NEWS
StarRez: The innovative technology for Etown Res Life
StarRez is a software that streamlines the student housing process for higher education institutions. It has helped in managing over 3.5 million residents and has over 917,000 monthly users. Elizabethtown College students became aware of its usefulness when they received an email on Aug. 8 of this year from the Office of Housing and Residence
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The College implements new Diversity, Equity and Belonging Ambassador Program
As the new fall 2023 school year began, Elizabethtown College implemented a Diversity, Equity and Belonging (DEB) School Ambassadors initiative throughout campus, including each of the undergraduate schools. The warm environment of inclusivity encourages a sense of belongingness and validity for students, which allows them to prosper in their college community and academic career. DEB
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Global Perspective: U.S. vetoes UN resolution concerning Israel-Hamas war
The United States vetoed a United Nations (U.N.) resolution on Wednesday, Oct. 18, that would have condemned Hamas’ attack on Israel, called for humanitarian protection for people in Gaza and advocated for the release of Israeli hostages. Brazil proposed this resolution and gained the support of 12 of the 15 Security Council members. However, in
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CAMPUS LIFE
Activity Review: Diamond painting
For those of us who love art, but who suffer from a lack of creative talent and time to dedicate to such projects, it can be difficult to find fun, easy crafts to do. Especially as the semester moves forward and homework takes up more and more free time, creative projects can often get pushed
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Students of Etown: Meet Emily Morrissey
This week, get to know junior finance major Emily Morrissey! Morrissey loves learning about finance, but she originally thought she wanted to be an accounting major. She always had wanted to do something with business but wasn’t quite sure what. She decided that accounting wasn’t quite the right fit and due to her love of
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Recipe Review: Microwave potato soup
With finals week quickly approaching, it’s more important than ever to take care of ourselves during this stressful time. Not only are finals looming over our heads, but cold December weather is driving many of us indoors for longer periods of time. While it may be the season for cozy blankets and hot chocolate, it’s
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SPORTS
Mario and friends take to the golf course
A new game entitled “Mario Golf: Super Rush” was released on Friday, June 25. This golf game incorporates characters from the Super Mario World, including fan favorites such as Mario, Luigi, Toad, Yoshi and more. Playerscan even play as a Mii. The game was first announced on Wednesday, Feb. 17. It is the sixth installment
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Men’s cross country team participates in Landmark Conference Championships
On Saturday, Oct. 30, the Elizabethtown College men’s cross country team traveled to Bethlehem, Pa. to participate in the Landmark Conference Championships. The meet went well, however, the Blue Jays placed second to Moravian University’s Greyhounds in a tie breaker. Despite placing second, there were still plenty of highlights for the team. One of those
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Lancaster Barnstormers return to the field
The Lancaster Barnstormers and Clipper Magazine Stadium made a great comeback in 2021. People were back together at the stadium, enjoying Atlantic League Baseball. The ballpark, which was voted the best among the Major League Baseball Partner Leagues for the second straight year, was revived. Clipper Magazine Stadium’s main attraction, the Barnstormers, finished second out
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FEATURES
Students Stay Social While Social Distancing
Photo courtesy of Unsplash With our on-campus semester cut short, many Elizabethtown College students are asking themselves the same, new question: How do I stay social, and stay in touch with all of my friends from school? Sure, most students can utilize text messaging as an easy means of staying connected but messaging a friend
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St Patrick’s Day
Photo courtesy of Unsplash St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated by people all over the world regardless if people have Irish heritage or not. It is a day filled with celebrations and gatherings of all sorts, but this year the coronavirus has canceled everything. However, people all over the world found ways to enjoy the day.
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Artist Feature – Delaney Dammeyer
Photos courtesy of Delaney Dammeyer I’ve always been a hobbyist when it came to art, but I like pushing myself with it. I’ve been drawing obsessively since I was about five. It never really feels like something I want to do, but something I’m compelled to do. That’s not super romantic, but it’s how I
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