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The Office of Residence Life is calling for McKelvy Scholars to fill five vacancies at the McKelvy House, otherwise the office might assign non-scholars to this selective academic community. (Photo by Pierson White 24)
McKelvy Scholars Program feuds with Residence Life Office over house vacancies
The new athletic facility will include a weight room that all Division I athletes at Lafayette may use. (Photo by Pierson White 24)
New athletic facility to be constructed at current site of Maroon Club Strength Center
Study abroad interim trips ready for takeoff despite Omicron variant
The new student space should be completed by fall 2022, according to Dean of Students Brian Samble. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student Government to contribute $400,000 to new student space
Unlike his acquaintance George Washington, the Marquis de Lafayette was a staunch supporter of the emancipation of slavery. (Photo by Emma Sylvester 25)
Why the Marquis’ legacy is seldom challenged
Sophie Himmel ‘24 created 100 casts of her chest for students to place around campus in places that they have felt unsafe. (Photo courtesy of Sophie Himmel 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Sophie Himmel ‘24 raises awareness of sexual violence on campus with sculpture project
Dr. Robert Krasner 67 rubbed elbows with the nations most prominent political figures, including George H. W. Bush, during his tenure as Attending Physician to Congress. (Photo courtesy of the Robert CJ Krasner Papers, Special Collections and College Archives)
Former Attending Physician to Congress Dr. Robert Krasner ‘67 donates decades of memorabilia to Special Collections
G Herbo, who performed in Easton last Friday, has been performing for nine years and has created four studio albums. (Photo courtesy of Pitchfork)
‘I feel like they know me, and I know them’: Rapper G Herbo on his recent concert in Easton
Cameron Cloud 24 smiles.
Cameron Cloud ’23 creates video game to show rapid population growth of the spotted lanternfly
Friday Feasts is a one to two hour Zoom call each Friday where HFA members are given a space to work on applications for internships. (Photo courtesy of @hfa_lafayette Instagram)
Hispanic Finance Association educates and empowers BIPOC students for careers in finance and economics
The new athletic facility will include a weight room that all Division I athletes at Lafayette may use. (Photo by Pierson White 24)
New athletic facility to be constructed at current site of Maroon Club Strength Center
Lafayette tied with seven other schools for first in the nation in Graduation Success Rate (GSR), with 22 of Lafayettes athletic programs claimed a 99% overall GSR. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette’s athletic programs lead nation, place among Ivies in Graduation Success Rate
Freshman forward Chris Rubayo scored four points on Sunday in double overtime loss against NJIT. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)
Men’s basketball falls in consecutive matches, Fulton awarded Rookie of the Week
The Lafayette club volleyball team placed second last weekend at their home competition, which was just one of three of their successful outings this season. (Photo courtesy of Nina Curko 22)
Club volleyball ends faall season with second place finish at home tournament
Lafayette Cheerleading has been present and spirited at all of the football and basketball games this year. (Photo Courtesy of Caroline Burns 22)
Cheerleading ramps up schedule in 2021 receiving full varsity promotion
Op-Ed: The fight for Roe isn’t over—It’s just getting started
Photo courtesy of Lucie Lagodich 22
Letter from the editor
The Lafayette fencing team initiated their season at Temple University, with the match being highlighted by sophomore Amanda Manubag placing 16th in saber. (Photo courtesy of Gregory Rupp)
Fencing ready for the season after first outing at Temple
Op-Ed: The illusion of safety
Op-Ed: Where Do We Go from Here?
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
College still co-ed
College still co-ed
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long

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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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