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Student Government

Allison Williams previously advised the student government of Centenary University.

New student involvement staff member to support Student Government

By Alana Kipnis, Contributing Writer September 13, 2024

Allison Williams joined Lafayette College on July 29 as an associate director of student involvement. In her new position, Williams will take on the role of Student Government advisor, acting as a support...

The Office of Student Conduct is located in Feather House.

Student Conduct looks to eliminate behavioral conduct fines

By Jadey Mercedes, Contributing Writer September 13, 2024

The Office of Student Conduct is seeking to omit fines for behavioral conduct, motivated by the penalties' disproportionate impact on students of color and low-income students.   The potential changes...

Student Government confirms student activity fee, introduces new members at Sept. 5 meeting

Student Government confirms student activity fee, introduces new members at Sept. 5 meeting

By Madeline Convy, Assistant News Editor September 13, 2024

Student Government’s Sept. 5 meeting resulted in a decision on this year’s student activities fee, an update on student conduct and the introduction of three new members and two previously-ex-officio...

Student Government votes in ex officio members at brief summer meeting

Student Government votes in ex officio members at brief summer meeting

By Selma O'Malley, Managing Editor June 30, 2024

Student Government voted in two ex-officio general body representatives and reviewed reminders for members during its June 27 meeting. This is the first meeting held this summer by the organization, neglecting...

Student Government reviews more club presentations at April 25 meeting

Student Government reviews more club presentations at April 25 meeting

By Selma O'Malley, News Editor May 3, 2024

The April 25 Student Government meeting was largely taken up by the remaining six prospective club presentations following those from the prior meeting. Quorum was met at 6:03 p.m., 11 members arrived...

Prospective clubs are also vetted by the Office of Student Involvement.

Six clubs approved for next year

By Kate SantaMaria, Contributing Writer May 3, 2024

Six of the 11 prospective clubs that presented to Student Government in the last two weeks were approved and will be official organizations next academic year. The approved clubs include Bridge H2OPE,...

April 18 Student Government meeting sees clubs, course evaluation presentations

April 18 Student Government meeting sees clubs, course evaluation presentations

By Madeline Convy, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

Student Government’s April 18 meeting included budget approvals, a faculty committee presentation on course selection information and the first round of new club approvals. A total of $5,621 was requested...

Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting

Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting

By Madeline Convy, Staff Writer April 19, 2024

Student Government’s April 11 meeting covered a final Mission and Values statement presentation, confirmation of funding for the Menstrual Equity Project, introductions of potential new student organizations...

Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting

Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting

By Madeline Convy, Staff Writer April 12, 2024

Student Government’s April 4 meeting saw budget approvals, a review of the updated Mission and Values statement proposal and the creation of a Superior Teaching Awards ad hoc committee. There were...

Former Reps. Virginia Sacotingo '25 and Dashawn Sheffield '27 both did DEI work in Student Government. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)

Unsuccessful inclusivity officer candidate, second representative, resign from Student Government

By Madeline Convy, Staff Writer April 5, 2024

Student Government saw two more resignations prior to its March 21 meeting, bringing the total number of resignations this semester to six and the cumulative number of vacancies to 12. Virginia Sacotingo...

Student Government's March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations

Student Government’s March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations

By Madeline Convy, Staff Writer April 5, 2024

Student Government’s March 21 meeting saw two resignations, new office hours announced, dining updates and the first meeting of the Census Ad Hoc Committee. The meeting minutes from the March 21 meeting...

The Pard Pantry was first opened in 2019.

Pard Pantry to open on weekly basis

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor April 5, 2024

After years of irregular operating hours, the Pard Pantry, which provides complimentary food items and hygiene products, will be open each Saturday from 2-4 p.m. "I think that with everything going...

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