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The revised Student Government constitution requires approval from both the faculty and the Board of Trustees.
Student Government’s revised constitution approved by faculty
The attorney representing Kyle Flanagans 22 said he hopes to resolve the case quickly. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 faces felony charges, pleads not guilty
Over 70 bras were donated to Paxinosa and West Ward families. (Graphic courtesy of Charlotte Vierling 24)
L-RAJE hosts bra drive for Easton community, discussion about history of bras
Many students were happy to have new food options in the dining hall.
Upper Farinon dining hall hosts pilot program
Portable labs, sent home to students during the pandemic, have become a permanent fixture of the engineering department. (Photo courtesy of Alexander Brown)
COVID-19 teaching changes continue to benefit Lafayette
Portable labs, sent home to students during the pandemic, have become a permanent fixture of the engineering department. (Photo courtesy of Alexander Brown)
COVID-19 teaching changes continue to benefit Lafayette
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 
Danielle Lemisch ’23, Meg Dodge ’23 and Jed Alterman ’23 were awarded for their excellence in engineering. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Three students receive competitive engineering scholarship
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!
The textbook delays can be attributed to supply chain issues, over-enrollment, late textbook requests and more.
Students left waiting for textbooks
The revised Student Government constitution requires approval from both the faculty and the Board of Trustees.
Student Government’s revised constitution approved by faculty
Pard Pantry was temporarily located in the basement of Farinon.
Despite current closure, Pard Pantry is top priority, Student Government says
If all goes according to plan, the Student Government hopes to present its constitution to the Board of Trustees in early December.
Student Government constitution requires further edits, pushing timeline on elections
While there was once a small initiative at Upper and Marquis dining halls, a more extensive composting program never materialized.
Composting initiative stagnant: Financial, bureaucratic reasons to blame
Kelsey Wong 25 is hoping to make the lost and found bins more visible.
Student Government hopes to improve, publicize Lost and Found program
The revised Student Government constitution requires approval from both the faculty and the Board of Trustees.
Student Government’s revised constitution approved by faculty
Portable labs, sent home to students during the pandemic, have become a permanent fixture of the engineering department. (Photo courtesy of Alexander Brown)
COVID-19 teaching changes continue to benefit Lafayette
The handbook surveys the debates on womens and gender issues throughout Central-Eastern Europe and Eurasia. (Photo courtesy of Routledge)
Professor Katalin Fábián wins prestigious scholastic award
Scan the QR code to send a thank you note to a veteran on Lafayettes staff. (Graphic by Madeline Marriott 24 for The Lafayette)
Veterans of Lafayette speak on military service
Annette Diorio, a stalwart of the college administration, has cited familial commitments in her decision to leave the school. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Annette Diorio era comes to an end: Vice president for student life to take role at Union College in January
Over 70 bras were donated to Paxinosa and West Ward families. (Graphic courtesy of Charlotte Vierling 24)
L-RAJE hosts bra drive for Easton community, discussion about history of bras
Lafayette’s chapter of the Food Recovery Network (FRN) has donated nearly 5,000 pounds of food, though FRN has not been operating for the past two years.
Dining hall food donation program dormant since 2020
Landis members, pictured with Jeanine Stanilious and Ross Marcus, raised over $2,500 for local food pantries. (Photo courtesy of Jenna Herzog 24)
Landis Center raises funds, awareness for food pantries in Easton
The race between U.S. Rep. Susan Wild (D, left) and Lisa Scheller (R, right) for Pennsylvanias Seventh U.S. House District has been marked by yawning policy differences and a barrage of attack ads. (Photo by Rick Kintzel for The Morning Call)
Democratic U.S. Rep. Susan Wild, Republican challenger Lisa Scheller talk background, policy with The Lafayette
Republican John Merhottein (bottom) is mounting a challenge to six-term incumbent, Democrat Lisa Boscola (top) during a tough year for Democrats. (Photos courtesy of Lisa Boscola and John Merhottein)
Q&A with state senate candidates Lisa Boscola, John Merhottein
The attorney representing Kyle Flanagans 22 said he hopes to resolve the case quickly. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 faces felony charges, pleads not guilty
Clement Swaby of Bethlehem faces nearly 300 years in prison for the rape and attempted assaults of Lafayette and Lehigh students. (Photo courtesy of The Express-Times)
Man convicted of McCartney break-ins, multiple assaults, Lehigh University rape
Public Safety said that Easton Police Department is currently looking for a suspect.
Easton police continues investigation after ‘suspicious activity’ reported near Wawa
The Suffolk County, N.Y. district attorney is looking to upgrade the charges against Flanagan (pictured). (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 due back in court this November, seeks plea deal
Road markings show the path of the vehicle driven by Kyle Flanagan 22 as it collided with a tree. (Photo by Joe Werkmeister for The Suffolk Times)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 charged with DUI after deadly crash
Only Lafayette Votes! had authorization to register students to vote on campus. (Photo courtesy of Dylan Gooding 23)
