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welcome class of 2010
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August 23, 2006
the Etownian
Most selective class: tough on students, good for College
Julie M. Fisher people are interested in what we not affect the College financially. give back to the school in return. Because of new faculties and
News Editor have to offer." "The increase in applications "Elizabethtown has grown new majors, as well as a variety of
The incoming first-year class does nothing for the college fi- in the last couple of years, [and other developing items, Elizabeth-
Elizabethtown College is represents a commitment to nancially' Cramer said. "It does, we] sort of reached the point... town is becoming more attractive
continuing to exceed expec- academics, with 33 percent however, serve as an indication we wanted to be in terms of that to prospective students.
tations with a higher selectivity graduating in the top 10 percent that the College is utilizing its re- growth," Cramer said. "The idea "I think the growth that we see
for admissions that resulted in a of their class and 25 students sources, financial and otherwise, was that the students we were on campus ... causes a great deal
larger group of students arriving named valedictorians attracting were of excitement on campus, and all
on campus this fall. and salutatorians. as strong as of that makes my job a lot easier,"
"Elizabethtown had never had The Office of Ad- possible ... and Cramer said "I don't have to create
over 3,000 applications, and we missions had ex- people that are the excitement through brochures
had almost 3,400," Paul Cramer, pected to admit 510 going to make or letters. When students come to
vice president of enrollment in new students, but the Elizabethtown campus, they see that. We have
admissions, said. class is larger than was a more interest- open houses ... to bring students
The admittance rate has planned; the total size is ing place." to see the excitement."
dropped from 63 percent to 58 537. However, the size There maybe Now that the class of 2010
percent in the past year, a record of the class should not a larger amount has been chosen, the current
low for Elizabethtown College. affect orientation and ofstudentsinthe task is settling in at Elizabeth-
"That's a good sign of selectiv- the activities scheduled incoming class town College and reaching
ity," Cramer said "It makes it tough to take place in the next from a higher individual potential.
on the applicants, but it's very good few days. academic per- "They're a qualified bunch,"
for the college. The value of the "Our retention at centile of their Cramer said. "We've admitted a
degree is growing and a lot more Elizabethtown is very Photo: Sarah Spetgang high school, but lot of these students because of
strong, and that has Peer mentor Todd Fidler sizes up a first-year student at different schools the good things that they were
caused a full house," summer orientation. Orientation took place in mid-June, have different doing through their high school
Cramer said. "I don't when students met their mentors and first-year advisors. profiles to fit, ac- years, and our expectations are
think it's going to ad- cording to Cra- that they're going to be continu-
versely affect the [orientation] in the best, most attractive way mer. For Elizabethtown, students ing with these activities. I also
experience and Residence Life is possible." admitted also have a wide range of hope that they get a little bit from
Emergency
Ext. 1111 making sure to take care of all the The selectivity for the class of qualifications, such as music and Elizabethtown, and do things that
Campus Security students and the College is doing 2010 was not focused on the literal theater, athletes and writers, giving they aren't expecting."
a great job of accommodating growth the class would add to the the college "a variety of different
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everyone." college, but finding people that areas to make Elizabethtown a Additional reporting:
The increase in students should would benefit from the college and more interesting place to be." Kylar Krebs
ii-of-yo^rc Vina** wirip-ranging pursuits, interests
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[email protected] Natalie Smeltz This fall, the campus wel- an Adopt-a-Survivor program from their families to attend
Counseling Services Managing Editor comes a Kung Fu instructor, a for Holocaust survivors. Also the College.
Ext. 1405 mountain climber, a composer following in the footsteps of As they focus on what the fu-
etown.edu/counseling/ They can save a life, write and Civil War re-enactor. Lit- the institution's alumni, over ture holds, the first-year students
Disability Services a feature film, race a sail- erature was also a 60 are "CHIP's, meaning stu- bring unique personalities and
Ext. 1185 boat and play the bagpipes. popular interest dents who are not the first aspirations to campus.
[email protected] With over 3,000 applicants and among appli
Learning Services 537 students from across the cants with
Ext. 1185 globe, the Class of 2010 is any- 70 who
etown. edu/learning/ thing but ordinary. Diverse,
accomplished and ambi-
tious; the incoming
Dining Services first-year class rep
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Blue Bean Cafe and seven for-
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Ext. 1408 This class even published her
[email protected] includes 25 own novel.
Financial Aid valedictorians or salutatorians While these stu-
participated
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etown. edu/finaid/ percent of their class. Almost traditional, the first-
Health Center 200 first-years were members years are keeping athletics
Ext. 1169 of their high school's National Etown's legacy alive.
etown.edu/healthservices/ Honor Society, among them More than half of
ITS m the organization's state presi- the students follow states c\\A,d foreign
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etown.edu/its/ The Class of 2010, like many College motto "Ed-
Ccmt/itrles are represented
[email protected] before, consists of students ucate for Service,"
Residence Life who were involved in athlet- participating in high
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high school years. Over half ities. One member
ompiledfrom 2005-06 were student athletes and 253 of the class trains
Etown College Directory participated in music, dance guide dogs while an-
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special edition
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August 23, 2006 the Etownian
Freshman 15: easily avoidable by eating right
the Etownian
Krysten A. Jones setting your food consumption is also essential in a diet and aid in piling on the pounds. Col-
Assistant Editor and energy levels. may help to boost metabolism. lege requires a lot of still time,
the board
With a college meal plan, all Choices like grilled chicken or between sitting in classes all day
The transition into college three meals become an all-you- broiled fish are good low-fat and studying in the library all
Editor in Chief
life can be difficult for any can-eat fest. So be sure to watch protein options to considerJaB night, resulting in less time to
Joshua T. Andrzejewski
first-year student. The concerns your portion sizes and not to course, there's nothing wrong actually burn off calories.
