NEWS
Higher Education in Pennsylvania: A time of change in Pa.
On January 26, Governor Josh Shapiro made an announcement via press release that his administration plans to overhaul the higher education system in Pennsylvania in the coming future. According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the governor announced plans to reform the governing structure of PA’s state universities and community colleges, prioritizing keeping schools open despite demographic
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Students struggle for a seat at the table in the Marketplace
Kamryn Mengel, a first-year at Elizabethtown College, is on a meal plan, like many of her peers. The meal plan allows her to get unlimited meals at the marketplace. One day after her first-year seminar (FYS) roundtable, she decided to go eat, since she’d been busy the entire morning with classes. She couldn’t find a
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Business Buzz: Starbucks and the future of coffee
I don’t know about the rest of you, but I love coffee. It is always the best part of my week whenever my friends and I go out for coffee, and it has become an integrated part of my day. No other business has capitalized off of this love other than Starbucks. Still, they are
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CAMPUS LIFE
Students of Etown: Meet exercise science student Desiree George
For any Elizabethtown College student, thinking about the future can be overwhelming. However, those who take full advantage of their education and opportunities for experience often find themselves with a solid foundation to build upon after graduation. This week, hear from one talented, hardworking student who has used her undergraduate career to build a solid
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Recipe Review: Satisfying cravings with macaroni and cheese in a mug
This week, try making this Mac and Cheese in a Mug recipe! This easy recipe is perfect for late night study sessions, or when you’re just craving mac and cheese. Microwaveable Mac and Cheese is good, but try it in a mug instead! This recipe uses real cheese, instead of the mystery cheesy powder that
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Movie Review: Psychological horror with “Bodies Bodies Bodies”
Who knew the way to capture true human nature was through a seemingly harmless party game? In this new slasher film we get both the blood, guts and gore coupled with jumpscares, but also a deeper look into the human psyche. Within the first five minutes of the movie, the scene of the mansion, where
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SPORTS
Women’s basketball loses against Scranton
On Saturday, Feb. 12, the Elizabethtown College women’s basketball team faced off against the University of Scranton’s women’s basketball team. The game got off to a slow start but it turned into an eventful game in the fourth quarter, and Etown ultimately came up short against Scranton, with a final score of 64-55. Blue Jays
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Video Game Review: Wii Sports Resort Archery
“Wii Sports Resort” is a Nintendo Wii game that was released in the summer of 2009. This game is the sequel to Nintendo’s “Wii Sports” that was released three years prior. This collection of sports games is set on the fictional Wuhu Island and has 12 sports to choose from. One game from “Wii Sports
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LA Rams and Team Ruff win the bowl
The Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals to win Superbowl LVI on Sunday, Feb. 13. The game went back and forth but ended with a three-point victory for the Rams, thanks to big games from Cooper Kupp, Matt Stafford and Aaron Donald. A first-quarter drive by the Rams that resulted in a 17-yard touchdown
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FEATURES
Photo farewell: “the girl with the camera”
Photo courtesy of Megan White I knew I couldn’t avoid the cliché of the English major who dedicates their college career to the school newspaper, so I jumped right in my first week of school. I still remember walking around the activities fair and seeing the table for the Etownian, and as soon as I
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Senior staff writer reflects on Etown experience, the memories and friends made
Photo courtesy of Jamie Verrekia As I look back on my time at Elizabethtown College, I can definitely say it has become my home away from home. As a senior about to graduate, I will cherish all the memories I made during my four years at Etown. Coming into college I was more introverted but
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Sports editor finds future industry
Photo courtesy of Megan White November 9, 2015, I received my acceptance letter to Elizabethtown College and started thinking about the journey I would be taking in a few months. Honestly, back then I had no idea the ups and downs and challenges and growth I would experience in the coming four years at Etown.
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