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Lafayette student passes away at home
Lafayette student passes away at home
The "Dear Colleague" letter was issued on Feb. 14 by the Department of Education. (Photo courtesy of Reuters)
College does not budge as government threatens funding over diversity initiatives
Participants of Marriage Pact got the first clue of who their match might be with their initials and compatibility percentage.
Cupid’s arrow strikes Lafayette
Norovirus is common nationally during the winter months. (Graphic by Hiya Khan '28 for The Lafayette)
Campus experiences viral bug outbreak
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
The new endowed professorship was influenced by the strategic plan that the Lafayette College Board of Trustees approved in December.
New interdisciplinary professorship to emphasize power of ‘and’
The college formed an artificial intelligence faculty committee in 2024.
How professors use AI in the classroom
The Trump administration ordered some federal funding to be paused during its first weeks in office. (Photo courtesy of the National Park Service)
Lafayette campus uncertain over federal funding turmoil
The dedicated lounge for English majors often hosts student events and club meetings.
English program at Lafayette remains strong despite national struggles
Nate Rashkind '26 interviews Government & Law Professor Joshua Miller for a segment of the broadcast.
Students help produce local election broadcast
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government discusses financial guidelines at Feb. 27 meeting
Student Government discusses financial guidelines at Feb. 27 meeting
Student Government adjusts budgets at Feb. 20 meeting
Student Government adjusts budgets at Feb. 20 meeting
Student Government reviews budgets at Feb. 13 meeting
Student Government reviews budgets at Feb. 13 meeting
Code of conduct changes discussed at Feb. 6 Student Government meeting
Code of conduct changes discussed at Feb. 6 Student Government meeting
The new endowed professorship was influenced by the strategic plan that the Lafayette College Board of Trustees approved in December.
New interdisciplinary professorship to emphasize power of ‘and’
Strategist Kathryn Meier said her communications strategy is informed by “the different needs of different disciplines." (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette names new VP of communications
The housing lottery for rising seniors begins on March 13.
Residence life vacancy remains as housing lottery approaches
Alex Malanych is set to finish rabbinical school in three months.
Religious and Spiritual Life adds new face
The college formed an artificial intelligence faculty committee in 2024.
How professors use AI in the classroom
Easton councilman Frank Pintabone told The Lafayette that he hoped the next vote on the ordinance would happen "soon." He did not give a specific date.
Easton motion to decriminalize marijuana fails
Coalition members are concerned about the possible increase in traffic the warehouse could bring.
Coalition looks to counter warehouse construction
Easton Area School District offers English as a Second Language and English for Speakers of Other Languages programs for students and community members.
‘A short-sighted and unfortunate policy’
Easton City Council will discuss the "Welcome City" proposition at their bi-weekly meeting next week.
‘Welcoming City’ debate reaches Easton
The Marquis (top left), and Dutchtown Pointe (bottom), are two apartment complexes nearing completion in 2025. Cars sit on a bridge above Bushkill Creek (top right), where parking has been a point of discussion among neighborhood residents.
Inside Easton residents’ problems with parking
Students concerned about phishing scams should reach out to the IT department's help desk.
Phishing scams 101
Peter Milius appeared at the Northampton County Courthouse in Easton on Tuesday.
Trial date set in Milius case
The house where the explosion occurred is near the 700 block of West Milton Street, according to the Easton Police Department.
1 dead after Easton apartment explosion, cause unclear
The building that MindLeaf CBD previously occupied now sits vacant. A sign that reads "Office for Lease" is visible from the street.
College Hill hemp store forced to close
Public Safety recommends using a U-lock instead of a cable or chain lock for securing your bicycle.
College reports uptick in vehicle thefts, burglaries
The "Dear Colleague" letter was issued on Feb. 14 by the Department of Education. (Photo courtesy of Reuters)
College does not budge as government threatens funding over diversity initiatives
Participants of Marriage Pact got the first clue of who their match might be with their initials and compatibility percentage.
Cupid’s arrow strikes Lafayette
Lafayette College's Division of Inclusion is housed in Markle Hall.
Lafayette issued federal antisemitism warning
MK Asante '04, Lafayette's 2025 commencement speaker, is an author, filmmaker, poet and professor.
A look at past Lafayette commencement speakers
Strategist Kathryn Meier said her communications strategy is informed by “the different needs of different disciplines." (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette names new VP of communications
Professor Mary Armstrong, Ellen Poriles Wieler '83 and Helena Koffigoh '23 all spoke at "Sip & Speak."
Women speak on gender, professional identity at Sip & Speak
A sustainable night market was one of many events sponsored by the "Swipe It Forward" initiative.
