Falcons Fly South to the Sunshine State Mar 15, 2008
MATCH-UPS ON THE DIAMOND Elon University - Phoenix - (3/14 - 11:00 a.m.) The Falcon squad will open the Stetson Spring Classic on Friday (Mar. 14) against Elon. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Cross Country Teams Earn Academic Recognition Mar 15, 2008
The 2007 NCAA Division I USTFCCCA Men's All-Academic Teams Arkansas State University Belmont University Bradley University Brigham Young University Brown University Butler University California State University, Fresno Central Michigan University Clemson University Colgate University Columbia University Cornell University Creighton University Dartmouth College Davidson College DePaul University Drake University Eastern Kentucky University Eastern Washington University Elon University Furman... (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Elon, Wake Forest named to "Best Value" list Mar 15, 2008
Kiplinger's Personal Finance has named Wake Forest University and Elon University to its list of the top 100 "Best Value" private colleges in the nation ... Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem placed No. 24 on the list, followed immediately by Elon University in Alamance County at No. 25. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Insider vies with outsider for right to face Sen. Dole Mar 9, 2008
"I'm the one with experience," Hagan told a group of Elon University law students in Greensboro one night recently. "I'm the one with ability to beat Elizabeth Dole."But Jim Neal, a Chapel Hill investment banker, is hoping to change the story line of the Democratic Senate primary on May 6. (News & Observer)
WGHP's Rich Brenner announces retirement Mar 7, 2008
Brenner plans to remain in the Triad and teach broadcasting part-time at Elon University. Related Industry News. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Covington, Hobbs to wed (33) Mar 2, 2008
The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Richmond Senior High School and a 2004 graduate of Elon University with a BS in corporate communications. She is employed by Bank of America in Charlotte. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
'Regenero: The Ways of Mages': N.C. teen publishes fantasy novel Mar 1, 2008
She is now an 18-year-old freshman at Elon University. Growing up, Gamble had to deal with the usual assortment of challenges faced by everyone, plus a couple of uncommon ones, being tiny for one. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Falcons Fire Tuesday Low To Climb Three Spots; Finish Ninth at Wexford Plantation Intercollegiate Feb 27, 2008
School Scores 1 Elon University 298 292 300 890 +26 2 Furman University 290 296 305 891 +27 3 Kennesaw St. Univ. 297 298 303 898 +34 4 Francis Marion U. 294 306 300 900 +36 5 Presbyterian College 298 301 303 902 +38 6 East Carolina Univ. 299 298 306 903 +39 7 South Carolina-Aiken 307 296 303 906 +42 8 Winthrop University 304 296 307 907 +43 9 Bowling Green 311 308 294 913 +49 10 Wofford College 294 307 315 916 +52 11 George Washington 304 298 318 920 +56 12 Marshall University 306 304 317 927... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons In 12th At Wexford Intercollegiate Through 36 Holes Feb 27, 2008
Results Through 36 Holes 1 Furman University 290 296 586 2 Elon University 298 292 590 3 Kennesaw St. Univ. 297 298 595 4 East Carolina Univ. 299 298 597 5 Presbyterian College 298 301 599 6 Francis Marion U. 294 306 600 Winthrop University 304 296 600 8 Wofford College 294 307 601 9 George Washington 304 298 602 10 South Carolina-Aiken 307 296 603 11 Marshall University 306 304 610 12 Bowling Green State 311 308 619 13 Northern Illinois U. 310 314 624 14 Davidson College 317 309 626 15 Oakland... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Women's Cross Country Falcons Named an All-Academic Team Feb 27, 2008
Appalachian State University Arizona State University Arkansas State University Austin Peay State University Ball State University Baylor University Belmont University Binghamton University Boston College Bowling Green State University Bradley University Brigham Young University Brown University Butler University California Polytechnic State University California State University, Fresno Central Connecticut State University Central Michigan University Clemson University Coastal Carolina... (Bgsufalcons.com)
