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This fall, Ashley will be pursuing a PhD in chemical engineering at Drexel University.
Alex Ashley ‘22 wins Pepper Prize
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
(Photo by Brandon Marin 22)
Faculty votes in favor of restructuring, cuts faculty committees by over half
Student Governments Sustainability Committee worked to pass the resolution calling for an increase in transparency regarding the endowment.
Student Government resolution pushes for sustainability in college investments
Student governments new budget guidelines will require clubs to submit financial requests at designated times, as opposed to every week.
Budget request process for student organizations modified
Perry Zimmerman 23 works with Cycle for Survival to benefit rare cancer research. (Photo courtesy of Perry Zimmerman 23)
Student Activist Spotlight: Perry Zimmerman ‘23 has raised millions toward a cancer-free future
Presley Anderson 22 and Abby Esposito 22 were previously the president and vice president of pep band, respectively. (Photo courtesy of Presley Anderson 22)
Student Artists Spotlight: Presley Anderson ’22, Abby Esposito ’22 formed lasting friendships through Pep Band
Josh Peck spoke to students about his experiences in the entertainment business, social media and finding his own happiness. (Photo by Emma Sylvester 25)
‘Hug me brotha’: ‘Drake & Josh’ star Josh Peck welcomed with open arms as Senior Speaker
The food studies exhibit shows off culinary ephemera, or materials related to food and cooking that would not normally have a long shelf life. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)
You are what you(‘re told to) eat: Stefano Mancini ’22 curates food studies exhibit in Skillman
The fundraiser, hosted at LaFarm, will feature prayer, reflection and participation from the local Ukrainian community. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegefarm on Instagram)
‘It’s an act of hope’: LaFarm to hold Sunflowers for Ukraine event on Sunday
The mens lacrosse team found sustained success this season after undergoing a multi-year rebuild, giving hope for the future. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse has best season in twelve years
Senior Ryan Tall shakes hands with the competition following his 30-foot putt to win the Patriot League Individual Championship. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Ryan Tall wins Patriot League Individual Championship, Lafayette places second overall
Freshman Carter Dorighi makes a play up the middle during Lafayettes 13-7 Sundays series, clinching win over Navy. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Leopards take series against Navy, build momentum for playoffs
Freshman Michael Hayes looks to pitch the ball back to junior Julius Young during the Lafayette Maroon and White game. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football plays annual Maroon and White Game, looks ahead to fall season
Lafayettes sports psychologist Julie Amato strives to make sure that the athletes around campus have the mental health support they need. (Photo courtesy of Julie Amato)
Lafayette student-athletes discuss mental health challenges
Op-Ed: Listen to the Cassandras: Prepare for the post-Roe world
The NBA playoffs: Can the newcomers bring new energy to the party?
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Teaching Black literature at Lafayette: A reconsideration
Sidelines: End of lockout/free agency
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls

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Presley Anderson 22 and Abby Esposito 22 were previously the president and vice president of pep band, respectively. (Photo courtesy of Presley Anderson 22)

Student Artists Spotlight: Presley Anderson ’22, Abby Esposito ’22 formed lasting friendships through Pep Band

May 6, 2022
The Lafayette Environmental Awareness and Protection Club has meetings every Monday. (Photo by Amanda Heron 24)

Lafayette Environmental Awareness and Protection Club leapt into action this Earth Week

April 22, 2022
The cast of Louder, I Cant Hear You, directed by Jay Ascher 22, put on an excellent performance. (Photo courtesy of Meredith Forman 24)

Performance review: Student-directed one-act plays display moving performances and skillful production

April 15, 2022
Abigail Schaus 24 and Angela Busheska 25 are passionate about creating a more sustainable world through the development of the Easton Climate Action Plan. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College: Adam Atkinson)

Abigail Schaus ’24 and Angela Busheska ’25 promote sustainability through the Easton Climate Action Plan

April 8, 2022
The Interfaith Book Club meets every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. in Farinon. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Friedman 25)

New Interfaith Book Club encourages empathy and curiosity

March 25, 2022
Justin Kogasaka 22 has been composing since his sophomore year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Justin Kogasaka 22).

Student Artist Spotlight: Justin Kogasaka ’22 on tackling the ‘daunting’ task of composing

March 11, 2022
Rachel Wywoda 23 has explored Sweden and neighboring countries during her time abroad. (Photo courtesy of Rachel Wywoda 23)

From Seoul to Sweden, students around the globe share experiences abroad

March 4, 2022
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

February 25, 2022
Terra Cafe sells speciality coffee, smoothies and sandwiches. (Photo by Bernadette Russo 24)

You’ll love these places a latte: The ultimate guide to downtown Easton coffee shops

February 18, 2022
Professor Mensch and her student researchers have developed a strong connection both in and out of the lab. (Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Good 22)

Student Research Spotlight: Chemistry Professor Arielle Mensch and students collaborate on microplastic research

February 11, 2022
Students gathered in Professor Wilson-Falls house. (Photo courtesy of Sam Iacavazzi 22)

Students travel to Hawaii and Senegal during January interim

January 28, 2022
Cameron Cloud 24 smiles.

