Articles by Owen Covington
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In My Words: Desert islands are for shipwrecked castaways, not for 21st-century nations
July 10, 2019
In this column distributed by the Elon University Writers Syndicate, Professor of English Rosemary Haskell marks the 300th anniversary of the novel "Robinson Crusoe" and compares Crusoe's approach to his isolation and Western civilization with U.S. foreign policy decisions today. The column was published in the Greensboro News & Record.
FOX 8 features newest LEED-certified project in report on 'green' construction at Elon
July 9, 2019
The report by the local FOX affiliate highlighted the features at Richard W. Sankey Hall, which opened in 2018 and was recently certified as LEED silver.
Center for Engaged Learning seminar advances research about residential learning communities
July 9, 2019
The three-year seminar culminated this summer in a conference showcasing the latest findings about the impact residential learning communities have on the educational experience, mentorship and social connections.
Elon announces home football game times
July 9, 2019
Elon's 98th football season will commence in August, with the Phoenix hosting five regular-season games in Rhodes Stadium.
2020 Fiske Guide to Colleges highlights Elon's 'active, experiential learning'
July 8, 2019
The annual college guide features more than 300 of the nation's "best and most interesting" universities.
In My Words: Before WWI, the national anthem was star-spangled confusion
July 8, 2019
In this column distributed by the Elon University Writers Syndicate, Associate Professor of Communications Tom Nelson sheds light on the evolution of the national anthem during and after World War I. The column was published in the Greensboro News & Record.
Elon to honor Gerald Whittington Friday with extra staff holiday
July 2, 2019
At Staff Appreciation Day in May, President Connie Ledoux Book proclaimed Friday, July 5, 2019, "Gerald Whittington Day" in honor of the long-time Elon leader who his year moved into a new role as senior vice president and special assistant to the president.
Fieldwork, mentorship essential to South Indian research for Kathryn Gerry ‘20
July 1, 2019
Gerry is spending the summer capturing the narratives and realities of South Indian migrants and their communities as part of her research as a Multifaith Scholar.
Six student-athletes recognized as CAA Leadership and Sport Excellence Award winners
June 26, 2019
Elon against leads the conference in the number of students selected for the award which honors leadership, integrity, teamwork and sportsmanship on and off the field.
Carroll offers insights for article on N.C. opioid legislation
June 25, 2019
Jennifer Carroll, an assistant professor of anthropology, discussed the potential impact of legislation that if passed would criminalize "death by distribution."