NEWS
Destruction of property on campus: Student response
As of late, there have been a series of incidents of destruction of property on the Elizabethtown College campus. Most notably, on Saturday, Feb. 18, unknown individual(s) broke the pool table in Ober Residence Hall, following the disappearance of the Mona Lisa puzzle in Founders Residence Hall. Investigation into these incidents has been ostensibly inconclusive
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Today’s Technology: A Supreme Court case that could reshape the internet
On Tuesday, Feb. 21, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments for Gonzalez v. Google LLC—a case that may set new parameters for interpreting Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. This case centers around the scope of Section 230, questioning if the law “immunizes interactive computer services when they make targeted recommendations of information provided
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Decision could change future of PA public schools: William Penn School District vs. the Pennsylvania Department of Education
In the final installment of a three-part series on Pennsylvania State Government, we look at a recent Commonwealth Court case that has the potential to radically change state funding for public schools across Pennsylvania. On Feb. 7, 2023, Commonwealth Court Judge Renée Cohn Jubelirer ruled in the case of William Penn School District vs. the
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CAMPUS LIFE
Recipe Review: Breakfast egg scramble
When thinking about what to have for breakfast, scrambled eggs naturally come to mind for many. However, for those used to cooking this classic dish in a fully equipped kitchen, it may be surprising to find out this meal can be made in a college dorm setting! With only a microwave and a mug, any
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Outdoor Activity: Hiking on Chickies’ Rock County Park
Autumn is one of the best times to go out for a hike and appreciate nature. One great place to hike is Chickies’ Rock County Park in Columbia, Pa. This park is just a short 15-minute drive away from campus, with views well worth the trip. Resting right between the boroughs of Marietta and Columbia,
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Horoscopes: Which “Midnights (3am Edition)” song are you?
Let’s be honest—the Venn diagram of people who read these horoscopes and Taylor Swift fans is a circle. So, what better way to celebrate blondie’s newest release than to dissect them astrologically? Read below to see which “Midnights (3am Edition)” song your sign embodies. Use your sun, moon and rising signs for the most well-rounded
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SPORTS
Iron Jay Challenge and DeArment Challenge
The Iron Jay is back! For those that don’t know what the Iron Jay Challenge is, it is a fitness challenge that happens annually at Elizabethtown College. It began in 2012, and according to Director of the Bowers Center for Sports, Fitness and Well-being Whitney Crull, the Iron Jay can be best described as “a
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New Assistant Wrestling Coach – Caleb Warner
Elizabethtown College recently hired Assistant Wrestling Coach Caleb Warner. Warner started working for the College on Monday, Oct. 4. What makes Warner’s position unique is the fact that he is also attending Etown as a student to receive his master’s in business administration. He previously attended Millersville University for Robotics and Control System Engineering and
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Men’s Soccer
On Friday, October 9 in Huntingdon, Pa., the Elizabethtown College men’s soccer team faced off against the Juniata College Eagles. The Blue Jays remain undefeated in Landmark Conference play, topping Juniata, 3-0. With the win, the Blue Jays’ record improves to eight wins, two losses and one tie overall. They have three wins with no
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FEATURES
Sports editor finds future industry
Photo courtesy of Megan White November 9, 2015, I received my acceptance letter to Elizabethtown College and started thinking about the journey I would be taking in a few months. Honestly, back then I had no idea the ups and downs and challenges and growth I would experience in the coming four years at Etown.
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Senior Class President addresses Class of 2020
Photo courtesy of Maggie Fix As a lot of family and friends have reminded us, this was not the end of our time at Elizabethtown College we originally imagined. It is truly a loss that we should all mourn. However, instead of talking about what we missed out on, I want to celebrate the unique
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The Unexpected: Senior Year Cut Short
Photo courtesy of Unsplash The morning of Friday March 13, 2020, Elizabethtown College stood still. Any other morning, students would fill the campus, moving between academic buildings and gathering areas, anticipating the approaching weekend. Today, however, classes were cancelled, as the College had decided to send students home and move to online learning until April
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