Articles by Eric Townsend
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'Be instruments of peace'
November 15, 2015
The campus community remembered the victims of a terrorist attack in Paris in a Sunday vigil in which university leaders challenged Elon students to make a difference in the world by committing to lives of compassion and kindness.
New book brings to life Judaism's 'Elder of Kelm'
November 13, 2015
"Sharing the Burden: Rabbi Simhah Zissel Ziv and the Path of Musar" by Assistant Professor Geoffrey Claussen recounts the life of a 19th century Jewish leader who greatly influenced a movement focused on the development of human character.
Elon student-athlete remembered for big heart & bright smile
November 12, 2015
The university community shared memories Thursday afternoon of Demitri Allison, a wide receiver on the Elon Phoenix football team, and began the healing process that follows the sudden loss of a loved one.
Elon alumna's nonprofit honored with two national awards
November 12, 2015
Elon University graduate Yasmine Arrington '15 has been awarded two national prizes for her work with ScholarCHIPS, a nonprofit she founded in 2010 to provide scholarships to high school students of incarcerated parents.
Elon/RTI study: Traditional school calendars can give home prices a boost
November 11, 2015
Assistant Professor Katy Rouse co-authored a new report that found a small price premium for residential real estate in Wake County, North Carolina, when children attend schools that teach from late August through mid June.
Showing gratitude to those who served
November 11, 2015
Elon University’s annual Veterans Day Observance on Wednesday recognized former soldiers and sailors – as well as their families and friends – whose sacrifices have preserved the freedoms enjoyed by those who make the United States their home.
Elon senior Noah Sakin honored for community service
November 10, 2015
The human service studies major from Baltimore has received a 2015 Community Impact Award from North Carolina Campus Compact.
'Festival of Lights' brightens Numen Lumen Pavilion
November 10, 2015
The Elon community gathered Nov. 9 to celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali in the McBride Gathering Space of the Numen Lumen Pavilion.
Elon University's Veterans Day Observance – Nov. 11
November 10, 2015
An annual campus program in the LaRose Digital Theatre will pay tribute to the men and women who served in uniform for the United States of America.