Managing Editor
surrounding classes, social life over do it. Eating on the slower with visiting the dessert section,! The Body Shop, located
Natalie A. Smeltz
and assignments are enough to side can help with this, since it just remember to keep every- downstairs in the Brossman
Assistant Editor
make students' heads spin. With takes the brain roughly 20 min- thing in moderation. Commons, is a great place to
Krysten A. Jones
all of this, the last thing any in- utes to realize the stomach is full. Outside of the Marketplace, go to stay active. There are a
coming student needs to worry This will also help you resist the its. a good idea tqsteer clear of varietj^f cardio machines,
Layout Editor
about is the dreaded "freshman desire to go back for seconds. the vending machines in the weight r lines and free
Brian J. Rossell
15." There are a few easy-to-fol- Another easy step to follow doraas as these are usually high weights to aid in the fight
Copy Editor
low steps and lifestyle changes is selecting low fat options calorie snack foods and sugar- against the "freshman 15."
Veronica Mikitka
that one can make in order to when they are availabllee,. Frjr**rich candies. As an alternate, If thf gym is not the place
News Editor
ward off the "freshman 15." instance, picking a glass of skim try to keep healthy snacks like for yoj| there are other places
Julie M. Fisher
The first thing to do is to milk over regular milk is a good granola bars and fruit 'frf^jwiqr on cajpipus to work out. The
Features Editor
watch what you are consuming. way to cut roughly 90 calories. dorm room. Above all else with pool and track are open to
Jenna M. Lef ever
It's important to eat three bal- Replacing regular soft drinks food consumption, be aware of students when team prac-
Campus Life Editor
anced meals a day and to do so at with diet soda or water is an- what your body is telling you. tices aren't taking place. The
Laura E. Marks
relatively regular times. While it other great way to cut about 125 Dont eat just to eat, only eat Thompson Gymnasium also
Opinion Editor
may seem difficult, forcing your- calories from your diet. when you're actually hungry. has ba^ketbaliand racquetball
Jesse C. Markley
self to roll out of bed an extra 15 It's also a good idea to include Besides diet, it is also impor- courts for student use.
Sports Editor
minutes earlier for breakfast is fruits and vegetables in every tant to remember to stay active. There are also a variety of in-
Alexander Cole
absolutely vital. This first meal meal. These are a lower calorra While it's all too easy to live a tramural sports offered through-
Photography Editor
is what jump starts your me- option to fill up on before eat- largely sedentary life in college, out the school year that can pro-
Daniel M. Debes
tabolism for the day and aids in ing higher calorie foods. Protein this sloth-like attitude will really vide a fun way to stay active.
Assistant Layout Editor
Exciting, entertaining Elizabethtown excursions
Steven D. Vernaci
Assistant News Editor
Joshua T. Andrzejewski delicious water ice and custard and includes Etown Diner $$
Megan L. Hoffa
& Krysten A. Jones sugar-free options. Serving breakfast all day long, the chefs
Assistant Features Editor
Editor & Assistant Editor Located at: 30 N. Market St. here can make a mean omelet and satisfy
Amanda L. Coleman
Pizza: anyone's sweet tooth with a- smooth and
Asst. Campus Life Editor
First-year students looking for some A staple of the college diet, pizza is the creamy milk shake.
Heather L. Faulhefer
nearby activities this weekend may enjoy perfect beginning to a night out on the town Located at: 825 S. Market St.
Assistant Opinion Editor
some of the following activities, all located and a fantastic complement to a quiet night T.J. Rockwell's $$$
Liz C. Kirk
within the town. For directions, use Eliza- in front of the TV with friends. Best of all: no With an outdoor patio and the famous
Assistant Sports Editor
bethtown, PA 17022 on randtncnally.com or plates or silverware to wash afterward, and Rhino Fries, Rockwell's is a step up from
Jessica L. Allen
your favorite search engine. it's just as delicious the next morning. the Marketplace.
Asst. Photography Editor
Brother's PizzaJjM,. Located at: 800 Mt-Gretna Rd.
Jill K. Hugus
$$$ - Run tot the bank A variety of Italian fare and American Movies:
$$-Grab the wallet cuisine make this local eatery stand out Whether you want to catch "Snakes on
Business Manager
$ - Pocket change sufficient from the crowd. a Plane" or rent one of your old favorites,
Shaleen A. Spulio
Located at: 256 S. Market St. Elizabethtown offers many options for a
Advertising Manager
Ice Cream: Call: 717-367-5878 cinematic experience.
Chad W. Strauss
Students looking for a frosty treat during Metro Express $ A to Z Video $
Online Editor
a hot afternoon can find relief at one of the Amazingly low prices that will be easy on A cheaper option with great deals and
Kyle A. Brady
following Ice Cream shops in town. the wallet without sacrificing taste. free memberships.
Twin Kiss $ Located at: 1670 S. Market St. Located at: 1607 S. Market St.
Faculty Adviser
In addition to ice cream, patrons can also Call: 717-367-6719 Movietown Cinemas $$
Kirsten Johnson
find delicious burgers and other snacks. Restaurants: To see the latest hit releases, make sure
Located at: 901 N. Hanover St. For anything from a romantic date to a gath- you arrive early, because this small theater
Rita's Water Ice $ ering with newly-made friends, check out one can sell out quick.
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The nation's largest Italian Ice chain offers of the following nearby sit-down restaurants. Located at: 700 N. Hanover St.
student newspaper of
Elizabethtown College.
All editorial decisions
From the desk of...
Edward D. Barker are made by the student
editors. With theexcepHon
Student Senate President
of editorials, opinions
presented here are those
Welcome to Elizabeth- campus news, along with other duty to bring your issues to more information about of quoted sources or
town College! I hope publicity, to find out who your the Senate floor and to the Student Senate during ori- signed authors, not of The
everyone enjoyed their sum- student senators are for the administration. entation weekend. Etownian or the College.
mer and are now ready to 2006-07 school year. Senate meetings are held If any first-year student
The Etownian is
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For everyone who is not will be sure to tackle all of the ness Building. The meetings they will have the chance
by The Press and Journal,
familiar with Student Sen- issues that the students have are open to all members of the to announce their bids for
Middletown.
ate, I'd like to take the time on this campus. We will take college community. election at Campaign 2006,
to introduce the Senate and these issues to the adminis- At these meetings we will which will be held Friday, Submissions to The
let you know what we can do tration, making them aware hear administrative reports August 25, in Leffler Cha- Etownian are always
for the students. of needed changes, because and vote on numerous pro- pel. welcomed. We will make
The Student Senate is we are committed to making posals. Be sure to read your I hope that everyone enjoys every effort to print
submissions, but do not
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promise publication.
