NEWS
Global Perspective: Thai prime minister’s party leads election as coalition talks loom
Voters in Thailand delivered a surprise boost to the conservative Bhumjaithai Party in a general election that reshapes the country’s political balance and strengthens forces aligned with the military and monarchy. As of early Monday local time, with more than 90% of polling stations reporting, unofficial results from Thailand’s Election Commission showed the party of
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Campus service opportunities blend civic learning, hands-on impact this spring
Two major service opportunities this spring, organized by the Center for Community and Civic Engagement, are giving students and the broader Elizabethtown College community ways to combine learning with hands-on impact, both regionally and globally. The CCCE coordinates volunteer and outreach initiatives for students, faculty and staff across the region and beyond. It partners with
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Business Buzz: Brands target global audience as Olympic marketing surges during 2026 Winter Games
The Olympic Winter Games are now underway in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, and brands are rolling out major marketing campaigns to capitalize on one of the world’s largest global audiences. The 19-day event is expected to draw hundreds of millions of viewers worldwide across television and digital platforms. That scale makes the Olympics a prime
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CAMPUS LIFE
Advice for First-Year Students: College is not as scary as it may seem
Being a first-year student in the college world is a very daunting role to take. You’re surrounded by new people who are trying to figure out the same thing that you are: how am I going to survive? You have to balance new people, new friendships, new freedom and new professors with their differing expectations.
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Farewell to Campus Life editor, Jillian Spiller
Jillian Spiller, a junior here at Elizabethtown College, started at The Etownian during her sophomore year, writing for the Features and Campus Life columns. It wasn’t long before her skill and potential was noticed and Spiller was asked to take on more responsibility. As an English secondary education major with a minor in creative writing
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College Living: Dorm hacks to make your life easier
Many alumni reminisce about college being one of the best times of their lives. However, there’s no hard feelings when you graduate and leave behind cramped dorms, roommate disagreements, communal bathrooms and countless items that were packed and never used. I look back on my first semester and wish I had a comprehensive list of
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SPORTS
Blue Jay wrestling continues to dominate with top-ranked wrestler
With 25 total points scored for Elizabethtown College at the D. Kenneth Ober Invitational, senior Ganon Smith moved to the top position in the nation for the 184 pound weight class. Smith led the way for four total first-place finishes for the team, including junior Justice Hockenberry, graduate student Will Davis and sophomore Sav Niewiadomy.
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46 for Mummert, Etown wins in double overtime
The Elizabethtown College women’s basketball team went on the road this past weekend against Haverford College for a non-conference matchup. The Blue Jays headed into their first road contest of the season with a 1-0 record, defeating Rowan University in a narrow home victory 58-55. Etown was up significantly against the Profs, however, a late
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Blue jay swim falls to Catholic in conference matchup
The men’s and women’s swim teams fought hard against the Catholic Cardinals, but ended up falling short. The Cardinals, whose men’s team is the returning conference champions and women’s team is the returning conference runner-ups, is aiming for double champions at this year’s conference meet. Etown junior Katie Midura knew coming into this meet it
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FEATURES
ACL Tears in Collegiate Athletes: the critical role of perceived social support
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) connects the femur and the tibia in the knee joint and is a common site for injuries among athletes of all ages. These injuries can result from either contact or non-contact mechanisms and involve an irregular pivoting motion. They usually require extensive rehabilitation that takes nine to 12 months to
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Beyond the Microscope: Dr. Jane Cavender reflects on 32 years of teaching, growth and gratitude
For over three decades, Dr. Jane Cavender has been a cornerstone of Elizabethtown College’s Biology Department. Known for her high standards, her deep care for students and a laugh that can brighten a room, Cavender has shaped not just future scientists, but lifelong learners. Now, as she reflects on her final semester before retirement, she
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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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