Consumer
Study tips for the final stretch
It’s easy to get overwhelmed at the end of the semester by the amount of work still left to do before summer. Here are some pro tips on how to hit the books hard without them hitting you back. Stay organized. Make to-do lists for your classes with deadlines, meetings and long-term projects so you know what you have ...Full Article
College Cooking: Coffee Cake
April 7th is National Coffee Cake Day, and naturally as journalists we are always excited to celebrate a wacky holiday and eat something yummy. Here is a simple quick and ...Full Article
Saint Patty’s Day Crafts
Happy Saint Patty’s Day Elon! Whether you’re a pure-blood Irishman or just celebrating for the day, crafting for the holiday is always a good idea. Here’s the how-to on ...Full Article
Elon University, Aramark, and Burlington’s Company Shops Market discuss
The Company Shops Market, also known as Burlington’s Food Co-Op, is discussing creating a satellite store in Elon. A satellite store is a retail store that is part of the larger parent ...Full Article
New mobile app helps students lend a hand on campus
When students are in need of a little help on campus, they usually turn to their closest friends for a favor. But thanks to a new mobile app, they ...Full Article
Senior’s new company heats things up
At Koury Business Center young entrepreneurs learn how to start, finance, and run a business. For some, these are merely exercises but for students like Madison Tamblyn, a Project ...Full Article
College Consumer: Valentines Day
Valentine’s Day is one of the most romantic days in the year, but it’s also one of the most expensive. On average, the National Retail Federation says Americans celebrating ...Full Article
App of the week: Duolingo
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 ...Full Article
Budgeting: a college essential
Budgeting is absolutely necessary for college students. Spending your money loosely without considering your budget often leads to a penny-pinching in the Spring semester. I suggest doing what I ...Full Article
Mobile app helps balance college budgets
The terms ‘budgeting’ and ‘spending’ are daunting words associated with the typical college student’s financial life. However, whether it be paper or plastic, many professionals suggest that students get a hold of ...Full Article
Help U Store It comes to Elon, an alternative storage method for summer
Finding a place to store belongings for three months over the summer can be tough. That’s why Elon junior Sean Barry co-founded Help U Store It with his three ...Full Article
LiveSafe app introduced to students, promotes safety on campus
Elon University Campus Police introduced a new app last week adding to their “toolbox” for keeping campus safe. Although LiveSafe was introduced to campus a week ago, according to ...Full Article
App of the Week: Videolicious
If you have ever wanted to take your storytelling to the next level, there’s now a chance to do it. Videolicious, allows you to narrate your pictures and videos ...Full Article
Darkroom mobile application fosters user-creativity
Darkroom is a free new photo editing app that has one special advantage: you can create your own custom filters. Additional benefits include: 1. It has instant import to ...Full Article
App of the Week - interview prep
Applying for jobs and internships can be stressful, but this this app can make the process a little less stressful. Job Interview Question-Answer is a free interview prep app ...Full Article
College Consumer: Eating if You’re Out of Meal Swipes
It’s every college student’s worst nightmare: running out of meal swipes. Now that we’re finishing up Winter Term you might be in this situation. If you have found yourself scavenging for ...Full Article
College Cooking: Meal in a Muffin
Making meal in a muffin is a great simple breakfast for when you are on the go and don’t have time to make something every morning. Extra muffins can ...Full Article
Tips on how to stay organized during the school year
While students may be excited to sign up for every activity that catches their eye at the organization fair, which will be held on Friday, Sept. 5, students should prepare themselves for their newfound ...Full Article
Elon’s Class of 2018 makes their presence known through social media
They came, they saw, they tweeted. The Twitter hashtag, #elonmovein, was blowing up Twitter feeds, news feeds and Instagram feeds throughout this past weekend. You name it, students posted it. Websites ...Full Article
Summer success: five apps for interning
Two words: Summer internship. With July just around the corner, many Elon students especially the upper classmen, are roughly one month into their summer internships. For those looking to bulk up ...Full Article
