NEWS
Business Buzz: Is the US heading towards another recession?
The U.S. economy is one of the largest and strongest economies in the world. What makes the U.S. economy so strong is based on several factors: diverse sectors, robust financial markets, large size, strong labor market and gross domestic product (GDP). GDP is an important factor in a healthy economy, since it provides a key
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Etown Community Gives Back For Power of One Day
On Tuesday, March 18, Elizabethtown College held their 11th annual Power of One Day of giving. This donation event was not only the highest earning year for the college, but also coincided with the school’s 125th anniversary. Etown’s director of annual giving, Ben Osterhout, was enthusiastic about the turnout and offered insights into what this
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Global Perspective: China Looks to Soften Canadian Relations Amidst Tariffs and Executions
America and Canada have been close partners in most regards for decades, from economic ties to diplomatic outlooks. Lately, there has been a change of hearts and outlooks when it comes to international relations concerning the United States of America. This has, in turn, put Canada into a difficult position as it has to navigate
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CAMPUS LIFE
Debate of the Week: Light or Dark Turkey Meat?
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, many people are starting to plan their meals and gathering what ingredients they’ll need for the big day. The menu differs between households, but a major staple on most Thanksgiving tables is turkey. There is a debate surrounding the popular choice of entree though—which is better: the light meat
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Horoscopes: What Ace Attorney Character is your zodiac sign?
The month of November can be a turbulent time for many with the U.S. elections, family gatherings like Thanksgiving and the infamous Black Friday shopping spree. It’s time to go inward and take care of your mental health at times like this. I personally do so with video games like the Ace Attorney series by
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Job Spotlight: Blue Jay Ambassador
Most prospective students experience the Elizabethtown College campus and community for the first time during a guided tour, especially during Accepted Students Days and Open House visits. A good tour guide with the ability to answer their burning questions can make or break their decision to attend, and Etown’s Blue Jay Ambassadors fill that role.
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SPORTS
Advocating for Student Wellness with Etown Prof. Charla Lorenzen
When Elizabethtown College students want to build up their muscles or spend an hour working out, they can always rely on the services of the Bowers Center. This five-year-old building gave the campus community incredible benefits thanks to its large spaces for sporting events and a plethora of classes like Pound or Pilates. But what
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Etown soccer battles Scranton in men’s and women’s matches
On Sept. 28, the Elizabethtown College men’s and women’s soccer teams took on the Scranton University Royals in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Both teams were looking to win the first game of their respective Landmark Conference to start the new season. Conditions were cloudy and damp for the games. The women’s team lost the game 3-0 with
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Field hockey hosts Scranton University on Saturday
With the clouds hovering over Wolf Field and the stands filling up with parents, students and fans, the afternoon Landmark Conference game kicked off between the Scranton Royals and the Elizabethtown Blue Jays. Coming into the game Scranton was hot with big wins in their last two outings and looked to improve to 2-0 in
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FEATURES
Etown holds 28th annual Homecoming parade
This year, it may have rained on our parade, but the parade went on nonetheless! Held indoors on Oct. 14, several school clubs and organizations presented their floats over Homecoming weekend. Sock and Buskin, “Alice in Wonderland” Float Sock and Buskin is a theater club that happens to be the oldest club on campus. They
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Disability Services aims to elevate issues of accessibility on campus
Elizabethtown College aims to make all its students enjoy their college experience no matter their background by providing disability resources for students and visitors who need assistance. Disability Services has a mission statement to “provide these groups support and to ensure that all individuals in need of assistance can obtain the services necessary to experience
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Community and Civic Engagement Office continues community outreach work
The Center for Community and Civic Engagement (CCCE) has a vision of providing opportunities to engage in community service to students, faculty and staff. The Center does this in a number of ways by building long-term connections with local, national and international organizations. The foundation of all of the Center’s connections is a reciprocal relationship.
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