NEWS
Suicide prevention training to train students to react to mental health crises
Students at Elizabethtown College can now sign up for QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Suicide Prevention Training to learn about the warning signs of a suicide crisis. Mental Health America (MHA) in Lancaster, Pa will be hosting the training on October 2nd, November 6th and December 4th this year from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. with
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Career Services hosts Accounting Night
Last Wednesday, Elizabethtown College’s Office of Career Services held the Annual Accounting Job and Internship Fair in the KAV for accounting majors, minors and/or concentrations. The event primarily focused of provided accounting/business majors with information and opportunities from over a dozen different accounting firms, banks, or finance driven businesses. The event also provided an opportunity
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Formal Jay student dance serves as fundraiser for sophomore class
On 19 September, the sophomore class hosted the formal jay. This homecoming style dance serves as a fundraiser for the sophomore class. This year was the first time the formal jay was open to underclassman. The event began at nine in the KAV, which was decorated in a Hollywood style. Guests were greeted with a
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CAMPUS LIFE
‘Side Effects’ presents chilling tale of lust, murder, love, manipulation, greed
The ingredients of lust, greed and manipulation make Steven Soderbergh’s new film “Side Effects” the perfect recipe for a dramatic plot twist and a splash of mystery. In the beginning of the movie, the character of Emily Taylor, played by Rooney Mara, comes across as a devoted wife who is waiting for the love of
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FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION: FAIR TRADE
I n America, when we want a cup of coffee, the process is easy. We hop in our cars and drive to the nearest Starbucks or Dunkin’ Donuts. We are greeted with a smile as we order a tall vanilla cappuccino, and then go about our day. We don’t often think about where the coffee
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‘Obamacare’ poses questions for youth, is met with resistance
S ince being introduced to legislation in 2010, there has been resistance to the Affordable Care Act, dubbed “Obamacare,” by opposing media. It’s a national health care plan aimed to regulate the health insurance industry and discrimination toward those needing proper coverage. If you have pre-existing conditions, you cannot be turned away. If you make
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SPORTS
Team crowned Days Inn Blue Jay Classic champions
First-year Steph High sets a ball for senior Lindsay Palm. The Days Inn Blue Jay Classic pitted the Elizabethtown College women’s volleyball team against York College, the University of Rochester, Hamilton College and Bridgewater College. The Blue Jays finished undefeated over the course of the tournament, and this win was their first classic win since
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16th-ranked women recently falter against Messiah, York
On Saturday, Sept. 22, the Elizabethtown College field hockey team lost 3-0 against the Messiah College Falcons. This marks the second loss out of eight games for the Blue Jays. The Blue Jays had high hopes for the game despite the loss. “I think it’s going to be an amazing game,” senior Amara Dell said.
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Haverford deals team first loss of season
The Elizabethtown College women’s soccer team ended their seven-game unbeaten streak when they traveled to Haverford, Pa. Saturday to take on the 6-1 Haverford Fords who were unbeaten at home with a record of 5-0. The Blue Jays nearly gave Haverford their first loss at home after taking a 1-0 lead into halftime. However, the
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FEATURES
TV’s Debbie Pollack offers acting advice
Actress Debbie Pollack has seen her fair share of show business. She starred in the John Hughes film “Sixteen Candles,” portraying the jock Marlene, nicknamed “Lumberjack,” who, to the amazement of protagonist Sam, becomes foreign exchange student Long Duk Dong’s unlikely girlfriend within minutes upon arriving at the school dance. She’s also been a co-star
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Sean Post leads mock trial team over Ivy Leagues
Elizabethtown College junior Sean Post has brought great recognition to Etown’s Mock Trial Team. Earlier this month, Post and his teammates competed in the Philadelphia Mock Trial Tournament from Feb. 4-5. The prosecution won 4-0. The mock trial team is comprised of twenty members and two coaches. District magistrate Jayne Duncan serves as head coach
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Delgado embraces ‘Educate for Service’ post-graduation
Elizabethtown College alumnus Ted Delgado is a prime example of Etown’s motto, “Educate for Service.” He graduated from the College in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science degree in international business with concentrations in marketing and finance and Magna Cum Laude honors. In addition, he is also a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant and
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