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Submissions may be
eight representatives from If there is ever a concern or what is being resolved at each be satisfied with your deci-
printed anonymously
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sports
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the Etownian August 23, 2006
etown athletics • pro sports • ncaa coverage "^^ www.etownian.com/sports high school football • Olympics • analysis
Passion characterizes players, fans
Alexander Cole eventual National Champion Messiah was shockingly left out of the NCAA
Sports Editor College 2-Tin overtime. Tournament.
Last year's co- captain, Brian Healy The team was led by Mel Slessinger
Elizabethtown College ath- ('06), was named as a National Soc- ('06) who was named an All-American
letics can be characterized cer Coaches' Association of America by the National Field Hockey Coaches'
by one word: passion. (NSCAA) All-American. Association (NFHCA). The NFHCA
The athletes that are here on The women's soccer team (13-6, 5- earned the National Academic Team
campus play their respective 2) finished third overall in the Com- Award by achieving a team GPA of 3.0
sports because they have a pas- monwealth Conference. They were or higher during the first semester of
sion for them. Etown athletes eliminated in the semi-finals of the the 2005-06 academic year.
are not here on scholarships, Commonwealth playoffs. The team was Etown volleyball (17-15, 4-3) made
because the College has a Divi- headlined by NSCAA All-Mid-Atlan- the Commonwealth Conference play-
sion III athletic program. tic Region players, co-captains senior offs. Junior Kelly Downs was named
All the hard work they Dana Moyer and sophomore Brooke to the All-Commonwealth Conference
put into the off-season is Dotterer. Second Team.
not mandatory. They prac- The women's tennis team (14-4, The student body also shows a passion
tice 20-plus hours a week 5-1) won its second consecutive Com- for athletics. For the men's soccer game
and sometimes travel as monwealth Conference title. The team played at home against Messiah, there
far as four hours away only graduated one player and is the were a reported 2,000 fans at the game.
or games, while still preseason favorite to win its third At the Commonwealth Conference
ding classes and straight title. Senior Stacy Shapiro, Championship game at Messiah, Etown
rig in assignments juniors Laurelyn Foderaro and Emma had around 1,500 fans travel to Mes-
lime. Smith were all named to the All-Com- siah in near-freezing temperatures to
The athletes' monwealth Conference teams. support the team, not to mention the
passion for their Last season the men's and women's fans that brought out drums and other
4s orts show in cross-country teams set a new school noise-makers to help heckle Etown op-
;ii accom- recorded by sending four runners ponents at every game.
Ibments. - three males, one female - to the The Blue Jays were an impressive
.j>Q' Ikst fall sea- Division III National Championship 10-2 at home last season.
Etown's meet. An even greater honor bestowed Clearly Etown athletes are a special
;soccer(14- on these teams was being named to breed. Their passion for their sports
,6-1) was one the All-Academic Teams. The women showsOn and off the field as they excel
toe short of finished fifth overall in team GPA, in their roles as student athletes.
jaking it into while the men finished 13th overall in Etown fans are also one of a kind
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he NCAA the country. as they too continue to come out in
lurnament. Field hockey (13-5,4-3) finished the record numbers and support the blue
fey lost to season ranked 17th in the nation but and gray.
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Fall Sports: First Games
Soccer (M):
September 2: @ Westminster, 2 p.m.
Soccer (W):
September 2: vs. Christopher
Newport, 2 p.m.
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Tennis (W):
September 2: vs. Scranton, I p.m.
Field Hockey:
September l:@ Muhlenburg
Tournament, TBA
Volleyball:
September 2: vs. McDaniel, I p.m.
Cross Country (M):
September I: Capital City Classic
@ Messiah,TBA
Cross Country (W):
September I: Capital City Classic
@ Messiah,TBA
Photos: Etownian Archives www.etown.edu/sports
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on campus
Difficulties with overcrowding cause housing changes
Julie Fisher those students on campus into a students residing on campus is
News Editor comfortable living situation. lower than the target rate.
Mikus made clear that "ev- "When the College built
With the admission one of erything that has happened this an enrollment management
the largest first-year class, year so far was addressed to the plan, because there's such
Elizabethtown College is at the parents," but there were still many value placed in the residential
highest enrollment in history, issues brought to Residence Life experience, they would prefer
and because of this, there are a throughout the summer. that a vast majority of our
rising number of difficulties to "Specifically in regard to the students be residential," Mikus
work through. housing, the number of student we said. "And the goal the college
According to Elizabeth Rider, would project to move off"campus has set would be 85 percent
registrar and professor of psychol- into the local community was low- residential students."
ogy, President Theodore Long POPULATION: The college is currently
announced Aug. 22 that there at 81 percent with residen-
are 1,975 to 2,000 students cur- tial, full-time students.
rently enrolled on campus. One of the problems
One of the reasons, accord- with the high occupancy
ing to Paul Cramer, vice presi- at the College is in student
dent for enrollment in Admis- er than anticipated," Mikus said. housing placement. In this
sions, was because of the growing "There are some issues with some instance, Residence Life, and
retention rate, which means more ordinances within the town that many other administrative
students are choosing to return to students have been made aware departments, created more
the College. of... some of our local landlords transitional housing.
One of the most difficult aspects are apprehensive to lease to our "The college annually proj-
of having an overcrowded campus students, so there's no market for ects that a certain number of
is the issue of housing and where them to move downtown." students live in transitional
these students are reside. Currently, the college is at a housing," Mikus said. "This
"Given the challenges with 108 percent occupancy level for number is developed based on
the number of students we've those students living on campus; total enrollment projections
housed this fall, generally speak- eight percent higher than the and residency occupancy —
ing, the opening went rather expected rate. number of true beds, excluding,
Photo: Daniel M. Debes
well," Robert Mikus, director Even though the percent of transitional housing beds. Ober 360 is one of the new transitional rooms which houses four
of Residence Life, said. These occupancy has increased within It traditionally has fallen students. Creating more transitional rooms was one of the options
challenges consist of placing the residence halls, the percent of available for more space for students living in Residence Halls.
see STUDENTS, pg. 3
on campus special coverage
Internet policy agreed annually Rapid changes occur
Natalie Smeltz The committees looked over the existing fac- Joshua T. Andrzejewski
Managing Editor ulty and staff internet policy and thought minor Editor
changes could be made.
