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A "Fake is Real" box, seen during a Northampton County fentanyl awareness campaign. (Photo courtesy of Northampton County)
New Narcan box available on campus
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty rejects strategic plan
Rep. Bryan Kibet ‘27 and Rep. Gracie Vale ‘27 ran unopposed. (Photos courtesy of Bryan Kibet ‘27 and Gracie Vale ‘27)
Uncompetitive special election fills Student Government board
Student Government endorses strategic plan, approves budgets at Nov. 21 meeting
Student Government endorses strategic plan, approves budgets at Nov. 21 meeting
The recently remodeled Gilbert's Cafe now features a full Starbucks drink menu and breakfast food items.
How do new Lafayette dining options impact off-campus restaurants?
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
Many of the music technology classes take place in the Williams Center for the Arts computer lab.
College announces new minors
Seven students received honorable Fulbright and Goldwater awards this year. Carter Brand '25 could not be reached for a photo. (Photos by Liv Bamford '24 and Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette; bottom middle photo courtesy of Tess Stanley '25).
Lafayette students awarded Fulbright, Goldwater scholarships
The Indigenous Studies minor will involve courses across several departments.
Indigenous Studies minor approved
Rep. Bryan Kibet ‘27 and Rep. Gracie Vale ‘27 ran unopposed. (Photos courtesy of Bryan Kibet ‘27 and Gracie Vale ‘27)
Uncompetitive special election fills Student Government board
Student Government endorses strategic plan, approves budgets at Nov. 21 meeting
Student Government endorses strategic plan, approves budgets at Nov. 21 meeting
President-elect Alex Brown ‘26 called an election despite not assuming the presidency until January.
Student Government violates bylaws with special election
Rep. Alex Brown '26 has served on Student Government for two semesters. He is a member of academic affairs committee and the census ad hoc committee, which he co-founded. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Student Government)
Alex Brown ‘26 elected Student Government president
The five candidates for Student Government executive board each gave a 30 second introductions before questions began. (Photo by The Lafayette)
Student Government candidates tackle questions at forum
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty rejects strategic plan
Professor Caroline Lee, right, works with Lafayette Votes and helped mobilize voters during the 2024 election cycle. (Photo courtesy of Chris Byrnes '26)
Anthropology and sociology professor speaks at the White House
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty pushes for formal endorsement of strategic plan
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The last ad hoc committee that was passed by the faculty was in 2018 about college expansion.
Ad hoc faculty committee for evaluation of college academic finances passed
The recently remodeled Gilbert's Cafe now features a full Starbucks drink menu and breakfast food items.
How do new Lafayette dining options impact off-campus restaurants?
The Fourth Street Garage, Easton's newest parking garage, opened in 2023.
Easton parking issues loom while city grows
The Nurture Nature Center's "Science on a Sphere" display.
Easton prepares to launch future planetarium
Lafayette faculty and students often conduct research at Bushkill Creek in semesterly or summer projects. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Easton creek restoration receives 6-figure state grant
The bear was sighted in front of and behind Easton Hall by students. (Photo courtesy of Robbie Neumeyer '26)
Bear spotted near Easton Hall
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
Benjamin Kitson '24 is currently serving time in Chester County Prison. (Photo courtesy of LafayetteDelts.net)
Recent alumnus sentenced for child pornography charges
The victim of Tuesday's shooting is current not cooperating with officials. (Photo courtesy of Easton Police Department)
Man injured in Easton shooting, suspect still at large
The broken glass has been temporarily repaired with plexiglass.
Public Safety investigating incident after student punches through glass door of Kirby House
Peter Milius was formally arraigned at the Northampton County Courthouse on Sept. 19.
Criminal court scheduled in Milius case
A "Fake is Real" box, seen during a Northampton County fentanyl awareness campaign. (Photo courtesy of Northampton County)
New Narcan box available on campus
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty rejects strategic plan
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The bicentennial celebration will incorporate long-standing Lafayette traditions. (Media by Hiya Khan '28 for The Lafayette)
Initial bicentennial plans revealed
Lafayette Votes plans to have an information table on election day, providing information on each candidate and where students should cast their ballot.
Lafayette Votes reports high number of student voter registrants
Scott Hall once belonged to the brothers of Phi Delta Theta fraternity, but was later sold to the college in the 1980s.
Haunted houses
Salvage Goods II Gilded is just down the block from Salvage Goods on S. 3rd Street in Easton.
Vintage eatery joins downtown Easton
"Brick Easton" builds iconic Easton landmarks — like Center Square — out of Lego. (Photo courtesy of Brick Easton on Facebook)
‘Brick Easton’ builder crafts Easton with Lego
The writing groups were advertised with posters around campus this semester. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegewritingprogram on Instagram)
New writing groups wrap up first semester
Lead actors Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are already receiving award nomination buzz for their performances in "Wicked." (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Wicked’ is a spellbinding musical success
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’
Music by Lilly Hercik '27 can be streamed on Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube Music. (Photo courtesy of @lillymoss.music on Instagram)
Student Artist Spotlight: Lilly Hercik ‘27 puts a new spin on country music
Lead actors Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are already receiving award nomination buzz for their performances in "Wicked." (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Wicked’ is a spellbinding musical success
"Gladiator II" is Ridley Scott's 29th directorial project. (Photo courtesy of MoviePosters.com)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Gladiator II’ is a sequel that packs a punch
"Crooked House" was published in 1949 and has sold over a billion copies worldwide. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Nat’s Novels: My top 4 favorite Agatha Christie novels
