 2013
As the price of a higher education continues to rise… more and more students are turning to student loans as a source of funding their college education. But the financial terminology can get very confusing. Here are a few ...
Elon Makes Changes to Football Tailgating
September 12th, 2013
Bank of America Drive was full of excitement on Saturday as the Elon community gathered to tailgate before the first home football game of the season. But this year the atmosphere was different. Sophomore Andrew Cole said this year’s tailgate was more fun ...
Underage Drinking Rights
September 8th, 2013
Underage drinking is a common issue on college campuses and sometimes Elon students are unsure how to react when approached by a police officer, especially if they’ve been drinking underage. Here are some things to think about when it ...
Jazzing It Up
May 2nd, 2013
For senior Alicia Varcoe graduating means New York City, but she’s not heading to the Big Apple for your average marketing job. She’s going to market herself - as a jazz singer. But there’s more to her preparations than ...
Kicking For A Cause
April 24th, 2013
Elon students, war veterans and ROTC cadets gathered to play kickball this past Saturday. The tournament raised money for “Paws and Stripes,” a nonprofit organization that rescues dogs and helps train them to be service dogs for war veterans ...
Ultimate Frisbee Tournament
April 9th, 2013
The Elon women’s Ultimate Frisbee team hosted their 3rd annual “Nutty Huck” tournament this past weekend. Seven teams from the area participated including an Elon Alumni team. Alex Ziegler, a 2008 graduate, said the best part of the weekend ...
Smoothies with Sky
February 26th, 2013
This smoothie is great for breakfast or for a post-workout snack! It will replenish your muscles, hydrate your body and keep you full! Blueberry Almond Protein Smoothie 2 cups of frozen blueberries 1 banana Handful of kale 1 cup ...
Security presence in Smith angers some students
November 20th, 2012
Campus Security is around to keep students safe, but their presence in the Smith dorm is putting some freshman boys on edge, to the point that some have decided to transfer. Freshman David Friedlander, who lives on the third ...
Voters have fun with political video games
November 5th, 2012
When most people think of politics, video games may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But political video games have become a way for voters to have some fun and even release some anger. Rich Taylor, ...
Elon freshman makes money playing video games
November 5th, 2012
In college, some students struggle to find a job, but one Elon freshman found a way to make money doing what he loves. For freshman Cooper Boyd, that meant becoming a professional Halo player. Boyd plays Halo for more ...
Shenanigans in Carolina
September 18th, 2012
Are the Smith boys at it again?