Starting next fall, Elizabethtown employees and "I thought we needed to bring the policy for With David Eller's arrest July 20 and his subsequent dismissal
staff will be asked to annually display their faculty and staff and students into one," Heasley from Elizabethtown College, several changes had to occur in
agreement to a revised internet policy. said. "We should bring them into alignment." rapid succession in order to prepare for the arrival of students and start
In a memo to the College in July, President The current College employee E-mail/Internet of classes.
Theodore Long addressed the necessity of review- Policy states: Eller's position as director of the Young Center has been filled on an
ing the policy and making modifications. "It is important for all Elizabethtown College interim basis by Donald Kraybill, distinguished College professor and
Long asked Director of Information and Tech- IT users to behave in a responsible, ethical and senior fellow of the Young Center. Kraybill formerly served as director
nology Services Ronald Heasley to organize a legal manner consistent with the spirit of the of the Young Center from 1989 to 1996. Before that, he chaired the
meeting in conjunction with the announcement. College's pledge of integrity as well as state and sociology and social work department from 1979 to 1985.
Representatives from two advisory committees, federal laws." "I'm happy to help out to keep our programs operating," Kraybill
the Instructional Resources and Technology In addition, "all members of the community are said about his new position. "We really scrambled hard to get the fall
Committee and the Administrative IT Advisory expected to behave ethically in this community programs in place."
Committee, met at the end of July to review the E- and to respect the diversity and privacy of people It was important for those programs to be planned and announced
mail/Internet Policy and determine where changes within and outside the electronic community." as soon as possible, because the center is currentiy in the midst of an
were necessary. While employee and student computers are not National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) challenge grant With
"Events from this past summer prompted the searched for content on campus, all members of 16 months left and $600,000 to raise, the Young Center staff is working
president to ask us to review existing policies," the College community will be asked to sign an hard to get past the recent controversies.
Heasley said.
see POLICY, pg. 3 see CHANGES, pg. 3
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I16WS Interest rates rise for plus, Stafford loans
Brian Rossell Most of the impact of this rate These high interest rates, how- 1. Interest rates of 2.5 percent
Layout Editor increase will be felt primarily ever, come at a particularly bad or lower—rates that many pre-
Starbucks is withdraw- by those who previously held time, as college tuition contin- vious borrowers had on their
ing a coupon offer for College students and parents Federal loans. ues to increase annually. loans—are a thing of the past
free iced coffee sent to across Pennsylvania are be- "If we have to spend more Nearly two-thirds of all Ameri- However, the new fixed rate
southeastern employees ginning to feel the pinch as the money to pay back tuition when can college students have some loans are in place to protect
by e-maiL interest rate on Stafford loans we graduate school, then we'll just sort of student loan, and this loan borrowers from extreme spikes
The e-mail, meant to be - the most common type of have less money to donate back repayment often causes financial in the interest rates and make
forwarded to the friends financial assistance acquired by to Elizabethtown College in the hardship on the graduate. long-term repayment easier.
and family of the employ- students - rises yet again. This future," junior James Troxell said. The interest rates on new Staf- Currendy, there is legislation
ees, was widely distrib- rise in interest will cause an ap- This interest rate increase ford and PLUS loans are fixed for in Congress to try to cut the
uted to more people over proximate increase of as much as reflects the trend of rising the lifetime of the loan. New inter- Federal Student Loan interest
the Web. $2,880 per year per student. interest rates in the economy. est rates are determined every July rates in half.
Because too many peo- The interest rate on Stafford
ple have claimed the offer, loans rose from 5.3 percent to Will
the coupon is not valid at 7.14 percent on old loans and
any of the locations. to 6.8 percent on new loans.
Parents, too, cannot escape the in the
Warren Steed Jeffs, the rate increase, as the rate on
Polygymist leader of the PLUS loans increased from 6.1
Fundamentalist Church of percent to nearly 8 percent on
Jesus Christ of Latter-day old loans and increased to 8.5
Saints, has finally been ar- percent on new loans. PLUS The RED ZONE refers to the critical and dangerous time when sexual
assaults are most likely to occur for first-year college women on college
rested a few miles outside loans, according to studentaid.
campuses nationwide. The RED ZONE begins right at the start of the
of Las Vegas. ed.gov, are loans parents can take semester and continues until approximately the first semester break.
Jeffs, who was on the out if there is an undergraduate
FBI's Most Wanted List, is student enrolled part time. First-year female students are particularly vulnerable to experiencing a sexual
assault during the RED ZONE because of their: l) unfamiliarity with the
facing sexual misconduct According to Robert Boro-
culture and geography of campus; 2) curiosity to test their new level of
charges from allegedly sage, co-director of Campaign for independence without parental constraints; and 3) engagement in behaviors
arranging marriages be- America's Future, this rate increase such as, drinking excessively and partying, as a way to be socially accepted and
tween underage girls and also illustrates Congress' inability /or cope with feelings of insecurity and loneliness. Attackers perceive these
vulnerabilities and sense that these women are easy to manipulate.
older men. to make college affordable.