Golf Places 11th at Wexford Plantation Intercollegiate Feb 27, 2008
Elon University (890) won the tournament by one stroke over runner-up Furman (891). Individual medalist Jimmy Lytle (69-69-72--210) of Elon rallied over the final 18 holes to claim a nine-stroke victory over Kennesaw State's Oliver West (70-76-73--219). (Gwsports.com)
Obama, McCain ahead in Elon University Poll of NC residents Feb 23, 2008
Durham, Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle Region. By GARY D. ROBERTSON : Associated Press Writer Feb 22, 2008. (Herald Sun)
Indians' wide receivers coach heading to N.C. college Feb 23, 2008
- Mike McCarty, wide-receivers coach for Arkansas State, has resigned to become offensive coordinator at Elon University in North Carolina, ASU coach Steve Roberts announced Friday. McCarty coached wide receivers for the past four seasons, including the 2007 campaign when the Indians passed for the second-most yards (2,446) in school history. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Poll: Obama, McCain Ahead in NC Feb 23, 2008
The Elon University Poll was conducted by telephone from Feb. 18-21. It involved interviews with 307 North Carolina residents likely to vote for a Democratic candidate for president, with a margin of sampling error of plus or minus 6 percentage points. (Newsmax)
Trade symposium begins at Elon Feb 19, 2008
A three-part symposium on fair trade practices will begin tonight at Elon University, according to an announcement. The first session will take place tonight and feature author Pietra Rivoli, who will discuss her book "Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy.". (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
NC teen publishes fantasy novel Feb 16, 2008
She is now an 18-year-old freshman at Elon University, where she is an N.C. Teaching Fellow. The teaching-fellows program is designed to encourage outstanding students to become teachers by offering a $6,500 scholarship for four years to 500 high-school seniors each year in exchange for a commitment to teach in North Carolina for four years. (The Daily Reflector)
Reaching out Feb 8, 2008
Both WFU and Elon University School of Law offer international classes, ranging from business law to immigration and human rights law ... Officials with both the Wake Forest University School of Law and the Elon University School of Law say they know it's crucial for their students to have a background in international law and are taking steps to expose them to different cultures and customs through classroom experiences, interactions with international students and study-abroad programs ... "If... (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
More students committing to college sooner Feb 2, 2008
Other colleges accepting early decision students from Nashoba are Elon University in North Carolina, Boston College, Williams College, in Williamstown; Brown University in Rhode Island, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York. Comments Thank you for the abuse report. (Bolton Common, MA)
The demands of 'Evita' Feb 1, 2008
"But I want to go back to school." Just three semesters shy of graduation, she left Elon University in order to see what touring was like. She also wanted to play Eva Peron -- a role that has intrigued her since she was in the company of a regional production when she was 15. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Belles place third in first a capella competition Jan 29, 2008
Recently, the female a capella group, the Belles, competed in an a capella championship at Elon University in North Carolina. "We came in 3rd place (2nd runner-up) in the ICCA(International Championship of A Cappella) Competition," says Taryn O'Leary, a senior member of the Belles. (The Loyola Greyhound, MD)
Elon law school adds death penalty expert Jan 25, 2008
Victor Streib, a national expert on the death penalty and its application to women and children, has joined the Elon University School of Law as a visiting professor. Streib has written more than 300 books, articles and papers. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Leesville quarterback headed to Elon Jan 20, 2008
