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Approximately 50 people were in attendance for the protest, with many bystanders and parents watching.
Dining protest led by students during Family Weekend
The Student Government president and vice president abstained from voting on the resolution.
Student Government calls for Parkhurst investigation
Tommy Lee said his work with Safe Zone training and Lavender Lane are two of his proudest accomplishments. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Tommy Lee, LGBTQ+ advocate, to depart next week
The new process requires clubs to have at least 20 active members, an advisor and a constitution.
Club re-registration process kicks off
The new dean structure was implemented in July.
New academic dean structure running smoothly
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
The new lobby of Markle Hall has been completed after over 18 months of construction.
Admissions space looking brighter after Markle renovations
ChatGPT is one of the most widely used AI programs among students.
New ChatGPT committee seeks to study artificial intelligence in classrooms
The Curriculum and Educational Policy Committee spearheaded changes to Lafayettes curriculum.
Common Course of Study requirements to change for class of 2029
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
The Student Government president and vice president abstained from voting on the resolution.
Student Government calls for Parkhurst investigation
The new process requires clubs to have at least 20 active members, an advisor and a constitution.
Club re-registration process kicks off
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Student Governments decision to raise the student activity fee was influenced in part by the draining of its reserve funds.
Student activity fee increases, provides more funding for clubs
Student Government vacancies have been a significant issue since the February application cycle.
Student Government vacancies left unfilled for months
Tommy Lee said his work with Safe Zone training and Lavender Lane are two of his proudest accomplishments. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Tommy Lee, LGBTQ+ advocate, to depart next week
The new dean structure was implemented in July.
New academic dean structure running smoothly
Professor Kathleen Parrish raised concerns about doors not locking from the inside in Pardee Hall.
Public Safety working to clear up lockdown procedures
The grant will allow professor Christian López to collaborate with students on his upcoming project. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Bringing machine learning to the classroom
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Public Safety recently adopted a new set of parking rules to reduce confusion.
Public Safety’s powers
The manager of Hana Sushi & Teppanyaki said the restaurant remedied its health code violations.
College Hill restaurants violate food safety codes, make changes
The Commodore will be the first of the new buildings to finish construction.
Three new buildings coming Downtown
The Lafayette Inn was once owned by Lafayettes chapter of Pi Lambda Phi.
Lafayette’s own bed and breakfast
The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Digital exclusive: Easton mayoral debate recap
Professor Kathleen Parrish raised concerns about doors not locking from the inside in Pardee Hall.
Public Safety working to clear up lockdown procedures
Public Safety recently adopted a new set of parking rules to reduce confusion.
Public Safety’s powers
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
The accident occurred at the intersection of McCartney and High Streets.
College Hill traffic accident leaves student hospitalized
Public Safety has increased its presence on and off campus following the incident.
Gun flashed at students at Cattell Street house
The Student Government president and vice president abstained from voting on the resolution.
Student Government calls for Parkhurst investigation
The new dean structure was implemented in July.
New academic dean structure running smoothly
Public Safety recently adopted a new set of parking rules to reduce confusion.
Public Safety’s powers
The Sustainable Office Program is part of the colleges commitment to reaching carbon neutrality by 2035.
New sustainability program promotes green office environment
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Barbara Vasconez and Mik Mattis are the team that runs all operations at Mystery Box Games.
Small Business Spotlight: Every night is game night at Mystery Box Games
Adam Atkinson is always ready to document life at Lafayette.
Picturing Lafayette through Adam Atkinson’s lens
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a celebration of unity and love. (Photo courtesy of Susanna Hontz 24)
Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates Chinese cultural traditions
Elena Duffy 24 is currently working on a new EP. (Photo courtesy of Elena Duffy 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Elena Duffy ‘24 finds her voice
The Immersive Arts Lab is a space to experiment with virtual reality technology.
Providing tools for the curious
Elena Duffy 24 is currently working on a new EP. (Photo courtesy of Elena Duffy 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Elena Duffy ‘24 finds her voice
Image Pattersons Sankofa is named for a Ghanaian proverb. (Photo courtesy of Image Patterson ‘25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Image Patterson ‘25 highlights Black culture with art installation
