NEWS
2023 class gift changes from ramp to endowment fund
In accordance with an Instagram post made by the Class of 2023 on April 10, the gift that the class was set to give Elizabethtown College upon their graduation has been changed. Prior to the change, the gift was to be a permanent disability ramp for the Dell, but will now be an endowment fund
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Today’s Technology: Robotic dogs rejoin the NYPD
In an effort to combat crime, two robotic dogs called Digidogs have rejoined the New York Police Department (NYPD) after a hiatus of almost two years. On Tuesday, April 11, city officials held a press conference announcing the plans and the specific details. “To safeguard our modern city in a forward-looking world, it is essential
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Pennsylvania Politics: The 2024 Senate race begins
On Monday, April 10, Democratic Senator Bob Casey Jr. announced that he will be running for re-election in 2024, seeking a fourth term. This decision marks the beginning of a likely competitive and expensive 2024 PA Senate race. “Folks, I’m running for re-election,” Casey wrote on Twitter. “There’s still more work to do to cut
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CAMPUS LIFE
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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Movie Review: Scream
Sidney Prescott, played by Neve Campbell, is the final girl and star of the classic horror movie “Scream.” While she portrays some moments that have you yelling at the screen for her to run the other direction, she eventually turns into a hardcore star for the audience to love. There are a lot of other
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Horoscopes: Fall traditions
Fall is here, and with it comes all the staples of the season. From knitted sweaters to the smell of crisp leaves, certain things resurface with the beloved season. So, which fall staple aligns with your sign? Use your sun, moon and rising signs for the most well-rounded reading! Aquarius- Oh Aquarius, I know you
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SPORTS
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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Women’s Volleyball
Friday, Sept. 3, the Elizabethtown College women’s volleyball team opened the 2021 season with a split, falling to Dickinson College and topping Rowan University, at the Battlefield Classic hosted by Gettysburg College. The games started with a game against the Dickenson Red Devils. Dickinson won the first set 25-15, but in the second set, the
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Sports Returning: Fall 2021
Students and student athletes alike are excited about sports returning in full swing this fall at Elizabethtown College. In the spring 2021 semester, sports did take place, but things were a little different with COVID-19 restrictions. The NCAA restricted the number of spectators that could attend a game or did not allow them at all.
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FEATURES
Statistics, thoughts on Etown Jays app after first semester of use
The E-town Jays app is a relatively new addition to the lives of Elizabethtown College students, faculty and staff, prospective students and visitors. The app has many different “tiles” that contain information about aspects of student life and the campus in general, such as service, clubs & organizations and residence life. It also has a
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Vaccination controversy leads to debate, nationwide outbreaks
Elizabethtown College’s immunization policy dictates that all first-year and transfer students be vaccinated prior to matriculation against a battery of contagious and life-threatening illnesses. To attend the College, documentation must be provided to establish that a student has received two doses of the measles, mumps and rubella shot; two doses of the chickenpox shot or
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Thrifting, upcycling good for environment, for self-expression
What once may have been counterculture or even made fun of is making its way into the mainstream culture. Thrifting, or buying clothing and other items secondhand, has seen an increase in popularity in recent years. According to Bustle, the millennial generation thrift more than any other generation, although they are also more likely to
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