‘Swipe It Forward’ forwards sustainability initiatives
The members of "geek" write their own songs and have an EP of four originals releasing soon.
‘geek’ gets nerdy about music
Professor Michael Feola's book was published in July. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Research Spotlight: Professor publishes book examining far-right ideology
"Improv for Entrepreneurs" combined business speaking skills with the theatrical nature of improv.
‘Improv for Entrepreneurs’ is all funny business
The members of "geek" write their own songs and have an EP of four originals releasing soon.
‘geek’ gets nerdy about music
The cover art of Damoi Morgan's '25 album was made by Jolie Saint Vil '27. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 performs debut album
Swetha Tadisina '25 began her glassblowing journey two years ago. (Photo courtesy of Swetha Tadisina '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Swetha Tadisina sparks up creativity with glassblowing
Plus One began as a group of three and has since expanded to six members. (Photo courtesy of Ajani Martin)
Student Artist Spotlight: Plus One brings together musical flair, friendship
"Lift Every Voice" is a one-act play focusing on the members of a student council at a high school.
‘Lift Every Voice’
"Alexander" was first released in 2004 to little critical success. (Photo courtesy of Amazon)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Alexander: The Ultimate Cut’ redefines the film
"MAYHEM" is Lady Gaga's first solo studio album since the release of "Chromatica" in 2020. (Photo courtesy of Spotify)
Music Review: ‘MAYHEM’ sees Lady Gaga pay homage to her beginnings
College theater's production of "Much Ado About Nothing" highlights queerness in the story.
Performance Review: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ adds much to classic tale
"The Dud Avocado" combines a French setting with a young woman exploring her sexuality. (Photo courtesy of New York Review Books)
Selma’s Shelf: ‘The Dud Avocado’ not a dud novel
"Avatar: The Last Airbender" has a strong teen and adult fanbase, despite being a Nickelodeon show. (Photo courtesy of FilmAffinity)
Cinema with Sam: 20 years later, ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ transcends target audience
Tonic is located in downtown Easton and is open from noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.
Tonic shakes up Easton drinking scene
Salvage Goods II Gilded is just down the block from Salvage Goods on S. 3rd Street in Easton.
Vintage eatery joins downtown Easton
The Banana Tree seeks to welcome all plant lovers, regardless of plant experience.
Small Business Spotlight: ‘Not your garden variety botanical store’
Birdhouse Yoga is located at 327 Cattell St., with classes held seven days a week.
Perched on the hill
Tucker Garage + Grocery is set to open in downtown Easton early this fall. (Photo courtesy of Indiegogo)
Welcome to Tucker Garage + Grocery
The "Cultural Exchange" event took place in the Grossman House library.
‘Cultural Exchange’ fosters connection over chords, cuisine
Theater Underground was reintroduced to campus last spring. (Photo courtesy of Adam Fox '27)
Making it up as they go
At Qiskit Fall Fest, students participated in a workshop on quantum computing.
Qiskit Fall Fest brings the fun to quantum technology
"Rent" originally opened on Broadway in 1996 and was an overnight success.
There’s ‘No day but today’ to learn Marquis Players’ upcoming musical: ‘Rent’
"Fight or Flight Night" began with club members demonstrating basic boxing skills. (Photo courtesy of Anica Kim '27)
Boxing Club, LCEMS debut Fight or Flight Night
The stained glass panels in the lobby of Pardee Hall — created by a Belgian artist — feature images inspired by various medieval motifs.
A gift from Belgium
Rich and Gerry Jaffé's wedding party was filled with friends from Lafayette College.
A relic of love outside of South
Former college President Ethelbert Dudley Warfield was the first president in the college's history to face the possibility of a successful vote of no confidence. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The college’s first ‘almost’ vote of no confidence
Scott Hall once belonged to the brothers of Phi Delta Theta fraternity, but was later sold to the college in the 1980s.
Haunted houses
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Isabel Sorrells '23 changed her major as a junior from Government & Law and psychology to pursue art at Lafayette College. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Sorrells '23)
Alum Spotlight: Isabel Sorrells ’23 makes empowering art that blossoms
Kristine Zeigler '96 studied art and French at Lafayette College. (Photo by Robin Osgood)
Alum Spotlight: Planet Women co-founder changes conservation culture
Madeline Squarcia '22 works to make 'farm to table' a reality. (Photo courtesy of Madeline Squarcia '22)
Alum Spotlight: Madeline Squarcia ’22 connects consumers to growers
Mike Handzo '11 worked with the Landis Center for Community Engagement during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Mike Handzo on LinkedIn)
Alum spotlight: Mike Handzo ’11 works to create affordable housing in Lehigh Valley
Lia Embil '17 turned hidden treasures into art in a recent exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Lia Embil '17)
Alum Spotlight: Lia Embil ‘17 turns Lafayette creations into career
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
