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The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)

Easton mayoral debate recap

A Truman Scholar, Cham will work at Bloomberg after she graduates.

Fatimata Cham ’23 wins Pepper Prize

A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)

Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses

Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)

Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget

The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)

Bear sighted near campus

Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.

Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access

Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.

Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches

This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.

Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027

The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.

New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy

The Leopard for a Day program allows prospective, accepted and incoming students to shadow current students.

Leopard for a Day returns

Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)

Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget

Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.

Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access

The amended budget guidelines will provide clubs with extra funds for merchandise.

Student Government amends budget guidelines

Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.

Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections

Dean Tim Cox will choose Student Government representatives to select Pepper Prize finalists.

Changes made to Pepper Prize selection process

Neha Vora is one of at least two tenured professors to leave the college this semester. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

‘You can’t help but feel underappreciated’: Tenured professor Neha Vora leaving Lafayette

Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.

Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access

Professor Khadijah Mitchell will have the opportunity to teach at various medical schools at her new job. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)

Biology professor Khadijah Mitchell to depart for top cancer center

Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.

Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches

Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.

Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections

The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)

Easton mayoral debate recap

The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)

Bear sighted near campus

The primary election will be held on May 16.

Easton election guide: 2023 municipal primary

Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)

McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison

Twyleak Sexton, whose alleged actions resulted in the campus lockdown, was arrested in New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of RLS Media)

Campus locked down after shooting downtown, suspect apprehended

A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)

Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses

The accident occurred at the intersection of McCartney and High Streets.

College Hill traffic accident leaves student hospitalized

Public Safety has increased its presence on and off campus following the incident.

Gun flashed at students at Cattell Street house

Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents. (Photo by Seth Wenig for the Associated Press)

Lafayette weighs in on Trump arrest

Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)

McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison

The master plan will be finalized at the end of 2023.

Master plan recap: A year of envisioning change

Students and faculty have pressed the administration to speed up accessibility efforts.

Despite increased awareness, accessibility issues persist

The monument has been moved in the past, according to an Indigenous Rights Coalition leader.

College to consider Sullivan Monument proposals

This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.

Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027

The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.

New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy

Empty Threat was one of the student bands that performed at Lafchella.

Lafchella persists, rain or shine

Lafayette hosted two drag queens despite local backlash over similar events. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegelibrary on Instagram)

Drag Story Hour encourages LGBTQ+ inclusion

A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)

Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’

Ella Dalgliesh 25 created sculptures inspired by her family. (Photo courtesy of Ella Dalgliesh 25)

Sculpture class project ‘The 100’ makes artistic mark on campus

Remy Oktay 24 organized the dinner as a final assignment for his class. (Photo courtesy of Remy Oktay 24)

Student brings strangers together with secretive steak dinner

Maria Soukup 26 is trained in playing classical music on the violin. (Photo courtesy of Rae Shepard 26)

Student Artist Spotlight: Violinist Maria Soukup ’26 on her love for ‘shared language’ of playing

Hanoi Ragmen has performed in established venues in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Shaan Shuster 23)

Student Artist Spotlight: Shaan Shuster ’23 on his award-winning band

Zach Freiheiter 23 has been composing his own music since his first year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Zach Freiheiter 23)

Student Artist Spotlight: Zach Freiheiter ’23 on his composing journey

Juliana Soldat 24 sculpted pieces for her independent study that comment on mental health and personal struggles. (Photo courtesy of Juliana Soldat 24)

Student Artist Spotlight: Juliana Soldat ’24 depicts mental illness through sculpture

Isabella Lu 25 made archaeological illustrations for professor Ingrid Furniss upcoming book. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Lu 25)

Student Artist Spotlight: Isabella Lu ’25 digs into archeology illustrations

A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)

Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’

Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer will add to his impressive filmography this summer. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

Five new movies to look forward to this summer

Kendal Davis 26 tried vegan sandwiches and desserts from Easton Public Market. (Photo courtesy of Kendal Davis 26)

The best vegan options in Easton Public Market

Amadeus features critically acclaimed direction and performances. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #4 ‘Amadeus’

Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling give standout performances in La La Land. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #5 ‘La La Land’

Mia and Maddies offers desserts and flavors from around the world.

