NEWS
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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Global Perspective: Israel declares war on Hamas
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared war against the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas after a surprise attack killed hundreds of Israelis. The early morning assault on Saturday, Oct. 7, marks one of the largest escalations of conflict between Israel and Hamas in recent years. The terrorist group fired a barrage of rockets from Gaza and
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CAMPUS LIFE
Recipe Review: Oreo mug cake
For readers who frequent the foodie side of TikTok or Instagram, this next recipe might be a familiar one. With the rise of recipe-based social media accounts, many have found ingenious new ways to reimagine their favorite foods. One of these recipes is the Oreo mug cake, a quick, two-ingredient dessert perfect for dorm cooking.
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Movie Review: Don’t Worry Darling
If there’s one lesson to be taken from films like the 2022 movie “Don’t Worry Darling,” it’s to never take critic reviews to heart without giving the film a fair chance. Despite reports of rocky relationships between the actors during filming and subsequent poor reviews from film critics, many viewers were unsure what they were
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Outdoor Activity: The Wolf Sanctuary of PA
The Wolf Sanctuary of PA is celebrating their 40th year anniversary this month. The Wolf Sanctuary has spent the past 40 years dedicated to the conservation of wolves and debunking the misconceptions regarding wolves. The Wolf Sanctuary was officially founded by Bill and Barbara Darlington in 1980 after the change in Pennsylvania law, stating you
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SPORTS
Hershey Bears
The Hershey Bears earned a 2-1 win against the Charlotte Checkers in overtime on Saturday, Oct. 23 at Bojangles’ Coliseum. Defender Lucas Johansen scored the sudden-death overtime winner to lift the Bears. Also during the game, goaltender Zach Fucale stopped 27 of 28 Charlotte shots to backstop the Bears. After a scoreless first period, Charlotte
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Health and Fitness
As college students it can be difficult to find time to cook food with a busy schedule. However, dining hall food can get old very fast when it is all a student eats. The food in a dining hall is also not always the healthiest, although there are some healthy options. Cost effective, healthy and
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Women’s Field Hockey
On Saturday, Oct. 23, the Elizabethtown College women’s field hockey team faced off against Drew College at home. It was a total team effort from the Blue Jays to achieve a 2-0 shutout win over Drew on Senior Day. Senior Grace Hardy had a goal and an assist for Etown in the win. Etown celebrated
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FEATURES
Exploration, growth, and versatility in sophomore year
With the weighty expectations students face in their first, junior and senior years, it can be easy to disregard the importance of one’s sophomore year. The conception of the sophomore year as a time for taking things easy, without needing to deal with the adjustments of first year is extremely prevalent. Yet most experts consider
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Class of 2019 graduate to begin work on campus
After graduating from Elizabethtown College in May 2019, Zach Klinedinst will find himself back at Etown once more Sept. 16. “It’s the exact kind of position I’ve been looking for,” Klinedinst said about the marketing administrator position he applied for in the Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC). Klinedinst majored in mass communications. Before graduation,
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Reflections on Toni Morrison’s work and legacy
Toni Morrison will long be remembered in the literary zeitgeist for her creativity, her narrative voice and her tireless commitment to the uplifting of everyday black experiences. Aug. 5, 2019, she passed at the age of 88— leaving the world to grapple with her loss and reflect on her life’s impact. Journalist Rachel Kaadz Ghansah
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