Dozens of students unable to vote after registration confusion
Students living on campus were directed to cast their votes at Kirby Sports Center this past Tuesday.
Democrats largely stave off Republicans in Pennsylvania: Students, faculty weigh in
The race between U.S. Rep. Susan Wild (D, left) and Lisa Scheller (R, right) for Pennsylvanias Seventh U.S. House District has been marked by yawning policy differences and a barrage of attack ads. (Photo by Rick Kintzel for The Morning Call)
Democratic U.S. Rep. Susan Wild, Republican challenger Lisa Scheller talk background, policy with The Lafayette
Calvin Cochran 24 (left) and Magdalen Larsen 23 (right) cohosted one of the 30-minute episodes. (Photo courtesy of Sarah Ye)
Policy studies students partner with PBS39 to create election programming
Terry Madonna discussed the upcoming elections, with a particular focus on the races in Pennsylvania.
Meyner Center hosts local expert to explain upcoming midterm
Satuna Mowrin 24 attempts to dismantle beauty standards in the modeling world. (Photo courtesy of Satuna Mowrin 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Satuna Mowrin ‘24 rejects modeling stereotypes
Watson Hall was built using a gift from IBM head Thomas J. Watson and his wife.
Watson Hall namesake’s connection to Nazi Germany
The “Color: History of Making & Meaning” FYS students researched, designed and installed the exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Eric Hupe)
‘Minerals to Pigments to Paint’ FYS exhibition introduces campus to world of color
The ability of AI to create content may have implications for student coursework.
How good is AI getting? What does that mean for students?
Environmental Engineering students taught Paxinosa Elementary School students about topics including water quality. (Photo courtesy of Leena Shevade)
Environmental Engineering students host local elementary school students
Satuna Mowrin 24 attempts to dismantle beauty standards in the modeling world. (Photo courtesy of Satuna Mowrin 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Satuna Mowrin ‘24 rejects modeling stereotypes
Damoi Morgan 25 views music as a way to give the campus color. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 adds melody to campus with steel drum
Dina Azar 25 charges $35 for a manicure and $40 for a Gel-X set with nail extensions. (Photo courtesy of Dina Azar 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Dina Azar ’25 delivers manicures centered around self-care
Rapper Téo Rodriguez 24 is currently working on new music that will be released by May. (Photo courtesy of Téo Rodriguez 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: ‘My music is vulnerable’: Téo Rodriguez ’24 opens up through rap
Alex Diaz 22 specializes in black and white digital photography. (Photo by Alex Diaz 22)
Student Artist Spotlight: Alex Diaz ’22 empowers queer students of color through art
Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the first open-world RPGs in the Pokémon series. (Photo courtesy of Nintendo)
Video Game Review: Two long-time Pokémon fans talk highs, lows of ‘Pokémon Scarlet,’ ‘Pokémon Violet’
Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan play two New York Times journalists who expose Harvey Weinsteins abuse in Hollywood. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)
Movie Review: ‘She Said’: Empowering biographical #MeToo drama
True Biz follows the headmistress and students of River Valley, a school for deaf students. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Book Review: ‘True Biz’: Stunning portrait of Deaf culture
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever features Angela Bassett, Letitia Wright and Danai Gurira. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ honors Chadwick Boseman’s legacy
The plot of Head Over Heels is set in motion when the oracle Pythio (pictured) gives the royal family of Arcadia a prophecy that will determine the fate of their Beat.
Performance Review: ‘Head Over Heels’: A warm, welcome flame of queer joy in this miserable world
The Easton Record Exchange emerged from its next-door neighbor, the pawn shop Easton Exchange.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Record Exchange will satisfy your vintage desires
Pie+Tart is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day except Sunday and Monday. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Small Business Spotlight: Pie+Tart combines two women’s love for baking
New owner Martin Ramirez with employee Brian Cortes. Ramirez took over as Tierra De Fuegos owner just last week. (Photo courtesy of Brian Cortes)
Small Business Spotlight: Tierra De Fuego brings modern, traditional Colombian cuisine to Easton
Sia Bassil has owned The Carmelcorn Shop in downtown Easton since 1996. (Photo courtesy of @thecarmelcornshop on Instagram)
Small Business Spotlight: The Carmelcorn Shop serves up sweet treats for Easton
Vanessa Ungvarsky, owner of Taylor Made Polish, creates nail polishes that are not only stylish but also environmentally conscious. (Photo by Alexandra Whitney Daisy Willis For Lehigh Valley Style)
Small Business Spotlight: Taylor Made Polish fuses well-being and self-expression with customizable nail products
True Biz follows the headmistress and students of River Valley, a school for deaf students. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Book Review: ‘True Biz’: Stunning portrait of Deaf culture
Cleo and Macs story spans two continents in One Night on the Island. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Book Review: Josie Silver’s ‘One Night on the Island’ perfects small-town story
Anne Supsics The Bookmark is a historical romance that bridges Bethlehems past and present. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Book Review: Anne Supsic’s ‘The Bookmark’: Lafayette like you’ve never seen him
