Articles by Owen Covington
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The Princeton Review names Elon a ‘Green College’
October 23, 2019
Elon was selected from a group of nearly 700 colleges and universities for the guide for the 10th straight year.
The Times-News features Carpenter’s Distinguished Scholar Award lecture
October 22, 2019
Carpenter shared his research about the use of social media as a teacher education tool in the Distinguished Scholar Award lecture on Oct. 14.
Work begins to prepare former Elon Elementary School for demolition
October 21, 2019
Crews will begin tearing down the 66-year-old school in November.
Elon announces formation of the Council on Wellness and Well-Being
October 21, 2019
The university-wide council will be responsible for the implementation of recommendations around mental health and wellness.
#ElonHome: All you need to know about Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2019
October 21, 2019
Elon alumni young and old will return to campus Nov. 1-3 for a homecoming celebration that will include music, sports, awards and fellowship.
Carpenter offers look at social media as a tool for teachers in Distinguished Scholar Award lecture
October 15, 2019
Associate Professor of Education Jeffrey Carpenter, who heads the Teaching Fellows program, delivered the 2019-20 Distinguished Scholar Award lecture on Monday, Oct. 14. He offered an overview of his research into how teachers use social media as a professional development tool and to build connections with colleagues around the globe.
In My Words: How to tell family stories that make a positive difference
October 15, 2019
In this column distributed by the Elon University Writers Syndicate, Professor of Political Science and Policy Studies Laura Roselle offers insight into how to explore your family's narrative. The column was published in the Greensboro News & Record, the Burlington Times-News and the Lexington (N.C) Dispatch.
In My Words: Which straw will break the camel’s back? Bad behavior and job security
October 15, 2019
In this column distributed by the Elon University Writers Syndicate, Professor of English Rosemary Haskell writes about the sometimes fuzzy logic that determines whether an executive is fired for bad behavior. The column was published by the Raleigh News & Observer, the Greensboro News & Record and the Burlington Times-News.
Annual Pumpkin Festival to be held Oct. 25
October 14, 2019
The annual festival by the Elon University Garden Studio Class will be held Friday, Oct. 25, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Elon Community Garden.
(the) Local Matters series creates community conversations around substance abuse
October 14, 2019
The series was developed by Assistant Professor Jennifer Carroll in connection with her "Citizenship in Crisis" course.