NEWS
Pennsylvania Democrats rebound
After crushing defeats last year for Pennsylvania Democrats that saw Republicans win every statewide election and pick up two congressional seats, the party is celebrating a successful batch of off-year elections. The highlight of the Democrats’ night was the successful retention elections of three state Supreme Court justices who were originally elected in 2015. Justices
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Coca-Cola brings back AI-powered holiday ads despite last year’s backlash
Coca-Cola has once again used artificial intelligence to create its annual holiday commercials, reimagining the brand’s classic 1995 Christmas advertisement even after facing widespread criticism for doing the same last year. The two new advertisements, which debuted Nov. 4, continue the company’s push to blend nostalgic storytelling with new technology. The move also signals that
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World leaders converge on new Egyptian museum
On Nov.1, the grand unveiling of a multi-decade project in Egypt has seen huge success, drawing in crowds of tourists as well as multiple leaders from around the world. According to BBC, the 500,000 square mile museum, roughly the size of Vatican City, was worth around $1 billion to build and is Egypt’s new center
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CAMPUS LIFE
Seasonal Treats: What fall themed drinks and foods do Etown students enjoy?
As summer comes to an end, many restaurants start releasing their seasonal fall menu. Most of these releases across the board typically include pumpkin, chai, apple cider, hot drinks and some apple or pumpkin themed pastries or pies. As college students, our Blue Jays love their coffee throughout the day. So, let’s hear what some
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Welcome to the Jungle: Rhoda the German Shepherd
This week’s furry friend is Rhoda, the 7-year-old German Shepherd belonging to Elizabethtown College junior Destiny Jones. Jones’ parents bought Rhoda from a breeder when she was just 8 weeks old, despite Jones’ distaste for them. “We got her from a breeder,” Jones said. “I can’t say I’m a fan of breeders, but I was
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Business Review: Lucky Ducks
As a first-year at Elizabethtown College, there’s lots to take in and new experiences to be had. One of my favorite things to try has been the food and drink varieties. While the campus offers several great options, such as Jay’s Nest and the Blue Bean Cafe, it’s only natural to be curious about the
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SPORTS
A double win for Elizabethtown tennis sets up a promising start
One shutout win and one clean win set a promising start for the Elizabethtown men’s and women’s tennis teams. Both squads would compete against Penn State Brandywine on the Alumni Courts at home. This match was the official start of a season that spans both the fall and spring semesters. The Etown tennis team starts
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Tessier, Blue Jays soccer draws against Penn State Berks
Over the weekend, Elizabethtown College took on the visiting Penn State Berks Nittany Lions in a non-conference women’s soccer matchup. The Blue Jays came into this game after drawing in their last three matches, only conceding one goal between those games. Junior defender Sara Bean had netted the only goal in the three game stretch,
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Elizabethtown women’s volleyball dug deep for a double victory
The Elizabethtown College women’s volleyball squad continues an impressive season with two more wins against Wilson College and FDU-Florham. Both games were won in a controlling fashion, with game one versus Wilson being a shutout 3-0 win and game two versus FDU-Florham being a 3-1 win. Senior Kate Barbon started the game off strong with
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FEATURES
A Night of Connection: The International Family Dinner Brings Students Together
As the spring semester begins, students from around the world gather to celebrate new beginnings and rekindle friendships at the highly anticipated International Family Dinner. This event, held on Jan. 30 in the Jay Lounge, served as an opportunity for international students and their friends to come together, share a meal and embrace the warmth
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Bingo Night at The KAV: A Night of Fun, Friendship and Fabulous Prizes
On Jan. 31, the Office of Student Activities (OSA) hosted one of the most anticipated events of the semester: bingo night at The Koons Activity Venue (KAV). The atmosphere was electric, filled with excitement and anticipation as students gathered in hopes of winning some amazing prizes. The event was a heartwarming display of community spirit
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The Psychology of Color: How Colors Influence Our Thoughts and Behaviors
Colors are more than just visual elements; they have the power to influence our mood, decisions and even productivity. From the calming blues of a quiet room, to the energizing reds of a workout space, color psychology helps explain how different hues impact the human mind. Color psychology studies how different colors trigger emotional and
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