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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

The Lafayette
The cover of Red (Taylors Version). Swift is wearing a red hat and looking to the side.

Album Review: ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ re-recording delivered same charm with new maturity

Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
November 19, 2021
The production of Shakespeares R&J will run from Nov. 18 through Nov. 20 in the Weiss Theater of Buck Hall. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Review: ‘Shakespeare’s R&J’ is a ‘transformative experience’

Lisa Green , Contributing Writer
November 12, 2021
Eternals tells the story of a group of superheroes who have secretly resided on Earth and must come out of hiding to preserve mankind. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

Movie Review: ‘Eternals’ suffers from a bloated cast and confusing editing

Myles Wolf, Movie Columnist
November 12, 2021
Rods Dogs restaurant

Restaurant Review: Newly-opened Rod’s Dogs is bursting with nostalgia and flavor

Bernadette Russo , Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
November 5, 2021
Dune (2021) features an assortment of talented actors that function as an ensemble cast. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

‘Dune’ (2021) toes the line between pompous and brilliant

Myles Wolf, Movie Columnist
November 5, 2021
A poster of Candyman. The Candyman stands with his back facing the camera, hooked hand in air. The words say it are written on his back in yellow letters. Beside him in the same yellow color reads, Candyman. Above Candyman reads, A film by Nia DaCosta and producer Jordan Peele.

Ten movies to make you scream, laugh and gasp this Halloween season

Myles Wolf, Staff Writer
October 29, 2021
A skeleton holding a copy of The Ex Hex book.

‘The Ex Hex’: A spell-binding Halloween romance novel

Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
October 29, 2021
A post of No Time to Die where James Bond i standing in front of a large seven.

‘No Time to Die’ delivers satisfying conclusion to Daniel Craig’s time as James Bond

Myles Wolf, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
A poster of Venom: Let There Be Carnage where Venom is reaching through Carnages mouth while being held back by red restraints.

‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ improves on its predecessor with dynamic action and fun humor

Myles Wolf
October 8, 2021
Dear Evan Hansen movie poster.

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ film adaptation fails to live up to Broadway original

Myles Wolf
October 1, 2021
A poster of Candyman. The Candyman stands with his back facing the camera, hooked hand in air. The words say it are written on his back in yellow letters. Beside him in the same yellow color reads, Candyman. Above Candyman reads, A film by Nia DaCosta and producer Jordan Peele.

‘Candyman’ (2021) goes ‘beyond the conventions’ of horror to tackle America’s history of racial violence

Myles Wolf
September 24, 2021
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is now playing in theaters. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

Movie Review: ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ is one step forward for Asian representation but not for plot

Myles Wolf
September 17, 2021
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