"Remember the Titans" features a powerful performance by lead actor Denzel Washington, as well as an early breakout role by Ryan Gosling. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Remember the Titans’ is an enduring football classic
The pit orchestra of "Bright Star" features a professional violin player on the fiddle, as well as many student musicians playing its bluegrass-inspired score.
Performance Review: College theater’s ‘Bright Star’ shines bright
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
Julian Shorter ‘27, Liam Ward '27 and Jack Marich '27 import bagels weekly from New Jersey to make breakfast sandwiches. (Photo courtesy of Jack Marich '27)
Small Business Spotlight: Bean’s Bagels brings homemade breakfast sandwiches to your door
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 fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Art Jam has activities for all forms of creative expression, from playing music to drawing and painting. (Photo courtesy of McKenna Graf '26)
Art Jam: Art Society’s weekly hub of creativity
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
The faculty play was a time-honored tradition at the college for nearly 40 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
What happened to faculty plays?
"The Laff-a-lot" was the first-ever satirical version of The Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The history of The Scoffayette
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
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
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefner's Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 
Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon
Junior guard Ryan Pettit lays the ball up after a steal against Binghamton University on Sunday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball hosts inaugural Lafayette Classic
Senior guard Halee Smith attempts to dribble past a FDU defender in Wednesday night's game. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball drops close matches against Monmouth, FDU
Senior guard Abby Antognoli scored her 1,000th point for the women's basketball team against Monmouth on Sunday. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)
Abby Antognoli joins 1K point club
The ski and snowboarding team is gearing up to start its season in January. (Photo courtesy of Lindsay Correll '25)
Checking in on club sports
Student-athletes participate in an activity for the Oaks Leadership Academy. (Photo courtesy of @leopardspotlight on Instagram)
Oaks Leadership Academy cultures student-athlete success
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
Lehigh comes into the rivalry matchup at 4-1 in the Patriot League, with a chance to take the conference championship. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh University Athletics)
Why Lehigh will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Easton High School leads the all-time series 67-44-5 against Phillipsburg High School heading into this year's rivalry matchup. (Photo courtesy of Chris Taverner '25)
‘The rivalry will never leave you’
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
Junior guard Ryan Pettit lays the ball up after a steal against Binghamton University on Sunday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball hosts inaugural Lafayette Classic
Sophomore forward Joshua Wyche contests a shot against Rhode Island on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops matchups against Cornell, Rhode Island
The men's basketball team earned a last-second win against Penn on Tuesday in its first home game of the season.
Men’s basketball falls at LaSalle, earns nail-biting 1st victory against Penn
Senior center Justin Vander Baan looks to finish through contact against Villanova. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses season opener to Villanova
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
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
Freshmen Tyler and Aidan Mahaffey are looking to double up on the tennis team this year.
Double trouble
Senior Arman Ganchi went 2-4 in his matches over the weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis competes at Lehigh Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from a rough outing this weekend at the Lehigh Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated in dual matches against Monmouth, Rider
The women's tennis team opened its fall season at Bucknell this weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s tennis compete at Bucknell Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from an 8-15 record last season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis starts season at Bloomsburg Invitational
Sophomore outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to dig the ball. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins in 5 against Fordham, silenced twice by FDU
Freshman outside hitter Paige Chmura and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to contest a Virginia Tech player. (Photo courtesy of Virginia Tech Athletics)
Volleyball falls to Winthrop, wins against Virginia Tech at weekend tourney
Senior outside hitter Abby Nieporte and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to block a Syracuse player. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Athletics)
Volleyball begins season 3-1 at Salt City Classic Tournament
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Senior middle blocker Gracie Gibson earned All-Patriot League Second Team honors this season. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball drops final match of season
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
Op-ed: Moving forward
Op-ed: Write
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Editorial: A call for campus contribution
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
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?
On the Spot: Who won the vice presidential debate, and why?
On the Spot: Who won the vice presidential debate, and why?
On the Spot: Who won the debate, and why?
On the Spot: Who won the debate, and why?
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and "got a sense of his soul."
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Don't worry, the Quaddlers can't count to 84,000.
New Bowd of Twustees talks goals, kitties
“I don’t get the sense that the men were ever afraid to show how smart they were in a classroom,” Thaddeus Robert Barron Pardee ‘33 said.
Men of first class look back 191 years after graduating
Do not come.
Lafayette College announces ‘Hibachi for Harris’
Defenestrate the frat men? Fine, we'll do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
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All content by Andreas Pelekis
The Fourth Street Garage, Easton's newest parking garage, opened in 2023.

