NEWS
Fall back…spring forward: The renewed debate over election day in Pa.
The 2024 Election will undoubtedly lead to division, anxiety and frustration for millions of Americans. The 2024 Primary Election is already creating issues for Pennsylvania legislators up for election themselves. Typically, the Primary Election in Pa. has mattered very little in presidential election years. With its primary typically the last week in April, Pa. is
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Marketplace introduces KITRO to track food waste
The Marketplace has invested in a futuristic system that will track and hopefully decrease food waste at Elizabethtown College. Around one-third of all food in the world goes to waste, which is an unfortunate–and preventable–part of modern society. The question is, what can we do to lower this number, at least in our own community?
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Global Perspective: Pro-democracy protests spread across Guatemala
Tens of thousands of pro-democratic protesters in Guatemala remain firm as demonstrators call for the resignation of Attorney General Maria Consuelo Porras, who suspended president-elect Bernardo Arevalo’s political party amid allegations of voter registration fraud. Protestors argue that Porras is attempting to undermine democracy by preventing the peaceful transition of presidential power set for Jan.
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CAMPUS LIFE
Activity Review: Exploring Conewago Recreation Trail
Just a short seven-minute drive away from campus sits the Conewago Recreation Trail, a five-mile trail just northwest of Elizabethtown. The trail, located between Route 230 and the Lebanon County Line, was acquired by the county in 1979. It connects to the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail and follows the Conewago Creek through scenic farmland and
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Students of Etown: Get to know Eric Schubert
Every student at Elizabethtown College has a story, and each individual has a wide variety of skills, interests and goals which make them unique. In this week’s Students of Etown, we get to know yet another talented student who has brought much to the table in his time at Etown College. Senior History major Eric
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Recipe Review: Try a quick new favorite with mason jar pancakes
Whether you love learning new recipes, or just need something to break up the monotony of your breakfast routine, this Mason Jar Blueberry Pancake recipe is a perfect thing to try. Imagine homemade pancakes, just in a jar! Just because you want something quick for breakfast, doesn’t mean you have to settle for something frozen
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SPORTS
Video Game Review: Wii Sports Resort Archery
“Wii Sports Resort” is a Nintendo Wii game that was released in the summer of 2009. This game is the sequel to Nintendo’s “Wii Sports” that was released three years prior. This collection of sports games is set on the fictional Wuhu Island and has 12 sports to choose from. One game from “Wii Sports
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LA Rams and Team Ruff win the bowl
The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals to win Superbowl LVI on Sunday, Feb. 13. The game went back and forth but ended with a three-point victory for the Rams, thanks to big games from Cooper Kupp, Matt Stafford and Aaron Donald. A first-quarter drive by the Rams that resulted in a 17-yard touchdown
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Keeping the heart beating
Your heart should beat, not take a beating. Here’s some ways you can keep your heart healthy! Have you ever taken time to wonder how you can be heart healthy, even when on campus? If you’re considering looking into ways to keep your heart beating strong, this will be able to provide some advice. An
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FEATURES
Virtual concert allows for remote engagement with arts, culture
On Thursday, Oct. 21 st at 7:30 p.m., Elizabethtown College’s Department of Music and Peacebuilding hosted a virtual concert showcasing American Samba band Os Clavelitos. Samba is a form of music that was created by Afro-Brazilians in Brazil and drew heavy inspiration from cultural expression of both West African and Brazilian folk music traditions. Samba
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Versatility, creativity showcased in printmaking display
How might an artist depict his experiences in the Vietnam War? How might another incorporate stamps of Spock from Star Trek into his work? The answers to these questions (and more) are on display as a part of the Elizabethtown College’s new art exhibit: “Print-Making an Impression.” Located at both the Hess Gallery in Zug
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Majors, Minors, and Co-Curricular Learning Fair
On Oct. 16, 2020, Elizabethtown College held their annual Majors, Minors and Co-Curricular Learning Fair. Though this event was different compared to previous years (being virtual due to COVID-19 guidelines), students still had the opportunities to learn about the various programs offered at the College. Any student could attend this service and received encouragement from
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