The Dead Romantics features the writer Florence and the ghost of her literary editor Benji. (Photo courtesy of @heyashpost on Instagram)
Book Review: ‘The Dead Romantics’ bridges paranormal, heartfelt
Main character June Jones must leap out of her comfort zone to save her job and her favorite place in The Last Chance Library. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Book Review: ‘The Last Chance Library’: A love letter to public libraries
Photo Essay: Hello, autumn!: Fall Fest on the Quad
The Block pARTy and Porchfest promote art and community to College Hill residents.
Photo Essay: From Parsons Street to porches: College Hill celebrates two artsy traditions
Meet the Editors
Photo Essay: Ordinary moments with extraordinary people
Photo Essay: There’s snow place like nationals
Previous Rivalry Week traditions included erecting sky-high bonfires on the center of the Quad. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Rivalry Week traditions through the years
The $5,000 reward for information leading to the location of Joseph Crater would be nearly $90,000 in todays money. (Photo courtesy of The New York Daily News).
The Lafayette alum who became the ‘missingest man in America’
Garlic Fest started as part of an Easton Farmers Market-themed event.
But why garlic?: How Easton’s Garlic Fest came to be
Members of ALW march in the colleges first Take Back the Night in 1993. From L-R, Nora Isaacs 94, Eileen Kelly 94, Laine Fast 94, Jennifer Devlin Burke 94, Ellie Dunham Kelley 94, Laura Bennett Brogan 94, Katrina Zafiriadis 95 and Jennifer Edwards 94. (Photo courtesy of Jennifer Devlin Burke 94)
‘If we don’t, who will?’: Fifty years of sexual assault peer education at Lafayette
Eastons train station fell into disrepair after the Lehigh Valley Railroad abandoned its last passenger trains in 1961. (Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress)
What happened to Easton’s train station?
Seniors Marco Olivas and Malik Hamm lead the Leopards out of tunnel to take on Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards).
Hamm wins second Defensive Player of the Year award, five others take home Patriot League Honors
Eighteen of 19 teams achieved a perfect mark in the NCAAs latest national ranking of graduation success rate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Lafayette among top colleges for student-athlete Graduation Success Rate
Group Fit classes offered through Rec Services experienced an almost 70 percent drop in expected attendance this semester.
Group Fit classes experience drop in attendance
Sophomore midfielder Lineke Spaans (left) and senior defender Simone Hefting (right) were laureled for their impressive performances this fall. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Spaans, Hefting earn All-Mideast Region awards
The Leopards celebrate their 2022 Rivalry Game win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football defeats Lehigh in close defensive match up, marks positive end to Troxell’s first year
Seniors Marco Olivas and Malik Hamm lead the Leopards out of tunnel to take on Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards).
Hamm wins second Defensive Player of the Year award, five others take home Patriot League Honors
The Leopards celebrate their 2022 Rivalry Game win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football defeats Lehigh in close defensive match up, marks positive end to Troxell’s first year
Lafayette comes into the Rivalry game having won two out of the previous three matchups and controlling the overall record, 80-72-5. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 158th Rivalry game
Lehigh comes to the Hill following their first win since early September. (Photo by Xin Chen for The Brown and White)
Why Lehigh will win the 158th Rivalry game
Fordham QB Tim DeMorant drives past the Lafayette defense to put up seven points during the Rams 45-10 win over the Leopards. (Photo by Christain Miccio for GoLeopards)
Football falls to Fordham in penultimate matchup of season
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Senior midfielder Will Echeverria controls the ball during the Leopards 0-1 playoff loss. (Photo by Phil Hoffmann for Navy Athletics)
Men’s soccer season ends with loss in Patriot League quarterfinals, Kitromilides receives academic honors
Senior midfielder Yiannis Panayides dribbles down the field during Lafayettes win against American. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer advances to Patriot League playoffs after win against American, tie with Army
Lafayette soccer seniors were honored before their game against Loyola. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ties Loyola on Senior Day, falls to Hofstra in final non-conference battle
Senior Hale Lombard pushes the ball up the field as he moves to score during the last minutes of the game against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ties Colgate with late goal by Lombard
Senior forward Leo O’Boyle puts up a contested shot during Lafayettes 70-57 loss to Penn State. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball falls to Penn State, Drexel, continues rough start to year
Junior Kyle Jenkins protects the ball during Lafayettes loss to St. Joes. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses to St. John’s, St. Joe’s
Junior forward Kyle Jenkins controls the ball during the game against Miami. (Photo by Gabe Sareli for the University of Miami)
Men’s basketball gives Miami a scare in season opener
Both the mens and womens basketball teams will begin their season on Monday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Basketball 2022-23 season preview
