Articles by Owen Covington
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Sustainable sanitation: How Elon researchers are working to reinvent the toilet
November 17, 2017
A team of Elon researchers is working to develop an efficient and effective way for communities in the developing world to help combat water, sanitation hygiene problems.
ELON POLL: One in three in N.C. impacted by opioid addiction crisis
November 16, 2017
The most recent survey by the Elon University Poll also asked about local resources to address the crisis, whether it’s a criminal or medical problem and whether the crisis is getting enough attention.
Elon prepares to take on James Madison for CAA football title
November 15, 2017
The Elon Phoenix will host top-ranked James Madison University at Rhodes Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, at noon, with selections for the NCAA FCS playoffs to take place on Sunday. Want to attend a playoff game? Find more information here.
5th annual Underserved Populations Symposium explores empathy
November 14, 2017
The annual Department of Physician Assistant Studies symposium focused on medical improvisation, design thinking and empathy.
Pugh, Copeland honored as Distinguished University Professors
November 14, 2017
Jeffrey C. Pugh, Maude Sharpe Powell Professor of Religious Studies, and David A. Copeland, A.J. Fletcher Professor and professor of communications, were formally awarded the Distinguished University Professorship at a special investiture ceremony on Nov. 13.
Scholars’ Table event fosters student discussions about global research
November 14, 2017
A panel presentation from student researchers and round table discussions over a shared meal allowed students to talk about undergraduate research.
ELON POLL: N.C. voters say Russia investigation is ‘serious matter’ and will reveal more criminal activity
November 14, 2017
The most recent statewide survey also asked about media bias, the support of N.C. senators for President Trump, and the potential for a nuclear attack during the next year by the U.S. or North Korea.
In My Words: Don’t just thank veterans. Get to know them.
November 13, 2017
Greg Hlavaty, lecturer in English, writes in this column for the Elon University Writers Syndicate about his experience with veterans and realizing that the loneliness they may feel can be just as damaging as physical injuries.
Elon pays tribute to those who served in Veterans Day Observance
November 10, 2017
The event in LaRose Digital Theatre in the Koury Business Center offered a chance to say thank you to veterans who are part of the Elon community.
Lumen Scholar learns to adapt as she explores community health care in Uganda
November 10, 2017
Elon Lumen Scholar Samantha Perry ’18 is researching the challenges that Village Health Team volunteers face in delivering health care in Uganda.