NEWS
Precision Medicine: An advancement in disease treatment
The world of medicine continues to expand through groundbreaking advances and the latest mechanisms to cure and treat diseases. An approach that continues to surface is a technique called Precision Medicine, an advancement that aims to treat diseases based on the individual carrier. According to the Precision Medicine Initiative, this technique is “an emerging approach
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Etown offers writing scholarship for rising juniors
Last week, over the hill and down the hidden trail, I traveled to Elizabethtown College’s own stunning Bowers Writers House. Within the quaint building, I had the opportunity to meet with Director of the Bowers Writers House Jesse Waters, who has been with the College for over 15 years. The topic of the evening was
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Cherelle Parker: A new mayor in the City of Brotherly Love
In Issue 8 a few weeks ago, I talked about the historic nature of Pa.’s statewide judicial elections taking place on Nov. 7. I failed to mention that one of the most important elections in the history of Pennsylvania was taking place in the City of Brotherly Love: the election of Philadelphia’s 100th Mayor. The
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CAMPUS LIFE
Horoscopes: Which of the Sims 4 traits are you based on your zodiac sign?
For this week of the Horoscopes, my mind went to a game I have spent an absurd amount of money on: The Sims 4. With all the expansion packs, game packs, stuff packs and kits, there’s an abundance of content that you can add on to the base game. Use your sun, moon and rising
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Debate of the Week: Apple cinnamon or pumpkin spice
There’s no doubt that both apple cinnamon and pumpkin spice flavors are delicious, but which is the better fall flavoring? Pumpkin spice may be beloved and iconic, but apple cinnamon is classic and crisp. Pumpkin pies and apple pies are both delicious fall treats, but which will you take at the dessert table? When fall
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Business Review: Knock Knock Boutique
Looking for a cute pair of earrings? Or a gift for a friend’s birthday? Knock Knock Boutique is just the place you need to be. From countless jewelry options to clothes to fun mugs and bags, the choices are endless! The first time I visited Knock Knock was during the Blue Jay Walk into town
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SPORTS
Etown Basketball regular season comes to a close
This past weekend, the Elizabethtown College men’s and women’s basketball teams played the final bout of their respective regular seasons this past weekend on Saturday, Feb. 18. Both teams traveled to Baltimore, Md. to play Goucher College on the road. For the women, it was an opportunity to put their talents on display one last
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Men’s Basketball loses to Scranton
On Saturday, Feb. 11 in Elizabethtown, Pa., The Elizabethtown College men’s basketball team faced off and lost against Scranton University with a final score of 80 for Scranton and 70 for Etown. Prior to the game, the team honored graduate student Jalin Robinson for senior day. Through the first five minutes of play, Etown didn’t
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Men’s Volleyball falls to Marymount
The Elizabethtown College’s men’s volleyball team was handed their first road loss of the season on Saturday night, Feb. 11. The Blue Jays were able to take one set, but that would be all, losing the match one set to three (1-3). This is the team’s fourth loss of the season, but they still maintain
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FEATURES
Elizabethtown College kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations
On Thursday, Sept. 15, the Elizabethtown College Office of Diversity, Equity and Belonging collaborated with the LatinX/Hispanic Student Union to kickstart the celebrations of Hispanic Heritage Month with a flag raising event. The flags of various South American countries were displayed in the Baugher Student Center the night before and will stay up for a
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Cry Like A Man: A mental health discussion
According to the American Psychological Association, 30.6% of men say they’ve suffered from depression at one point in their lives. However, only one out of four men have actually spoken to a mental health professional. While many men struggle with depression, it can seem like a daunting task to speak up and talk about the
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Poet Laureate at convocation inspires new students
On Aug. 23, Elizabethtown College held the Convocation Ceremony to welcome the first-year students. Director of Community Affairs and College Special Events Caroline Lalvani was in charge of Convocation this year. This year, the event featured a Student Poet Laureate for the first time. Senior education major Ingrid Peura presented a poem titled “Home” but
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