Easton parking issues loom while city grows

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
December 6, 2024
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.

Meet your new dean of students

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
November 22, 2024
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.

[Photo] Faculty pushes for formal endorsement of strategic plan

By Selma O'Malley, Managing Editor
November 22, 2024
Donald Trump's victory was officially called by the Associated Press on Wednesday at 5:34 a.m. EST. (Photo courtesy of the Los Angeles Times)

Donald Trump wins 2024 presidential election

By Selma O'Malley and Andreas Pelekis
November 8, 2024
Professor John Kincaid accurately predicted higher voter turnout compared to the last election.

[Photo] International journalists discuss predictions on eve of election

By Victoria Hneleski, Contributing Writer
November 8, 2024
A quiet scene outside First Presbyterian Church in Downtown Easton.

[Photo] 2024 Election Day on campus

By The Lafayette Staff
November 5, 2024
Pennsylvania remains one of the major swing states in the 2024 presidential election. (Photos by Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette and The Associated Press)

Harris, Trump visit Lehigh Valley in week leading up to Election Day

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
November 4, 2024
Susan Wild has served in the House of Representatives since 2018.

Democratic Rep. Susan Wild talks policy with The Lafayette

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
November 1, 2024
Republican state Rep. Ryan Mackenzie graduated from Parkland High School, located in the Lehigh Valley, in 2000.

Republican House candidate Ryan Mackenzie talks policy with The Lafayette

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
November 1, 2024
Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson takes a question from an audience member concerned about Republicans' control of Latino voters.

Mike Johnson visits Northampton County for second time in recent weeks

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
November 1, 2024
The 90-minute Q&A session focused on bipartisan issues.

College hosts former congressman, RNC chair in bipartisan discussion

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
October 25, 2024
The northern lights visibility resulted in a crowding of students on the Quad. (Photo courtesy of Gigi Rauchut '26)

Northern lights put on stunning show at Lafayette

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
October 11, 2024
Eastonians love their garlic grub. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)

We sampled stinky Garlic Fest snacks

By Andreas Pelekis, Clara Witmer and Makenna McCall
October 11, 2024
The college scheduled eight listening sessions to talk to campus community members about the strategic plan.

College announces proposed strategic plan

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 27, 2024
Peter Milius was formally arraigned at the Northampton County Courthouse on Sept. 19.

Criminal court scheduled in Milius case

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 27, 2024
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from a rough outing this weekend at the Lehigh Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Men’s tennis defeated in dual matches against Monmouth, Rider

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 27, 2024
Before the two incidents in McCartney II, no elevator had been stuck in a residence hall for over a year.

Residence hall elevator issues prompt emergency calls

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 20, 2024
Maria (left), a mixed breed, is a friendly face in the English department.

Dog owner, dog professor

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 13, 2024
Rachel Tielking '27: I think Kamala definitely won the debate. She spoke so eloquently. She voiced all of her points in a clear and concise way and I think that what a lot of what Trump said at multiple points was not only laughable but deeply concerning and frightening at times.

[Photo] On the Spot: Who won the debate, and why?

September 13, 2024
The criminal investigation into Mindleaf CBD began in July.

College Hill hemp store charged with selling marijuana

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 6, 2024
Walter Snipes has worked in higher education for 20 years. (Photo courtesy of Davidson College)

Walter Snipes announced as incoming dean of students

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
August 30, 2024
The new building also hosts English and Mathematics classes this semester.