Small Business Spotlight: Mia and Maddie’s Bakery serves goodies with a doctor’s touch

Jenny DeLorenzo intends for Plants + Coffee to have a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)

Small Business Spotlight: Plants + Coffee sprouts in Easton

Easton Candle Company is open downtown from Friday through Sunday.

Small Business Spotlight: Easton Candle Company curates clean, unique fragrances

The Easton Record Exchange emerged from its next-door neighbor, the pawn shop Easton Exchange.

Small Business Spotlight: Easton Record Exchange will satisfy your vintage desires

Pie+Tart is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day except Sunday and Monday. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)

Small Business Spotlight: Pie+Tart combines two women’s love for baking

Meredith Forman 24 hopes that the addition of pride flags on the arts houses will spur more LGBTQ+ inclusivity.

Pride flags installed at art houses as ‘visual show of allyship’

Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)

Forensics team takes on Tokyo

Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)

Write to Be connects student writers of color

LafKid Connect hosts students from Easton Middle School on campus every Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Camille Carthy 23)

LafKid Connect brings Easton Area Middle School students to campus

The Mar-Keys is one of Lafayettes all-voices a capella groups. (Photo courtesy of Alex Thurtle 24)

Starting out on the right note: Mar-Keys compete for first time

Rick Fisher (right), who was the Leopard mascot for 15 years, poses with the current mascot, Dysean Alexander. (Photo courtesy of Dysean Alexander)

Unmasking the Leopard

The current spring concert, Lafchella, features student bands and local performers. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

History of the spring concert

Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.

The 1970s transformation of WJRH

Ted Norton eventually resigned from his position at Lafayettes library after being accused of having communist ties. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)

Communists on campus?: Letters illuminate Lafayette’s Red Scare

The display on James Armistead Lafayette will be in Skillman room 209 throughout Black History Month.

Special Collections honors Revolutionary-era Black spy with display

Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.

The 1970s transformation of WJRH

RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website.

Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon

Shayne Figueroa 99 first became interested in food studies after taking an American Studies class at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Shayne Figueroa 99)

Alumni Spotlight: NYU professor Shayne Figueroa ’99 shares passion for food history

Amy Emerick Clerkin 03 landed a Capitol Hill gig just months after graduation. (Photo courtesy of LegiStorm)

Alumni Spotlight: Amy Emerick Clerkin ’03 on climbing Washington’s ranks

Documentarian and journalist Sean Ryon ‘12 studied English and film and media studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sean Ryon 12)

Alum Spotlight: ‘Dateline’ field producer Sean Ryon ’12 on documentary production

Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens

Some members of the crew team will represent Lafayette in Tennessee this month. (Photo courtesy of @lafcrew on Instagram)

Crew sweeps the board at Gifford Pinchot Sprints Regatta

Team members pose after a strong 4x400 performance at the 2023 indoor Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Lily Dineen 24)

What to expect at Track and Field Patriot League Championship

Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season

Coach John Troxell celebrates with his team following its last second win over Sacred Heart.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

The state of Lafayette sports

Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens

Sophomore Nahjee Adams carries the ball past defenders.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Football showcases talent at Spring Game, looks forward to fall

Among the Leopards leaving are defensive lineman Malik Hamm, who declared for the NFL draft. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Football completes 2027 recruiting class, signs 26 new players

Seniors Marco Olivas and Malik Hamm lead the Leopards out of tunnel to take on Lehigh.
(Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards).