"The failure of the current To be safe in the RED ZONE, it is important for women, particularly first-
A new report from the administration and Congress to year students, to not only protect yourself, but also reduce your risk of being
Massachusetts Depart- make college affordable for all sexually assaulted. Here are some tips that may be helpful:
ment of Health declared qualified students is a disservice
♦ Walk with a Buddy
that there was a 10 per- to the country," Borosage said. ♦ Pay attention to your surroundings
cent increase of nicotine The new interest rates on Feder- ♦ Lock your car
in cigarettes in the last al Stafford and PLUS loans are now ♦ Stay sober / Stay alert
six years. fixed at their respective percent- ♦ Trust your instincts
♦ Communicate your limits clearly
The rise of nicotine in ages. The old, variable rate loans
cigarettes is not determined were tied to the bond-equivalent For more information or assistance contact:
by brand, but KOOL, ac- rate for 91-day Treasury Bills (T-
cording to the study, rose bills) plus a premium, typically > Counseling Services
about 20 percent. 3.1 percent for PLUS loans and 1.7 extension 1405
> Sexual Assault Prevention & Counseling Center
This is the first informa- percent to 2.5 percent for the most
717-392.7273 (24 hour hotline)
tional release concerning recent Stafford loans. The interest
nicotine in cigarettes in rate limit on old PLUS loans was REMEMBER; WO MEANS MO!
more than six years. 9 percent, while old Stafford loans
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responsible for leaking
covert CIA agent Valerie
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in 2003.
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New restrictions for study abroad travel
Changes:
Susan Roth bring with them onto airplanes. Airport cell phones. Information Brethren Colleges
Staff Writer security has become so rigorous that Abroad (BCA) sent to students late in the reassigned
Continental, Delta, Northwest and United summer included a letter suggesting stu-
If preparing for three months out of the Airlines now recommend passengers arrive dents research foreign affairs before leaving,
classes
country wasn't enough of a challenge, stu- at least three hours early for flights. so as to prepare themselves for the "lively
dents studying abroad during the next year The TSA's new regulations prohibit debate" they may encounter abroad.
can expect new airport security guidelines "liquids, gels, lotions and other items of This summers events have not deterred "We're building confidence with our
to truly put their packing skills and patience similar consistency" in carry-on baggage, Wemm students from pursuing the oppor- constituents," Kraybill said.
to the test. including those purchased in airports be- y abroad, however. Another position needing to be
In light of the averted terrorist attacks in yond the che< -KpQfl^^H IFare nearly 80 students registered filled after Eller's dismissal was that of
England this summer, security measures such as gel deod< sTudyjroroad this fall," said associate chair of the religious studies depart-
have been intensified for all passengers, es- liquid mascara, rooihp. the Office of International Pro- ment. Christina Bucher, dean of the
pecially those traveling outside the U.S. ages. All of these items are only James Hilton. "To my knowledge faculty, named Jeffrey Long, associate
British police arrested 24 Islamic extrem- in checked luggage. nonthave changed plans due to the threat professor of religious studies, chair of
ists Aug. 10 who were planning to bring Exceptions include prescnpMj ofter^rism." the department in early August after
down 10 airplanes en route from England cations and other liquids necessary Is Oa-JnVcontrary, according to Hilton, consultation with the three, full-tirae
to the United States. The alleged plot was to medical reasons^-contact solution and "soiic die hui^belW students applying for study faculty members of the department,
detonate liquid explosives on the planes us- cosmetics and personal hygiene items as abroad progr^s is growing. Elizabethtown including assistant professor Michael
ing an electronic device, such as a cell phone, such lipstick, lip balm and similar solids." . has affixations with Queen's Uj|||§rsity in Long as well as chaplain and director
as a trigger. According to British authorities, A frequendy-upda^Rist of permitted England, Nihon Universjfii! la, Aus of religious life Tracy Sadd.
the individual components would appear and prohibited items for carry-on and traLearn,. which grams Since Eller's course load only con-
harmless until assembled and detonated. checked luggage can be found on the TSAs in Atj^wa BCA, sisted of teaching two classes per year,
Had their plan worked, it would have Web site, www.tsa.gov. which incli :ountries Bucher does not anticipate that there
caused "mass murder on an unimaginable In addition to packing appropriately for around the will be a need to hire additional faculty
scale," Scodand Yard said. the flight, study abroad organllatidns are There is no indication of whether these to fill the void left by his departure.
These events, in addition to overall grow- giving students recommendations as to new, more stringent airport security mea- "I hope the new director [of the
ing concern about air travel safety, have led how to conduct themselves when traveling sures are temporary or permanent; however, Young Center] will be able to teach
to new guidelines and procedures to ensure outside the United States. For example, a list as long as students continue to plan ahead within the department," she said.
passengers' safety. The Transportation Se- of safety precautions in Elizabethtown Col- and prepare themselves for the experience, Long's promotion to chair of the
curity Administration (TSA) has created lege's pre-departure packet warns students they represent just another hurdle in the religious studies department will in-
stricter guidelines for what passengers can to be careful not to talk loudly in English on process required for a semester abroad. crease the adrninistrative work he is
required to do, but Bucher does not
on campus on campus
think this will be a problem for him,
Students: crowds in house having chaired the core committee in
Policy: revised
the past.
"I think he'U need time to adjust,"
Internet/e-mail somewhere between 25 to 50, but a projec- well as an inconvenience to the roommate. Bucher said, "[but] I have great confi-
tion is just an educated guess." "It's going to be more difficult than hav- dence in his abilities... he's well liked by
Many lounges have been made into tran- ing my own room and having the freedom students as well as faculty colleagues."
signed by all
sitional rooms, holding up to three or more to move about," Brethauer said. "There are Eller's first-year seminar class has
students. In Schlosser Hall, first-year Ashley other resources that I can use, like the RA of- been reassigned to Sadd, who will now
electronic contract each year when they Soltis, who is living with two other girls, has fice to do my programming, scheduling and teach two sections ofher seminar, titled
register their computer saying they will no problem with transitional housing. such. And if I need confidentiality space, I "Big Theological Questions." The class
abide by all guidelines. "It's been really nice for us because of have the RA office." will explore issues of faith and allow
Students already do this when reg- the new furniture and we're all nice to each RA payment will increase to compen- the first-year students to study in the
istering; however, everyone using the other. It's a nice room," Soltis said. "It's defi- sate for the roommates, but the office of religious studies department during
campus Internet will be required to do nitely enough space for the three of us." residence life was unable to give the exact their first semester.
so next school year, including faculty There were 34 new living arrangements figures. Also, roommate contracts are a According to Marianne Calenda,
and staff. created for students within Brinser and necessity, according to Allison Bridgeman, newly hired dean of students, most of
Since not all members of the com- Myer Halls. associate director of Residence Life. There's the first-years in Eller's seminar had
mittees were able to meet this summer, "I like living here, now that it's fi- not a lot of space if roommates have any also indicated an interest in Sadd's.
