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  • Cancer survivor, author memorializes battles of fellow patients

    Cancer survivor, author memorializes battles of fellow patients

    Gone, but not forgotten” is an idea often considered, but especially with the anniversary of the tragedy Sept. 11, 2001. However, for others such as author Matt Tullis, it is an idea that warrants daily consideration. At present, Tullis lives in Newtown, Connecticut with his wife and two children. He is the director of Digital

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  • Alum empowers Nepali women through custom spice blends

    Alum empowers Nepali women through custom spice blends

    Many Blue Jays leave the nest and choose to pursue careers in service-related fields or become involved in nonprofit work. Bhim Thapaliya ’15 is one of those Elizabethtown College alumni living “Educate for Service.” Thapaliya founded the nonprofit Act for Humanity (AFH) in 2014 to help refugees in Lancaster County adjust to life in the

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  • Guest lecturer erupts with knowledge, benefits of Icelandic volcanoes

    Guest lecturer erupts with knowledge, benefits of Icelandic volcanoes

    Photo: Megan White Aside perhaps from the recent eruptions in Hawaii, few American college students think very deeply about volcanoes, how they work and their impact on the areas around them. Monday, Sept. 10, however, any students interested were invited to Gibble Auditorium to learn more about the volcanoes in Iceland from Dr. Gretar Ivarsson.

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  • Students ask philosophical questions, voice opinions at new club meetings

    Students ask philosophical questions, voice opinions at new club meetings

    Elizabethtown College has over 80 clubs and organizations. Each club appeals to students’ specific interests. These interests may include dancing, singing, politics, religion, etc. With Etown being a smaller school, many students become involved in these clubs and organizations. Although, if there is not a club that fits your particular interest, one can be created.

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  • Counselor leaves the nest, takes ‘Educate for Service’ worldwide

    Counselor leaves the nest, takes ‘Educate for Service’ worldwide

    It has been said that poor mental health is like a cinder block tied to one’s ankle, dragging victims into the earth’s deepest oceans of oblivion. Worldwide, universities are trying to find a cure for the raging epidemic that seems most prevalent within individuals in their teens to late twenties. Results indicate that campus health

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  • Students consider trade-offs of new Featherton Crossing Apartments

    Students consider trade-offs of new Featherton Crossing Apartments

    As of the Fall 2018 semester, Elizabethtown College is offering new off-campus housing for rising juniors and seniors at the Featherton Crossing Apartment complex in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. The apartments are located 1.8 miles from the College campus, and according to the Residence Life page on the College website, students are responsible for their own transportation.

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  • New Vice President for Student Life, new approach to student concerns

    New Vice President for Student Life, new approach to student concerns

    This past July, Elizabethtown College welcomed a new Vice President for Student Life, Celestino Limas. Limas’ appointment followed the retirement of former Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students Marianne Calenda. Though Limas attended three large universities – he received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa, his master’s degree from the

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  • July flash floods directly affected local businesses frequented by students

    July flash floods directly affected local businesses frequented by students

    Photo: Miranda Fedor Residents of Lancaster County have experienced a wet end to the summer this year. Friday, Aug. 31, heavy rain turned roads into rivers in some parts of the county. The Mount Joy-Manheim area was affected the most, with flash floods occurring after a stationary thunderstorm unleashed about eight to 10 inches of

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  • Students embark on South African adventure, welcome new perspectives

    Students embark on South African adventure, welcome new perspectives

    Regardless of career or lifestyle, the Elizabethtown College community feels learning is best when used to benefit the prosperity of others. Both students and faculty encourage independent thought and integrity to fulfill a life of social justice and meaningful purpose. The College motto, “Educate for Service,” is of great importance to all and was delivered

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