Advertisements Tim Stevens, Staff Writer Thomas Wilson of Leesville Road, one of the most productive and efficient high school quarterbacks in the state, has committed to Elon University. "Elon was the only school that offered me a scholarship to play football," Wilson said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hot dish: Wings to Go opening on Fifth Street Jan 16, 2008
And two of our most successful restaurants are near universities in Burlington near Elon University and in Boone near Appalachian State University. And they don t have full bars like the Greenville restaurant will have. (The Daily Reflector)
Triad PR association recognizes four Jan 13, 2008
The Spinks Award, the highest honor from the local group, was given to Elon University Associate Professor of Communications John Guiniven. John Swofford, commissioner of the Atlantic Coast Conference, was given the Effective Communicator Award. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
JIM DODSON: Winter Hath Its Compensations Jan 13, 2008
I was pleased to see his excitement about attending Elon University next fall. "I know life is all about change," my suddenly wise college girl observed at one point during "Mrs. Doubtfire," "But I wish we could keep this house forever. You know?". (The Pilot Newspaper)
Elon University supports Sokode-Etoe to complete JHS block Jan 9, 2008
Sokode-Etoe (V/R), Jan. 8, GNA - Students and staff of Elon University in the United States of America on Monday donated 3,500 US dollars to the chiefs and people of Sokode-Etoe, near Ho, to help complete the community's Junior High School (JHS) block. The donation will also support the construction of a kindergarten and other self-help projects in the community. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
N.C. Open Government Coalition receives grant Dec 29, 2007
The matching grant, which could be worth up to $250,000, will be used to create a $500,000 endowment for the Sunshine Center at Elon University. The Sunshine Center was established at Elon University in the School of Communications in February as the educational outreach unit of the coalition. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Austin, Hatchell Named Walter Camp All-Americans For 2007 Dec 8, 2007
2007 Walter Camp Football Championship Subdivision All-America Team OFFENSE WR Terrell Hudgins Elon University Soph. 6-2 226 Rocky Mount, NC WR Ramses Barden Cal Poly Jr. 6-6 228 Altadena, CA TE Matt Champa Dayton Sr. 6-2 219 Sagamore Hills, OH OL Kerry Brown Appalachian State Sr. 6-6 310 Marietta, GA OL Mike Byrne Delaware Sr. 6-6 295 Lititz, PA OL Massachusetts Sr. 6-5 285 Reading, MA OL Nate Safe North Dakota State Sr. 6-5 310 Cannon Falls, MN OL Chad Rinehart Northern Iowa Sr. 6-5 308 Boone,... (Umassathletics.com)
Elon to expand John Koury Field House Dec 6, 2007
From staff reports With major gifts from two Raleigh couples, Elon University will expand the John Koury Field House. The university announced today that alumni Jay and Amy Hendrickson of Raleigh have donated $1 million to have the new Hendrickson Football Center named after Jay Hendrickson's father, former Elon coach Horace J. Hendrickson. (News & Observer -- Sports)
COMPLETE RESULTS Dec 2, 2007
91 4 1) Alford, Oliva 2) Ellerbe, La Vonne 3) Smith, Claire 4) Spoth, Carole 6 Elon University 'A' 4:08 ... 43 5 1) 2) 3) 4) 12 Elon University 'B' 4:17. (Richmondspiders.com)
Walk of Famer Jones happy to be home with Pam Pack Nov 27, 2007
The first-year coach and former standout at Elon College (now Elon University), where she graduated in 1995, plans to stress fundamentals throughout the season. The one thing that is consistent with all the teams that I ve worked with is fundamentals, said Jones, who averaged 14. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Area stars have many reasons to be thankful Nov 23, 2007
I am thankful that I have made it to my senior year at Elon University and for the wonderful and challenging journey that has been. I am very thankful for the joy and support that comes from my family and friends and all the good and hard experiences in college that have enriched my life tremendously. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Southern Atlantic poll: Clinton leads big, Giuliani strong in GOP Nov 16, 2007
