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The University of Utah hosted the most recent vice presidential debate in 2020. (Photo courtesy of NBC News)
Lafayette to host 2024 vice presidential debate
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced the investigation on Friday. (Photo courtesy of ABC News)
Biden administration investigating Lafayette for antisemitism
Much of the accreditation work takes place during the summer, requiring a significant time commitment from fraternity and sorority members.
Why do we have Greek life accreditation?
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.
College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration
Currently, PAVE is working under the direction of Dean of Students Brian Samble.
Student advocacy and prevention coordinator role remains vacant
Juniors are registering for courses today and sophomores and first-years will do the same next week.
Seniors experience glitches in new course registration process
The Jones Lecture is an annual event featuring faculty members presenting from a variety of disciplines.
Jones Faculty Lecturer Melissa Galloway speaks to importance of chemistry in atmosphere
Michael McGuire, who chairs the Faculty Affairs and Resources Committee, praised the new fund for broadening access for professors.
New faculty fund provides travel opportunities for professors
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
Student Government finished its scheduled agenda in four minutes.
Student Government report card, Nov. 9
The incoming executive board will decide who will fill the 21 available seats in Student Government.
Student Government elected
All Student Government meetings are open to the public.
Student Government report card
Student Government candidates urged students to vote despite all positions being uncontested.
Student Government candidates speak at forum
Student Government will appoint one of its representatives to serve as temporary Inclusivity Officer before a special election.
Student Government fails to produce candidate for inclusivity officer
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.
College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration
The Jones Lecture is an annual event featuring faculty members presenting from a variety of disciplines.
Jones Faculty Lecturer Melissa Galloway speaks to importance of chemistry in atmosphere
Students hope that offering classes during lunch will ameliorate long lunch lines.
College shakes up course offering schedule after years of delays
The mission statement is a small part of two of Hurds major goals at Lafayette: carrying out both a long-term strategic plan and a master plan.
College seeks community input on mission statement, values
Ernest Jeffries has seen through diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at three different universities. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Ernest Jeffries named as inaugural vice president for inclusion
The construction began the week of Oct. 9 and is expected to continue for the remainder of the semester.
Cattell construction seeks to improve safety, poses difficulties to students
Election Day saw a decrease in turnout in Northampton County compared to last years midterm election. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
Democrats wallop Republicans in off-year election
The college has planted 48 trees to account for those removed during the construction of the escarpment trail.
Lafayette works to remedy tree removal dispute
Thursdays shooting was Eastons first fatal shooting since March 2022. (Photo courtesy of Trip Advisor)
Suspect at large after fatal South Side shooting
The group of students was working in the section of the Bushkill Creek in Jacobsburg. (Photo courtesy of Scenic Wild Delaware River)
Student researchers find gun in Bushkill Creek
The colleges yearly crime history is published in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contextualizing the weekly crime log
Thursdays shooting was Eastons first fatal shooting since March 2022. (Photo courtesy of Trip Advisor)
Suspect at large after fatal South Side shooting
Some of those arrested were living at the Hotel Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Meth seized, six arrests made after Downtown raid
The new structure prioritizes technical, safety and communication improvements to Public Safetys emergency preparedness.
Crisis management team revamps campus security procedures
Professor Kathleen Parrish raised concerns about doors not locking from the inside in Pardee Hall.
Public Safety working to clear up lockdown procedures
The University of Utah hosted the most recent vice presidential debate in 2020. (Photo courtesy of NBC News)
Lafayette to host 2024 vice presidential debate
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced the investigation on Friday. (Photo courtesy of ABC News)
Biden administration investigating Lafayette for antisemitism
Much of the accreditation work takes place during the summer, requiring a significant time commitment from fraternity and sorority members.
Why do we have Greek life accreditation?
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.
College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration
Currently, PAVE is working under the direction of Dean of Students Brian Samble.
Student advocacy and prevention coordinator role remains vacant
Through the care of many faculty members and students, Bubba has lived a fruitful life on campus.
Meet Bubba, Lafayette’s cuddliest lizard
The class put together an exhibit inspired by the book Potential History: Unlearning Imperialism by Ariella Aïsha Azoulay.
Class interrogates imperialism with pop-up exhibit
Professor Jenn Stroud Rossmanns debut novel came out in 2018.
