Chronicle 58: "Searching for Dane Elkins"

Chronicle 58: "Searching for Dane Elkins"

Author: Nicole Turner September 18, 2023 Duration: 25:23
This episode is rated a 4 (on my Serious Crime Scale). The COVID-19 pandemic affected the mental health of college students at very rapid rates. Not only were they navigating the physical health effects of COVID and how it impacted themselves and their loved ones, but they were also having to abruptly adjust to a completely digital world. Just imagine being forced to take courses like statistics and chemistry and molecular biology in a solely online format. They were also forced to move out of their dorms and off campus, not knowing when they would be able to return to their personal belongings and the only “collegiate” atmosphere they knew at the time. The changes and the uncertainty dramatically affected their mental health. For example, depression reported among college students increased by nearly 50% after the start of pandemic, and one in five students reported experiencing suicidal thoughts. The person we’re gonna talk about today in this episode, Dane Elkins, is one of these statistics. He was a college student studying at the University of California-Santa Cruz. But in the spring of 2020, 21-year-old Dane decided he couldn’t do it anymore. The world of online learning just wasn’t his thing. He found himself unable to concentrate on his studies and he became withdrawn and depressed. So, Dane moved home for a short time before he suddenly went missing. One day, he was talking to his family and the next, he was just gone. Listen to this week's episode to hear Dane's story. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Nicole Turner has spent her career within the walls of academia, and now she brings that unique perspective to Campus Crime Chronicles. As both a professor and an administrator, she understands the complex ecosystem of a college campus-the rhythms of student life, the pressures, the closed communities, and the specific vulnerabilities that can exist. This podcast digs into cases that occur in these unique settings, from long-unsolved mysteries in campus libraries to modern-day digital crimes that spread through university networks. Each episode is built on meticulous research, examining not just the "what" of a crime, but the "why" these environments can become a backdrop for tragedy. You'll hear about cases that made national headlines alongside obscure incidents that reveal deeper systemic issues, all analyzed through Nicole's informed lens. The goal isn't just to recount events, but to explore the lasting impact on victims, families, and the very idea of a campus as a sanctuary. For anyone fascinated by true crime but weary of the same well-trodden stories, this series offers a distinct and thoughtful niche. Tune in for a compelling blend of investigative narrative and institutional insight, where every story begins at a place meant for learning.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT-December 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:59
I'm extending my break through the end of the year. But don't worry, Campus Crime Chronicles will return in January 2025. Until then, I want to wish all my listeners a very Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and peace in t…
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT-November 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:44
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Chronicle 87: "No Body, Still a Crime" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:43
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). In the summer of 1980, 18-year-old Gina Hall had just wrapped up her midterm exams at Radford University in Virginia. She was ready to unwind and celebrate, and she…
Chronicle 86: "A Tragic Accident" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:48
This episode is rated a 4 (on my Serious Crime Scale). On March 8, 2024, four buses filled with Delta Chi fraternity brothers from the University of Missouri arrived in Nashville, Tennessee, for a private event – the fra…
Chronicle 85: "UPDATE - Victim of a Narcissist" (Part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:53
Welcome to Part 2 of the UPDATED episode titled “Victim of a Narcissist.” In 2003, 20-year-old community college student Megan McDonald was brutally beaten and killed in a remote area of Orange County, New York. For over…
Chronicle 85: "UPDATE - Victim of a Narcissist" (Part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:27
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). In March of 2003, 20-year-old community college student Megan McDonald was severely beaten and murdered, and then her lifeless body was dumped in a remote area. Like…
Chronicle 84: "Obsession Leads to Murder" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:45
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). In 2004, the University of North Carolina – Wilmington was rocked to its core when, in a matter of only a few months, not one, but TWO female students were stalked a…
Chronicle 83: "Stalked by an Ex" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:47
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). When college student Christen Naujoks first met John Peck in Wilmington, North Carolina, she was swept off her feet by his Southern charm. But that charm soon turned…
Chronicle 82: "SOLVED - Murders in the Shenandoah" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:58
This episode is rated a 5 (on my Serious Crime Scale). In May of 1996, two women in their 20s took a vacation to the Shenandoah National Park, located in the state of Virginia, to embrace its beauty and enjoy the tranqui…
Chronicle 81: "A False Arrest" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:04
This episode is rated a 1 (on my Serious Crime Scale). It's the story of a freshman college football player and his encounter with two members of the Newton Police Department in Newton, Iowa. What began as a routine traf…