Maria Cangro 24 (front, center-right) lived at Skidmore College for two weeks while taking creative writing workshops. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Maria Cangro ’24 receives full scholarship to Skidmore College Poetry Seminar
Maria Soukup 26 is trained in playing classical music on the violin. (Photo courtesy of Rae Shepard 26)
Student Artist Spotlight: Violinist Maria Soukup ’26 on her love for ‘shared language’ of playing
Hanoi Ragmen has performed in established venues in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Shaan Shuster 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Shaan Shuster ’23 on his award-winning band
Barbie was just as good the second time around in theaters. (Photo courtesy of The Movie Database)
‘Barbie’ IMAX re-release is truly ‘sublime’
In the Aeroplane Over the Sea is an exploration of human emotion and tragedy. (Photo courtesy of Spotify)
‘In the Aeroplane Over the Sea’ celebrates 25 years
Vampire Weekends Modern Vampires of the City epitomizes religious existential dread. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Berman’s Beats: ‘Modern Vampires of the City’ celebrates 10 year anniversary
Steven Spielbergs Schindlers List (1993) is a masterclass in cinematography. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: Sam’s top 5 of all time
Olivia Rodrigo demonstrates her lyrical and vocal strengths on her new album “Guts.” (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Guts’ will make you want to scream
Barbara Vasconez and Mik Mattis are the team that runs all operations at Mystery Box Games.
Small Business Spotlight: Every night is game night at Mystery Box Games
The idea for Seth and Co. Coffee started as an online business.
Small Business Spotlight: Seth and Co. Coffee builds community for young adults with special needs
The Raven 96 was opened out of Raven Gabriels love for the restaurant industry.
Small Business Spotlight: The Raven 96 proves breakfast is most important meal of day
College Hill Café is located diagonal from College Hill Tavern at 501 Cattell Street. (Photo courtesy of Rose DeFranco)
Small Business Spotlight: College Hill Café revives old neighborhood favorite
Casa 401 offers Colombian-made clothing, homeware, accessories and more.
Small Business Spotlight: Casa 401 brings Colombian-made sustainable goods to downtown Easton
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a celebration of unity and love. (Photo courtesy of Susanna Hontz 24)
Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates Chinese cultural traditions
Ari Ismail ‘26 and Ariel Haber-Fawcett ‘25 created the Middle Eastern Studies Association to raise awareness of issues in the region.
From the court to the stage
Meredith Forman 24 hopes that the addition of pride flags on the arts houses will spur more LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Pride flags installed at art houses as ‘visual show of allyship’
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)
Write to Be connects student writers of color
Rick Fisher (right), who was the Leopard mascot for 15 years, poses with the current mascot, Dysean Alexander. (Photo courtesy of Dysean Alexander)
Unmasking the Leopard
The current spring concert, Lafchella, features student bands and local performers. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
History of the spring concert
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
Ted Norton eventually resigned from his position at Lafayettes library after being accused of having communist ties. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Communists on campus?: Letters illuminate Lafayette’s Red Scare
The display on James Armistead Lafayette will be in Skillman room 209 throughout Black History Month.
Special Collections honors Revolutionary-era Black spy with display
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 Hefners 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
Shayne Figueroa 99 first became interested in food studies after taking an American Studies class at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Shayne Figueroa 99)
Alumni Spotlight: NYU professor Shayne Figueroa ’99 shares passion for food history
Amy Emerick Clerkin 03 landed a Capitol Hill gig just months after graduation. (Photo courtesy of LegiStorm)
Alumni Spotlight: Amy Emerick Clerkin ’03 on climbing Washington’s ranks
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile drops back to pass during the win against Monmouth. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Football beats Monmouth to go 3-1, best start in a decade
Junior goalkeeper Griffin Huff controls the ball while holding the opposition scoreless. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ends losing streak with two conference clean sheets
The womens club ice hockey team poses on the ice. (Photo courtesy of Lily Hooghuis 26)
Club ice hockey teams rebuild
Equipment manager Michael Shiffert 18 played on the football team during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Behind the scenes, equipment managers keep everything in order
The Leopards look to get back on track tomorrow as they return home to play American University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer drops game to Loyola, picks up draw against #13 Princeton
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile drops back to pass during the win against Monmouth. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Football beats Monmouth to go 3-1, best start in a decade
Equipment manager Michael Shiffert 18 played on the football team during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Behind the scenes, equipment managers keep everything in order