Renovated building for economics, policy departments opens to campus

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
August 30, 2024
Jennifer Dize worked at Lafayette College for over seven years while Karina Fuentes served for five. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr and Karina Fuentes on LinkedIn)

Administrative turnover continues with late-summer departures

By Elisabeth Seidel and Andreas Pelekis
August 3, 2024
The incident comes nearly two months after a shooting occurred in Easton's West Ward. (Photo courtesy of City of Easton on X)

Shots fired into occupied Easton home

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
July 6, 2024
This is the first time the Commission on Presidential Debates has cancelled all its debates. (Photo courtesy of NPR)

Vice presidential debate at Lafayette canceled

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
June 25, 2024
The proposed dates for the vice presidential debate are currently July 23 and Aug. 13. (Photo courtesy of The New York Times)

Lafayette’s future as vice presidential debate host uncertain

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
May 15, 2024
Sebree Solar II will begin operations in the early stages of 2025. (Photo courtesy of NextEra Energy Resources)

Lafayette announces solar energy partnership

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
April 26, 2024
The inciting incident took place in Rubin Hall on the night of Oct. 15.

[Photo] Now-former student charged with child pornography possession, invasion of privacy after filming students in shower

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
April 26, 2024
About 200 students attended Tuesday's event on the Quad.

Water balloon fight soaks Quad

By Andreas Pelekis, Selma O'Malley and Trebor Maitin
April 19, 2024
No damage was reported in Easton. (Photo courtesy of the United States Geological Survey)

Earthquake rattles Lafayette

By Trebor Maitin and Andreas Pelekis
April 5, 2024
The faculty voted 92-26 in favor of the new mission statement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Residence Life)

Faculty approves revised mission and values statement

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
April 5, 2024
Gyro Concept offers a plethora of classic Greek dishes on its menu.

Restaurant Review: Gyro Concept brings authentic Greek fare to College Hill

By Natalia Ferruggia and Andreas Pelekis
April 5, 2024
Coca-Cola Park is about a 25 minute drive from campus. (Photo courtesy of noisenation.com)

IronPigs: A guide to your local minor league baseball team

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
April 5, 2024
Terese Heidenwolf's work at Skillman Library spanned over three decades. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Library)

Library ‘cornerstone’ Terese Heidenwolf passes away

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
March 22, 2024
Candidates answered questions from both moderators and audience members.

Candidates in Student Government special election speak at forum

By Selma O'Malley and Andreas Pelekis
March 1, 2024
Arman and Hanna Ganchi both play first singles for the Leopards. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi)

Meet the Ganchis of the tennis team

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
March 1, 2024
In the future, Remy Oktay '24 hopes to spearhead events that bring many students onto the Quad.

Students turn Quad into snowball battleground

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
February 16, 2024
Three months after the investigation was launched, the Department of Education has released no updates. (Photo courtesy of Getty Images)

Department of Education investigation at Lafayette continues

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
February 16, 2024
Kirby Sports Center, the home of Lafayette's basketball teams, will be transformed into a debate stage come September.

College releases initial plans for vice presidential debate

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
February 9, 2024
The Commodore's opening came after a six-year construction process.

[Photo] Mixed-use development officially opens downtown

By Madeline Convy, Contributing Writer
February 2, 2024
In the coming months, multiple pop-up restaurants will temporarily fill the space that was once Miss Jackson's Kitchen.

Pop-up restaurant to open for 3 days at former Miss Jackson’s

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
January 26, 2024
No members of the class of 2026 delegation returned to the general body.

Meet your new Student Government representatives

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
December 8, 2023
Bob Foltz can be found on the sidelines of nearly every basketball game.

Section 5, row B, seat 1

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
December 8, 2023
One of the alternatives for course evaluation access is a syllabus repository.

Faculty committee considers course evaluation alternatives

By Andreas Pelekis and Selma O'Malley
December 8, 2023
Student Government report card, Nov. 16

Student Government report card, Nov. 16

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
December 1, 2023
Professor Mike Bertucci's research may help combat dangerous diseases caused by streptococcus gordonii. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Chemistry professor receives teacher-scholar award

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
December 1, 2023

Op-ed: How do we fill the stands?

By Andreas Pelekis
November 17, 2023
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.

College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
November 17, 2023
Members of the soccer team thank fans after their quarterfinal victory over American University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Men’s soccer championship preview

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
November 11, 2023
The college's yearly crime history is published in the "Annual Security and Fire Safety Report."

