Articles by Owen Covington
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Elon courses shift to online learning
March 23, 2020
The campus-wide change made in response to the COVID-19 outbreak comes as classes resume following Spring Break. Since Elon announced the change on March 11, faculty members have been working diligently to create robust online learning experiences for students.
Elon adopts new pass/fail policy for 2020 spring semester
March 22, 2020
The new policy was enacted in response to questions and concerns raised by Elon faculty, students and staff due to the extraordinary circumstances created by the coronavirus outbreak.
March 18 message from Elon President Connie Ledoux Book – COVID-19 Update
March 18, 2020
Along with important updates to the academic schedule and campus operations, President Book offers her support for those impacted by the coronavirus outbreak and her appreciation for the efforts of students, faculty and staff.
Elon Poll: U.S. residents express high anxiety about coronavirus, split on national response
March 18, 2020
The Elon University Poll asked nearly 3,200 U.S. residents and more than 1,100 N.C. residents to react to a range of statements about the coronavirus outbreak.
Panel highlights North Carolina’s prominence in 2020 Elections
March 17, 2020
A March 10 panel discussion featuring journalists and political science experts moderated by President Connie Ledoux Book explored a variety of topics about this year's presidential race and how North Carolina fits into the national political landscape.
UPDATE March 18: School of Health Sciences to move to online classes on March 16
March 13, 2020
The decision comes as Elon University takes action to reduce the potential health risk to students, faculty and staff and to confront the rapid spread of COVID-19.
CAA cancels all competitions for the remainder of the winter and spring sport seasons
March 13, 2020
The decision impacts sports including baseball, softball, golf, track and field and others, as well as on- and off-campus recruiting.
Information and updates about Spring Break
March 12, 2020
This message from Vice President for Student Life Jon Dooley sent March 12 offers information about the current status of coronavirus and travel plans, parking during Spring Break, remaining on campus during Spring Break and campus services during Spring Break.
CAA cancels remainder of 2020 CAA Women’s Basketball Championship
March 12, 2020
Tournament games scheduled for Thursday and later will not be played, and all CAA spring sport competition has been suspended until further notice.
Elon students awarded Critical Language Scholarships by the U.S. Department of State
March 10, 2020
Through the scholarships, Taylor Garner ’20 and Kathryn Gerry ’20 will have the opportunity to study foreign languages deemed critical to U.S. diplomacy and outreach.