Yik Yik Causes Campus Controversy
The app called YikYak has been banned from 85 percent of the nation’s high schools and middle schools, but it’s quickly picking up traction around Elon’s campus. Freshman Mark ...Full Article
From food to fashion: Elon Dining employee consults for online boutique
While Elon students are the ones commonly known for being over-involved, some Elon staff members are too. Barbara Aanonsen works at Lakeside Dining Hall five days a week. But ...Full Article
Local town offers nature trails for visitors
If you’re looking to get off campus for the day, take a drive short to Saxapahaw, N.C. First, stop by the general store, which features a menu of local ...Full Article
Take a last-minute spring break trip in North Carolina
Only a few days and a couple of midterms separate us from a wonderful time of the year. That’s right, spring break is right around the corner! If you ...Full Article
Packing on the pounds … British pounds: Save money while studying abroad
For those studying abroad in the fall, it may be too early to pack, but get a jump-start on budgeting your trip with these money managing tips. For Elon ...Full Article
Valentine’s Day activities abound in Greensboro, at Elon
Many couples plan on doing the typical dinner and a movie on Valentine’s Day. While there’s nothing wrong with a little normalcy, here are some fun options - on ...Full Article
Valentine’s Day on a college budget
Valentine’s Day is this Friday, and it’s important to know how to be sweet to both your loved ones and your wallet. First, if you are looking to go ...Full Article
College Consumer: Fun activities to try over Winter Term that won’t break the bank
With only one class to focus on during Winter Term, students have more free time than during the regular semester. To escape boredom and avoid the temptation of a ...Full Article
Studios release blockbusters in time for holidays
With the holiday season rapidly approaching, film studios are releasing some of their largest films of the year as students are on vacation from school and award season will ...Full Article
Spring Registration Tips
A stressful time at Elon is quickly approaching-registration for winter term and spring classes. Here are some tips to be prepared and less stressed for the days ahead. First, ...Full Article
Cutting back on costume prices
With Halloween right around the corner, you may be planning out your costume. If you’re looking to cut back on spending as the holiday season gets closer, there are ...Full Article
Tips for Starting Your Own Business
If you are considering starting your own business, here are some tips that might help. First be patient and be prepared to get a little frustrated. It can take ...Full Article
Cooking With Cook: Chicken Stir-Fry
October is here and that means comfort food. With the cold weather rapidly approaching, why not wrap-up with some quick, warm chicken stir-fry? This recipe is easy to make, ...Full Article
New iPhone Presses to New Heights
Apple is known for keeping the details of yet-to-be-released products close to its chest, and this time around is no different. Almost a year after releasing the iPhone 5, ...Full Article
Top five companies that pay interns big bucks
Every summer, many Elon students choose to work as interns across the country in order to fulfill their Experiential Learning Requirement, a mandatory program which all students must complete, ...Full Article
College Consumer: Black Friday Shopping
Julie Morse has tips on how you can get the most out of your Black Friday shopping experience.Full Article
Hand-made costumes save big bucks on Halloween
There’s no mistaking that Halloween has come to Elon. But with the current economy and a college student’s budget, it’s hard to find a great costume for a reasonable ...Full Article
Tech updates: Apple iPad mini, Microsoft Windows 8 and the college campus
Technology giants, yet again, are hoping to get their new products introduced this week into the hands of college students. “If you don’t have technology in your life,” said ...Full Article
October 8 Pump Patrol
Know the prices before you pump! Here are the prices for regular gasoline at the station’s near campus.Full Article
College Consumer: Five Tips for Saving Money at Restaurants
Sometimes college students do not have the time or patience to make a home cooked dinner. And for those of us without meal plan, the only other option is ...Full Article
College Consumer: Saving Money
Julie Morse is looking out for you! Here are some tips to save money.Full Article
Apps to Take On the Road This Summer
Today is the first day of summer and while the weather might be scorching, don’t let your road trips scorch your wallet. Money saving website, Kiplinger.com, says these three ...Full Article