Contextualizing the weekly crime log

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
November 10, 2023
The field hockey team celebrates its semifinal win against Boston. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Field hockey championship preview

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
November 3, 2023
Student Government will appoint one of its representatives to serve as temporary Inclusivity Officer before a special election.

Student Government fails to produce candidate for inclusivity officer

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
November 3, 2023
The updated course registration process adds a feature called "Plan Ahead" that mimics Coursicle.

Class registration process changed

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
October 27, 2023
Public Safety recently adopted a new set of parking rules to reduce confusion.

Public Safety’s powers

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
September 29, 2023
The administration will assess space availability in dining halls in the coming weeks.

Dining hall overflows due to reservation conflict

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
September 22, 2023
Dining administrators have cited growing pains in the challenges experienced by students.

Parkhurst makes changes to dining experience

By Selma O'Malley and Andreas Pelekis
September 8, 2023
Sophomore Jake Magnusson gets set to receive in the first round of the Bucknell Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Tennis teams debut at Bucknell Invitational

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
September 8, 2023
The debut of Simon's Market has been largely overshadowed by widespread complaints about the new dining provider.

New dining provider serves up outrage

By Andreas Pelekis and Selma O'Malley
September 1, 2023
Krista Evans' main goal as dean of admissions is to understand the campus community. (Photo courtesy of Bethlehem Area School District)

Krista Evans joins college as new dean of admissions

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
September 1, 2023
The master plan will be finalized at the end of 2023.

Master plan recap: A year of envisioning change

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
May 5, 2023
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committee's proposal.

Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
April 28, 2023
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.

Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
April 21, 2023
The Quad lights have been taken down as of earlier this week.

Balancing safety, sustainability with college lighting

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
March 24, 2023
Fencing now looks forward to hosting regionals after competing in the MACFA tournament. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Fencing finishes regular season with MACFA Championships

By Andreas Pelekis and Caroline McParland
March 10, 2023
Senior captain Leo O'Boyle, who scored his 1,000th career point against American on Sunday, will be key for the Leopards against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Patriot League Championship Preview: Can the Leopards pull off the upset?

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
March 7, 2023
The new "training table" will feature more vegetables and protein options for football players.

‘I needed more meals’: Athletes on campus dining struggles

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
March 3, 2023
Oak, birch and cedar trees are among the worst for seasonal allergies. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)

‘Worse than usual’: Allergies at Lafayette

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
February 24, 2023
A record number of freshmen applied to Student Government.

Student Government sees drastic increase in application numbers

By Andreas Pelekis, Staff Writer
February 17, 2023
Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards' matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
February 10, 2023
A large point of debate was club sports funding.

Student Government Executive Board candidates share platforms during Q & A session

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
February 10, 2023
The bulk of Student Government spending goes toward club sports.

Who should fund Lafayette’s club sports?

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
February 3, 2023
The Leopards faced formidable competition at the invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Fencing kicks off 2023 at Penn Invite

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
January 27, 2023
Sam Bankman-Fried has become the face of the cryptocurrency meltdown in recent weeks. (Photo courtesy of Getty Images)

FTX collapse possibly affects college students

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
December 9, 2022
Senior Bobby Oehrlein led the way for the Leopards, finishing just short of the school record. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Hartman, Oehrlein lead cross country at Mid-Atlantic Division Championships

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
November 18, 2022
Two Lafayette teams compete in men's club volleyball's first round-robin style tournament. (Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)

Men’s club volleyball has first ever home invitational

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
November 11, 2022
President Nicole Hurd encourages students to offer their input for the campus master plan.

Global firm to help Lafayette implement first master plan in nearly a decade

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
November 4, 2022
A new first-year dean will be hired, allowing each class year to have an individual advisor.

Lafayette advising office to undergo major staffing shuffle, new first-year dean to be announced 

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
October 28, 2022
Juniors Davis Moore and Matt Doane show off their trophies from the Homecoming Cornhole Tournament. (Photo courtesy of Scott Kushner)

Student Involvement hosts exciting cornhole tournament

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
October 21, 2022
Senior goalkeeper Alex Sutton drills a goal kick to advance the ball during Lafayette's scoreless draw with Boston University. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Men’s soccer ties Boston University

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
September 30, 2022
Skillman Library offers a variety of technology for loan, including calculators, laptops, projectors and cameras.

You get a condom! You get a calculator! You get a camera!

By Andreas Pelekis, Contributing Writer
September 23, 2022
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