Senior Shaylee Daniels qualified for the NCAA Zone A Diving Championships for the first time in her collegiate career. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Diving sends 2 to regionals, including first female athlete
Senior épée Zoe O'Connor had the best finish for the women's team on Saturday at NCAA Regionals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Fencing finishes season at NCAA Regionals
The women's lacrosse team begins its in-conference season on Saturday against Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse struggles to score against Villanova
Name, image and likeness deals in recent years have upended the financial operations of college football. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Transfer portal shakes up football roster
The football team is already preparing for the 2025 season.
Football adds 21 new players on National Signing Day
The football team's two-game Rivalry winning streak was snapped on Saturday.
Football falters in 160th Rivalry game
Sophomore running back Troy Bruce bursts through a hole in the Stonehill defense. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football stomps Stonehill in Senior Day showing
The football team has the experience and capability to win the 160th Rivalry Game on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Freshman defender Joseph Lee assisted the Leopards' lone goal against Lehigh University. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer misses playoffs with tie against Bucknell, disappointing loss to Lehigh
Sophomore midfielder Beaux Lizewski assisted on the only goal in the men's soccer team's 1-0 victory over Loyola. (Photo by George Varkanis)
Men’s soccer tops Loyola in crucial Senior Day test
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
The men's soccer team huddles before the start of its game against Holy Cross on Oct. 12. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer splits games against American, Stony Brook
Senior midfielder Michaela Salvati reacts to a Colgate shot on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Colgate Athletics)
Women’s soccer loses Patriot League matchup against Colgate
Freshman defender Joseph Lee assisted the Leopards' lone goal against Lehigh University. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer misses playoffs with tie against Bucknell, disappointing loss to Lehigh
Sophomore midfielder Beaux Lizewski assisted on the only goal in the men's soccer team's 1-0 victory over Loyola. (Photo by George Varkanis)
Men’s soccer tops Loyola in crucial Senior Day test
The men's soccer team huddles before the start of its game against Holy Cross on Oct. 12. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer splits games against American, Stony Brook
Senior midfielder Carter Houlihan readies for a header in the Leopards' Sept. 21 matchup against Navy. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer scratches late draw against Boston University
The men's soccer team prepares to defend an Army West Point corner in Saturday's win. (Photo courtesy of GoArmyWestPoint)
Men’s soccer secures first Patriot League win at Army
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
Senior midfielder Michaela Salvati reacts to a Colgate shot on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Colgate Athletics)
Women’s soccer loses Patriot League matchup against Colgate
Sophomore goalkeeper Catherine Apker tallied seven saves as part of women's soccer's 3-0 victory against American last Saturday. (Photo by Nathan Feder for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer dismantles American
Senior midfielder Ani Khachadourian fights for the ball against a Loyola University Maryland player. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer ties against Loyola, loses to Princeton
The Leopards continue Patriot League play this weekend after going 1-1 to begin conference play. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer splits first Patriot League games
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball wins final 2 games, earns home play-in game
Freshman guard Mark Butler dribbles down the court against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s basketball teams lose in Patriot League playoffs
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
Sophomore USC guard JuJu Watkins is the favorite to win the Naismith Player of the Year award. (Photo courtesy of ESPN)
Sidelines: It’s time to watch the women ball
Freshman guard Alex Chaikin put up a career-high 27 points against Army on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball wins 150th series Rivalry Game, gets revenge against Army
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips looks to finish through contact against Bucknell University.
Men’s basketball drops key matchups against Bucknell, at Holy Cross
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball wins final 2 games, earns home play-in game
The Leopards will look to retain home-court advantage for their first postseason matchup in their final two games. (Photo courtesy of Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball drops matches to Holy Cross, Army
Freshman guard Talia Zurinskas drives to the basket against Holy Cross on Wednesday.
Women’s basketball skids against Bucknell, Holy Cross
Senior guard Halee Smith looks to attack the basket against American University on Wednesday night. (Photo by Austin Carey '27)
Women’s basketball notches back-to-back wins