New mens basketball Associate Head Coach Mike McGarvey (left) joins the Lafayette coaching staff following an impressive career at Lycoming College. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Head Coach Mike Jordan announces first staffing changes for new generation of Leopards Basketball
Sophomore midfielder Lineke Spaans (left) and senior defender Simone Hefting (right) were laureled for their impressive performances this fall. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Spaans, Hefting earn All-Mideast Region awards
Freshman midfielder Josephine van Wijk is recognized before the Leopards beat Holy Cross. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey captures final win of 2022 campaign
Fifth-year Molly McAndrew takes the ball up the field during one of her last games as a Leopard. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite dominant road victory, field hockey misses out on playoffs
Senior Molly McAndrew is embraced by the team after she scores one of the Leopards two goals during their 2-0 win over BU. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend, notches first Patriot League win of season
Senior defender Sydney Woolston is embraced by her team after scoring her third career goal during the Leopards victory against Richmond. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend matches against Lehigh, Richmond
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
The mens tennis team competed in several close matches this past weekend at the Villanova Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi 25)
Men’s tennis participates in annual Villanova Invitational, featuring strong first-years
Sophomore Davus Esslinger fires a backhand during his singles match against Holy Cross last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite defeat in playoffs, bright future ahead for Lafayette tennis
Junior Nash Lovallo participating in a doubles match against Bucknell last weekend. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated by Bucknell in final regular season match
Arman Ganchi 25 mid-serve during his court one victory over Loyola. This domination led to his receiving the Patriot League Player of the Week. (Photo Courtesy of Goleopards.com)
Freshman Arman Ganchi named Patriot League Player of the Week
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
Lafayette volleyball swept New Hampshire before falling to Fairfield in straight sets at the Villanova Classic to open the season. (Photo by Sarah Boekholder for GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in two matches, wins one in season opener
The club volleyball celebrates their seniors last competition at regionals this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of Dolce Whitwell 23)
Club women’s volleyball rounds out season with third place finish at regionals
Op-Ed: Lafayette’s ableism runs deeper than ramps
Op-Ed: Why are we paying for Lafayette-Lehigh?
Letter to the Editor: Surprise gift
Letter to the Editor: Look at the sky
Letter to the Editor: Look at the sky
Professor Miller gave a presentation last week on his experiences during 9/11.
Letter to the Editor
Op-Ed: Lafayette’s ableism runs deeper than ramps
Op-Ed: Why are we paying for Lafayette-Lehigh?
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Op-Ed: Listen to the Cassandras: Prepare for the post-Roe world
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Letter to the Editor: Surprise gift
Letter to the Editor: Look at the sky
Letter to the Editor: Look at the sky
Professor Miller gave a presentation last week on his experiences during 9/11.
Letter to the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
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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

May 21, 2021

Sports Recap Central

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

February 26, 2021

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

February 28, 2020

Sports Recap Central

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

September 20, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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

September 20, 2019

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

September 13, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

April 19, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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

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

April 12, 2019

Women’s rugby loses three in weekend tournament

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

March 8, 2019

Tennis teams sweep weekend set with Coppin State

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

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

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

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

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

February 8, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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

February 1, 2019

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

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

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

November 30, 2018

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

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

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

November 9, 2018

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

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

October 26, 2018

Crew continues strong season at Navy Day Regatta

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

October 5, 2018

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

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

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

September 14, 2018
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