The Elon University Poll found 19 percent of Democrats were undecided in the 2008 White House race. The survey of 1,374 adults from households in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia was conducted over the past two weeks. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Friends says they'll keeping looking for missing Elon graduate Nov 15, 2007
CHARLOTTE, N.C. Family and friends of a 2005 Elon University graduate who hasn't been heard from nearly a week say they plan to continue looking for any signs of him. One friend created a site on Facebook. (The Daily Reflector)
XM Radio to air show produced by Elon University Nov 8, 2007
Satellite radio service XM Radio will air Elon University's "Jeanne Robertson - Flat-out Funny at the Paramount" starting next week. The program, produced by Elon University Television Services, will air Nov. 12, 14 and 17. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Catamount Men's Golf Wins WCU Intercollegiate; Junior Andres Cuenca Claims Individual Medalist Honors Nov 7, 2007
School Scores 1 Western Carolina U. 278 287 565 -3 2 Vanderbilt Univ. 283 299 582 +14 3 Radford University 288 299 587 +19 4 High Point U. 293 301 594 +26 5 Furman University 300 295 595 +27 6 Gardner-Webb U. 295 301 596 +28 7 Francis Marion U. 296 301 597 +29 8 Charleston Southern 295 303 598 +30 9 Jacksonville Univ. 299 301 600 +32 10 Wofford College 302 300 602 +34 11 Belmont University 300 304 604 +36 12 Elon University 299 306 605 +37 13 Samford University 303 303 606 +38 Appalachian State... (Catamountsports.com)
What some schools are doing Nov 5, 2007
Elon University in Elon, N.C., and the University of Dayton in Ohio both put a premium on writing, and see the results ... Students in Janna Anderson's media writing course at Elon University always get her written comments within two days. (USA Today)
Participating colleges Nov 5, 2007
Schools taking part in NSSE - USATODAY.com. Take the first step towards finding a better job. (USA Today)
»Rozani named Teacher of the Year Oct 28, 2007
Rozani is a native of the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, where she obtained her bachelor's degrees, but received her master's degree in North Carolina at Elon University. Her 21 years of teaching experience began in South Africa, but her first teaching position in the U.S. was in Hoke County, which she held for three years. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Shrine coaches chose well Oct 23, 2007
Nevertheless, Elon University is the only school to make him a solid football scholarship offer. Leesville coach David Green said he believes there is a perception that players in Wake County are not major-college caliber. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Little pies deliver big dreams for mom Oct 6, 2007
" said Stewart, who graduated as an art major from Elon University in North Carolina. "I'm scared to let my children get the mail. "Stewart said profits from her pie sales will help her family "afford to move. (Towson Jeffersonian, MD)
Use of Taser raises issues Oct 4, 2007
Police from the town of Elon and the campus of Elon University had blocked off a major intersection near Paylor's home. Paylor said that during an encounter with Dunn, an officer posted at the intersection, he exchanged profanities with the officer. (News & Observer)
Campbell moving law school to Raleigh Oct 4, 2007
Leary Davis, the Elon University law school dean and the founding dean at Campbell's law school in 1976, said Campbell's law school and undergraduate programs will benefit from a high-profile location in the Capital City. "I think they'll find a lot of synergy there they had not anticipated," Davis said. (News & Observer)
PG West: West 'A' leading the way in volleyball section Oct 4, 2007
Zuber, a graduate of Elon University who played high school volleyball in North Carolina, comes to the program with eight years of coaching experience. "I was an assistant coach at UNC-Greensboro for three years and at Georgia Southern for two years," said Zuber. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Women's golf continues win streak Oct 4, 2007
The team finished one stroke better to edge out Elon University, carding a score of 592. South Alabama, Belmont and Western Carolina rounded out the top five with 599, 601 and 606, respectively. (The University Echo, TN)