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football crushes Columbia in home opener
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile throws the ball against Duke. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football falls to No. 21 Duke for first loss of season
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis evades a Sacred Heart defender. (Photo by George Vikranis for GoLeopards)
Football impresses in debut, holds off Sacred Heart for second straight year
Junior goalkeeper Griffin Huff controls the ball while holding the opposition scoreless. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ends losing streak with two conference clean sheets
First-year midfielder Beaux Lizewski dribbles away from a Colgate defender at Gummeson Grounds last Saturday. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer drops games against Colgate, Albany
The mens soccer team now looks ahead to conference play with a 3-1-2 record. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer beats Binghamton 2-0, falls to Fairleigh Dickinson in nail-biter
First-year forward Roy Biegon maneuvers around a Le Moyne defender. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer destroys competition to notch first two wins of year
Members of Lafayette leadership, coaches and donors unveiled the new Gummeson Grounds at Metzgar Field Complex. (Photo by Ryan Hulvat for GoLeopards)
Gummeson Grounds unveiled
Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season
Adama Sanogo waits to embrace head coach Dan Hurley following their national championship victory. (Photo courtesy of KSL Sports)
Sidelines: Wrapping up March Madness
Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)
From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in
The mens basketball team celebrates its Sunday night win against American, which sent it to the Patriot League finals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
After nail-biting win against American, men’s basketball falls to No. 1 seed Colgate in League Championship
Senior captain Leo OBoyle, 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?
Senior midfielder Ariel Schumacher drives the ball on the wet turf. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey drops rainy match against American
The field hockey team poses with sophomore Leo Baumgardner at Metzgar Fields. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Meet Leo Baumgardner, field hockey’s star practice player
Junior defender India Ralph brings the ball up the field during the teams winning weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey dominates in weekend matches, sweeps weekly Patriot League honors
Sophomore Josephine van Wijk puts a shot on goal during the Leopards match against Columbia. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey celebrates mental health awareness in loss to Columbia
The field hockey team gathers for a huddle at Rappolt Field. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Van Wijk on a roll, can’t lift Leopards in out-of-conference games
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
The tennis team beat Loyola Maryland for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis sets program record in blowout victory over Loyola Maryland
Senior Halle DeNardo waits to return the ball during her match against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis drops senior day match to Lehigh
Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory
Senior Nash Lovallo was a first place finisher this weekend at the Bloomsburg Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis shines in last fall tournament, looks with optimism to spring season
Christian Kiselica led George Washington to a top-25 ranking prior to coming to Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Christian Kiselica named head volleyball coach
The team poses after its win in the final game of the season. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettewclubvball on Instagram)
Women’s club volleyball wins final tournament of semester
The Lafayette mens club volleyball team poses after its successful first tournament. (Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)
Men’s club volleyball attends first ever tournament at Kutztown
Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell
Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament
Editorial: A call for transparency
Op-Ed: A Menstrual Equity Open Letter to the administration and student body: Phase Two
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Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Editorial: A call for transparency
Op-Ed: A Menstrual Equity Open Letter to the administration and student body: Phase Two
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
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The Student Government office should reopen in two to four business days, once the clean up crew takes care of the blood.
Student Government Budget Committee beat to death: Happiness Club, SMAC to blame
During his time on the Shanghai Sharks, Scott T. Pippin was named Most Caring Player.
Scott T. Pippin to take over as head men’s basketball coach
Please dont ask her if shes friends with ChatGPT. Thats racist.
Hurd exposed as AI
Thank you rich donor!
Alum donates millions to scholarship for straight white men
Kevin requires a diet of three small dogs per shift.
Chi Phi party empty after no one solves their riddles three
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Junior catcher Dylan Minghini had two RBIs in the final game of the semifinal series. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball playoff run ends with loss to Army

