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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 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

Emma Chen, Assistant News Editor
December 3, 2021
As a result of the pandemic and the postponement of last years matchup, this year marks the first time that Lafayette and Lehigh will play twice in one year. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

First for some, 57th for others: Lafayette-Lehigh rivalry attendees look forward to this year’s game

Jacob Moldover, Contributing Writer
November 19, 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
Miskelly is leaving LaFarm for a position with the Pennsylvania Association of Sustainable Agriculture. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)

Lisa Miskelly to leave LaFarm

Phoebe Goltra, Contributing Writer
November 12, 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
Instagram account calls for increased wages for dining services staff

Instagram account calls for increased wages for dining services staff

Kaitlin Ahern, Contributing Writer
November 12, 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
A Massachusetts native, Williams fulfilled his dream to play Division One Lacrosse as a Goalie when he was recruited to play for Lafayette College, according to the William McCrae Foundation website. (Photo courtesy of goleopards.com)

Settlement reached in lawsuit over death of Lafayette freshman McCrae Williams

Nathan Kornfeind, News Editor
November 5, 2021
Sixty to 65% of Lafayette students studied abroad during the 2017-18 school year, putting it above the national average. (Photo by Kwasi Obeng-Dankwa 23)

Changes to study abroad financial aid policy possible in near future

Aliana Mediratta, Contributing Writer
November 5, 2021
Student Government is considering consolidating the budget applications into semester or quarterly requests instead having both annual and as-needed requests. (Photo by Baris Yazici 25)

Student Government calls for clubs to spend annual budgets and request less funding

Emma Chen, Assistant News Editor
November 5, 2021
While not available on campus, students can get a booster shot at locations in Easton, including CVS. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Booster shots for COVID-19 unlikely to be offered on campus

Baris Yazici, Contributing Writer
November 5, 2021
Lafayette is the first college out of the current CSS profile users to use free and reduced lunch data as a guide to understand family income or prospective students. (Photo by Deanna Hanchuk 22)

Lafayette to improve access to lower- and middle-class students with updates to financial aid and CSS policies

Lucie Lagodich and Nathan Kornfeind
October 29, 2021
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