After exiting last week's Patriot League final with a knee injury, senior midfielder Lineke Spaans returned to action to record the Leopards' lone shot attempt. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls in 1st round of NCAA tournament
Sophomore midfielder Stella Malinowski's late fourth quarter goal pushed the field hockey team into overtime against American University on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey wins Patriot League championship
Senior midfielder Lineke Spaans was one of three Leopards to earn First Team All-Patriot League selections. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey finishes regular season with Colgate win, beats Bucknell en route to Patriot League final
Senior forward Alex Darrah scored her seventh goal of the season against Boston University on Oct. 25. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey puts up back-to-back shutout victories
Senior defender India Ralph prepares to inbound a penalty corner against Temple University on Sunday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey loses to Drexel, defeats #20 Temple
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
The women's lacrosse team begins its in-conference season on Saturday against Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse struggles to score against Villanova
Senior Sara Rogers scored four goals against Central Connecticut State University on Wednesday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse falls against ODU, explodes against CCSU
Freshman Nicholas Blalock led the Leopards in scoring on Saturday with two goals. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse falls to No. 5 Army
Junior midfielder Katie Marrs drives up the field in the Leopards' 13-9 comeback victory over Wagner College.
Women’s lacrosse beats Wagner after 2nd half resurgence
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
Freshman Nicholas Blalock led the Leopards in scoring on Saturday with two goals. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse falls to No. 5 Army
The men's lacrosse team got back in the win column before its first Patriot League matchup against No. 5 Army on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse crushes Le Moyne
Junior goalkeeper Joe Doherty saved 15 shots in the men's lacrosse team's loss against Drexel University on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Drexel University Athletics)
Late rally from Drexel hands first loss to men’s lacrosse
Sophomore midfielder Jack Massotto notched two assists in the win against Binghamton on Monday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse commands 4th quarter to defeat Binghamton
The women's lacrosse team begins its in-conference season on Saturday against Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse struggles to score against Villanova
Senior Sara Rogers scored four goals against Central Connecticut State University on Wednesday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse falls against ODU, explodes against CCSU
Junior midfielder Katie Marrs drives up the field in the Leopards' 13-9 comeback victory over Wagner College.
Women’s lacrosse beats Wagner after 2nd half resurgence
Senior midfielder Sophia Spallone scored three goals in Wednesday night's win over Robert Morris University.
Women’s lacrosse splits non-conference games
The Leopards defense held La Salle University to just one goal in the final quarter during Wednesday's win. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse starts season 1-0
Op-ed: Live life sustainably
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Love at first write
Love at first write
Op-ed: Halftime: A moment for inspiration
Op-ed: Live life sustainably
Op-ed: Halftime: A moment for inspiration
Op-ed: Erasing identity erases reality
Students gathered on the Quad this year to witness a historic solar eclipse.
Editorial: Reflecting on 2024, looking ahead to 2025
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
Letter to the editor: Responding to the no-confidence motion
Letter to the editor: Responding to the no-confidence motion
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Editorial: A call for campus contribution
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Second time's the charm
On the Spot: Second time’s the charm
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
Poor Saylor just can't control herself. Poor girl. (Graphic by Stubert Jehosephat Romano for the Scoffayette)
President’s dogs use college property as personal toilet, Hurd enables
Baby bye bye bye (bye bye!) (Graphic by Cocaine Bear for the Scoffayette)
Pardee falls into sinkhole, investigation underway
The Morning Call plans to avoid the noun ban, replacing any mention of Trump with the word "hubbahubba." (Graphic by slobweekenjoyer for The Scoffayette)
Trump bans nouns, nation struggles to identify who, what, where
This article has nothing do with Jalen Hurts, just a reminder that he is a Super Bowl MVP. (Graphic by Crangis McBasketball for The Scoffayette)
Baseball team signs Big Justice, The Rizzler
Hole's next song is "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" by U2. (Graphic by slobweekenjoyer for the Scoffayette)
Student Artist Spotlight: That guy in your dorm with a guitar
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President Alison Byerly said she hopes the virtual baccalaureate is a moment members of the class of 2020 can "pause and celebrate". (Photo courtesy Lafayette Flickr)