By Andrew Hollander
May 21, 2021

Sports Recap Central

By Andrew Hollander
May 21, 2021
Leininger set two Lafayette school records and one pool record during the spring season. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Setting records and winning scholarships; Junior Tara Leininger excels in the pool and in the classroom

By Andrew Hollander
May 14, 2021
Freshman attacker Peter Lehman (right) was named the Patriot League Rookie of the Year and led the team in goals this season. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

‘Just keep plugging away’: The future is bright for the men’s lacrosse team despite winless spring

By Andrew Hollander
May 7, 2021
Senior Cece Lesnick is finishing a minor in studio art during her extra year of eligibility. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

‘Unfinished business’: Lafayette athletes take advantage of extra year of NCAA eligibility

By Andrew Hollander
April 30, 2021
Freshman midfielder Carter Houlihan (18) races upfield in the championship game. (Photo by Cole Jacobson 24)

Men’s soccer loses Patriot League championship game after controversial red card

By Andrew Hollander
April 23, 2021
Junior forward Max Ippolito (14) scored the eventual game-winning goal in the 72nd minute. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Undefeated men’s soccer returns to Patriot League championship game

By Andrew Hollander
April 16, 2021
Members of the conduct committee refused to elaborate on the deliberations of the hearing. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Phi Kappa Psi found not responsible for alcohol and COVID-19 violations after alleged party in February

By Andrew Hollander
April 9, 2021
Senior defender Andrew Venezia (middle) has played every minute of the season so far. (Photo by Cole Jacobson 24)

Men’s soccer still undefeated after win over Army: Leopards carry perfect 5-0 record into revenge match with Lehigh

By Andrew Hollander
April 9, 2021
Students allege that officers have failed to wear masks while sharing patrol cars with others. (Photo by Andrew Hollander 21)

Public Safety officers reminded to wear masks, but questions remain

By Andrew Hollander
March 26, 2021
The team will host the next two games against Boston University and Army. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s soccer earns first win of season over Colgate

By Andrew Hollander
March 26, 2021
Students allege that Public Safety officers have frequently failed to wear masks during routine house calls. (Photo by Josh Joseph 24)

Students sound alarm over maskless Public Safety officers

By Andrew Hollander
March 19, 2021
Scott Kamen 21 (right) has over seven years of experience in forensics. (Photo courtesy of Scott Kamen 21)

Lafayette forensics team wins third consecutive Pennsylvania state title

By Andrew Hollander
March 5, 2021
A handful of positive tests were linked to the Phi Kappa Psi house last week. (Photo by Maddie Costello 21)

Virus cases linked to Greek life houses as chapter presidents stay mum

By Andrew Hollander
February 26, 2021

PASA leaders meet with President Byerly to discuss next steps after open letter

By Andrew Hollander
February 19, 2021
Seniors Kissell and Saldivar named to preseason All-Patriot League team as womens soccer readies for spring season

Seniors Kissell and Saldivar named to preseason All-Patriot League team as women’s soccer readies for spring season

By Andrew Hollander
February 19, 2021
Both the mens and womens team open their season against rival Lehigh on January 2. (Photo courtesy of athletic communications)

Both Lafayette basketball teams will resume play in the spring semester, but Covid-19 concerns remain

By Andrew Hollander
November 20, 2020
Dean Jamila Bookwala said there would be no more debate on the schedule unless something really revolutionary happens. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Committee proposes new course schedule for 2021: Faculty clash over program schedule and equity guidelines

By Andrew Hollander
March 13, 2020
Senior Cece Lesnick is finishing a minor in studio art during her extra year of eligibility. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s tennis notches ninth win, men lose to Niagara in weekend match: Conference play postponed due to coronavirus

By Andrew Hollander
March 13, 2020
Junior Bora Mutis (right) placed ninth in foil at the MAFCA championship. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Fencing team places sixth in conference championship: Four Leopards qualify for NCAA Regionals on Saturday

By Andrew Hollander
March 6, 2020
The team earned upset wins over Swarthmore and Notre Dame at Nationals. (Photo courtesy of Peter Torrente 20)

Club squash beats Swarthmore and top-ranked Notre Dame at Nationals: Team places fourth out of nine

By Andrew Hollander
March 6, 2020
Swim and Dive earned 31 top-10 finishes in school history at the Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Swim and dive team breaks five school records at conference championships

By Andrew Hollander
February 28, 2020

Sports Recap Central

By Andrew Hollander
February 28, 2020
Ayalas time at Lafayette was marked by big transformations to the Greek life community. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Associate Director of Student Involvement Dan Ayala resigns from college after six years with Greek community

By Andrew Hollander
February 21, 2020
The Lafayette lacrosse teams combined to raise over $4,000 for the event. (Photo by Andrew Hollander 21)

Over 60 heads shaved and $17,000 raised for pediatric cancer research: 13 varsity teams participate in The Big Shave

By Andrew Hollander
February 21, 2020
Cal Reichweins fundraiser raised nearly $5,000 for Alzheimers research. (Photo courtesy of Susan Reichwein)

