NEWS
Cryptology used in everyday settings
The Presidential Community Enrichment Series at Elizabethtown College continued Tuesday, Feb. 20 with the lecture “An Introduction to Cryptology” by professor of mathematics Dr. Timothy McDevitt. The luncheon began with an introduction by Executive Director of College Engagement Opportunities Mark Clapper. Clapper gave updates on the College since November, specifically mentioning the new Bowers Center
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Student Senate
Thursday Feb. 15, the Elizabethtown College Student Senate met in Hoover 212 for its weekly meeting. The meeting began with the induction of two new Senate representatives, first-year Rachel Freed and senior Tommy Hopkins. They stood and took the Oath of Office and officially became members of the Senate. Following the Oath of Office was
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Five panelists review opioids and their presence in the community
Elizabethtown College students, faculty and community members gathered in Gibble Auditorium for an Opioid Epidemic Symposium Monday, Feb. 19. Panelists discussed everything from why these opioids, such as heroin, are so addictive, how to help people overcome addictions and the impact opioid problems can have on families. Pennsylvania now has the fourth-highest opioid overdose rate
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CAMPUS LIFE
Newest Marvel film, while imperfect, entertains much more than prequel
The best part about “Thor: The Dark World” is walking out of the theater into the world and wondering why it doesn’t look like Asgard anymore. Better than the first film, “The Dark World” brings suspense, laughs and a little bit of romance into a story that’s more fantastical than any other Marvel movie. The
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Sophomore expresses thanks for Thanksgiving Break situation
There is nothing better than a little break from the late nights of studying at the High Library and the cold walks back to your dorm after the librarian asks you to leave because it’s 1 a.m. My opinion is I would rather have more short breaks throughout my college semesters rather than long, extensive
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Professors should not be rushed to return assignments
To prepare college students for the “real world,” professors set strict deadlines, with harsh consequences for students who miss them. Repercussions range from a drop in a letter grade to a “0” depending upon the professor. The reasoning behind such restrictions is usually the same: in life, extensions won’t exist. In the world that professors
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SPORTS
Golf team competes in first fall competition at Messiah
he Elizabethtown College golf team began its fall season with an eighth-place finish at the Messiah Falcon Classic at Blue Ridge Country Club and a 13th-place finish at the Bridgewater Tom Kinder Memorial at Lakeview Golf Club. After finishing sixth at the Commonwealth Conference Championships last season, the Blue Jays look to begin their season
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Cross country program hosts Blue Jay Alumni Challenge
his past Saturday, the Elizabethtown College Cross Country program hosted the Blue Jay Alumni Challenge. This was the first home cross country meet in over a decade. The College has hosted home meets before, but most of them have always been at the Fairgrounds or the Lancaster County Central Park. The five teams that were
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Johnny Manziel’s recent suspension
he legend of Johnny Manziel continues to grow with every touchdown he throws and autograph he signs. Texas A&M’s superstar quarterback’s popularity has increased exponentially since his historic first-year campaign last season, which concluded with the Heisman Trophy and a Cotton Bowl victory. Johnny “Football” has been in the limelight since his Heisman victory for
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FEATURES
“The Human Google,” one of 20 with superior autobiographical memory
If you ask Brad Williams what happened on April 10, 1970, he will immediately be able to tell you that it was a Friday and the day that Paul McCartney left The Beatles. That is because Brad Williams is one of only 20 people documented to have hyperthymestic syndrome. Hyperthymestic syndrome is a condition in
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Homecoming events reflect campus pride, alumni, families join to celebrate
On Saturday, Oct. 20, the annual Elizabethtown College Homecoming Parade commenced in full splendor, taking its usual route through the Elizabethtown Borough and ending at the College among excited crowds of adults and children alike. The parade began around 11 a.m. at Elizabethtown Area High School, where the vehicles, floats and pedestrian groups assembled, and
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Columnist covers Homecoming Court on nominations, reactions
Like many other Elizabethtown College students, I braved the chilly fall temperatures to attend the Homecoming men’s soccer game. The real spectacle for me came in the form of the halftime show where the Homecoming Court, king and queen were announced. Of course I was personally focused on the outfits of the Court members, but
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