College to hold virtual baccalaureate ceremony on May 23 for class of 2020

By AJ Traub
May 10, 2020
Siva Vaidhyanathan delivered his lecture in front of the University of Virginia 'grounds,' where he works and the site of the 2017 white nationalist march. (Photo by AJ Traub '20)

The ‘golden age of maximum speech’: Vaidhyanathan delivers ‘Cacophony’ talk as 2020 Jones Lecture

By AJ Traub
May 4, 2020
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From Leopards to Lions: football co-captain Marotti joins CFL, signs with British Columbia

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March 29, 2020
Equestrian's home show was dedicated to six-year old Colton McGregor, grandson of the team's coach Kelly Poff. (Photo courtesy of Kelly Poff)

Orange ribbons mean #ColtonStrong: Equestrian dedicates home show to coach’s grandson battling leukemia

By AJ Traub
March 13, 2020

All athletics suspended due to COVID-19 mitigation efforts

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March 13, 2020

Sports Recap Central

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March 13, 2020

Sports Recap Central

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March 6, 2020
Baseball head coach Joe Kinney announced this season to be his last in a December team meeting. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

‘Two-five out’: Baseball head coach Joe Kinney to retire at the end of the season

By AJ Traub
March 6, 2020
Sophomore catcher Dylan Minghini hit two homers in his first three games. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Swinging for the fences: Minghini’s strong start earns him conference Player of the Week

By AJ Traub
February 28, 2020

Sports Recap Central

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February 21, 2020
The women's club hockey team took just three years to win a championship after their creation. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Women's Hockey)

The puck stops here: Women’s club hockey outlasts George Mason to win championship in the team’s third season

By AJ Traub
February 21, 2020

Sports Recap Central

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February 14, 2020
Hubeny is also currently third in Lafayette history in the decathlon. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Senior Tyler Hubeny beats his own school record at the heptathlon

By AJ Traub
February 14, 2020
This logo was used to commemorate the tenth anniversary of co-ed classes at the college. (Photo courtesy of Special Collections, Skillman Library)

A protest, a vote, and 50 years of change: What happened when Lafayette went co-ed

By AJ Traub
February 14, 2020

Sports Recap Central

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February 7, 2020
Junior forward Natalie Kucowski's across the board contributions lifted the Leopards to their fifth straight win. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s basketball defeats American, pushes win streak to five

By AJ Traub
February 7, 2020
Sophomore guard Nicole Johnson scored a career-high 13 points in the win over Colgate. (Photo courtesy Athletic Communications)

Women’s basketball earns first win over Lehigh since 2015: Leopards push win streak to four with win over Colgate

By AJ Traub
January 31, 2020
Bryant will be posthumously inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this August. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Members of the Lafayette basketball community reflect on Kobe Bryant

By AJ Traub
January 31, 2020
Players from the 1948 team and family members attended the induction ceremony in Kirby Sports Center. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Maroon Club honors football’s team of 1948, who received national recognition for their stand against racial injustice

By AJ Traub
December 6, 2019
The football team finished second in the conference and beat Lehigh in The Rivalry game. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Lafayette athletics recognized for improvement across the board in fall sports

By AJ Traub
December 6, 2019

By the numbers

By AJ Traub
December 6, 2019
Football’s last-minute win was Lafayette’s first over Lehigh since 2014 (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Football ends four-year Rivalry drought with thrilling road win over Lehigh

By AJ Traub
November 24, 2019
Lafayette has not won The Rivalry game since 2014 in the teams' 150th meeting. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Predictions for Rivalry 155

By AJ Traub
November 22, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
November 22, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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November 15, 2019
Field hockey head coach Jennifer Stone ‘04 was named Patriot League Coach of the Year. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications).