Senior Cal Reichwein honors late grandfather with Alzheimer’s awareness campaign

By Andrew Hollander
February 14, 2020
The swim and dive team will compete in the Patriot League Championship meet in two weeks at Navy. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Swim and dive team prepares for conference championship meet: Sophomore Kyle Goodwill enters all-time top-10 school record books

By Andrew Hollander
February 7, 2020
Sophomore guard Tyrone Perry scored 14 points in the win over Colgate. (Photo courtesy Athletic Communications)

Men’s basketball snaps eight-game losing streak to Lehigh: team beats Colgate for fifth conference win

By Andrew Hollander
January 31, 2020
Nine swimmers cemented their names into the Lafayette all time record books in the meet against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Swim and dive team breaks four school records against rival Lehigh

By Andrew Hollander
December 6, 2019
The computer science department, now housed in Rockwell, is expected to grow even further next year. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

College struggles to compete for professors as demand for computer science increases

By Andrew Hollander
December 6, 2019
The team will face Lehigh and Bucknell before the six-week winter break. (Photo courtesy of the teams Facebook page)

Men’s club hockey beats Bucknell, Alvernia in weekend set: team takes on Lehigh tonight in Bethlehem

By Andrew Hollander
November 22, 2019
This was the teams first winning season since 2012. (Photo by Andrew Hollander 21)

Men’s soccer loses to Lehigh in Patriot League Championship game: team records best season since 2012

By Andrew Hollander
November 22, 2019
At the third annual Take Back the Night keynote event, co-sponsoring groups were not required to meet the previous 80% attendance level. (Photo courtesy of Clay Wegrzynowicz)

PASA’s third annual Take Back The Night keynote event draws smaller crowd: Group aims to extend conversations past TBTN

By Andrew Hollander
November 15, 2019
The mens and womens fencing teams competed in their first invitational with new head coach Greg Rupp. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Fencing team competes in Vassar Invitational with new head coach Greg Rupp

By Andrew Hollander
November 15, 2019
Economics department head James DeVault presented the four proposed alternate schedules on Monday. (Photo by Andrew Hollander)

Course scheduling committee proposes 15-minute passing times, earlier start to academic day: current schedule deemed untenable

By Andrew Hollander
November 8, 2019
New head coach Greg Rupp takes over after former coach Natalie Kolasa resigned in September. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Greg Rupp announced as new fencing head coach: varsity team had been student-led since September

By Andrew Hollander
November 8, 2019
15 of Lafayettes athletic programs had 100 percent graduation success rates. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Lafayette athletics ranks top-10 nationally in graduation success rate

By Andrew Hollander
November 1, 2019
The team will host the next two games against Boston University and Army. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s soccer fighting for playoff position after tie with Holy Cross

By Andrew Hollander
November 1, 2019
The swim and dive team honored eight seniors during their only home meet this fall. (Photo by Andrew Hollander 21)

Swim and dive team opens season with loss to Loyola, freshmen win five events

By Andrew Hollander
October 25, 2019
The Quidditch team has integrated a number of new members so far this fall. (Photo courtesy of Richard Chowanec 22)

Quidditch opens fall season with a pair of wins and losses at home tournament

By Andrew Hollander
October 11, 2019
In its new location, Don Juan Mex Grill will function as a fast restaurant style dining option. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Don Juan Mex Grill to return to Lafayette next semester, will relocate to arts campus

By Andrew Hollander
October 4, 2019
Freshman outside hitter Ellie Carrera-Justiz (2) led the team in kills against Bucknell with 13. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Volleyball goes winless in first two conference games

By Andrew Hollander
October 4, 2019
Director of Public Safefty Jeff Troxell said the backpack was stolen out of the Williams Visual Art Center.

