NEWS
Etown College Republicans create a 9/11 tribute
On Sept. 11, many Elizabethtown College students may have noticed the multitude of flags placed around the central quad as part of the 9/11 memorial. However, there was more to this amazing memorial than many people may have seen. The flags and memorial service were organized by the Etown College Republicans on campus, with its
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Student Senate: Homecoming preparations begin
Student Senate met for their weekly meeting Thursday, Sept. 22 at 3:45 p.m. in Hoover 212. The meeting began with swearing in new Senators for the Class of 2026. Then, moving into administrative reports Dean of Students & Executive Director for College Diversity, Equity and Belonging Nichole Gonzalez announced the first desserts before dinner with
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Lack of full-time workers leads to lack of Jay Truck
There’s been a strange silence filling up the night air on weekends, taking up the space that was once occupied by a staple of the Elizabethtown College campus community—the Jay Truck. “It’s disappointing at best,” senior finance major Scott Walters said. “I really miss it. The food’s pretty good, and it’s nice to just have
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CAMPUS LIFE
Which Blue Bean drink should you try based on your zodiac?
Aquarius: Aquarius, you are the Toasted Vanilla Oat Milk Shaken Espresso. It is the new drink in town, and it is the life of the party, just like you. Be sure to check it out next time you stop by to get your caffeine fix. Pisces: Pisces, you are the Vanilla Bean Frappuccino. This is
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Upcoming Walking Tour: Catch up on History Club’s latest plans
Next Friday, March 25, the Elizabethtown College History Club will be hosting a tour, guided by Director of Special Programs and Prestigious Scholarships and Fellowships Jean-Paul Benowitz, of the Elizabethtown community. The tour will take students through some of the historic highlights of Etown, and as the sun sets the path will be lit by
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Concert Review: girl in red
One of the things I missed doing most during the pandemic is going to concerts. I had been to four of them pre-pandemic: Twenty One Pilots, Panic! At the Disco, Taylor Swift and Fall Out Boy. They are some of my best memories. There is nothing like screaming your favorite songs in a crowd full
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SPORTS
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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Rocky Balboa
In 1975, the heavyweight champion of the world, Apollo Creed, announces that he is hosting a fight to defend his title in Philadelphia, Pa. A few weeks before his flight, Creed is informed that his opponent cannot compete due to an injured hand. Creed decides not to cancel the fight, but instead, give a local
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FEATURES
Craftwork by local artisans to be sold at new maker’s market
Whirligig Unique Boutiques is a maker’s market type shop that is currently home to thirty different artisans, and more artisans (and their products) are coming! The shop is owned and operated by local resident Stacey Derck, who takes pride in the products that her shop sells, as well as the stories behind the people who
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Alum conducts work to assist first-generation college students
The Open Doors Education Group first opened its doors to first generation college students at the beginning of April. This group’s founder, president and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Ramon Rios, is an alum of Elizabethtown College and a few current students are helping out with the organization. This organization is based in Lancaster, and Rios
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Graduating senior staff says their “farewells” to the Etownian
Almost four years ago I walked into the Etownian news room and (at least it feels like) I never walked out. While I cannot speak for everyone, I know many of our seniors had similar experiences. The Etownian is where I found my true home at Etown, I found a family within my fellow writers
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