NEWS
Global Perspective: Tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate
President Joe Biden ordered two airstrikes on military facilities belonging to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps and proxies in Syria early on Friday, Oct. 27. These measures were in retaliation for recent missile and drone attacks against American forces in Syria and Iraq. These airstrikes, carried out by two F-16 fighter jets, also intended to
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Business Buzz: Keeping enemies close, and friends closer
It has been 21 days since the war between Israel and Palestine began, and almost a year and a half since the war in Ukraine reached its boiling point. Since then, we have seen the power struggle between the three main powerhouses on the global stage. The U.S., Russia and China have begun moving their
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Pennsylvania Politics: A sit-down with professor of political science Dr. Fletcher McClellan
Professor of Political Science E. Fletcher McClellan has seen many different Pennsylvania political landscapes throughout his more than 40 year tenure as a professor at Elizabethtown College. One thing he doesn’t believe he’ll ever see is the state’s role in the national political landscape declining. “I think we’ll always be close to ground zero for
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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
Women’s soccer team beats River Hawks
On Wednesday, Nov. 3, the Elizabethtown College women’s soccer team traveled to Selinsgrove, Pa., where they outlasted Susquehanna University in a penalty shootout Wednesday night in the Landmark Conference Semifinal. The game was tied 2-2 after the regulation time was up. The Blue Jays beat the River Hawks 8-7 in penalties to advance to their
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Men’s wrestling team competes against Shippensburg University
On Nov. 3, the Elizabethtown College men’s wrestling team traveled to Shippensburg, Pa. to face off against Shippensburg University. Etown won nine of 10 matches to top Division II Shippensburg, 38 points to three points on Wednesday evening. With the win, the Blue Jays open the season with a record of one win and no
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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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FEATURES
“March for Our Lives” chapter officially approved on campus
Photo courtesy of unsplash.com Sophomore Jillian Nichols created the March for Our Lives (MFOL) Club at Elizabethtown College. According to MFOL, the organization was formed after the Feb. 14, 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. In March 2018, the first annual March for Our Lives was held, and it stirred up a great
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Student, faculty showcase creative writing
Photo by: Megan White In the late evening of Jan. 30, students, faculty and family gathered at Elizabethtown College in the Bowers Writers House for the first annual Duets – Creative Reading and Conversation. This event, sponsored by the Creative Writing program, formed an engaging and welcoming atmosphere while giving both a veteran and a
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Celebrating the life, legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Photo courtesy of Maddie Kauffman Monday, Jan. 20 was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day, and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. remains one of the most prominent and frequently discussed historical figures. MLK Day has only been observed nationally for 20 years. On the campus of Elizabethtown College, the observation of this
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