NEWS
Four Adjunct Faculty Join SGPS
On Oct. 21, Elizabethtown College announced new faculty and staff members who will join the Blue Jay staff in the upcoming months via the campus news mass email. Among them were five adjunct professors for the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. While specific departments were not mentioned in the announcements, the professors hired fall
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Pennsylvania Politics: The Final Countdown
The United States general election is tomorrow, and the country will vote for its 47th president. Pennsylvania’s impact on the election has not been understated by the media, the candidates and political pundits across the commonwealth. But when will voters actually know the results of the election? The Associated Press typically calls the winners in
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Elizabethtown Chemistry Club puts on demo day for National Chemistry Week
On Oct. 24, members from the Elizabethtown College Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society (Chem Club) gathered to put on Chemistry Demo Day. The club put this on every year during National Chemistry Week which is from Oct. 20 to Oct. 26. Professors from Etown’s Chemistry Department performed four separate experiments, each displaying a
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CAMPUS LIFE
Media Review: Dancing with the Stars
Recently, I have rediscovered a love for Dancing With The Stars, so, let’s talk about it. This year, the Disney Production show is on its 33rd season. This season’s casting has relevant stars, causing a larger surge in viewers from a younger audience than the show is typically used to. Some of this season’s stars
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Recipe Review: Microwave Lasagna
While some students have access to a full set of kitchen appliances throughout their time at college, many of us, especially underclassmen, don’t have more than a microwave and a fridge. Fortunately, a microwave is all you need for this easy and cheesy lasagna recipe. Before you begin, gather all of your ingredients. You’ll need
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Horoscopes: What candy are you?
Halloween is right around the corner, and what is more associated with the October holiday than the traditional treat: candy! Candy of all kinds are enjoyed year-round, but Halloween is when candy really circulates around the block. Let’s see what sugary treat each zodiac sign most aligns with. Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21): The
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SPORTS
Blue Jay Volleyball celebrates Senior Day with a sweep
As Thompson Gymnasium filled with families and friends with signs and flowers for the seniors graduating in the upcoming semesters, the women’s volleyball team was ready to kick off the Landmark Conference matchup between the Elizabethtown Blue Jays and the Wilkes Colonels. Elizabethtown started strong with two straight kills by senior setter Sophie Savick, getting
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Blue Jays struggle on the road over the weekend
Elizabethtown College’s athletic programs had their fair share of struggles on the road this past weekend on Saturday, Oct. 5th. Field Hockey: The field hockey team traveled to Madison, New Jersey for a matchup with Drew University on Saturday afternoon. Things looked promising early for the Blue Jays, but the game ultimately produced a 3-1
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Etown soccer captures first Landmark Conference points
Elizabethtown College’s men’s and women’s soccer teams got back on trackSaturday on Oct. 5 at home on Ira R. Herr Field. They took the field against Drew University, and by the end of the day, both teams were able to capture Landmark Conference points. The women’s team held a 0-0 draw at 1 p.m., and
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FEATURES
Etown Originals first open mic night
A new event popped up on Elizabethtown College’s campus. The Bowers Writers House held its first ever open mic for anyone to come read a wide range of work they’ve written from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13. Three Etown students came up with the idea to have an open mic on
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OSA-led Paint n’ Sip brings friends together
On Saturday, the sound of laughter and glasses clinking could be heard echoing from the JayLounge in the Baugher Student Center (BSC). From 6 p.m to 11 p.m., the Office of Student Activities (OSA) hosted a Paint n’ Sip night sponsored by Conrad’s Corner, Elizabethtown College’s mobile bar. The event was hosted not only to
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Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-off.
On Sept. 13, Elizabethtown College celebrated the start of Hispanic Heritage Month which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The dates were chosen to coincide with the Independence Day celebration of many of the Latin American countries. The theme of this year is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.” This theme recognizes many
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