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The colleges bookstore moved from the basement of Farinon to the first floor of the new McCartney dorms in April 2021. As of now, the space in the Farinon basement is not being used. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student Government in talks to transform previous bookstore into new student space
The new trail, which will go behind the Simon Center for Economics, will connect with the steps pictured here. (Photo courtesy of LafNews)
Hurd administration announces new trail that will connect to downtown Easton
Numerous Lafayette alumni, including the founder of the college and several past presidents, are buried in the Easton Cemetery. (Photo by Pierson White 24)
Historic Easton Cemetery staff call for partnership with Lafayette due to financial burdens
Considering its location next to the Delaware River, Lafayette professors believe that climate change may create greater possibilities of flooding in Easton. (Photo courtesy of City of Easton website)
Lafayette staff and students contribute to Easton’s recently approved climate action plan
While only serving as interim Vice President, Beckers policy goals include completing the Markle parking deck replacement and the Kunkle Hall renovation. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Finance and Administration)
President Hurd appoints interim vice president of finance and administration
Photo of Katy Bednarsky.
Lafayette welcomes Katy Bednarsky as student advocate and prevention coordinator
Students light a menorah
Hillel Society fosters community and a sense of ‘home’ with Hanukkah events
A large synthetic skating rink is just one of the many attractions that are a part of the Easton Winter Village. (Photo courtesy of city of Easton)
Weekend Winter Village brings a holiday wonderland to downtown Easton
Members of the Jazz Combo combined classic jazz pieces with compositions of their own in their recent performance. (Photo by Emma Sylvester 25)
Jazz Combo integrates global influences and original compositions in fall concert
Through their art, Sadie Graeff 22 asks viewers to question what makes a person who they are. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student artist spotlight: Sadie Graeff ’22 explores facets of identity with art
Athletics has begun the national search process for a new head football coach. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Head Coach John Garrett dismissed after five seasons
Announced to the 2022 executive board, Juniors Lauren Salbinski (left), Arden Westphalen (middle) and Abby Hammel (right) plan to continue to foster a positive and close-knit environment for the team. (Photo courtesy of Arden Westphalen 23).
Crew team announces 2022 executive board and plans for next season
The basketball team talking strategy during their Monday night win over Columbia University. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)
Men’s basketball trounces Columbia in second victory of season
The Lafayette Equestrian team celebrates sophomore Zubair Ali’s first show. (Photo courtesy of Zubair Ali 24)
Lafayette Equestrian Team rides into a new year
Senior Malik Hamm (#99) led the 12 Leopards who received All-Patriot League Honors this season. (Photo courtesy of Cole Jacobson 24)
Twelve Lafayette Football Players receive All-Patriot League Honors, three with academic honors
Photo courtesy of Lucie Lagodich 22
Letter from the editor
The Lafayette fencing team initiated their season at Temple University, with the match being highlighted by sophomore Amanda Manubag placing 16th in saber. (Photo courtesy of Gregory Rupp)
Fencing ready for the season after first outing at Temple
Op-Ed: The illusion of safety
Op-Ed: Where Do We Go from Here?
Cronin tied for third place at the conference championship in May. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)
Senior Brendan Cronin becomes first Lafayette golfer to be named Patriot League Scholar-Athlete of the Year
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
College still co-ed
College still co-ed
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long

The Lafayette

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The new trail, which will go behind the Simon Center for Economics, will connect with the steps pictured here. (Photo courtesy of LafNews)

Hurd administration announces new trail that will connect to downtown Easton

Kait Ahern, Contributing Writer
December 3, 2021
Numerous Lafayette alumni, including the founder of the college and several past presidents, are buried in the Easton Cemetery. (Photo by Pierson White 24)

Historic Easton Cemetery staff call for partnership with Lafayette due to financial burdens

Nathan Kornfeind, News Editor
December 3, 2021
While only serving as interim Vice President, Beckers policy goals include completing the Markle parking deck replacement and the Kunkle Hall renovation. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Finance and Administration)

President Hurd appoints interim vice president of finance and administration

Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
December 3, 2021
Sherma, who began teaching at Lafayette when he was 24 years old, was known for involving students in his numerous research projects. (Photo courtesy of Flickr)

Remembering Chemistry professor Joseph A. Sherma, Jr.

Aliana Mediratta, Contributing Writer
December 3, 2021
The financial grants are supposed to cover unexpected expenses, unmet financial need or expenses related to the disruption of campus operations on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Baris Yazici 25)

COVID-19 stimulus funding distributed to Lafayette students

Kaitlin Ahern, Contriubting Writer
November 19, 2021

Lafayette Today faces praise, critique more than a year after its inception

Aliana Mediratta, Contributing Writer
November 19, 2021
Student group applications for special interest housing in the former Tri-Delta sorority house, pictured above, as well as other residences. (Photo by Barış Yazici 25)

Former Tri-Delta house to be included in expanded special interest housing options, applications open

Aliana Mediratta, Contributing Writer
November 12, 2021
To combat CPAIN, Chief Daniel StrongWalker Thomas will work with federally recognized Indian nations, politicians and educators to support the true Lenape people. (Photo courtesy of AccessWire)

Hereditary Chief of Delaware Nation discusses appropriation by corporations

Tyler Makover , Contributing Writer
November 12, 2021
The bus is partially submerged in the Bushkill Creek near the bridge that connects to the Karl Stirner Arts Trail. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)

Bus crash into the Bushkill Creek sends several middle schoolers and driver to hospital

Nathan Kornfeind, News Editor
November 12, 2021
Because of the plans to rebuild the Markle Parking Deck, the houses in red will be demolished in mid-December to create temporary parking spots. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24)

Markle Parking Deck to be demolished in a month as Phase 2 of renovations begins

Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
The inscription reads: This stone marks the road over which General John Sullivan marched June 18, 1779 to quell the Indian insurrection and avenge the Wyoming Massacre. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Controversial memorial for Sullivan’s expedition remains two years after calls for removal

Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
November 5, 2021
Numerous students who registered with the help of Landis cast their ballot at the Kirby Sports Center in Tuesdays municipal elections. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Lafayette voter turnout soars above national average in 2020 election

Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
November 5, 2021
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