NEWS
PA Politics: Shapiro navigates stormy Pennsylvania skies
Eyeing a potential 2028 presidential run, Pennsylvania’s governor has had to navigate a few unexpected hurdles in the way. Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, recently experienced another trial in his rookie year as Pennsylvania’s governor, even as his approval rating rocketed to more than 60%, according to a poll from the conservative Commonwealth Foundation. On
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FAFSA process simplified, may provide more funding
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) rolls around each year for American college students, and each year it seems to be a little different. All students who wish to apply for federal, state and institutional financial aid must apply. This year, the process includes a new system that could make it easier for
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The 30th Annual ‘Into the Streets’ and how to get involved
Volunteering is a cornerstone of Elizabethtown College, as it encapsulates the motto of “Educate for Service” and puts the students into a community that they might otherwise not be able to engage with. The College provides unique opportunities to serve throughout the year to encourage students to spread their resources to those who are more
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CAMPUS LIFE
Students of Etown: Mahli Rupp
This week, get to know Mahli Rupp, a junior English major with a concentration in professional writing. Rupp knew she wanted to pursue English as her major, but then decided to pursue the concentration in professional writing after she realized how many opportunities it could bring. “Professional writing enables me for almost any place that
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Movie Review: The Hatchet-Wielding Hitchhiker
True crime documentaries are gruesome, yet for many viewers they provide an irresistible source of entertainment. Recently, a new documentary on Netflix has gained attention as the latest in the true crime genre to bring to light an intriguing, twisted story. “The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker” recounts the bizarre story of a homeless man, Kai, and
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Job Spotlight: A circulation desk worker’s typical shift
As the new semester begins, you might find yourself in Elizabethtown College’s wonderful High Library. In the library, there are many dedicated individuals who make sure everything is taken care of. One of these individuals is Kyla Carpenter, a Circulation Desk Worker. Carpenter is a sophomore psychology major with a women and gender studies minor.
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SPORTS
Blue Jays compete in Landmark Conference championship game
On Tuesday, Nov. 2 in Madison, N.J., the Elizabethtown College men’s soccer team traveled to face off against Drew College in the Landmark Conference championship game. Etown fell to Drew 2-1 in a fierce double overtime Tuesday night in the Landmark Conference. The Blue Jays finish the season with nine wins, six losses and two
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Athlete of the Week: Grant Kuhn
In elementary school through sixth grade sophomore Grant Kuhn didn’t participate in any sports. In seventh grade, he began running for his school’s cross country and track teams because he wanted to participate in a sport. Ever since, Kuhn has run cross country every fall and track every spring. Like other cross country and track
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Women’s Soccer
On Saturday, Oct. 30, the Elizabethtown College women’s soccer team faced off against Scranton University at Ira R. Herr Field in Elizabethtown, Pa. Etown was the first opponent to score twice on 17th-ranked Scranton this season in the final game of the regular season. First year Marissa Vandernick and sophomore Sydney Reich scored goals for
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FEATURES
Alum in politics series: Representative Martina White
Photo courtesy of unsplash.com Martina White graduated from Elizabethtown College in 2010, and she currently serves as a State Representative for Pennsylvania’s 170th Legislative District. Before her election to public office in 2015, White worked as a financial advisor. Having graduated from Etown with a B.S. in Business Administration and dual focuses in finance and
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Gender diversity in music explored in women’s recital
Photo courtesy of Maura Longenecker Monday, Feb. 24 the music department of Elizabethtown College hosted a Women Composers Concert. The event took place in Zug Recital Hall and was a full house. The program included had piano, flutes, clarinets, saxophones and singers at different times. Crew members worked quickly when the lights were low to
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Student ingenuity emphasized in 24-Hour Play Festival
Photo courtesy of unsplash.com The average play that you’d see in a theatre rehearses for two to three months and puts on performances for two weeks that strive for perfection. The average play in the Elizabethtown College 24-Hour Play Festival rehearses for one hour and performs one night only. The Festival took place from 7
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