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The Weekly Chirp: Students, faculty weigh in: Was President Trump’s deal to end the shutdown sufficient?
- Campus Life
- February 1, 2019
Just before the holidays began in December 2018, President Donald Trump declared a federal government shutdown. A government shutdown occurs when there is a disagreement over a bill between the President and Congress. Often times it is due to the majority of Congress being a different political party than the President. During a government shutdown,
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The Weekly Chirp: Students, faculty weigh in: Are wealthy people obligated to donate to their communities?
- Campus Life
- December 6, 2018
In a year seemingly marked by intense natural disasters, a series of wildfires across California caused massive property damage and compelled people from all over the country to contribute to reconstruction. Fires began gathering strength in Aug. 2018, and a national disaster was declared Aug. 4. In November, strong winds and dry brush caused the
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Benefits, drawbacks of caffeine leave students with split opinions
- Features
- December 6, 2018
As the end of the semester draws near there is an almost tangible stress in the air. Students are burdened with projects, presentations and papers and have limited time to complete them. With the increased workload, oftentimes it seems there are not enough hours in the day. Late nights or even all-nighters become more common.
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The Weekly Chirp: Students, faculty weigh in: Did Nike take a risk with their new ad?
- Campus Life
- September 13, 2018
Sept. 6, Nike’s new “Just Do It” ad campaign dropped during the NFL season opening game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Philadelphia Eagles. The day before, the ad appeared on social media and caused a stir because the ad is narrated by and features Colin Kaepernick, former San Fransisco 49ers quarterback. In 2016, he
READ MOREStudents ask philosophical questions, voice opinions at new club meetings
- Features
- September 13, 2018
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.
READ MOREMusic Review: Dream Wife delivers promising punk songs
- Campus Life
- April 26, 2018
One of the most powerful forces of nature is the all-girl rock group. When a new one pops up, you know they have a lot to say. The punk-inspired group Dream Wife just released their debut album of the same title Jan. 26, 2018. The trio, with roots in London, is inspired by artists like
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Movie Review: “Tomb Raider” seizes upon familiar format
- Campus Life
- March 22, 2018
Lara Croft and the “Tomb Raider” franchise have been a fixture in video games for the last 20 years. As a protagonist, Croft serves as the female equivalent of Indiana Jones and has helped to recruit legions of female gamers, especially in the new millennium. In 2013, Croft’s story was reimagined by game developers, and
READ MOREMusic Review: K. Flay delivers polarizing, captivating album
- Campus Life
- March 22, 2018
In her second album, “Everywhere is Somewhere,” K. Flay has managed to encapsulate an incredibly broad range of emotion, from angst to new love. Her sound and lyrics breach an edginess that never fails to polarize listeners. “Everywhere is Somewhere” is not an album for a family roadtrip, but it will move or entertain many
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Review: “The 15:17 to Paris”: Real-life drama derails in film debut
- Campus Life
- March 1, 2018
When you tell certain stories, some thought should be put into how you want them to be interpreted and absorbed. In the case of adapting them for the screen, some of these stories benefit from being portrayed as feature films. Films with ensemble casts can accurately recreate stories and deliver strong performances, which elicit appropriate
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