NEWS
Integrating Controversy: How will AI integration affect the classroom?
If there ever was a hot topic of this generation—and there have been many—then the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is king among them. After years of movies and novels prophesying doom to come off the backs of the creation of machines that can think for themselves, the public is conditioned to be skeptical
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Sock & Buskin announces benefit in Jo Russo’s honor
Joseph ‘Jo’ Russo was beloved by many on campus, and touched the hearts of students and staff alike during his time at Elizabethtown College. In his passing, communities and people were brought together. His memorial service at the College illuminated his impact, as individual after individual came up and told their stories and experiences with
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Global Perspective: Attack contributes to growing conflict in Chad
The central African state of Chad was rocked by an attack on its National Security Agency (ANSE) on Wednesday, Feb. 28. Several people were killed in the shootout. In retaliation, the government arrested and killed some oppositionists who they claimed were behind the attack, including 49-year-old Yaya Dillo, the leader of Chad’s Socialist Party without
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CAMPUS LIFE
Internship Spotlight: Matt Sutton’s experience teaching code to teenagers
Over the summer, senior computer science major Matt Sutton had a six-week internship at All Star Code, teaching young men of color skills in computer science and coding. This community outreach program is made possible through the Steinman Foundation’s relationship with All Star Code, which allows computer science majors to get an introduction to the
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Horoscopes: What piece of stereotypical dorm decor are you based on your zodiac sign?
Shopping for your college dorm is arguably the most fun of back-to-school shopping! However, when we’re all using the same Pinterest pictures for our inspiration, we tend to have some of the same decor. So, it’s time to learn what stereotypical piece of dorm decor you are based on your zodiac sign. Don’t forget to
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Activity Review: Touring the Indian Echo Caverns
There are a wide range of activities to be found in the area surrounding Elizabethtown College, so this week, a friend and I visited the Indian Echo Caverns located in Hummelstown, Pa., a roughly 20-minute drive from campus. The 440 million-year-old limestone caverns are currently owned by Echo Dell, a company that offers group tours
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SPORTS
Athlete of the Week: Ava Whisten
Sophomore business administration major Ava Whisten plays offense for the Elizabethtown College women’s soccer team. Whisten has spent the last 15 years of her life playing the game she adores,which is almost all of her life. She had a natural interest in soccer and started playing at a very young age. “I’ve been passionate about
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Athlete of the Week: Kambrie Hepler
Following some exciting matches this week, junior libero Kambrie Hepler has been named Athlete of the Week for Elizabethtown College Athletics as part of the women’s volleyball team. She led the Blue Jays with a career high in aces with eight against Sarah Lawrence College. Hepler delivered a strong performance in that match as they
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Etown’s annual Marshmallow Game ends in unfortunate outcome
Elizabethtown College’s annual Marshmallow Game ended in a 3-0 win for the Messiah College Falcons on Wednesday, Sept. 22 on Herr Field at Etown. After a long night of both teams being pelted with marshmallows, Messiah took home the win. This win for Messiah moves them to 6-0-1 on the season. For the Blue Jays,
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FEATURES
Liberian Civil War survivor shares her story at Bowers House
To pass through this area, go over the hill. There, you’ll find the rebels. Don’t ask what they look like. You’ll know them when you see them. They may be wearing wedding dresses. They aren’t crossdressers. They’re showing off the fact that they’ve stolen the best of Liberia. They will make you walk through a
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Ambassador-in-Residence presents on crisis in Myanmar
The Elizabethtown College Center for Global Understanding and Peacemaking (CGUP) held its most recent U.S. foreign policy leadership session Wednesday, March 17. CGUP grew from a generous grant by Judy and Paul Ware and has since worked to provide a focus on the importance of international affairs and how they affect everyday life. This includes
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Presenter implores students to consider Beyoncé as an example of leadership, feminism
March 11, the Elizabethtown College Office of Diversity, Inclusivity and Title IX sponsored the webinar “Leadership Lessons from Beyoncé,” presented by Amber Hurt. Hurt is the Director of Student Engagement and Community Programs at Notre Dame of Maryland University. She is also the creator of “The Adulting Queen,” her blog and business she started in
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