Allentown man arrested by Public Safety for theft of student’s backpack

By Andrew Hollander
October 4, 2019
Sports psychologist Julie Amato sits on the bench during a womens basketball game. (Photo courtesy of Julie Amato)

Sports psychologist Julie Amato brings mental health lens to Lafayette athletics

By Andrew Hollander
September 27, 2019
One of the primary concerns students expressed was the frequency of shuttles to the arts campus. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

College gathers feedback on scheduling: transportation, classroom usage among key issues

By Andrew Hollander
September 27, 2019
Many of the older buildings around campus may contain lead paint, according to the EPA. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Public Safety informs residents of lead-based paint in college buildings: Older buildings at higher risk for exposure

By Andrew Hollander
September 20, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By Andrew Hollander
September 20, 2019
Freshman outside hitter Grace Steurer tallied 18 digs in the Lafayette Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Volleyball reaches six wins for first time since 2015 with weekend sweep

By Andrew Hollander
September 20, 2019

Two Leopards win flight titles at Siena Invitational to kick off fall tennis season

By Andrew Hollander
September 13, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By Andrew Hollander
September 13, 2019
Junior Ryan Tall shot an even-par 72 in the second day of the tournament. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Sophomore Ryan Tall leads men’s golf team to top five finish at first fall tournament

By Andrew Hollander
September 13, 2019
Sydney Sabino 20 and Olivia Barney 21 have helped resurrect the Leopards Lair. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Leopards Lair hosts ‘white out’ event for sports season openers, seeks to increase student attendance at games

By Andrew Hollander
September 6, 2019
Midfielder Chris Gomez returns for his senior year as a points leader for the Leopards. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s soccer team opens fall season with experienced roster and revamped offense

By Andrew Hollander
August 30, 2019
The 100,000 square foot building will house many of the colleges STEM programs. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Rockwell Integrated Sciences Center open for first week of classes

By Andrew Hollander
August 30, 2019
Sophomore linebacker Gavin Barclay makes his move at the chess club. (Photo courtesy of Boys and Girls Club)

Student-Athlete Advisory Committee focuses charitable efforts on Boys and Girls Club of Easton, donates t-shirts

By Andrew Hollander
May 10, 2019
Senior linebacker Jerry Powe got past his defender for one of his four tackles against Delaware last season. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Senior Jerry Powe to compete at Washington Redskins camp this weekend

By Andrew Hollander
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
The Dad Vail Regatta begins today on the Schuylkill River. (Photo Courtesy of Julia McSpirit Beckett 21)

Club crew continues to gain momentum ahead of Dad Vail regatta with first place finishes

By Andrew Hollander
May 3, 2019
Sophomore Sophie Carr said that her ACL injury has allowed her to find a new leadership style and become a more vocal leader. (Photo courtesy of Bill Rappolt)

From ACL tear to NCAA leadership forum: Sophie Carr talks her journey, supporting others with injuries

By Andrew Hollander
April 19, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By Andrew Hollander
April 19, 2019
Womens rugby left the Beast of the East tournament with a pair of victories. (Photo courtesy of Rachel Grispon)

Women’s club rugby wins two out of three games at final tournament

By Andrew Hollander
April 19, 2019
The womens crew varsity-8 finished 15 seconds behind Lehigh in the morning race with a time of 6:48.40, and lost to Mercyhurst in the afternoon by four seconds. (Courtesy of Larry Kennedy)

Club crew kicks off spring season with River Cup Regatta, loses their varsity-8 races

By Andrew Hollander
April 12, 2019

Women’s rugby loses three in weekend tournament

By Andrew Hollander
April 12, 2019
The team kicks off their conference schedule tomorrow evening with a match at Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s tennis defeats Niagara in first game of weekend set, women drop lone match of the weekend

By Andrew Hollander
April 12, 2019
Freshman flyhalf Elise Hummel recorded her first career try in the win over Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Timothy Bell)

Women’s rugby earns wins over Lehigh and Kings to kick off spring season

By Andrew Hollander
April 5, 2019
The Leopards won eight events on their way to a second place finish out of seven. (Photo courtesy Athletic Communications)

Leopards win eight events at 7-Way Meet to lead track and field team to second place finish

By Andrew Hollander
April 5, 2019
Softball gave Drexel a pair of close games after being swept by Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Softball swept in weekend series by Lehigh, earns tie in second game of Tuesday doubleheader

By Andrew Hollander
March 29, 2019
Students and faculty members gathered for a lecture on the connection between Islam and Feminism on Tuesday. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

The complexities of Islam’s relationship with feminism: professors Kanjwal and Wilson-Fall share expertise

By Andrew Hollander
March 29, 2019
Senior Cece Lesnick is finishing a minor in studio art due to her extra year of eligibility. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Cece Lesnick earns Patriot League Women’s Tennis Player of the Week during win over Delaware State

By Andrew Hollander
March 15, 2019
Head coach John Garrett believes the 2019 season will be a breakthrough year for the team. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Football program signs 15 new recruits, adds three to coaching staff in offseason