NC Poll Says Approval For Bush's Handling Of Iraq War Increases Oct 2, 2007
The poll from Elon University shows 65 percent disapprove of the president's handling of the war compared to 70 percent in the last measure done in April ... Elon University Institute for Politics and Public Affairs conducted the latest poll Sept. 24-27. (WTKR.com, VA)
Western Carolina Women's Golf in Third After Day One of Tourney Sep 30, 2007
2 Elon University 296 +8. 3 Western Carolina U. 297 +9. (Catamountsports.com)
Women's Golf finishes in 13th at Myrtle Beach Classic Sep 26, 2007
Team Scores: 1 East Carolina - 291-287--578 2 Georgia State - 287-292--579 3 UNC-Greensboro - 297-298--595 4 Miami - 299-297--596 5 Campbell University - 302-295--597 6 UNC-Wilmington - 299-303--602 T7 Elon University - 303-300--603 T7 College of Charleston - 295-308--603 9 East Tennessee State - 303-301--604 10 Old Dominion - 308-311--619 11 Coastal Carolina - 309-315--624 12 Western Carolina - 312-313--625 13 Southern Illinois - 320-314--634 14 Methodist University - 323-315--638 15 Charleston... (Siusalukis.com)
ODU Places Tenth At Myrtle Beach Classic Sep 26, 2007
Wilmington 299 303 602 7 Elon University 303 300 603 Charleston, Coll. of 295 308 603 9 East Tennessee State 303 301 604 10 Old Dominion Univ. 308 311 619 11 Coastal Carolina U. 309 315 624 12 Western Carolina U. 312 313 625 13 Southern Illinois U. 320 314 634 14 Methodist University 323 315 638 15 Charleston Southern 322 327 649. (Odusports.com)
Women's Golf in 13th after day one of Myrtle Beach Classic Sep 25, 2007
Team Scores: 1 Georgia State - 287 2 East Carolina - 291 3 College of Charleston - 295 4 UNC - Greensboro - 297 5 UNC - Wilmington - 299 University of Miami - 299 7 Campbell University - 302 8 Elon University - 303 East Tennessee State - 303 10 Old Dominion - 308 11 Coastal Carolina - 309 12 Western Carolina - 312 13 Southern Illinois - 320 14 Charleston Southern - 322 15 Methodist University - 323. Individual Scores: t18 - - 74 t54 - - 80 t71 - - 83 t71 - - 83 t77 - - 84. (Siusalukis.com)
Lady Monarchs 10th After First Round At Myrtle Beach Classic Sep 25, 2007
Wilmington 299 +11 Miami, U. of 299 +11 7 Campbell University 302 +14 8 Elon University 303 +15 East Tennessee State 303 +15 10 Old Dominion Univ. 308 +20 11 Coastal Carolina U. 309 +21 12 Western Carolina U. 312 +24 13 Southern Illinois U. 320 +32 14 Charleston Southern 322 +34 15 Methodist University 323 +35. ODU GOLFERS 10 Old Dominion Univ. 308 T 24 39- 36 75 T 24 37- 38 75 T 39 38- 39 77 T 58 42- 39 81 84 43- 53 96. (Odusports.com)
Bergman Ties for 18th Place as Wildcats Conclude Play at Sea Trail Invitational Sep 24, 2007
SUNSET BEACH, N.C. - On the final day of the Sea Trail Invitational hosted by Elon University, Villanova shot a team round of 300 and finished in 16th place out of 19 teams at the tournament. For the weekend, the Wildcats improved their average team score from last weekend's season-opening Rutgers Invitational. (Villanova.com)
Wildcats Open Sea Trail Invitational with Team Round of 297 Sep 22, 2007
each posted rounds of 71 (-1) on Friday as Villanova opened play at the Sea Trail Invitational hosted by Elon University. The Wildcats finished with a team score of 297 on the first of three days of competition and are currently in 14th place out of 19 teams. (Villanova.com)
Men's Golf Finishes Play In Raines Development Group Intercollegiate Sep 19, 2007
Following Samford at ninth was Elon University in tenth, Winthrop and Charleston Southern tied at 11th, Appalachian State and South Carolina-Aiken tied at 13th, and Wofford College rounds out the field at 15th. The Samford men have a quick turn-around this week as they return to the links this Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 22-23 for the annual F Classic hosted by follow Ohio Valley Conference competitor Austin Peay. (Samfordsports.com)
Western Carolina Men's Golf Stands Second at Raines Development Group Intercollegiate Sep 18, 2007
1 East Carolina Univ. 292 287 579 +32 Western Carolina 295 287 582 +63 Francis Marion U. 291 294 585 +94 Troy University 300 287 587 +115 Furman University 298 294 592 +166 Jacksonville Univ. 302 294 596 +207 Samford University 301 296 597 +218 Elon University 299 305 604 +28Georgia Coll & St. U 303 301 604 +2810 Presbyterian College 310 298 608 +3211 Wofford College 304 309 613 +3712 Appalachian State U. 310 305 615 +39Charleston Southern 311 304 615 +3914 Winthrop University 303 314 617... (Catamountsports.com)