Heasley will have another session with nally situated," Sara Schreffler, a sopho- conflicts, where in the past they would move "It was fortunate that Tracy was
the two groups next month to develop a more living in one of the triples, said. to a guest suite for a night. available and willing to teach," Calen-
unified policy regarding the use of tech- She currently has no other roommates, "No moves can happen before October 2, da said. "People really came forward
nology resources. but is possibly waiting for a transfer which we'll say every year," Bridgeman said. to help."
Some changes may include the policy student to join her. "It's been an uphill "This year it's really not possible." Calenda was also involved in gaug-
name, which could become the Accept- battle with Residence Life. It's hard to Mikus believes that the campus can ing student reaction to the situation,
able Use Policy after several recom- get it figured out." "absolutely not" hold any more students in which took place in the summer
mendations. Also being considered are Another alternative to housing stu- the upcoming years if the numbers pass this months following the incident Resi-
the guidelines for appropriate use of dents was placing them with a resident semester's amount. dence Life helped identify a small group
computers in labs and offices as well as assistant (RA). Cramer said that the goal for the number of students that met with Calenda in
the Internet and e-mail. "Clearly the decision to ask our student of admitted students for next year will still her office to discuss their response to
"As technology changes over time, it's staff to have roommates was unquestionably be 510, but if the growing retention rate the situation.
more to let people know because some the last resort," Mikus said. "I don't think any continues, that number may be lowered. "They were disappointed," Calen-
aren't aware some things aren't accept- of us philosophically think that it should be "There's so many people to thank for da said, "[but] they felt this was
able," Heasley said. standard practice." making this happen," Mikus said. The something the student body could
The committees agreed to keep the Sarah Brethauer, RA in Founders Hall, Business Office, Registration and Records work through"
policy general as it was in the past. has a first-year roommate. and other administrative departments have She made it clear that the students'
"I don't think any major changes will "I'm not accustomed to it, because I contributed to helping students become priorities included the preservation of
be made, really," Heasley said. did live by myself for a year, but I made situated on campus. the student-faculty relationship, a swift
Some revisions may include addi- adjustments to make it the best situa- But according to Mikus, Eli Saylor, a resolution that wouldn't affect the entire
tional rules on downloading and using tion possible," Brethauer said. "It's really member of Facilities Management has of- school year and a measured response
mp3 files. opened my eyes. Now I can relate easier fered much time and effort. that balanced safety and personal free-
As for a written contract similar to the to a first-year student, because now I'm "That man's done the work of three dom in terms of Internet usage.
Pledge of Integrity, Long said there will getting a first-hand experience." people in the last few weeks without "I think it's great to involve students
most likely be a sign-off policy or ac- Because RAs need to designate more complaint and with dedication," Mikus whenever we have a campus incident,"
knowledgement of the policy on a regu- time to students in their hall, such as help- said. "He's the epitome of someone we Calenda said. "Their input helped us
lar basis, but the vehicle to accomplish ing them and planning activities, some feel talk about as someone who represents shape our response."
that has not yet been determined. having a roommate may hinder the RA as the best of our community."
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McClellan named interim provost for academic year
Amanda Coleman teaching at the College. g reatt es.4t- „a ~c\~h '*i ^e,vr^e «m-,,-.e»-n« 4t- rs- nafsrxe (fra\wm\ \i 1l1yT Tv7a1c/-aift 1i AoTnI tt \h\ \i Os Cs 1u1 XmX\ 1 mer
yet to come." at Cedar Point on Lake Erie
A native of Chambers-
Assistant Features Editor
Outside of his busy life which he described as an "awe-
burg, McClellan grew up
at Elizabethtown College, some" experience.
Last May, Elizabethtown with his parents, who ran
McClellan enjoys playing "I feel very fortunate to
College named professor restaurants.
golf; he does not get the have a great family," McClellan
and chair of the department McClellan majored in
chance to do this as often said. "I also am proud of the
of political science Fletcher government in his under-
as he would like. faculty, students and alumni
McClellan interim provost and graduate studies at Franklin
He also enjoys spend- of the political science depart-
senior vice president for the and Marshall College and
ing time with his family ment for all their achieve-
2006-07 academic year. later pursued his master's
and stays involved in his ments. Finally, I'm grateful
He was offered the position degree in political science
kids' lives by acting as the to have played a small part in
by President Theodore Long from East Tennessee State
coach for his son's baseball the tremendous progress the
after Provost David Parkyn University.
team and his daughter's College has made in the last
resigned last spring to become He earned his doctorate
basketball team. quarter-century."
president of North Park Col- at the University of Tennes-
He considers his family For the future, McClellan has
lege in Chicago. see-Knoxville. Although he
to be "serious sports fans" plans to take a sabbatical dur-
This, however, is not the has already achieved much
whose favorite teams, in ing the 2007-08 academic year,
first time that Provost McClel- in his personal life and here
no particular order, are and will spend part of that time
lan has served in a position of at Elizabethtown College,
Photo: Daniel M. Debes the Phillies, Tennessee teaching in Dalian, China.
this kind. McClellan still has high
This is Fletcher McClellan's second Vols, Eagles, Penn State "Beyond that, I'm sure
During Long's first year hopes for the future. time as interim provost. He served in
Nittany Lions and "the something exciting will come
in 1997, McClellan served as "I'm having trouble de- the position for a semester in 1997.
Blue Jays, of course, ex- along," McClellan said.
interim provost for a semes- ciding between the walk off
cept when we play F&M in McClellan currently resides
ter. He also acted as associate home run I hit for the Phil-
dean of the faculty from 1995 lies in the seventh game of Masters golf tournament," football," McClellan said. in Palmyra with his wife Jane,
to 2001. Since 1982, McClellan the World Series against the McClellan said. "What this re- He also likes riding roller his two children Nate and Katy
has devoted his time solely to Yankees or winning my eighth ally means, I think, is that my coasters and spent part of his and their poodle Reggie.
on campus
Beware of phishing: proceed with caution, discretion
Computer
not the result of a particular incident on ministrators do have access to Facebook
Jenna Lefever
Features Editor campus, Heasley says it is a necessary and anyone can sign in to the site if they security tins:
precaution to take in effort to avoid any know the correct password.
