NEWS
Europe turning back to nuclear
With the war continuing to drag on in the Middle East, the world is feeling the effects a prolonged war can have on each of our lives. From the constant threat of escalation to the now crippling changes in oil prices, regardless of involvement, almost every developed nation has felt its effects. Many different nations
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Remembering Dr. Charles Schaeffer, benefactor of Etown’s chemistry department
Elizabethtown College’s A.C. Baugher Professor of Chemistry Emeritus Dr. Charles D. Schaeffer, Jr. passed away on March 21 following a short battle with mesothelioma, leaving behind a legacy deeply woven into Etown’s chemistry department. Schaeffer was born in 1948, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to Dr. Charles D. Schaeffer, Sr. and Sallie Ann (Koch) Schaeffer. The Schaeffer
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Business Buzz: JBS strike ends without a deal, but pressure is far from over
Workers at one of the largest meatpacking plants in the United States are heading back on the job without a contract, a move that signals a pause in conflict but not a resolution. Roughly 3,800 employees at the JBS beef plant in Greeley, Colorado, will return to work after a three-week strike that began
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CAMPUS LIFE
Debate of the week: Morning or afternoon classes
Many Elizabethtown College students prefer afternoon classes so they can get some extra sleep in before their classes for the day, while other students prefer an early start to their day. Are 8 a.m. classes really that brutal? Or is the dragged wait until a 2 p.m. class, or even later, worse? Let’s see what
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Student Feature: Hannah Sharp
Among all of Elizabethtown College’s many opportunities, it’s hard to know all of our fellow Jays on a personal level. Let’s take a minute to get to know a busy Blue Jay. Meet Hannah Sharp, a junior biology secondary education major. Etown has a special place in Sharp’s heart.“[loved] the variety of hands-on teaching and
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Debate of the Week: Halloween or Thanksgiving?
As the leaves begin to change and fall, campus starts to feel more autumnal. Our students start to feel a sense of coziness thinking about not only the upcoming fall events on campus but also the holidays. Thanksgiving and Halloween are two of the most beloved holidays of the year. Both have unique traditions and
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SPORTS
Lady Jays take on #5 Juniata
On Oct. 17, the women’s volleyball team played against the nationally ranked number five, Juniata. The two teams met at Etown’s Thompson Gymnasium at 6 p.m. Juniata and Etown have a unique history with each other. The Eagles have won the past 27 matches against the Blue Jays, and the first match of that streak
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Etown men’s soccer fall to Lycoming in tight Landmark Conference matchup
Elizabethtown College took on Lycoming College in men’s soccer this past weekend in a Landmark Conference matchup. For the men’s team, it was senior day and they were celebrated for all they do representing the blue and white. The Blue Jays came into the game after losing their last two games against ranked opponents in
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Elizabethtown Field Hockey Wins OT Thriller vs Lycoming
Elizabethtown College field hockey took on their Landmark Conference foe Lycoming College on Saturday, Oct. 18 on the road. The Blue Jays had recently come into playoff contention after defeating Catholic University on the road in a historic 5-1 win, defeating the Cardinals for the first time since 2016, when the Blue Jays won with
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FEATURES
Black History Month Flag Raising in the BSC Concourse
On Friday, Jan. 31, Elizabethtown College’s Black Student Union club hosted a Black History Month Flag Raising. The event, sponsored by the Office of Civil Rights, Opportunity, and Access, was held at 4:30 p.m in the BSC Concourse and was free to all students. The flag raising featured a reading and speech from junior Schumy
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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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