NEWS
Elizabethtown continues summer renovations
This summer saw several renovation projects take place across the Elizabethtown College campus with one notable project still underway. “The summer is always a time for Facilities to perform large projects while creating the least amount of disruption to the academic year,” Director of Facilities Management Jerry Schaber said. “This year’s summer project list was
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Business Buzz: Tim Cook steps down as Apple CEO, what’s next?
On Sept. 1, 2026, Tim Cook stepped down as the chief executive officer (CEO) of Apple and has now transitioned to the role of executive chairman. Cook had been the front man for the company for fifteen years after the company’s previous CEO, Steve Jobs, resigned due to his declining health. John Ternus has now
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Today’s Tech: Engineering breakthroughs bring powerful ultrafast lasers to a photonic chip
For decades, ultrafast lasers have been some of the most important tools in modern optics and devices. These lasers are capable of producing pulses that last only a few hundred femtoseconds, or in other words, quadrillionths of a second. This has enabled many advances, most notably in eye surgery, precision manufacturing or spectroscopy, the study
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CAMPUS LIFE
Recipe Review: Dorm friendly granola bars
Finding recipes to make in your dorm room can be difficult. While the dorms have communal kitchens, you may not always want to cook alongside your neighbors. Luckily, there are plenty of no-bake recipes that require little more than what you have in your dorm: a freezer and microwave. I have combined a multitude of
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Media Review: Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is a peaceful game. You play as the farmer, arriving in Pelican Town to take over the farm you’ve inherited from your late grandfather. You create your own character, being given the choice from two genders, 24 skin tones, 74 hair styles, 112 shirts, four pants, 31 accessories, five dogs and five cats.
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Debate of the Week: Handwritten or typed notes?
As laptops become increasingly common in classrooms, the debate between handwritten and typed notes continues among students. Some say typing notes offers convenience and accessibility, while others believe writing by hand helps strengthen their memory and understanding. After taking a poll of numerous first-year students at Elizabethtown College, there is a clear preference for handwritten
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SPORTS
Elizabethtown College men’s volleyball splits in tri-match
In a tri-match weekend in Thompson Gymnasium, the Blue Jay men’s volleyball squad saw one win and one loss on the court. In match one versus the St. John Fisher University Cardinals, Elizabethtown College put up a close match, losing set one 25-22. This set saw back and forth action, with Etown even scoring four
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Baseball sweeps Lycoming in first Landmark Conference weekend series
The Elizabethtown College baseball team headed over to Williamsport, Pa. to take on their Landmark Conference opponent in Lycoming College over the weekend. After a successful Florida campaign, the Blue Jays were hoping to carry the momentum into their first games back in Pennsylvania. Lycoming entered the weekend series with a record of 7-6, recently
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Two NCAA qualifiers, Smith becomes all time win leader
On Friday, Feb. 27, the Elizabethtown College wrestling team began the two-day Region three championships hosted by the College of New Jersey in Ewing, New Jersey. The Blue Jays delivered a standout performance with two qualifying for the national championships and one winning a regional title, along with other strong performances. The highlight of the
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FEATURES
Elizabethtown College Hosts Fourth Annual Best Buddies Friendship Walk
On Sunday, April 12, Elizabethtown College’s Best Buddies club hosted its fourth annual Friendship Walk at the Thompson Gymnasium. The event centered on inclusion, connection and community. Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the walk brought together students, faculty, local vendors and community members to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs). Participants
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Student Assembly’s Spring Social brings many students out for a treat.
Student Assembly’s Spring Social, held on April 1, served as a place for students to unwind, socialize and enjoy a sweet treat on a sunny afternoon. The event featured games like volleyball, gaga ball and basketball for students to enjoy. Each student also received a cup of Rita’s Italian Ice. “[The event allows students] to
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NOIR Thrift to Impress
On March 27 Elizabethtown College’s Black Student Union, NOIR, hosted a fashion event with the BSUs from Millersville University and Franklin & Marshall College. Thrift to Impress was a competition fashion show based on the Roblox game “Dress to Impress.” Students and staff were given the opportunity to comb through thrifted clothing, strut the runway,
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