NEWS
Global Perspective: Tensions rise between Russia and Ukraine
On Monday, Feb. 21, the crisis at the border between Russia and Ukraine escalated to a new high. Russian officials claimed that they killed five Ukrainians who crossed the border to attack Russian troops. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba strongly denied these claims, stating in a tweet, “Ukraine did NOT: attack Donetsk of Luhansk, send
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Etown student helps solve cold case
Elizabethtown College student Eric Schubert has recently solved a nearly 60-year-old cold case. Schubert had used his knowledge and passion for genealogy to discover the killer of nine-year-old Marise Ann Chiverella. On March 18, 1964, Chiverella was on her way to school in Hazleton, Pa. when she was abducted. Later that day, her body was
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Senate votes on new amendments to decrease class representatives and start biweekly meetings
Student Senate met for their weekly meeting Thursday, Feb. 3 at 3:45 p.m. in Hoover 212. The meeting began with a special order for a report from Vice President for Enrollment Management John Campoli. Currently Elizabethtown College is 22 percent up in applications and 40 percent in applications compared to two years ago. The retention
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CAMPUS LIFE
Fall Festivities: Carving Pumpkins
The tradition of picking out pumpkins in my family has always stopped at painting. I grew up without carving a pumpkin as it was deemed too messy or too much of a hassle. However, just like that TikTok sound, being an adult, I have access to my own money and can buy a pumpkin and
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Horoscopes: What to Do This Weekend
Aquarius: This weekend is the perfect time to cleanse your environment, especially after the stress of midterms. Whether that be a deep clean of your space, digital detox or academic organization, getting rid of what no longer serves you will help you to feel more at ease in the long run. Pisces: It’s that time
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TV Review: Squid Game
One of Netflix’s newest shows “Squid Game” has become a worldwide sensation. Following its Sept. 17 release, the show became the first Korean drama to top Netflix’s global charts. The show starts off in black and white as Seong Gi-hun talks about a game he played in his childhood known as Squid Game. While Seong
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SPORTS
Men’s volleyball takes to their first away games, split over weekend
Photo by Jocelyn Kline In recent weeks, the Elizabethtown College men’s volleyball team has played against Messiah College, Cairn University, Misericordia University and D’Youville College. The first game against Messiah was held Tuesday, Jan. 28, and the Blue Jays took a 3-0 loss. Senior Nick Baxter continued to lead Etown with 11 kills. He was
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Men’s and women’s basketball both had successful games, brought home wins
Photos by: Jocelyn Kline Wednesday, Jan. 29 the Elizabethtown College men’s and women’s basketball teams faced off against Juniata College. The women played at Etown while the men traveled to Juniata’s campus. Etown took home two wins. The men won by four points with a score of 49-45 and the women won by 15 points
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True Blue
Photo courtesy of Flickr Leading up to the second True Blue event where the Elizabethtown College women’s volleyball team will play against the Catholic University of America, the Blue Jays have been practicing hard and playing strong. The team currently has an overall record of 20-7 and hopes to gain another win in this game
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FEATURES
Dynamic professor receives award for dedication to mentoring
Whether it was in elementary, middle or high school, we have all been influenced by a teacher or mentor at least once in our lifetime. Every year, Elizabethtown College recognizes an influential professor who is devoted to teaching and mentoring with the Kreider Prize for Teaching Excellence. Professor of physics and engineering Dr. Kurt DeGoede
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Flu shots, healthy living reduce chances of falling ill this autumn
Fall is finally here, which means it is time for beautiful weather, pumpkin-flavored everything, Halloween and flu season. Flu season is especially devastating on college campuses for several reasons. First, college students are more susceptible to the flu and other illnesses than other populations. According to National Public Radio (NPR), “every year, about 1 in
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Professor explores J.K. Rowling’s depictions of adoptive families
Photos: Maddie Kauffman With Sept. 2018 marking the 20th anniversary of “Harry Potter’s” release in the United States, Elizabethtown College has been giving the beloved young adult (YA) fantasy series its due appreciation. Visiting assistant professor of English Dr. Tara Moore has played a significant role in the Harry Potter craze of the semester, as she
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