NEWS
2026-2027 Learning Design Fellows Announced
Elizabethtown College’s Teaching and Learning Design Studio has announced its Learning Design Fellows for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Learning and Design Studio supports the efforts of faculty to improve teaching methods on campus. Fellows are given coaching and support to develop projects with the goal of having their finalized projects used by other faculty
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Today’s Tech: Time can go quantum, going both faster and slower at the same time
There are few concepts in physics that are mentioned as much as the concept of time. In the original theory of relativity proposed by Einstein, time is not an absolute value. The passage of time is dependent on motion and dependent on gravity, which could not be proven until recently. In a new theory, when
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PA Politics: Pennsylvania the site of important primary elections in fight for control of US House of Representatives
Primary elections are now less than one month away, and in Pennsylvania, control of the U.S. House of Representatives is on the line. Republicans currently control the House by a narrow margin, and in order to retain their majority in the November general elections, the May primary elections need to go their way. Every incumbent
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CAMPUS LIFE
Class Review: Digital Photography
If you’ve been debating what creative expression to take to finalize your core classes or are just wanting a fun elective, look no further than digital photography. For years, the class has held a special place in the hearts of Elizabethtown College’s students. It has given them a chance to exercise their creativity and dive
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Activity Review: Sticky note origami
Valentine’s Day is just one of the 365 days to show those special people in your life just how special they are. However, shopping for the perfect Valentine’s gift can be pricey. For those who want to show effort and dedication while on a budget, origami can be the perfect solution. Origami is the art
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Recipe Review: Microwave banana bread
If you’ve ever been in the dining hall and passed up bananas that have seen better days, maybe reconsider. Overripe, brown bananas are in perfect condition for banana bread. As bananas ripen, their starches convert into sugar. As your bread bakes, those natural sugars caramelize and create that rich dark brown color of the perfect
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SPORTS
Elizabethtown College men’s volleyball brings out the brooms against Cairn
Elizabethtown College’s men’s volleyball team took on the Cairn Highlanders this past week prior to the beginning of their in-conference play. The Blue Jays were due for a rematch against the Highlanders, as Etown cruised to a 3-0 victory as the starters rested for the second game in the tri-match. Cairn entered the game winless
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Elizabethtown College come back against Goucher
The Blue Jays men’s basketball team faced off against the Goucher Gophers on Saturday, Jan. 31, in a contest that began sluggishly but ultimately turned into a dramatic second-half showdown, as Elizabethtown erased a halftime deficit to secure a hard-fought victory on their home floor. The opening minutes reflected two teams still settling into rhythm,
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Blue Jays falls to Susquehanna in conference matchup
The Elizabethtown College Blue Jays women’s basketball team went on a road trip on Saturday, facing the Susquehanna University River Hawks in a Landmark Conference matchup. The last matchup between the two, the Blue Jays were able to pick up a narrow victory, edging out the River Hawks 59-56. Etown battled hard in the previous
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FEATURES
Etown students Glide Into the Streets
On Saturday, Oct. 18, Elizabethtown College held its annual Into the Streets Fall Day of Service. This was a great way for students to be able to give back to the community around them by volunteering at locations all around the area. The event, hosted by the Center for Community and Civic Engagement (CCCE), proved
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English Corner builds confidence through conversation
Every other Thursday night, the McCormick Classroom in the High Library fills with students who come together for one purpose: conversation. The program, called English Corner, is a space for practicing English in a relaxed setting. Sessions run biweekly on Thursdays at 7 p.m. and are open to all students. English Corner was created to
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Blue Jays test their knowledge at OSA Trivia Night
Trivia Nights are a beloved staple here at Etown. On Oct. 17 the Office of Student Activities (OSA) hosted the first trivia night of the fall semester in the Jay Lounge. ‘Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader’ was the theme for this trivia night. The night started at 8 p.m. and lasted roughly an
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