Field hockey loses conference final, captain van der Geest and head coach Stone awarded for standout seasons

By AJ Traub
November 15, 2019
Football earned a win over Fordham to improve to 2-1 in the Patriot League. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Football wins second straight home conference game with late touchdown from Selwyn Simpson

By AJ Traub
November 8, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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November 8, 2019
Senior defender Lisa van der Geest (18) has won five consecutive conference Defender of the Week awards, and most recently a national award. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Field hockey continues Patriot League dominance led by star defender Lisa van der Geest

By AJ Traub
November 1, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
November 1, 2019
The Public Safety building on Bushkill Drive is also the headquarters for Lafayette Facilities and Operations. (Photo by Brandon Marin '22)

Scott Kennedy to succeed Bruce Ferretti as Director of Facilities Operations

By AJ Traub
November 1, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
October 25, 2019
The GoLeopards media department excluded swim & dive, cross country, and golf from their Saturday post. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards on Instagram)

GoLeopards media department omits teams from Instagram post, receives backlash from athletes

By AJ Traub
October 25, 2019
Crew's women's 4+ team defended their Head of the Charles bid in the 2019 regatta last weekend. (Photo courtesy of Julia Beckett '21)

The team that rows to the challenge: crew women’s 4+ earns 10th out of 36 at Head of the Charles

By AJ Traub
October 25, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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October 11, 2019
The diving team is Lafayette's only varsity team comprised only of walk-on athletes. (Photo by AJ Traub '20)

Diving into uncharted waters: Lafayette’s team of varsity walk-ons

By AJ Traub
October 11, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
October 4, 2019
Elan 'Skee-Ball Kid' Footerman '20 has never lost a major Skee-Ball tournament in his three years competing. (Photo courtesy of Elan Footerman '20)

Champion of the arcade: Elan Footerman ’20 wins National Skee-Ball Championship

By AJ Traub
October 4, 2019
Jim Finnen, retired Lafayette Public Address Announcer, was commonly referred to as the 'Golden Voice.' (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

The ‘Golden Voice’ of Lafayette: Jim Finnen discusses his 50-year career as the Leopards public address announcer

By AJ Traub
October 4, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
September 27, 2019
The team hosts rival Lehigh tomorrow for a Patriot League match at 1 p.m. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s soccer comes up short in comeback attempt, drops first conference match to Bucknell

By AJ Traub
September 27, 2019
Athletic Director Sherryta Freeman has continued to support new committees as part of her strategic plan. (Photo by AJ Traub '20)

‘Exciting to be in year two’: Athletic Director Freeman discusses the current stages of her five-year plan

By AJ Traub
September 27, 2019
Freshman quarterback Keegan Shoemaker (17) uses a stiff arm to fend off the Sacred Heart defender. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Football loses home opener, but Shoemaker shines with school record total yards

By AJ Traub
September 20, 2019
Head track and field and cross country coach Michele Curcio traveled to Belarus to coach the US track and field throwers. (Photo courtesy of the Lafayette track and field Instagram page)

Track and field coach Curcio represents USA as coach in meet vs. Europe

By AJ Traub
September 20, 2019
Senior goalie Sarah Park made seven saves in the win against Richmond. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Field hockey shakes off four-game losing streak for home win heading into conference play

By AJ Traub
September 20, 2019

Women’s soccer evens record with pair of shutouts, loss to nationally ranked team

By AJ Traub
September 13, 2019
Freshman forward Felicitas Hannes lifted the team to a victory in their home opener with a goal and an assist. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Field hockey’s Felicitas Hannes sparks Leopards’ offense in collegiate debut

By AJ Traub
September 13, 2019
The Leopards won their home opener, staving off a late comeback attempt by VCU. (Photo by AJ Traub '20)

Field hockey starts season with home win, drops second match to nationally ranked Syracuse

By AJ Traub
September 6, 2019
Pitcher David Bednar was drafted in the 35th round of the 2016 MLB draft after his junior year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Former Leopards pitcher David Bednar joins major leagues with the San Diego Padres

By AJ Traub
September 6, 2019
Mike Anekwe '22 (middle) gave out shirts, shoes, basketballs, and refreshments at his foundation's camp in Nigeria. (Photo courtesy of Mike Anekwe '22)

Mike Anekwe ’22 fosters love of basketball in Nigeria through self-funded foundation

By AJ Traub
August 30, 2019
Lafayette volleyball looks to new head coach Ryan Adams as they try to bounce back from a winless conference schedule in 2018. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Under new coaching, Lafayette volleyball team aims to build on disappointing 2018 season

By AJ Traub
August 30, 2019
Field hockey has recently been the most successful Lafayette team in the Patriot League. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Field hockey begins 2019 season with returning top scorers

