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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

The Lafayette

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All content by Allie Rosen
She Kills Monsters uses set design, costume design and fight choreography to put on an exhilarating performance. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

A comedy-packed fantasy with a ‘heartfelt story,’ ‘She Kills Monsters’ debuts tonight

March 1, 2019
Although the cast of The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part helps the film, it is ultimately predictable and forgettable. (Photo courtesy of IMDb.com)

Movie Review: While cast and jokes shine, ‘The Lego Movie 2’ lacks magic of predecessor

February 15, 2019
New interactive Netflix film Bandersnatch is from the creators of Black Mirror. (Photo courtesy of IMDB.com)

Netflix Review: ‘Bandersnatch’ is compelling, but novelty quickly wears off

February 1, 2019
A roundup of Christmas movies to watch to get ready for the holiday season. (Photo courtesy of Pixabay.com)

From a classic to a horror film, some holiday season favorites

November 16, 2018
The problem with Bohemian Rhapsody is [that] it doesnt know whether it wants to tell his story or the story of the band (Photo courtesy courtesy of imdb.com)

Movie Review: ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ tries to tell important story but falls flat

November 9, 2018
Halloween (2018) picks up where it left off in the original movie in 1978. (Photo courtesy of Thehorrorsofhalloween.com)

Movie Review: ‘Halloween’ (2018) captures the original spirit of the 40-year-old movie franchise

October 26, 2018
Gaga and Cooper both disappear into their roles in the new film, A Star Is Born. (Photo courtesy of IMDb.com)

Movie Review: ‘A Star Is Born’ features stellar performances, but the remake adds nothing new

October 19, 2018
Hell Fest feels so real one can easily believe the characters have total free will. (Photo courtesy of Impawards.com)

Plotkin brings cast to life in new slasher ‘Hell Fest’

October 5, 2018
Assassination Nation is a poorly executed movie that lacks plot and character development (Photo Courtesy of IMDb.com)

Movie Review: ‘Assassination Nation’ proves to be a “hot piece of garbage.”

September 28, 2018
The Predator is missing many key elements. (Photo courtesy of IMDB.com)

Movie Review: ‘The Predator’ delivers in classic 90s action movie style despite having consistency issues

September 21, 2018
The movie understands the story its telling and doesn’t waste its time with much of a plot and character development, says movie reviewer Allie Rosen 19. (Courtesy of MegTheMovie.org)

Movie Review: “The Meg” does not disappoint despite its flaws

August 31, 2018
Noise becomes the characters worst enemy in A Quiet Place. (Photo courtesy of Youtube)

Movie Review: “A Quiet Place” takes audience on intense and nearly silent journey

April 13, 2018
Photo courtesy of comingsoon.net Without Del Toro, Deknight pulls off an entertaining sequel in “Pacific Rim Uprising”

“Pacific Rim” sequel defies expectations but lacks depth

March 30, 2018
Annihilation has scenes that will make you want to shrink into your seat. Photo Courtesy of IMDB.com

“Annihilation” leaves pressing questions unanswered, but remains visually stunning

March 9, 2018
Photo Courtesy of Gamenight.movie

While “Game Night” is a funny comedy, it falls short in some aspects

March 2, 2018
“Black Panther” has been breaking multiple box office records. Photo Courtesy of City Metric

Black Panther goes beyond high expectations and does not disappoint

February 23, 2018
Photo Courtesy of Universal Pictures

Fifty Shades Freed: unusual but enjoyable

February 16, 2018
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle does not disappoint. (Photo Courtesy of JumanjiMovie.com)

“Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” makes a surprisingly good sequel

February 2, 2018
Photo Courtesy of RosevilleCinemas.com

Movie Review: “Call Me By Your Name”

January 26, 2018
Justice League is far from perfect (Photo Courtesy of IMPawards.com).

Movie Review: ‘Justice League’ is imperfect but entertaining

December 1, 2017
Thor: Ragnarok is the best of the Thor movies (Photo Courtesy of JoBlo.com).

The best of Thor: ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ outdoes its series

November 10, 2017
The Lafayette College Theater Department opened The Drowsy Chaperone on Thursday. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Review: Cast of ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’ exceeds expectations

November 3, 2017
(Photo Courtesy of impawards.com)

Movie Review: ‘Blade Runner 2049’ tops original film

October 20, 2017
Sequel in Kingsman franchise lacks compared to predecessor (Photo Courtesy of Wikipedia.com).

‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ lacks compared to predecessor

September 29, 2017
It sets new standards for horror films (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons).

‘It’ redefines horror

September 15, 2017
Logan Lucky stands out from any movie to come out this summer (Courtesy of MoviePoster.com).

‘Logan Lucky’ shines at end of summer

September 1, 2017
Fate of the Furious is more of the same in the best sense of the term. (Photo courtesy of IMP Awards)

‘Fate of the Furious’ continues legacy of franchise

April 28, 2017
The film Life released this year. (Wikimedia Commons)

An original film doesn’t live up to trailer

April 7, 2017
The 2017 remake of Beauty and the Beast premiered last week (Photo courtesy of IMDB).

The unnecessary remake of a classic movie: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ review

March 24, 2017
Get Out is Jordan Peeles debut film as a director (Photo courtesy of Trailer Addict).

Jordan Peele’s directorial debut, ‘Get Out’: Film sends message of cultural appropriation

March 3, 2017
A Cure for Wellness is the creepy new film directed by Gore Verbinski (Courtesy of ComingSoon.net).

‘A Cure for Wellness’: Verbinski’s new movie too drawn out

February 24, 2017
The newly released film Hidden Figures stars Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, and Taraji P. Henson. (Photo Courtesy of IMP Awards).

Film celebrates unrecognized figures in NASA mission

February 10, 2017

Soulfege places third in regional competition

February 3, 2017
The newly released thriller Split stars James McAvoy and Anya Taylor-Joy. (Photo Courtesy of IMP Awards).

Back to his roots: M. Night Shyamalan’s new thriller is cringe-worthy

January 27, 2017
Photo Courtesy of Star Wars News Net

Coming soon to theaters, new movie of galactic proportions

December 9, 2016
Courtesy of imdb.com

Top charts: The best movies of 2016

December 9, 2016
Moana falls short of Disney standards: Movie misses high marks set by Frozen, Zootopia

‘Moana’ falls short of Disney standards: Movie misses high marks set by ‘Frozen,’ ‘Zootopia’

December 2, 2016

A sci-fi thriller out of this world: ‘Arrival’ movie review

November 18, 2016
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