NEWS
Hello Kitty’s global rebrand is more than just cute
When Hello Kitty shows up at a Formula One race, it’s fair to say the brand has entered a new era. At this year’s Formula One Academy finale in Las Vegas, Sanrio’s global icon will appear on helmets, merchandise and even a “Hello Kitty Grandstand.” The collaboration marks the first time the all-female racing series
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AI regulation takes center stage as world leaders convene at APEC Summit
On Nov. 1, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) held a meeting among many of its 21 member states, notably excluding the United States. APEC and its members serve to increase trade among nations and promote cooperation in burgeoning industries. Of note at this latest summit was the seemingly exponential growth of the AI and chip
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Elizabethtown College lecture series scheduled to begin Nov. 13
Every year Etown announces a line up of speakers to enlighten students on various topics. The college originally announced this academic year’s presenters at the beginning of the fall semester, and now the first of the lectures is set to begin. Monique Coleman, award-winning actress famous for her role as Taylor McKessie in Disney’s High
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CAMPUS LIFE
Alumni Feature: Ellie Strickler
Elizabethtown College tries to keep its students feeling valued and seen, even after they graduate. The college will reach out to alumni, host events and plan reunions. Though these measures are great, sometimes the right opportunity will bring back a Blue Jay. Ellie Strickler is one Blue Jay who still loves Etown today. Strickler graduated
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Hotdogs: Sandwich or Imposter?
Among the classic dishes that come to mind when you hear the word, American or BBQ, hotdogs are one of the first. Hotdogs are the king of customization, you can eat them with or without a bun, ketchup, mustard, sauerkraut, fried onions and some other odd options, such as, chili, bacon and cheese. However, when
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Taylor Swift: The showgirl we’ve been waiting for?
On Oct. 3, pop juggernaut Taylor Swift released her 12th studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” capping off an era of her career unmatched in sales, content and popularity by any of her contemporaries. Teased relentlessly since the lukewarm discography B-sides project “Midnights,” the album was expected to be a return of prime pop
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SPORTS
Etown men’s soccer fall to Lycoming in tight Landmark Conference matchup
Elizabethtown College took on Lycoming College in men’s soccer this past weekend in a Landmark Conference matchup. For the men’s team, it was senior day and they were celebrated for all they do representing the blue and white. The Blue Jays came into the game after losing their last two games against ranked opponents in
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Elizabethtown Field Hockey Wins OT Thriller vs Lycoming
Elizabethtown College field hockey took on their Landmark Conference foe Lycoming College on Saturday, Oct. 18 on the road. The Blue Jays had recently come into playoff contention after defeating Catholic University on the road in a historic 5-1 win, defeating the Cardinals for the first time since 2016, when the Blue Jays won with
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World Series Preview – who will take the title home?
The final games of the MLB season are here and the seven game series between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers will determine who will win the World Series. Both teams had battled all season long to reach this point, however, the one final test starting in Toronto on Friday, Oct. 24
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FEATURES
Etown does pride with GSA run ‘queeraoke’ event.
Elizabethtown College’s Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) hosted a ‘queeraoke’ event. This allowed students to come together and celebrate pride with an inclusive karaoke night. Queeraoke was held on Friday, April 11 in the Gibble Auditorium from 7 p.m to 9 p.m. While the crowd was small, the singing never ceased. This event was organized by
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Jami Attenberg: Choose to Write
On April 3, Elizabethtown College hosted New York Times bestselling author Jami Attenberg in Gibble auditorium for a talk, question and answer session, and book signing. The charismatic New Orleans resident is the author of seven books of fiction, a memoir titled “I Came All This Way to Meet You,” and the USA Today bestselling
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Etown’s Campus Drag Show Delivers Dazzling Night of Celebration
On the evening of April 5, Elizabethtown College transformed into a stage of color, charisma and celebration as the Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) and the Office of Civil Rights, Opportunity, and Access hosted the annual Campus Drag Show. Held in Gibble Auditorium at 8:30 p.m., the high-energy event lived up to its promises of
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