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Moving On: A Senior’s Reflection
In two weeks Elizabethtown College is asking five hundred of its most dedicated, hard-working students to politely leave. Throwing us through the Etown bubble into a world that four years of classes taught us
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College attendance decreases marriage chances
Growing up, I always believed I could have whatever career I wanted and go to whatever college I wanted to (as long as it was dirt cheap). If I had known that going to
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Professors consider cause of grade inflation
Is your hard-earned “A” truly hard-earned? A’s are now awarded more than ever — especially at private colleges — and researchers Stuart Rojstaczer and Christopher Healy have the data to prove it. Their most
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Local discount programs provide savings
As we head into mid-winter, wallets are still empty from Christmas shopping, and boredom is at an all-time high. But who knew our handy Elizabethtown College student IDs could solve all our problems? Theatres,
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Students share techniques unique ideas to decorate dorms
For most Elizabethtown College students, spending money is definitely a luxury: we can only hope that the $23 left in our bank account will make it to the end of the week. When we
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Mimic Italian designer Bottega Veneta on student’s budget
Keeping up with the latest fashion trends doesn’t have to drain your bank account. Spring 2012 runways were filled with many different styles that can be easily replicated with items from less expensive stores.
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Classroom etiquette: avoid conflict, build respectful relationships
As a college student, one of the most challenging parts of academic life can be interacting with your professors. For some, this can be an intimidating scenario, especially if a conflict arises, such as
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Penn State suffers major loss: JoePa dies at 85
Happy Valley was once home to a man who holds the record for most victories (409) by a Division I coach. Joe Paterno, former head football coach for the Pennsylvania State University, passed away
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Police interference raises ethics questions
The slogan “We are the 99 percent” has come a long way since it originated with The Occupy Wall Street movement. From Wall Street to downtown Lancaster, Occupy protestors claim to be a part
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Satan goes to college; promptly expelled
TEMP ORARY March 27, 2012 1For too long Satan’s precise strategy to bring about America’s downfall had been a mystery. What exactly was the devil up to? Satan had of course made a rousing appearance in Biblical times, but
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