NEWS
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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Business Buzz: Is there a bubble ready to burst?
This year, we have witnessed another war begin, mortgage rates rise to 8 percent and five of America’s largest banks lay off 20,000 workers. Economists have identified several bubbles creating economic hardships and how this could develop into an economic recession. One of these bubbles is our student loan debt crisis. Over two decades, around
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CAMPUS LIFE
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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Horoscopes: What’s your spring semester resolution?
Welcome back, Blue Jays! Since we’ve last spoken, we’ve entered into a new year (and Mercury’s made it out of retrograde), giving us an amazing opportunity to set goals and start fresh this new lap around the sun. So, will you be a new you in this new year? Or is your sign shooting for
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SPORTS
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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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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FEATURES
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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Club profile series: Geeking out with Anime Club
What is your name? Mercedes Geiger What is the name of your club? Anime Club What is your role within the club? I’m el presidente When did you first get involved in the club? I went to meetings in the first half of freshman year, then came back sophomore year with a
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Alumni outreach: Teachers for West Africa Program
Photos courtesy of Maura Longenecker The High Library Innovation Design Expression Art (IDEA) Lab opened the exhibit “A Decade of Service: The Teachers for West Africa Program (TWAP), 1962-1972” on Monday, Jan. 27. According to High Library Archivist Rachel Grove Rohrbaugh, the IDEA Lab is a space used for interactive exhibits and goes beyond the
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