By Andrew Hollander
March 15, 2019
The fencing team earned eighth place at the Mid-Atlantic Collegiate Fencing Association (MACFA) Championship last Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Fencing finishes eighth at conference championships, will host NCAA Regionals on Saturday

By Andrew Hollander
March 8, 2019

Tennis teams sweep weekend set with Coppin State

By Andrew Hollander
March 1, 2019
Lafayettes offense proved to be too much for Iona as the Leopards scored 14 goals in the win. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Dominant start continues for women’s lacrosse team

By Andrew Hollander
February 22, 2019
Sophomore midfielder Andrew Robbins (5) notched a hat trick in the teams win over Wagner. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Young players continue to shine as men’s lacrosse team wins third straight

By Andrew Hollander
February 22, 2019
Freshman midfielder Cole Dutton scored a hat trick in the win against Rutgers. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s lacrosse team earns first win under new coach: midfielder Dehnert scores five goals

By Andrew Hollander
February 15, 2019
Holdyn Burke 21 was named the number one country artist in the Lehigh Valley by ReverbNation. (Photo courtesy of Holdyn Burke 21)

Aspiring country artist Holdyn Barder ’21 strives to convey free, happy, fun elements of music

By Andrew Hollander
February 15, 2019
Sophomore Brian Kaufmann in full stride for the long jump. Kaufmann competes in both the long and triple jump events. (Photo Courtesy of Oscar Jopp 22)

Harmon sisters lead track and field team with top finishes: four Leopards enter record books

By Andrew Hollander
February 8, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By Andrew Hollander
February 8, 2019
New England is listed as a slight favorite in Sundays Super Bowl. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia commons and Scott Air force Base.com)

Super Bowl predictions: Sports writers make their picks for the big game

By Andrew Hollander
February 1, 2019

Five top-five finishes highlight ECAC Championships for swim and dive teams

By Andrew Hollander
December 7, 2018
Junior sprinter Crosby Spiess looks to continue her success after strong showing in Patriot League Championship. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Staying the course: track and field looks to improve with young core of runners

By Andrew Hollander
December 7, 2018
Members of the mens lacrosse team visited March Elementary School this past Tuesday to read and speak with a class of second graders. (Photo courtesy of Scott Bieda)

Men’s lacrosse team visits local elementary school, connects with young students

By Andrew Hollander
November 30, 2018

Easton High School wins fourth consecutive ‘state-line’ rivalry game, staving off a late comeback attempt by Phillipsburg

By Andrew Hollander
November 30, 2018
Andrew Hummell joins the mens soccer teams recruiting class of 2023 at his official signing on Monday. (Photo by Andrew Hollander 21)

New Leopard on the block: Men’s soccer team officially signs young boy battling cancer

By Andrew Hollander
November 16, 2018
Club crew welcomed over 40 recruits to campus from Row New York, a nonprofit organization which provides rowing access and strong academics to underprivileged students. (Photo courtesy of Derek Richmond)

Crew team welcomes Row New York to campus, creating special bond with fellow student-athletes

By Andrew Hollander
November 9, 2018

After a productive summer, basketball teams look to make a splash in upcoming season

By Andrew Hollander
November 2, 2018
The womens four-boat faced 20mph winds at the Head of the Charles Regatta, taking 10th place in a field of 40. (Photo courtesy of Hana Isihara 17)

Crew team earns return invite to Head of the Charles Regatta with 10th place finish

By Andrew Hollander
October 26, 2018

Crew continues strong season at Navy Day Regatta

By Andrew Hollander
October 19, 2018
Senior running back CJ Amill scored his first of three touchdowns against CCSU on a 57-yard punt return, the teams first since 2007. (Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

In the win column: Football breaks through against Central Connecticut with the help of big plays

By Andrew Hollander
October 5, 2018

Men’s lacrosse, women’s soccer, and field hockey earn thousands for charity in annual fundraisers

By Andrew Hollander
September 28, 2018
The Leopards offense scored all 20 of its points in the first half. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Leopards football squanders early lead to Monmouth in contested home opener

By Andrew Hollander
September 21, 2018
Junior Malik Hamm was the Patriot League Defensive Player of the Year in 2019. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications.)

Football shut out on the road against Delaware, records negative rushing yards

By Andrew Hollander
September 14, 2018
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