NEWS
We the People: Referendums, ballot initiatives and democracy in PA
As the 2023 off-year election season gets underway, it is important to take a look at the complex process of amending the Pennsylvania Constitution that occurs in nearly every off-year election cycle. In Pennsylvania, the state constitution can only be changed by constitutional amendment. Amendments are passed by a simple majority of the Pennsylvania General
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Social media on campus: OMC updates guidelines and Yik Yak controversy
Disclaimer from the Office of Marketing and Communications (OMC): “The College does not proactively engage on YikYak and the guidelines were not prompted by any social media incidents.” Social media is everywhere: from accounts associated with Elizabethtown College itself to anonymous messaging apps, social media pervades every facet of life here in the Etown community.
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ChatGPT: Plagiarism or the Future of Writing?
Artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots have come into the public’s eye in recent times and with that has come both scrutiny and favor. ChatGPT especially raised awareness as it was released by OpenAI. Countries have had a variety of responses with many threatening to ban it and Italy already doing so. However, that raises the question
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CAMPUS LIFE
Book Review: Ella Minnow Pea
For those who are looking to get away from the dry prose of textbooks or who are looking for a new and unique read, “Ella Minnow Pea” by Mark Dunn might be the next book to add to your reading list. Dunn tests the limits of language in an exciting, fresh way which keeps readers
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Students of Etown: Alexandra Bonicker
Meet Senior public relations and English professional writing major, Alexandra “Ally” Bonicker! Bonicker first began her journey to Elizabethtown College in her hometown of Kingsville, Md. While initially coming in undecided, she ultimately chose to pursue her interests in both writing and communications. “I knew I’d always been good at writing, and I liked English
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Weather Report: Chilly nights ahead
As we approach the halfway point for the month of October, cooler temperatures seem to be holding steady for the coming week. Perfect fall weather, with temperatures in the high fifties to mid-sixties, means perfect opportunities for classic fall adventures. Pumpkin patches, corn mazes and apple picking season is here, and the next few weeks
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SPORTS
Personal Health and Fitness for College Students
Being healthy and having success in one’s fitness journey can be difficult at times. It can be especially challenging for college students who are constantly dealing with rigorous schedules from classes, internships, jobs, clubs and social lives. However, there are countless benefits that come from a healthy lifestyle for college students. Benefits include improved mood
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Men’s Soccer
Saturday, Sept. 11, in Lancaster, Pa. the Elizabethtown College men’s soccer team fell to Franklin & Marshall College 1-0 in the annual battle for the Smith-Herr Boot. The annual “Battle of the Boot” began in 1977 and has been played each year since – aside from 2010 and 2020. The Smith-Herr Bronze Boot is a
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Athlete of the Week: Will Oberle
While lacrosse is a spring sport, the men’s team has been working hard during practice in preparation for the spring season and fall ball games. Sophomore goalie Will Oberle is a unique asset to the team because he is the only left-handed goalie on the roster. This is beneficial for the team when they play
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FEATURES
Senior Capstone Series: Recitals showcase talent, growth of music majors
Every year, senior Elizabethtown College music majors from all three branches of the department are required to perform a thirty-minute recital with their principle instrument, whether that be voice or a physical instrument. These recitals take the knowledge that students have acquired over four years and put it to use in front of an audience.
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Folk musician raises funds for global refugees with benefit concert
Sunday, Feb. 24, the Elizabethtown Church of the Brethren hosted a concert featuring Kristen Graves to support Church World Service’s refugee resettlement efforts. The event was organized by church member Pat McDonough. According to McDonough, there were 92 people in attendance and the event raised approximately $1,300. One hundred percent of those proceeds will be
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Counselor discusses aspects of healthy and unhealthy relationships
It’s hard to graduate college without making connections. Whether they’re in classes, clubs, or just walking around campus, students interact with each other on a regular basis; deeper relationships, both platonic and romantic, are bound to form. What is difficult, however, is forming and keeping relationships that will benefit students. In July of 2014, 18-year-old
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