Cameron Cloud ’23 creates video game to show rapid population growth of the spotted lanternfly

December 10, 2021
Photo of Katy Bednarsky.

Lafayette welcomes Katy Bednarsky as student advocate and prevention coordinator

December 3, 2021
Students light a menorah

Hillel Society fosters community and a sense of ‘home’ with Hanukkah events

December 3, 2021
Larry Stockton poses with students

Music Department Head Larry Stockton to retire this year, reflects on decades at college

November 19, 2021
3 people running

Annual Take Back the Night events aim to rewrite narrative around sexual assault

November 12, 2021
Rods Dogs restaurant

Restaurant Review: Newly-opened Rod’s Dogs is bursting with nostalgia and flavor

November 5, 2021
Holiday Helpers campaign poster.

Holiday Helpers to provide gifts for low income families in Easton

October 29, 2021
Members of the play, The Wedding Singer.

‘Omigod! Omigod you guys!’: ‘Legally Blonde’ announced as spring musical

October 22, 2021
A street full of people surrounded by stands.

After a year-long hiatus, Easton Garlic Fest makes its anticipated return

October 8, 2021
Liu 25 plays ukulele at the Trolley Stop Diner.

The Marquis Players raise funds for charity at Trolley Stop event

October 1, 2021
Matt Pinsley, Christian Festa, Ben Putnam, Anouk Sarma and Tommy Henschen pose for a picture during rehearsal for their band.

Student Artist Spotlight: New sophomore band Pizza Delivery holds first live performance

September 24, 2021
A group of 8 Lafayette students hold up squash at LaFarm.

College’s first LaFarmapalooza to be held on Sunday

September 10, 2021
Grayce Walker 22, Louis Wingfield III ‘22, and Jovanté Anderson ‘19 (pictured from left to right) began conducting research on the history of Lafayettes Association of Black Collegians in 2019. (Photo courtesy of Grayce Walker 22)

Grayce Walker ’22 looks ahead to third summer of research for the ABC Archives Project (AAP)

May 21, 2021
Percussion ensemble recorded their performance for this spring, which can be viewed on the college website. (Photo courtesy of Larry Stockton)

Music ensembles make a steady return to live performances

May 14, 2021
The Marquis Players production of The Wedding Singer will take place next week. A filmed version of the production will be streamed sometime in May. (Photo courtesy of Lizzie Gumula 22)

Marquis Players navigate COVID-related obstacles, prepare for in-person show next week

April 30, 2021
Black Feminist Video Game, an interactive play written by Darrel Alejandro Holnes and directed by Victoria Collado, centers on an autistic teenagers journey to confront his misconceptions about the women in his life through video games. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette communications)

Interactive play ‘Black Feminist Video Game’ premieres next Thursday at the Williams Center

April 23, 2021
Grayson Thompson selfie

Grayson Thompson, intercultural development specialist, to leave at the end of the month

April 9, 2021
Sarah Blitz smiling outside. She is wearing a lab coat and a stethoscope.

Lafayette alumni from the class of 2020 reflect on entering the medical field during a pandemic

March 26, 2021
The colleges Newman Association has been meeting at Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Easton. (Photo courtesy of Molly Dougher 22)

Religion at Lafayette: How students continue to worship and celebrate amidst a pandemic

March 12, 2021
Shirley Liu 23 originally wrote their award-winning poem for a creative writing class at the college. (Photo courtesy of Bernadette Russo 24)

Shirley Liu ’23 wins Jean Corrie Poetry Prize with poem ‘黄,’ an exploration of internalized colorism and identity

March 5, 2021
Kaitlyn Ahern 23 sitting with her hands folded on top of a desk.

Student Activist Spotlight: Kaitlyn Ahern ’23 discusses activism, from social media to senate campaigns

February 26, 2021
The events of this years Native American Heritage Week included two Zoom events and three social media campaigns. (Photo courtesy of Sharon Engel 22)

‘We want to keep the conversation going’: Second annual Native American Heritage Week aims to raise awareness for Indigenous groups

November 13, 2020

‘A justice that challenges anthropocentrism’: Harlan Weaver speaks on antagonization of the pitbull

November 6, 2020
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