These days computers seem to be a breaches of security. Heasley offers one more piece of
college student's best friend. They "Security on the Internet continues to advice for Facebook and other social 1. Avoid phishing e-mails.
are ideal for communication and pro- be a concern for everyone," Heasley said. network users.
vide limitless information. However, "There's constantly people trying to hack "Use discretion in the photos you 2. Create secure passwords
without following certain precautions, into systems." post," Heasley said. "If you want a job on
computers can also potentially become Heasley says password security is not the campus or off, and someone looks at your 3. Be aware of information on
only step to take to avoid identity theft. photos on Facebook, it could affect if or if
one's enemy. social networks such as
According to CompUSA, the leading "I think at this point, having anti-virus not the person is hired." Facebook.com and
and anti-spyware software is the most For more information on the new pass-
computer retailer and service provider Myspace.com.
important thing," Heasley said. word policy and computer tips, please visit
in America, college students are at high
Heasley also advises students to be the ITS Web site at www.etown.edu/ITS.
risk of becoming victims of identity
theft. With personal information - from aware of Trojan horses.
bank account numbers to Social Security "A Trojan horse is software
numbers - stored on computers, students that gets on your computer
should follow several pieces of advice to when you download some-
protect themselves. Follow these tips for thing, often from music Web
a safe and secure semester. sites, and it comes without
First, recognize and avoid phishing you knowing it," Heasley said.
e-mails. "They often keep track of what
CompUSA defines phishing e-mails you type on your computer
as "fabricated correspondence made to and send the information to
look like they were sent from a cred- other places, such as credit
ible, well-known Web site or company" card information if you are
Students are advised not to respond to shopping online."
these e-mails, and especially not to give Third, be aware of personal
any sensitive personal information over information on social net-
works such as Facebook.com
the Internet.
Second, it is essential that students and Myspace.com.
create secure passwords. CompUSA advises stu-
Ron Heasley, executive director of dents not to post personal
Information and Technology Services information such as telephone
(ITS), recently implemented a new numbers, home addresses and
password policy for all students, faculty birthdays on these sites. While
and staff to encourage computer security. anyone can have a Myspace
Guidelines state that new passwords account, Facebook is limited
must be at least eight characters long, to members of particular col-
cannot contain all or part of the user's lege and high school commu-
Photo: Daniel M. Debes
account name and must include a variety nities, workplaces and regions.
Identity theft is a growing threat to college students. All students, faculty and staff
of specific characters and symbols. Heasley says students should are required to change their passwords every 90 days and must adhere to new
While the new password policy is be aware that faculty and ad-
password guidelines.
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Willen rates Pennsylvania campgrounds in new guide
Jenna Lefever tion had already been filled. Willen then ers the best places to camp in the state. are two nearby.
Features Editor chose to write about tent campgrounds Sometimes he would take his two "There is a very small campground
in the state, realizing it would be a topic sons, ages eight and five, with him, with five campsites in Lancaster County
Labor Day weekend is quickly ap- of regional interest. sometimes he would go alone. Some- Central Park," Willen said. "There is
proaching and you haven't made Spending one year driving from site times he would stay the night, some- also Gifford Pinchot State Park that has
plans to go anywhere. You're almost to site and putting nearly 8,000 miles on times he wouldn't. a huge campground with almost 300
broke because you spent all your money his car, Willen traveled the state to visit One thing that was constant through- sites. It's nice because there are loops
on textbooks and you can't afford to drive nearly 75 different campgrounds and find out the whole year was Willen's wish to designated for RVs and areas strictly
to the beach or stay in a hotel. What to the best of the best. He then compiled his see a bear in the wild. Almost the entire designated for tents."
do, what to do - go camping. information to produce a guide that cov- year had passed and Willen had still not Willen says writing the camping
In his guide, "The Best in Tent Camp- seen one. On the very last night guide served as a useful tool for the
ing," Matt Willen, assistant professor of of his journey at Hearts Content Introduction to Professional Writing
English, rates and reviews the 50 best Campground in the Allegheny course he teaches.
places to go camping in Pennyslvania. National Forest, a bear came "Throughout the spring semester I re-
Willen's book was published in May and out and wandered near his camp ceived edited manuscripts back," Willen
it rates each camping area in six catego- site, but Willen slept through it. He said. "The day before the last day of the
ries: beauty, privacy, spaciousness, quiet, heard about it the next morning, semester I received a box of the finished
security and cleanliness. and his 15 year experience of living published books. It was a great teach-
Willen began his project about two in Pennsylvania without seeing a ing resource for the class because the
years ago. When he received an e-mail bear continues. students could see just how the process
from a friend about Menasha Ridge Press While the guide includes in- worked."
looking for an author to write "60 Hikes formation on 50 camgrounds, Willen's other interests include music
Within 60 Miles: Pittsburgh," Willen Willen said there are two that and photography. He is currently us-
responded to the inquiry, but the posi- became his favorites. ing his skills in the latter for his latest
"Penn-Roosevelt State Park project, "60 Hikes Within 60 Miles:
Call STS for the best deals Campground near State College Harrisburg."
to this year's top 10 Spring is such a beautiful place and really "I'm really getting into photography,"
Break destinations! Earn the secluded," Willen said. Willen said. "That started because I have
Willen also includes Beaver to take pictures for my hiking book."
highest rep commissions! Ask
Meadows Campground in the "60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Harris-
about our group discounts! Photo: Jill K. Hugus
Allegheny National Forest as a burg" is scheduled for publication in
Voted best party schedules. Assistant Professor of English Matt Willen
is the author of "The Best in Tent Camping: favorite. spring 2008. "The Best in Tent Camping"
1-800-648-4849
Pennsylvania." He is currently working on his As for quality campgrounds in is available at the College bookstore, Bor-
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next book, a guide to local hiking. the local area, Willen says there ders and Barnes & Noble for $14.95.
