NEWS
Social media addiction trial underway
Testimony has started in the ongoing legal case in California that could set major precedent for claiming damages against major social media companies for their platform’s supposedly addictive nature. The lawsuit was filed in 2023 by a now-20-year-old woman identified as K.G.M. against YouTube, TikTok, Snap, Inc. (the parent company of Snapchat) and Meta, which
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How do Elizabethtown College professors feel about AI?
In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), it is almost foolhardy to imagine an industry or an aspect of everyday life where AI has not made itself present. Included in the exhaustive list of all the things AI is creeping into, is college education. It started with ChatGPT, a generative AI that could create an
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Pennsylvania tests internet-connected pollbooks amid security debate
Pennsylvania election officials are preparing to test internet-connected electronic pollbooks in a pilot program that could begin as early as the May primary, reopening a familiar debate over modernization and election security in the state. The Department of State notified vendors in late January about how to apply to participate in the pilot. Applications are
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CAMPUS LIFE
Andi’s Audio Corner: “Drop Dead” by Olivia Rodrigo
While this isn’t an album, I’ve been dying to talk about it (see what I did there). Olivia Rodrigo is a 23-year-old former Disney Channel star turned pop-rock singer who has announced the release of her third studio album (OR3). The album’s release is planned for June 12, but she began teasing the album on
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HAGS: Guide to move-out
Well, move out season is upon us. This may be the first time for some of you while others are trying to perfect their packing methods. As a junior at Elizabethtown College, I’d like to think I have a good system for packing up and moving out. My guide might look a little different than
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HAGS: Guide to a great summer
What comes to mind when you think of a great summer vacation? A boardwalk fling? Vacation in a tropical paradise? Going on a roadtrip with friends? While all of these options are great, they aren’t realistic for the average student’s schedule or wallet. Thankfully, there are alternatives that still allow students to have an incredible
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SPORTS
Men’s lacrosse dominate Wilkes on senior day
On Saturday, April 11, the Elizabethtown College Blue Jays faced the Wilkes University Colonels in what became a dominant display of offensive power and defensive resilience. From the opening face-off to the final whistle, Etown controlled the pace of play and showcased both depth and discipline on both ends of the field. Prior to the
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The final round beyond the greens
With only one semester remaining for seniors at Elizabethtown College, Jillian Schwarz is nothing short of busy. Successfully balancing her busy schedule with the art of her backswing for the past four years, her physical and mental drive are beyond compare. Schwarz is majoring in psychology, with minors in fine arts and human services. She
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THE FUTURE OF LANCASTER’S “STADIUM DISTRICT”
Penn Medicine Park, home to the Lancaster Stormers baseball team, will be the centerpiece of a further developed “stadium district” in the city of Lancaster. The 55-acre area is set to expand on the previous successes. Penn Medicine Park was opened in 2005 as part of an effort to promote urban renewal. The ballpark has
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FEATURES
Psychic soulmates, Anthem and Aria, stun Etown students
When the term “psychic” comes to mind, most people are either skeptical or slightly believe in what they do. People believe that the actions that they do are fake or there is something else to it. On Nov. 15, Elizabethtown College was visited by Anthem and Aria, the psychic soulmates. Anthem and Aria fell in
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Monique Coleman encourages students to embrace purpose and resilience at Leffler Lecture
Actress and advocate Monique Coleman brought a message of growth, courage and self-worth to Elizabethtown College on Thursday night as the featured speaker for this fall’s Leffler Lecture Series. The event, held Nov. 13 in Leffler Chapel, coincided with Coleman’s 45 birthday, something she noted with joy as she reflected on the lessons that have
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Medical Humanities: Health professions growth and awareness
Recently, Elizabethtown College hosted a Medical Humanities talk hosted by the School of Arts and Humanities. This growing field is starting to build a stronger home for itself at Etown with the growing medical humanities minor the college offers. This event offered an overview of what the medical humanities are, along with details of what
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