NEWS
Business Buzz: Oil and shipping disruption threaten global markets as Iran conflict escalates
The rapidly escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran is sending shockwaves through global energy markets and supply chains, raising the risk of higher inflation and a potential global recession if disruptions persist. Oil prices have already surged as the conflict threatens shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow maritime passage through
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India AI summit introduces new player in AI race
A five-day international summit on artificial intelligence (AI) concluded on Feb. 20 in New Delhi, India, representing an important entrance of a developing nation into the global competition to develop and control AI capabilities. The AI Impact Summit had over 250,000 registered attendees and featured appearances from technology executives and representatives from national governments across
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Global Perspective: Tensions rise in the Horn of Africa
In January, Ethiopian authorities reported seizing thousands of rounds of ammunition allegedly sent by Eritrea to rebels in Ethiopia’s Amhara region. Eritrea denied these accusations, asserting that Ethiopia was fabricating incidents to justify potential military action. Eritrea’s Information Minister, Yemane Gebremeskel, accused the Ethiopian government of “floating false flags” in preparation for war. Subsequently, Eritrean
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CAMPUS LIFE
First Year Advice – Benefits of Involvement
Your first year of college will throw a variety of obstacles at you. One of the biggest decisions first years have ahead of them is choosing what extracurriculars to participate in. First-years find themselves with a variety of choices to make: what clubs to join, whether to get an on campus job, to join a
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Students of Etown: Kalen Tendo
Students can often be seen wandering campus in pajama pants and oversized hoodies. And eEvery once in a while, you’ll catch a student dressed to the nines. One of these students is Kalen Tendo, a junior legal studies major here at Elizabethtown College. Tendo is quite the busy body, having an impressive list of clubs
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Student Feature: Chris Mensah
Elizabethtown College houses tons of unique people and personalities, and it can be challenging to find the time to meet them all. This week I would like to introduce Chris Mensah, a third-year computer engineering major here at Etown. Mensah came to Etown for a multitude of reasons, from the instate tuition to the personable
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SPORTS
Swimming with type 1 diabetes
Elizabethtown College sophomore swimmer Marco Niosi checks his blood sugar after getting out of the water. Noticing that it is low, he rips open a packet of fruit snacks to raise his blood sugar. To some people this would be a big deal, but to Niosi, it’s just another day. “It’s really just a major
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Blue Jays defeat Wilkes, snap 3 game losing streak
On Friday, March 27, the Elizabethtown College Blue Jays faced off against the Wilkes Colonels in what would prove to be a defining matchup for Etown. What began as a competitive contest quickly turned into a showcase of the Blue Jays’ discipline, energy, and ability to capitalize on momentum. After several close early points, Elizabethtown
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Elizabethtown College takes care of business against Goucher
The Elizabethtown College Women’s Basketball team took on the Goucher Gophers at home on Saturday for a Landmark Conference matchup. Etown had been coming off a big win the previous game against Moravian and hoped to continue their momentum heading into their next conference contest. The Blue Jays were able to take down Goucher in
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FEATURES
Etown community gathers for suicide prevention week
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. According to the Jed Foundation for Mental Health, about 12.2% of adults aged 18-24 have reported dealing with suicidal thoughts over the past year. Now more than ever, it is important to do what is necessary to advocate for mental health and suicide prevention. Over the week of Sept.
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Past the news desk and into the classroom
Matt Barcaro, also known as Professor Barcaro, lives a double life as an adjunct journalism professor at Elizabethtown College and a morning news anchor at WGAL. Barcaro has led the production of several documentaries with emphases on underrepresented populations, such as homeless youths, juvenile lifers and Native Americans forced into boarding schools. With almost two
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Etown students enjoy outdoor movie night on The Dell
On Friday, Sept. 12, the Dell transformed into a glowing outdoor theater, buzzing with students bundled in blankets and perched on lawn chairs, ready for a night of comfort. Hosted by the Office of Student Activities (OSA), the event was free and open to all Elizabethtown College students and their guests. The movie of the
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