NEWS
Minneapolis shootings spur partial government shutdown
The controversy surrounding the two fatal shootings of two anti-ICE protestors in Minneapolis by agents of Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) impacted decisions made by Congress surrounding funding for major departments, resulting in one brief, partial government shutdown and teeing up the potential for another. Amidst existing backlash to President
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Global Perspective: Thai prime minister’s party leads election as coalition talks loom
Voters in Thailand delivered a surprise boost to the conservative Bhumjaithai Party in a general election that reshapes the country’s political balance and strengthens forces aligned with the military and monarchy. As of early Monday local time, with more than 90% of polling stations reporting, unofficial results from Thailand’s Election Commission showed the party of
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Campus service opportunities blend civic learning, hands-on impact this spring
Two major service opportunities this spring, organized by the Center for Community and Civic Engagement, are giving students and the broader Elizabethtown College community ways to combine learning with hands-on impact, both regionally and globally. The CCCE coordinates volunteer and outreach initiatives for students, faculty and staff across the region and beyond. It partners with
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CAMPUS LIFE
Student Feature: Chris Mensah
Elizabethtown College houses tons of unique people and personalities, and it can be challenging to find the time to meet them all. This week I would like to introduce Chris Mensah, a third-year computer engineering major here at Etown. Mensah came to Etown for a multitude of reasons, from the instate tuition to the personable
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Media Review: Falling in love with rom-coms
For many, Valentine’s Day is a day of love. Whether that be with friends, family, a significant other or even a pet, it is a day to show love to those you hold dearly in your heart. There are many things that correspond with Valentine’s Day: from a nice, fancy dinner to chocolate and flowers.
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Debate of the Week: Candy or Flowers for Valentine’s Day?
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, students at Elizabethtown College weighed in on a classic question: what makes a better gift, flowers or chocolate? While both gifts are commonly associated with the holiday, students who were asked this week’s debate question expressed a strong preference for flowers, stating their longevity, beauty and emotional significance made
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SPORTS
NFL Coaching Changes: What they mean and how they will impact the organization
Ten out of 32 teams in the NFL were searching for head coaches after their seasons ended. That is 31% of the head coaches in the entire organization. As coaches have recently found themselves in a revolving door of jobs, the question is: will these new coaches stick around to see the end of the
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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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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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