NEWS
Etown College Republicans create a 9/11 tribute
On Sept. 11, many Elizabethtown College students may have noticed the multitude of flags placed around the central quad as part of the 9/11 memorial. However, there was more to this amazing memorial than many people may have seen. The flags and memorial service were organized by the Etown College Republicans on campus, with its
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Student Senate: Homecoming preparations begin
Student Senate met for their weekly meeting Thursday, Sept. 22 at 3:45 p.m. in Hoover 212. The meeting began with swearing in new Senators for the Class of 2026. Then, moving into administrative reports Dean of Students & Executive Director for College Diversity, Equity and Belonging Nichole Gonzalez announced the first desserts before dinner with
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Lack of full-time workers leads to lack of Jay Truck
There’s been a strange silence filling up the night air on weekends, taking up the space that was once occupied by a staple of the Elizabethtown College campus community—the Jay Truck. “It’s disappointing at best,” senior finance major Scott Walters said. “I really miss it. The food’s pretty good, and it’s nice to just have
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CAMPUS LIFE
What TikTok trend are you based on your zodiac sign?
Aries: The trend for you, dear Aries, is the “Girlbossed too close to the sun.” With all your ambitions that sometimes don’t work, you probably have plenty of content for this trend. Taurus: Taurus, the perfect trend for you is the “I understood the assignment.” Your hardworking nature often leads to perfectionism which means you
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Easy to Make Dorm Recipes: How can you make cake in a microwave?
Microwaves are one of the greatest tools for college students: they rely on them to cook food, heat water and make snacks for movie nights. So, any recipe for college students has to be microwave-accessible. For any student with a sweet tooth, instant cake in a cup is an easy treat for a snack, dessert
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Concert Review: Twenty One Pilots Takeover Tour
Two years after Twenty One Pilots’ (TØP) last tour, the duo has finally returned to the stage with their newest music and lore. As a long time TØP fan, seeing the boys again in person for their new album “Scaled and Icy” was an incredible and emotional experience. TØP played three shows in their hometown
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SPORTS
Women’s lacrosse takes a tough loss in 2020 season-opening game at Widener
Photo: Etown Athletics Saturday, Feb. 22, the Elizabethtown College women’s lacrosse team opened their 2020 season away against Widener University. The Blue Jays took a 14-7 loss. Widener took an early lead of 5-0. With 8:23 left in the first half, junior Lexie Sharp made the first goal of the game for Etown. First-year Hannah
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Track and field athletes set some new personal records
Photo courtesy of unsplash.com Sunday, Feb. 16, the Elizabethtown College men’s and women’s track and field teams competed in the Albright Throws Meet hosted by Albright College in Reading, Pa. For the men’s team, sophomore Brian Price and senior Matthew Strubinger set new personal records in their respective events. Price beat his weight throw best
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Senior swimmer makes history, takes home gold in Championship
Photo courtesy of unsplash.com The Elizabethtown College men’s and women’s swimming teams had a busy weekend at the Landmark Conference Swimming and Diving Championships. The women’s team placed sixth with a total of 208 points by Sunday, Feb. 16. The Catholic University of America took first with a total of 814.5. Sophomore Marin Adams took
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FEATURES
Students ask philosophical questions, voice opinions at new club meetings
Elizabethtown College has over 80 clubs and organizations. Each club appeals to students’ specific interests. These interests may include dancing, singing, politics, religion, etc. With Etown being a smaller school, many students become involved in these clubs and organizations. Although, if there is not a club that fits your particular interest, one can be created.
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Counselor leaves the nest, takes ‘Educate for Service’ worldwide
It has been said that poor mental health is like a cinder block tied to one’s ankle, dragging victims into the earth’s deepest oceans of oblivion. Worldwide, universities are trying to find a cure for the raging epidemic that seems most prevalent within individuals in their teens to late twenties. Results indicate that campus health
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Students consider trade-offs of new Featherton Crossing Apartments
As of the Fall 2018 semester, Elizabethtown College is offering new off-campus housing for rising juniors and seniors at the Featherton Crossing Apartment complex in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. The apartments are located 1.8 miles from the College campus, and according to the Residence Life page on the College website, students are responsible for their own transportation.
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