NEWS
PA Politics: The Blizzard of Oz – Dr. Oz is running for Senate… who is he and can he weather the political storm?
Dr. Mehmet Oz may be best known for his syndicated “medical advice” morning show “The Dr. Oz Show” which has been on air since 2009. He is also well known for his New York Times Best Seller book “YOU: The Owner’s Manual” which chronicled how to live a healthier lifestyle. Oz and his celebrity persona
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04/07/21 Student Senate
Student Senate met for their weekly meeting Thursday, April 7 at 3:45 p.m. in Hoover 212. The meeting began with student comments and announcements where Class of 2025 President Isaac Kraenbring announced that the changes in regards to the end of year exam policy were passed. The issue they now face is how this policy
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Etown introduces new medical humanities minor
On Monday, April 5, Elizabethtown College was approved to offer a new minor aimed towards helping students wishing to work in the medical field. The College will begin to offer a minor in medical humanities for students who wish to go to medical school post-Etown. Medical humanities is a form of medical practice that looks
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CAMPUS LIFE
Meet Brandon Hecker and learn about his thoughts on his upcoming graduation plus what he does for fun
Despite Elizabethtown College being a small school compared to most of the colleges in the area, it is nearly impossible to know all of the students on campus. Each one of them has their own unique story on how they came to attend Etown, and it is important to know that each has value. One
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What place on campus are you based on your zodiac sign?
Aquarius: Aquarius, your thirst for knowledge can only mean one thing: you are the High Library. With four floors of things to explore and learn about, the High Library is the best place for you to discover new ideas. Pisces: Pisces, you are the Schlosser Residence Hall. Like Schlosser, you are also an old soul
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GSA announces first official logo
Elizabethtown College’s Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) recently announced their new logo. The logo became official on Jan. 25 of this year, and was announced on the club’s Instagram. This is the first time that the club has ever had a logo. GSA President Samhar Almomani shared his thoughts on this change, the process of
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SPORTS
Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali was born Jan. 17, 1942 in Louisville, Ky. His birth name was Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr, and he was a professional boxer. He was very accomplished, being the first boxer to win the world heavyweight championship three times, and successfully defended his title 19 times throughout his career. When Ali was 12 years
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Nick Pliny, SAAC representative
Recently, Elizabethtown College junior Nick Pliny was named the Landmark Conference Associate Member Representative for the NCAA Division III Student Athlete Advisory Committee. Nick Pliny is a two sport athlete at the College, playing on the men’s volleyball team and the men’s soccer team. This position requires student athlete feedback and for information to be
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Jackie Robinson
In 1947, history was made when Jackie Robinson, the first African American athlete to play Major League Baseball, stepped up to bat for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Jackie Robinson was born Jan. 31, 1919 in Cairo, Ga. He was the youngest of five children. Growing up, he attended John Muir High School in Pasadena, Ca. where
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FEATURES
Reflections on Toni Morrison’s work and legacy
Toni Morrison will long be remembered in the literary zeitgeist for her creativity, her narrative voice and her tireless commitment to the uplifting of everyday black experiences. Aug. 5, 2019, she passed at the age of 88— leaving the world to grapple with her loss and reflect on her life’s impact. Journalist Rachel Kaadz Ghansah
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Food allergies and sensitivities impact daily life
According to the Food Allergy Research & Education organization (FARE), “32 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.6 million children under age 18.” This number has been on the rise. As stated by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “food allergy in children increased by 50 percent between 1997 and 2011.” Food allergies and
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Student publishes poetry book examining society
Photo by: Megan White Junior Emmett Ferree published his first book Sept. 1 titled “Beeswax and Other Sticky Things.” The Amazon description says the book is “a critical examination of society and the difficult topics that nobody wants to talk about.” “It still doesn’t feel real,” Ferree said about being a published author. Ferree chose
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