By AJ Traub
August 30, 2019
The Leopards play six non-conference games before Patriot League play begins in October. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Lafayette football opens 2019 season Saturday at William & Mary

By AJ Traub
August 30, 2019
Senior Justine Perrotti's last equestrian show as an undergraduate student was her first show at IHSA nationals. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Brownstein '21)

Justine Perrotti competes at equestrian collegiate nationals, just misses top 10

By AJ Traub
May 10, 2019
It was announced Monday that women's lacrosse coach Alison Fisher will not be renewed for the 2020 season. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s lacrosse coach Alison Fisher not ‘renewed’ for next season

By AJ Traub
May 10, 2019
Volleyball has not recorded a winning season since 2009. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Athletic department tight-lipped on past alleged issues with volleyball program and termination of former head coach Terri Campbell

By Andrew Hollander and AJ Traub
May 3, 2019
Senior outfielder Dan Leckie got the Leopards on the board in two of the team's recent games. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball wins second consecutive Liberty Bell Classic amid string of five games in four days

By AJ Traub
April 26, 2019
Freshman two-sport athlete Tim Payne broke a 40-year-old school record for the 110-meter hurdles. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Freshman two-sport athlete, record holder Tim Payne looks to transfer from Lafayette

By AJ Traub
April 26, 2019

Athlete Ally club looks to further LGBTQ+ acceptance and awareness in Lafayette athletics

By AJ Traub
April 19, 2019
Senior Justine Perrotti won her fences class at zones to qualify for nationals. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Perrotti)

Riding to the top: Perrotti earns nationals bid with win at zones in her final season

By AJ Traub
April 12, 2019
Equestrian's regionals performance sends Perrotti to zones as the team heads into the Battle in the Saddle. (Photo courtesy of Justine Perrotti '19)

Five from Lafayette show at equestrian regionals: Justine Perrotti qualifies for zones, earns sportsmanship award

By AJ Traub
April 5, 2019
Senior guard Nia Holland's game-winner against Army punctuated an inspiring comeback from injury. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

From near medical retirement to a playoff game winner: senior guard Nia Holland’s comeback story

By AJ Traub
March 29, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
March 29, 2019
Sophomore forward Natalie Kucowski is Lafayette's first ever conference Defensive Player of the Year. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

While women’s basketball ends season with loss, Natalie Kucowski makes history as Defensive Player of the Year

By AJ Traub
March 15, 2019
The equestrian team jumped out to an early lead on their way to winning last Saturday's show. (Photo courtesy of Kelly Poff)

Equestrian wins late season show behind high point rider Alexandra Bishop

By AJ Traub
March 15, 2019
During the Senior Day men's basketball game, football alum Phil Parham '18 proposed to senior cheerleader My'Kelya Dickerson. (Photo courtesy of Lauren Wisniewski)

A match made in Kirby Sports Center: free throw contest ends in marriage proposal

By AJ Traub
March 8, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
March 8, 2019
Equestrian has a few more shows left as they attempt to hurdle past Rutgers in the standings. (Photo courtesy of Justine Perrotti '19)

Equestrian earns reserve champion at home show

By AJ Traub
March 1, 2019

Men’s hockey club dominates in weekend set as playoffs approach

By AJ Traub
February 22, 2019
Born into the ski culture of Colorado, Erin Coyne '19 began skiing at just two years old. (Photo courtesy of Jack Coyne)

Rocky Mountain High: Colorado native senior Erin Coyne blazes trail with club ski team

By AJ Traub
February 22, 2019

After blowout loss, women’s club ice hockey looks to improve for playoff rematch

By AJ Traub
February 15, 2019

New leadership for volleyball team: athletic department selects Ryan Adams for head coach position

By AJ Traub
February 15, 2019

Women’s lacrosse opens season with dominant win at St. Bonaventure

By AJ Traub
February 15, 2019
Quarterback Tom Brady and head coach Bill Belichick won their sixth championship in Super Bowl LIII. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Sidelines: Super Bowl LIII is an acquired taste

By AJ Traub
February 8, 2019
Sophomore midfielder Andrew Robbins net his first career hat trick in loss to Rutgers. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s lacrosse suffers close loss in first game of Patrick Myers’ era

