Articles by Dan Anderson
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Book, Limerick testify before Congressional committee on DTV transition
September 16, 2008
Connie Book, associate dean of the School of Communications, along with student Lauren Limerick, testified Sept. 16 before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet. They discussed findings of their recent study of the nation’s transition to digital television.
Elon Law Family and Friends Day – Sept. 13
September 16, 2008
Elon hosts sportsturf field day
September 16, 2008
Elon University hosted a field day and seminar for the North Carolina Sports Turf Managers Association (NCSTMA) on Sept. 16.
Six new members inducted into Elon Sports Hall of Fame
September 14, 2008
Six new members make up the 38th class of the Elon Sports Hall of Fame. The six inductees were recognized during a halftime ceremony of the Phoenix vs. Presbyterian College football game Sept. 13.
FCC using Elon students’ work to assess DTV transition
September 12, 2008
The Associated Press reports that the Federal Communications Commission is using the work of an Elon team led by Connie Book, associate dean of the School of Communications, in analyzing the DTV transition test which took place in Wilmington, N.C., Sept. 8.
Reform Judaism magazine cites Elon among schools encouraging Jewish applicants
September 12, 2008
Reform Judaism, the world's largest circulated Jewish Magazine, lists Elon among four colleges and universities that are providing strong support and programming for students of the Jewish faith.
Piatt named Vice President for University Advancement
September 12, 2008
James B. Piatt Jr. has been named vice president for university advancement at Elon University. Piatt currently serves as vice president for college advancement at Mount Union College, Alliance, Ohio. He will succeed Nan P. Perkins, who retires this year after a 32-year career at Elon.
Duke Energy leader says N.C. electricity rates could rise due to higher carbon taxes
September 10, 2008
A top North Carolina energy executive says electric rates in the state
could increase as much as 35 to 50 percent if Congress passes carbon legislation that is beginning to be developed in Washington. Ellen Ruff, president of Duke Energy Carolinas, spoke at
Elon Sept. 9 as part of the university’s Voices of Discovery series.
Author Kimm Alayne Walton to speak Sept. 15
September 9, 2008
Toddie Peters’ new book to be used by study guide at 18 area churches
September 8, 2008
A new book co-edited by Rebecca "Toddie" Peters was the subject of a story in the Sept. 6 edition of the Greensboro News & Record. The book, "To Do Justice: A Guide for Progressive Churches," will be used by 18 local churches as a guide for a 13-week study on social justice issues.