NEWS
Today’s Tech: OpenAI unveils new ChatGPT features
Over the last week, Microsoft-backed company OpenAI unveiled three new features for its controversial artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, ChatGPT. First, on Monday, Sept. 25, the company shared voice and image capabilities for the platform. The voice update allows users to talk to ChatGPT and receive a response through a text-to-speech model. OpenAI partnered with professional
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Global Perspective: North Korea expels American soldier who willfully crossed the DMZ
The American soldier who willfully sprinted across the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in July was released into U.S. custody on Wednesday, Sept. 27. “U.S. officials have secured the return of Private Travis King from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK),” National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said in a statement. “We appreciate the dedication of
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Business Buzz: UAW goes up against America’s automaker royalty
The United Automotive Workers Union (UAW) officially went on strike on Sept 1.5, 2023. The strike started because the contracts between the union and the car companies recently expired, walking out over the inability to agree on significant issues such as increases to their current salaries and benefits. UAW is seeking a 40% wage increase
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CAMPUS LIFE
Local Activity: Midwinter ice skating
As the coldest temperatures of the year approach this month, it may be tempting to stay indoors and drink hot chocolate rather than go out on a new adventure. However, the dead of winter may actually provide the perfect ambiance for certain activities which can keep you active even in the cold. A perfect cold-weather
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Horoscopes: What advice do you need this Valentine’s Day?
With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, love is all throughout the air. Whether you spend the holiday with a partner, friend or even by yourself, there are thousands of ways to create and show love, affection and friendship in your life. So, how does your sign show love? Use your sun, moon and rising signs for
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Club Feature: Elizabethtown College Dance Team
For students at Elizabethtown College, a wide variety of clubs cater to a range of academic and extracurricular interests. Oftentimes, these clubs engage students in interesting, rewarding experiences which help them build skills, make friends and improve overall well-being. One club which does an excellent job in all these areas is the Elizabethtown College Dance
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SPORTS
Men’s Basketball
On Tuesday Nov. 9, in the Elizabethtown College Thompson Gym, the Etown men’s basketball team scored more than 100 points for the first time since the 2010-11 season, as the Blue Jays prevailed over Penn State Berks, 102-64. With the win, Etown starts the season with one win and no losses and the Nittany Lions
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Health and Fitness
Being active and exercising frequently are both important parts of a healthy and fit life. However, the proper diet can take one’s personal health and fitness to the next level. It is often said that weight loss starts in the kitchen. Meaning that just working out alone will not yield the best results but working
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Elizabethtown Men’s Swim Team beats Stevenson
The Elizabethtown College men’s swim team dominated the struggling Stevenson Mustangs on Saturday, Nov. 13, at Etown’s Alumni Pool. Etown won 10 of 13 events in a meet that ended 186-46. The men’s team improves to 3-2 on the year after the victory, while Stevenson moves down to 1-5. Etown won both of the relay
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FEATURES
Student Clubs are Adjusting to COVID-19 Regulations
Students, faculty and staff on and off campus are busy this fall finding creative solutions for problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the important elements of campus life that has been affected is club activities. How do clubs continue to enrich student life, while accounting for COVID-19 precautions and off-campus students? Student Senate
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Letter from the (Managing) Editor
Photo courtesy of Megan White Your first question, upon reading the title of this letter, may be, “What’s a managing editor?” Well, my friend, after a year in the role, I am still defining exactly what it means. I’ve served as liaison and emotional support person and idea generator and designated email sender and second-in-command
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Final Farewell: Editor-in-Chief
Photo courtesy of Megan White The time that I say goodbye to the Etownian is finally here. The past four years at Elizabethtown College have been especially humbling and I can honestly say that my favorite experiences have come from my time working with the Etownian. I have met so many incredible people, from artists,
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