By AJ Traub
February 8, 2019

Athletics department announces departure of volleyball coach

By AJ Traub
February 1, 2019
The women's club hockey team hosted IUP on Sunday for their Senior Day. (Photo courtesy of @laf.ice.hockey on Instagram)

Net positive: women’s club hockey celebrates a fun season despite ending on a loss

By AJ Traub
December 7, 2018

By the numbers

By AJ Traub
November 30, 2018
Peter Newman (right) and former roommate Harvey Bliss (left) joked that the '50' painted on the field was for Newman's 50th Laf-Lehigh (Photo courtesy of Peter Newman '73)

After 50 consecutive Laf-Lehigh football rivalry matchups, professor Peter Newman ’73 reflects on how the game has changed

By AJ Traub
November 30, 2018
Sophomore kicker Jeffrey Kordenbrock provided the lone score for the Leopards with his career-long 43-yard field goal in the second quarter. (Photo by Elle Cox '21).

Leopards’ errors prove costly in 154th Laf-Lehigh football rivalry; team loses for fourth straight year

By AJ Traub
November 27, 2018
Despite tough competition and harsh weather conditions, the quidditch team won its first major tournament. (Photo courtesy of Quidditch's Facebook Page)

Quidditch wins first major tournament in club history at Vassar

By AJ Traub
November 16, 2018

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
November 16, 2018
The team finished two points out of first place in their weekend show. (Photo courtesy of Kelly Meyers)

Equestrian finishes strong in first semester under coach Kelly Poff

By AJ Traub
November 9, 2018
The Lafayette women's ice hockey came away with a win and a pair of ties in its inaugural season. (Photo courtesy of Taylor Lu Kowgios '19)

How Amanda Grisanti ’19 built the women’s ice hockey team, now in its second season

By AJ Traub
November 2, 2018
Lafayette finished 3rd in the Chestnut Hill tournament, behind a pair of teams that included amateur players. (Photo courtesy of Brianna Esker)

Quidditch earns third place at Chestnut Hill tournament

By AJ Traub
October 26, 2018
Field hockey made a major statement with a win over nationally-ranked Penn. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Field hockey takes down nationally-ranked Quakers during 4-game win streak

By AJ Traub
October 19, 2018
(Photo by AJ Traub '20)

The making of the five-year strategic plan for the athletic department

By AJ Traub
October 5, 2018
(Photo by AJ Traub '20)

College releases strategic plan for athletics, puts forth solutions for deficiencies

By AJ Traub
September 28, 2018

By the numbers

By AJ Traub
September 28, 2018
Senior Justine Perrotti placed at the Marshall and Sterling Finals in Saugerties, NY. (Photo courtesy of Mary Kay Schultz)

Senior Justine Perrotti places at Marshall and Sterling Finals for individual equestrian

By AJ Traub
September 21, 2018
Sherryta Freeman took over as Athletic Director on Feb. 19, 2018. (Photo by AJ Traub '20)

Sherryta Freeman leads the Leopards: Lafayette’s Athletic Director talks about her vision and her journey

By AJ Traub
September 14, 2018
Women's crew at the Dad Vail Regatta. (Photo courtesy of Emily Smith '18).

Timeout with…crew coach Rick Kelliher

By AJ Traub
September 7, 2018

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
September 7, 2018
San Francisco 49ers and Arizona Cardinals are two of our writers' picks to perform better in 2018 than they did in 2017 (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons).

Sports writers make NFL predictions

By AJ Traub
August 31, 2018

Sports Recap Central

By AJ Traub
August 31, 2018

By the numbers

By AJ Traub
August 31, 2018
New equestrian head coach Kelly Poff (right) has worked with Lafayette riders, including senior Justine Perrotti (left). (Photo courtesy of Mary Kay Schultz)

‘Top Notch’ coaching: Kelly Poff to take over as head coach of Lafayette equestrian

By AJ Traub
August 31, 2018
Junior Trey Croney (pictured) finished T-10 in the Patriot League Championship, along with sophomore Will Halamandaris. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s golf has a subpar performance at Patriot League Tournament

By AJ Traub
May 4, 2018

By the numbers

By AJ Traub
April 27, 2018
Kristen Propst '14 is working toward earning a spot on the US national crew team. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Crew Club Facebook)

Crew alum Kristen Propst ’14 competes in National Selection Regatta, eyes Olympic bid

By AJ Traub
April 27, 2018
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