NEWS

  • Series: An Examination of diversity on U.S. college campuses

    This article is the first of a three-part series that examines diversity at Elizabethtown College and at colleges and universities around the country. This installment explores why the idea of having a broader range of student demographics is such a controversial one and examines inclusiveness at colleges in PA before providing an overview of the

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  • Letter to the Editor: Tempest Day Event

    Photo courtesy of Professor Wendy Bellow Dear Editor, In regards to the article “Education Department Works to Lay a Foundation for Change” in the last issue of the Etownian, there are follow up details about the Tempest Day of Action. The Day of Action was a huge success in the Education Department Monday, Sept. 18.

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  • A look at this year’s Kreider Prize award recipient

    Photo by Fatima Janneh | Staff Photographer One of the most prestigious awards for current faculty members at Elizabethtown College is the Kreider Prize for Teaching. The Kreider Prize has been awarded for the past three years. Each year a faculty member who has demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring is selected to receive the

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CAMPUS LIFE

  • Seasonally-branded products spark excitement throughout the year

    Seasonally-branded products spark excitement throughout the year

    It is finally that time of year: fall! I always look forward to my apple cider and apple cider flavored doughnuts from the local orchards around this time of year. But why do I wait until this season to enjoy these particular items? Why don’t I consume them during spring instead? The answer is because

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  • Athlete reflects on MAC experience

    Athlete reflects on MAC experience

    The Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) has been my home for three years now. Since my first few minutes as a Blue Jay soccer player, competing in the MAC has been both an honor and a privilege that I have enjoyed. The chance to play against Messiah College, the best team in our division, along with

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SPORTS

  • Softball succeeds against Gettysburg, falls to Commonwealth foe Alvernia

    he Elizabethtown College softball team gave it all they had during their away game at Gettysburg College Thursday April, 4. Unfortunately, the team also tallied a tough loss in their home game against Alvernia University on Saturday, April 6. The Gettysburg game was on a chilly day with temperatures in the 40s, but that didn’t

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  • Underclassmen step up to lead team

    Underclassmen step up to lead team

    he Elizabethtown College golf team competed in two tournaments this past week, starting by hosting the Spring Blue Jay Classic. The Classic was held at the Hershey Links golf course for the first time since 2009. Hershey Links course holds a Par 72, totaling 6,542 yards. The Jays competed in a collection of 16 teams

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  • Salisbury breaks men’s tennis’ winning streak

    he Elizabethtown College men’s tennis team traveled to Salisbury  University April 3 where they saw their six-match unbeaten streak come to an end. Salisbury won two of the three doubles matches and five of six on the singles side, which beat the Blue Jays overall 7-2 in a non-conference match. “I am not going to

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FEATURES

  • Seniors ‘STRIVE’ for post-grad success

    Seniors ‘STRIVE’ for post-grad success

    How do I manage my finances? Where will I live after I graduate? How will I find a job? These are all questions beginning to creep into the minds of seniors as they move closer and closer to graduation. Fortunately, Career Services has designed special events, just for seniors, to address many of these pressing

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