Hamm wins second Defensive Player of the Year award, five others take home Patriot League Honors

The Leopards celebrate their 2022 Rivalry Game win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Football defeats Lehigh in close defensive match up, marks positive end to Troxell’s first year

Mens soccer tied ESU at Cottingham Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)

Men’s soccer hosts annual Earn Your Spots Game

The Gummeson Grounds will have several improvements, including a new press box. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)

Construction on new soccer stadium underway

Yazdan Basir 23 creates models to help the mens soccer team visualize its statistics. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)

Yazdan Basir ’23 brings men’s soccer stats to life

Sidelines: World Cup 2022

Sidelines: World Cup 2022

Senior midfielder Will Echeverria controls the ball during the Leopards 0-1 playoff loss. (Photo by Phil Hoffmann for Navy Athletics)

Men’s soccer season ends with loss in Patriot League quarterfinals, Kitromilides receives academic honors

Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season

Adama Sanogo waits to embrace head coach Dan Hurley following their national championship victory.
(Photo courtesy of KSL Sports)

Sidelines: Wrapping up March Madness

Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)

From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in

The mens basketball team celebrates its Sunday night win against American, which sent it to the Patriot League finals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

After nail-biting win against American, men’s basketball falls to No. 1 seed Colgate in League Championship

Senior captain Leo OBoyle, who scored his 1,000th career point against American on Sunday, will be key for the Leopards against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Patriot League Championship Preview: Can the Leopards pull off the upset?

Sophomore midfielder Lineke Spaans (left) and senior defender Simone Hefting (right) were laureled for their impressive performances this fall. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Spaans, Hefting earn All-Mideast Region awards

Freshman midfielder Josephine van Wijk is recognized before the Leopards beat Holy Cross.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Field hockey captures final win of 2022 campaign

Fifth-year Molly McAndrew takes the ball up the field during one of her last games as a Leopard.
(Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Despite dominant road victory, field hockey misses out on playoffs

Senior Molly McAndrew is embraced by the team after she scores one of the Leopards two goals during their 2-0 win over BU.
(Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)

Field hockey splits weekend, notches first Patriot League win of season

Senior defender Sydney Woolston is embraced by her team after scoring her third career goal during the Leopards victory against Richmond.
(Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)

Field hockey splits weekend matches against Lehigh, Richmond

The tennis team beat Loyola Maryland for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Men’s tennis sets program record in blowout victory over Loyola Maryland

Senior Halle DeNardo waits to return the ball during her match against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Women’s tennis drops senior day match to Lehigh

Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory

Senior Nash Lovallo was a first place finisher this weekend at the Bloomsburg Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Men’s tennis shines in last fall tournament, looks with optimism to spring season

The mens tennis team competed in several close matches this past weekend at the Villanova Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi 25)

Men’s tennis participates in annual Villanova Invitational, featuring strong first-years

Christian Kiselica led George Washington to a top-25 ranking prior to coming to Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Christian Kiselica named head volleyball coach

The team poses after its win in the final game of the season.
(Photo courtesy of @lafayettewclubvball on Instagram)

Women’s club volleyball wins final tournament of semester

The Lafayette mens club volleyball team poses after its successful first tournament.
(Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)

Men’s club volleyball attends first ever tournament at Kutztown

Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell

Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament

Letter from the editor

Letter from the editor

Op-Ed: Asian invisibility

Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?

Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College

Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty

Op-Ed: Asian invisibility

Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?

Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College

Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty

Op-Ed: Thank you for your support

Letter from the editor

Letter from the editor

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

The Student Government office should reopen in two to four business days, once the clean up crew takes care of the blood.

Student Government Budget Committee beat to death: Happiness Club, SMAC to blame

During his time on the Shanghai Sharks, Scott T. Pippin was named Most Caring Player.

Scott T. Pippin to take over as head men’s basketball coach

Please dont ask her if shes friends with ChatGPT. Thats racist.

Hurd exposed as AI

Thank you rich donor!

Alum donates millions to scholarship for straight white men

Kevin requires a diet of three small dogs per shift.

Chi Phi party empty after no one solves their riddles three

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Six Word Review: Picture Frames

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Picture frames:

Who cares, they hold pictures. Bingo.

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