NEWS
Community remembers former Director of Health Promotion Sandy Spayd
The Elizabethtown College community is mourning the loss of Alexandra “Sandy” Spayd. Spayd worked at the College for 30 years; she was first hired in 1981 and retired in 2012. During her time at Etown, she served in several different positions, including a nurse in Health Services, co-chair of the Employee Wellness Team and the
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Student Senate
After not meeting for two consecutive weeks, Student Senate held a meeting Thursday, Nov. 29. As always, the meeting began with student comments and announcements, but this meeting was met with silence. Since there were no comments, senators moved into administrative reports, beginning with Vice President for Student Life Dr. Celestino Limas. Limas opened by
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Major changes happen throughout campus
Photo: Paula Groff Over this past semester, there have been many new changes happening at Elizabethtown College. One of the most noticeable changes on campus has been the construction of the Bowers Center for Sports, Fitness and Well-being. Anyone who walks by the construction site can see the changes that have occurred since the beginning
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CAMPUS LIFE
FASHION COLUMN
Little details in an outfit can make or break the entire ensemble. The best way to ensure a good look is by adding some pattern or texture. Cable-knit patterns in a chunky scarf or warm beanie have that cozy and comforting look, making the outfit perfect for cold weather. Darker beanies can accessorize a great
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Amenities, on-campus experience available to students living on, off campus, both living situations offer advantages
Many college graduates say that living on campus for a few years makes a college career complete. For first-years, living in a dorm is a great way to meet new people and make friends. However, many are skeptical about dorm life, whether or not they’ll get along with their roommate or how spacious the rooms
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Blue Bean, High Library, Birdcage, dorms are ideal places to study while avoiding the winter weather
Where do you go to hunker down and study during cold, snowy days on campus? There are a number of answers to this question that lie within the warmer indoor options offered on campus. The Blue Bean Café, the High Library, the Birdcage and one’s dorm room are some of the many places where one
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SPORTS
Where is the love from Landmark?
When Elizabethtown College made the move from the Middle Atlantic Conference to their new home in the Landmark Conference, competitive balance was a key reason. But what happens when there is no competition at all? That is the case for the men’s golf and wrestling teams, and they’re finding out what it’s like not to
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Volleyball’s losing streak now at eight matches, team prepares for Florida fall break
The Elizabethtown College women’s volleyball team continued in the Landmark Conference Saturday Sept. 27 as they competed against Juniata College and Susquehanna University. Juniata and Susquehanna were picked first and second, respectively, in the Landmark Preseason Coaches’ Poll. Senior Kelci Scannapieco completed eight kills, leading Etown against Juniata (14-2, 2-0 Landmark). Unfortunately, the Juniata Eagles
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Women’s tennis team ends fall season on positive note
The Elizabethtown College women’s tennis team competed in the USTA-ITA Southeast Regional Championships at the University of Mary Washington this past weekend. The Championships were the last chance for the tennis team to compete this fall. They will begin their spring season on Feb. 15 back at the University of Mary Washington. As for this
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FEATURES
Called to Lead: How do you handle conflict?
The Called to Lead program sponsored a lecture entitled “Called to Lead: How Do You Handle Conflict?” at 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18. The session was open to all students, not only participants in Called to Lead. The meeting focused on conflict as a necessity of life and the different strategies people use to
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Travels Abroad: Discovering Etown in Unexpected Places
During my stay in England, I have been able to visit some of the most beautiful and interesting places in the United Kingdom. I’ve been able to visit Stonehenge, and The Roman Baths, and I’ve spent numerous days in the city of London. At the end of the day, though, I always make my way
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Target Media presents at M&M Mars Lecture
On Friday, Nov. 15, as part of the M&M Mars Executive Lecture Series, two members of the media analysis company Target Media spoke to Elizabethtown College students and faculty. Target Media is a company whose integrated media approach provides help for companies looking to achieve marketing success. The two speakers were John Bowser, president and
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