Samford Men's Golf To Play In Francis Marion Tournament Sep 17, 2007
Joining the Samford men in the tournament field are Francis Marion University, Appalachian State University, Charleston Southern University, East Carolina University, Elon University, Furman University, Georgia College University, Presbyterian College, USC Aiken, Troy University, Western Carolina University, Winthrop University, Wofford College, and Ohio Valley Conference opponent and defending tournament champion Jacksonville State University. The Bulldogs come off a fifth place finish in the... (Samfordsports.com)
Bergman Leads the Way as Wildcats Open Season at Rutgers Invitational Sep 17, 2007
The tournament is being held Friday through Sunday and will be hosted by Elon University at the Rees Jones Course. NOTES: The Wildcats finished second out of 10 teams at the Rutgers Invitational last season. (Villanova.com)
Trone adds new hires for Hispanic marketing Sep 12, 2007
Helga Moya, an Elon University graduate, is also a new assistant account executive. They will both work on the Hispanic marketing program for Uniroyal Tire. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
USF Looking To Make Statement Against Auburn Sep 8, 2007
"But that's not being said this week [when USF visits Auburn]. They're not hearing that this week. They're probably hearing the other things.". Like USF's record against Southeastern Conference teams. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Fireworks Mishap A Mystery Sep 5, 2007
" Wade said the fire marshal's office will begin looking into the incident this week. Home Opener Display Goes Wrong Castonguay was setting up the display on the field about 7 p.m. just before the kickoff of the University of South Florida's home opener with Elon University. He was carrying a 1-by-2-foot tray of mines and crossettes, which shoot flaming balls and sparks into the air. As he set the tray down near the 40-yard line, about 30 yards from the stands, six of the 10 devices went off,... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Sluggish Effort Gives Bulls A Needed Dose Of Reality Sep 2, 2007
Elon University was not awed by the charter flight to Tampa - the program's first plane trip since 2003. "A few of the guys were scared to fly, but not [scared by] this game," Hudgins said, smiling. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
By the Numbers: USF Bulls vs. Elon Aug 29, 2007
Go inside the statistics as the Bulls get ready to open their highly anticipated 2007 season on Saturday night against Elon University at Raymond James Stadium. Learn more about the Phoenix and some of the key players that will give USF its first test. (USF Sports -- Rivals.com)
COLUMN: Blogs offer reliable cyberspace journalism Aug 28, 2007
Earlier this month, journalism Professor Michael Skube at Elon University, North Carolina, declared the blogosphere as "a potpourri of opinion and little more," to the Los Angeles Times. "Skepticism, restraint, a willingness to suspect judgment and to put oneself in the background -- these would not seem to be a blogger's trademarks," he wrote. (U-Wire.com)
Tribune Preseason Top 10 Aug 26, 2007
Two players from that defensive line, Dino Cox and Jamere Johnson, signed with Florida Atlantic, while two linebackers, Josh Jones and Joe Griesser, signed with Elon University, a Division I-AA program. Three players from Wharton s defense were named to The Tampa Tribune s All-County Defensive Team, one on the first team and two on the second team. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Where N.C. colleges stand nationally Aug 17, 2007
REGIONAL COLLEGESAmong Southern institutions that focus on undergraduate and master's programs, Elon University came in at 2nd; Appalachian State, 10th; UNC-Wilmington, 14th; Queens University, 23rd; Campbell University, 34th; Western Carolina University, 41st; and Gardner-Webb University, 55th. Among Southern schools that focus only on undergraduate degrees, High Point University ranked 6th; Lenoir-Rhyne College, 13th; Catawba College, 16th; Winston-Salem State, 21st; Belmont Abbey College,... (News & Observer)