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This fall, Ashley will be pursuing a PhD in chemical engineering at Drexel University.
Alex Ashley ‘22 wins Pepper Prize
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
(Photo by Brandon Marin 22)
Faculty votes in favor of restructuring, cuts faculty committees by over half
Student Governments Sustainability Committee worked to pass the resolution calling for an increase in transparency regarding the endowment.
Student Government resolution pushes for sustainability in college investments
Student governments new budget guidelines will require clubs to submit financial requests at designated times, as opposed to every week.
Budget request process for student organizations modified
Perry Zimmerman 23 works with Cycle for Survival to benefit rare cancer research. (Photo courtesy of Perry Zimmerman 23)
Student Activist Spotlight: Perry Zimmerman ‘23 has raised millions toward a cancer-free future
Presley Anderson 22 and Abby Esposito 22 were previously the president and vice president of pep band, respectively. (Photo courtesy of Presley Anderson 22)
Student Artists Spotlight: Presley Anderson ’22, Abby Esposito ’22 formed lasting friendships through Pep Band
Josh Peck spoke to students about his experiences in the entertainment business, social media and finding his own happiness. (Photo by Emma Sylvester 25)
‘Hug me brotha’: ‘Drake & Josh’ star Josh Peck welcomed with open arms as Senior Speaker
The food studies exhibit shows off culinary ephemera, or materials related to food and cooking that would not normally have a long shelf life. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)
You are what you(‘re told to) eat: Stefano Mancini ’22 curates food studies exhibit in Skillman
The fundraiser, hosted at LaFarm, will feature prayer, reflection and participation from the local Ukrainian community. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegefarm on Instagram)
‘It’s an act of hope’: LaFarm to hold Sunflowers for Ukraine event on Sunday
The mens lacrosse team found sustained success this season after undergoing a multi-year rebuild, giving hope for the future. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse has best season in twelve years
Senior Ryan Tall shakes hands with the competition following his 30-foot putt to win the Patriot League Individual Championship. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Ryan Tall wins Patriot League Individual Championship, Lafayette places second overall
Freshman Carter Dorighi makes a play up the middle during Lafayettes 13-7 Sundays series, clinching win over Navy. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Leopards take series against Navy, build momentum for playoffs
Freshman Michael Hayes looks to pitch the ball back to junior Julius Young during the Lafayette Maroon and White game. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football plays annual Maroon and White Game, looks ahead to fall season
Lafayettes sports psychologist Julie Amato strives to make sure that the athletes around campus have the mental health support they need. (Photo courtesy of Julie Amato)
Lafayette student-athletes discuss mental health challenges
Op-Ed: Listen to the Cassandras: Prepare for the post-Roe world
The NBA playoffs: Can the newcomers bring new energy to the party?
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Teaching Black literature at Lafayette: A reconsideration
Sidelines: End of lockout/free agency
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls

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Field Hockey

Several members of the Lafayette field hockey team who thrived both on the field and in the classroom were selected to receive awards for their efforts. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Fourteen field hockey Leopards awarded by National Field Hockey Coaches Association for fall academics

Colleen McNamara, Staff writer • February 18, 2022

The Leopards joined over 1,370 field hockey players recognized for their academic excellence this past semester. Lafayette is one of the 80 institutions honored by the National Field Hockey Coaches Association...

After proving to be key players this season while succeeding in the classroom, Lafayette field hockeys Felicitas Hannes and Alix Talkow were selected to the Patriot League Academic All-League team. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Field hockey’s Hannes and Talkow selected to the Academic All-Patriot League Team

Caroline McParland, Sports Editor • November 12, 2021

Lafayette field hockey forwards junior Felicitas Hannes and senior Alix Talkow were named to the Academic All-Patriot League Team announced on Wednesday afternoon. The team is composed of 11 members...

Lafayette field hockey put up a good fight against No. 1 seed American in Patriot League Championship in Washington D.C. but are unable to clinch the win. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Field hockey loses finals to American in Patriot League Championship after beating Bucknell in semifinals

Colleen McNamara, Staff Writer • November 12, 2021

Lafayette field hockey (14-6 overall, 4-2 Patriot League) made it to Patriot League Championship after a thrilling win against Bucknell 4-3 in the semi-finals on Nov. 2. However, the Leopards fell to No....