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Tanning alternatives offer healthy glow
Jayd-ed
Krysten Jones sunless tanning lotions to enhance their cases of melanoma have increased more
Assistant Editor health benefits. rapidly than any other cancer. There are
edge
The tanning effect of sunless tanning over 51,000 new cases of melanoma re-
Whether you're looking to keep the lotions is temporary, because dead skin ported to the ACS each year and there
Jenna Lefever golden glow from the summer cells will naturally fall off. This can be are probably an even greater number
Features Editor months or darken your porcelain skin, avoided by reapplying the lotions on a that go unreported. The Skin Cancer
sunless tanning products are a healthy daily basis. Foundation estimates that more than 1.5
Boy accused of animalistic behavior way to go. These alternatives to the dan- In reapplying the lotions, there is a million people will be diagnosed with
Last week, a 14-year-old boy in gerous rays of the sun still allow you to risk of having your skin turn an orange skin cancer this year alone.
Pennsylvania was charged with ha- obtain a gorgeous tan without the many hue. This unwanted side effect is easily To prevent the risks associated with
rassment for meowing at his 78-year- risks associated with the sun. avoided by lightly applying the sunless tanning, there are a few easy steps to
old neighbor, Alexandria Carasia. A new sunless tanning alternative, tanning lotions to joints and washing take and some products on the market
Carasia and the boy's family did not the Nuress Home Spray Tanning System, your hands with soap and water after to avoid. Long exposure to the sun
get along because Carasia com- marketed as the longest sunless tanning application. It is also important to fol- should be avoided. If it can't be, always
plained to police that their cat used product on the market, gives a tan that low the application directions for the wear a sunscreen lotion with an SPF of
her flower garden as a litter box. lasts up to 14 days. This product can product, as over use will result in an at least 15.
Carasia and the boy cannot seem also be used from the convenience of orange appearance. Products that may seem like self-tan-
to agree on the amount of times one's home. Fading will also occur after a few ning lotions, such as tanning amplifiers,
he meowed at her. The boy testi- Bronzers are another great alternative
fied Tuesday, Aug. 22, that he only to outdoor tanning. As a tinted makeup,
meowed at the woman twice, but bronzers offer a form of coloring that
she claims it happens every time he is great for the face and shoulders, but
sees her. they offer little or no protection from
The boy's attorney, David Martin, the sun.
Jr., said the charges should never have Sunless tanning lotions contain
been filed because it is a waste of time a colorless sugar, dihydrpxyacetone
for the police. District Judge Joseph (DHA), which interacts with dead
DeMarchis has decided to wait 90 surface skin cells acting to stain the
days before ruling and will base his skin darker. DHA is listed as the ac-
decision on the behavior of Carasia
and the boy within the 90 days. Courtesy Photos
Law above religion in New York
A New York priest is protesting a
$ 115 parking ticket that he received
in July. The Rev. Cletus Forson
rushed to Maimonides Medical
The new Nuress Home Spray Tanning System is
Center in Borough Park around
being used by celebrities like Sienna Miller. Earlex,
9:30 p.m. July 26 in response to an
Inc., the company that produces the tanning system,
emergency call from a parishioner has teamed with the Skin Cancer Foundation to
whose mother was in the hospital. promote sunless tanning.
Forson said he didn't have time to
look for a legal spot because the
days with a tanning promoters or tan accelerators
parishioner who made the call
suntan, but are extremely harmful to the skin.
was desperate for the priest to give
the harm These products promote tanning by
the sacrament of the sick. Forson
from the actually interacting with the sun to
demanded that the law not be ap-
sun is per- create a tan. This process accentuates
plied so seriously when he was at
manent. A the damage done to the skin.
the hospital to do his work as a
tive ingredient on reputable sunless suntan and burn can break down the Indoor tanning has become more
religious leader.
tanning lotions and those that do not DNA in skin cells leading to risks such popular with most of the public dis-
list it should be avoided. as an appearance of premature aging missing its damaging affects. Tanning
Teens strip down as temperature
Sunless tanning lotions offer a variety and skin cancer. booths emit a mixture of UVA and
goes up
of options. The products come in light, The most serious form of skin can- UVB rays to stimulate the sun. While
Dozens of Vermont teenagers
medium and dark tones. Many lotions cer associated with burns is melanoma. the indoor tanning industry claims that
have decided to beat the summer
also have an added sun protection fac- While it is almost 100 percent curable indoor tanning is harmless and may
heat by going nude. In the town of
tor (SPF). This provides a way to protect if diagnosed and removed in the early actually be healthy, the increased ex-
Brattleboro, Vt., public nudity isn't il-
your skin from the sun, since SPF fights stages, the cancer can be deadly if it posure to UVA and UVB rays increases
legal unless it's done to arouse sexual
against the sun's shorter wave, UVB rays, advances and spreads to other parts the risk of skin cancer.
gratification, so teens have been seen
and longer wave, UVA rays. Ingredi- of the body. With so many alternatives to outdoor
riding their bicycles, window shop-
ents such as vitamins, antioxidants and According to the American Cancer and indoor tanning, there's no reason to
ping and taking part in hula hoop
herbal extracts are also being added to Society (ACS), over the past 10 years, risk your health for a great tan.
contests without clothes. Vermont
is known for its live-and-let-live
Interested in being part or
traditions. Skinny-dipping and nude
sunbathing are also allowed. the Etownian?
Trouble arose when Theresa
Toney complained in August about
a group of naked people in a park-
ing lot. An ordinance was drafted There are many ways to get involved in Elizabethtown College's student-run
to ban public nudity and will be newspaper. From staff writers to photographers to layout designers, we're
voted on in September. When the
looking for volunteers that want to make a difference within the College
teens who "preferred to be nude
community. We currently have openings for two assistant copy editors,
heard about the ordinance, some
staged a nude sit-in. which are staff-level positions with a great opportunity for advancement. If
Twenty-three-year-old Ian Big- you're interested in any of these possibilities, send an e-mail to
elow said there are enough other
[email protected]. We'd love to hear from you!
major problems in the world, "So
why's it such a big problem if we
Come to an informational meeting tonight at 5:30p.m. in Steinman 101.
chose to get nude?"