NEWS
Global Perspective: Russia-Ukraine conflict causes increase in gasoline and food prices
Since Russia invaded Ukraine Thursday, Feb. 24, gas prices in the U.S. and around the world have skyrocketed. Both the invasion and efforts from the U.S. and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to counteract it have deeply affected global financial markets. Since the invasion, the average price of regular gas in the U.S. has increased
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Elizabethtown College alumnus shelters in Kyiv, Ukraine
Elizabethtown College alumnus Vladyslav Solodovynk ‘04 has been sheltering in place in his home in Kyiv, Ukraine since Feb. 24, which marked the beginning of the Russian war on Ukraine. Solodovynk has resided in the capital city since 2009, and the invasion of his country has wholly upended his life. “The first day was a
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Today’s Technology: Apple unveils new products during first event of 2022
During Apple’s first event in 2022, which was hosted by CEO Tim Cook on March 8, the company unveiled a new addition to the iPhone family called iPhone SE (the SE stands for special edition). This device is markedly different from its predecessors due to its low cost, selling at $429. Many tech experts have
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CAMPUS LIFE
Recipes for people who can’t cook
Today I want to go over what is probably a simplified version of one of my favorite foods my mom makes: stuffed peppers. Considering what a vague sort of name that is, there are probably hundreds of unique recipes which would fit under the same title. Maybe you even have a version in your mind
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Welcome to the jungle
Do I have to do this interview now? Can’t it wait til tomorrow? I guess… Hi, I’m Hayley. Yea, I was excited for talking to you about stuff, but now, eh… It’s fine; we can continue. Let’s see, I’ve been with my dad, Jackson, since 2009. I easily moved in with the family and have
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Music review
Harrisburg-based band Pullin’ Daisies released yet another excellent track March 26 titled “This Feeling” and no surprise, I’ve got feelings about it. Spoiler: the feelings are positive — I love the track. “This Feeling” is a conflicted, highly emotional track simplistic in its lyrics but expansive in what it is conveying. Before I get fully
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SPORTS
New high scores for track teams
The Elizabethtown College’s men’s and women’s track teams finished off their regular season Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Susquehanna University invitational. The women’s team found their biggest success in field events with a bronze medal in pole vault and a silver in high jump. Senior Karly Deam took third place in pole vault with a
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Wrestling takes a tough loss in last home match against Messiah
Friday, Feb. 8 Elizabethtown College’s wrestling team competed against Messiah College in its last home meet and celebrated senior Dan Smith’s accomplishments. Etown lost 29-13. Juniors Josh Paisley and Elijah Flasher and first-year Colton Shriner won their matches. Messiah had a large audience that cheered the team on as the players took the lead 11-0
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Etown holds tri-match, team takes loss against opponents
The Elizabethtown College men’s volleyball team fell short to Alvernia University in Reading, PA, Thursday, Feb. 7. The team struggled to keep up with the Golden Wolves as each set got further and farther away from the Jays. Although the blue and gray held a lead of a point in each of the games, those
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FEATURES
E-fit class instructor discusses the passion she has for Pound as a form of therapy
Jessica Schultz was 10 years old when she first experienced pain. Her wrists burned like they were on fire or being stabbed with needles. For Schultz, there is no cause. The pain never decreased, and to this day, for the past 12 years, she still experiences it continuously. The burning sensation now affects her entire
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Sustainability efforts at Etown help save energy and the planet
Elizabethtown College is one of the leading colleges in Pennsylvania when it comes to sustainability. The College has many revolutionary efforts in this area, which has brought many new opportunities to campus. The Sustainability Committee has existed on campus for the past four years, two of which were spent with the committee only meeting monthly,
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Examining the healthcare system for students on college campuses
In the last couple years, especially since the most recent presidential election, the issue of health care has been in the public eye. Groups such as children, the elderly and the poor are often considered when discussing this issue, but one of the largest affected groups is forgotten: college students. According to the Department of
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