Sports Recap Central

Caroline McParland, Sports Editor • November 12, 2021

Field Hockey (14-6) (4-2 Patriot League) Nov. 4 vs Bucknell | W, 4-3 OT Boccella: 1 goal, 1 assist | Sawers: 1 goal | McAndrew: 1 goal | Spaans: 1 goal Nov. 6 @ PL Championship vs American | L,...

The Lafayette field hockey team is now sitting at the No.2 seed going into the Patriot League Tournament after a double-header weekend which included a win against Bucknell and a loss against Rutgers. The weekend was highlighted by multiple Patriot League honors for the players, as well as Audrey Sawers being named to the Canadian National Team. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Sawers named to the 2021 Canadian Women’s National Team, field hockey beats Bucknell before losing to Big-10 opponent

Colleen McNamara, Staff Writer • November 5, 2021

Lafayette field hockey senior captain Audrey Sawers will continue her athletic career after graduation. She was recently named to the 2021 Canadian Women's National Team roster. Sawers' play was crucial...

Abbott has been a major contributor to the Lafayette field hockey teams successful season. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Abbott’s dominant play continues, claiming 4th Patriot League Weekly Award of season

Craig Barbaro, Sports Editor • October 29, 2021

The Lafayette field hockey team is in the midst of their strongest season since 2012 and their goalkeeper, senior Hailey Abbott, is a major reason why. The Leopards currently sit at 12-4 with a 3-2 Patriot...

Marking one win and one loss, the weekend was highlighted by senior goalkeeper Hailey Abbott, who made countless crucial saves. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Field hockey falls to No. 5 Penn State before routing Drexel on Senior Night

Caroline McParland, Section Editor • October 22, 2021

The Lafayette field hockey team (11-3 overall, 3-1 Patriot League) fell to fifth in the nation Penn State on Friday night on the Leopard’s home turf with a final score of 3-1. The team then came back...

Lafayette field hockey adds two back-to-back home game wins against Colgate Raiders on Saturday and the Fairfield on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Lafayette field hockey remains undefeated at home after defeating Colgate and Fairfield

Colleen McNamara • October 8, 2021

Lafayette field hockey (8-2 overall, 2-1 PL) notched two wins last weekend, beating the Colgate Raiders on Saturday, Oct. 2, and the Fairfield Stags on Sunday. Both matches were home games on Rappolt field,...

Lafayette field hockeys Felicitas Hannes was named Patriot League Offensive Player of the Week honors after scoring her first career hat trick on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Hannes and Hefting awarded Patriot League Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week

Caroline McParland • October 8, 2021

Two standout juniors on the Lafayette field hockey team, striker Felicitas Hannes and defender Simone Hefting, received Patriot League Offensive and Defensive Player of the Week, respectively, after their...

The Lafayette field hockey team returned on Saturday with a 4-1 victory over the Holy Cross Crusaders, with McAndrew leading in scoring with five goals. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Field Hockey records first win of Patriot League season

Jose Munoz • October 1, 2021

The Lafayette field hockey team made a comeback from their previous losses with a 4-1 victory over Holy Cross on Sept. 25, registering their first win of the Patriot League season. With this win, the Leopards...

Lafayette Field Hockeys celebration after 2-1 overtime victory over Yale Friday, September 10th. (Photo courtesy of golepards.com)

Field hockey nets wins against Yale and Quinnipiac

Colleen McNamara • September 17, 2021

Lafayette field hockey (5-1) won two hotly contested matches last week, at home against the Yale Bulldogs on Friday and at Quinnipiac against the Bobcats on Sunday. The Leopards defeated Yale 2-1 in...

Sports Recap Central

Caroline McParland • September 10, 2021

Field Hockey (3-1) (0-0 Patriot League) Sept. 3 @ Ohio St. | L, 3-4 McAndrew: 1 goal, 1 assist | Hannes: 1 goal, 1 assist | Sawers: 1 goal  Sept. 5 vs. Indiana | W, 4-0 McAndrew: 1 goal | Sawers:...

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