College drinking has yet again been brought to the forefront of national debate, especially as college presidents, such as Elizabethtown College’s own Ted Long push for the drinking age to be lowered from 21 to 18.
However, the Elizabethtown College community has mixed feelings about this movement that, according to Justin Pope of the Associated Press, [...]
Feb 5th, 2008
by Lily Newhouse
Does Elizabethtown College’s alcohol policy encourage drunk driving? Undoubtedly, the administration would respond with a resounding “no.” But realistically? It’s possible.
Administrators who defend the school’s alcohol policy would also condemn binge drinking – it’s unhealthy, dangerous, and often leads to deteriorating academic performance. But anyone who has been to college knows that binge [...]