Engineering professor Jenn Stroud Rossmann gets gears turning with creative writing
The Prestigious Pardettes will be performing at basketball games this winter. (Photo courtesy of Janiya Hood 25)
Prestigious Pardettes perform at first ever fall showcase
The SAG-AFTRA strike lasted 118 days and the WGA strike lasted 148 days. (Photo courtesy of NPR)
Arts community comments on end of actor’s strike
For Those Who Waited uses songs Téo Rodriguez 24 has written over the last three years. (Photo courtesy of Téo Rodriguez 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Rapper Téo Rodriguez ‘24 releases debut album
Carnival Craze puts carnival fun into an interactive board game.
Matthew Moise ’24 develops new board game
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
Merrily We Roll Along takes audiences on an emotional journey spanning 20 years. (Photo courtesy of Playbill)
Performance Review: Broadway’s ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ stuns with star cast, gorgeous score
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring saw a classic story brought to life through expert editing and sweeping cinematography. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Sam’s top 5 of all time
Fargo combines comedy with show-stopping cinematography and filmmaking. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: Sam’s top 5 of all time
1989 (Taylors Version) is titled after the singer-songwriters birth year. (Photo courtesy of Pitchfork)
Album Review: ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’: It’s been waiting for you
Protagonist Rory Morris deals with a wolf bite and a strained maternal relationship in Such Sharp Teeth. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: ‘Such Sharp Teeth’ offers feminist werewolf dream
Fox Bakerys shelves include many European treats, such as Russian honey cake.
Small Business Spotlight: Fox Bakery brings European treats to Easton
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
Belleville Market features handmade goods and has a homey energy.
Small Business Spotlight: Belleville Market brings Parisian charm to Pennsylvania
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
The Prestigious Pardettes will be performing at basketball games this winter. (Photo courtesy of Janiya Hood 25)
Prestigious Pardettes perform at first ever fall showcase
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
The Presidents House has a rich history that spans over a century.
A look into the President’s House then and now
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
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
The football team celebrates its commanding victory over Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football routs Lehigh, clinches first Patriot League title since 2013
The Leopards are looking to kill the Mountain Hawks tomorrow. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 159th Rivalry game
Lehigh is coming off of a strong season for its defense. (Photo by Hannah Ally for Lehigh Sports)
Why Lehigh will win the 159th Rivalry game
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward leaps for a catch against Fordham. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Football bounces back with victory over Fordham
Junior forward Lawrence Aydlett fights off a Boston defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ends dominant run with Patriot League championship loss at BU
The football team celebrates its commanding victory over Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football routs Lehigh, clinches first Patriot League title since 2013
The Leopards are looking to kill the Mountain Hawks tomorrow. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 159th Rivalry game
Lehigh is coming off of a strong season for its defense. (Photo by Hannah Ally for Lehigh Sports)
Why Lehigh will win the 159th Rivalry game
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward leaps for a catch against Fordham. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Football bounces back with victory over Fordham
Tim Moncman 92 and Tom Falzone 00 face off in their high school rivalry matchup tonight. (Photos by Brandon Santiago and Saed Hindash for Lehigh Valley Live)
Rivals today, Leopards forever
Junior forward Lawrence Aydlett fights off a Boston defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ends dominant run with Patriot League championship loss at BU
Members of the soccer team thank fans after their quarterfinal victory over American University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Digital exclusive: Men’s soccer championship preview
Senior forward Hale Lombard takes a shot against American in the Patriot League quarterfinal game. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer vies for Patriot League title after overtime wins against American, Loyola
Junior forward Andrey MacIntyre jumps up for a header against Bucknell. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer finishes regular season with two draws
Junior goalkeeper Griffin Huff takes a goal kick. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer falls to Loyola, avenges loss by beating Stony Brook
Senior center Justin Vander Baan tries to muscle by a UCLA defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops back-to-back games in California swing
Sophomore guard Ryan Pettit prepares to pass the ball against St. Josephs. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops season opener against St. Joseph’s
Mens and womens basketball celebrated the impending start of their seasons on Monday night. (Photo courtesy of Hannah Ally Photo)
Inaugural Maroon Madness tips off basketball seasons
Malik Wagner (left) and Darius Dangerfield (right) work to organize logistics for their respective teams. (Photos courtesy of Malik Wagner on LinkedIn and GoLeopards)
New directors of operations hold men’s soccer, basketball together
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
Junior midfielder and captain Lineke Spaans dribbles against American in the Patriot League final. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls to American in Patriot League final
The field hockey team celebrates its semifinal win against Boston. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Digital exclusive: Field hockey championship preview
Junior midfielder Lineke Spaans earned First Team honors for her 29-point season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey defeats Lehigh, Boston on way to championship
Sophomore midfielder Josephine van Wijk fires a shot on goal during the Leopards win over Towson. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey brings winning streak to 7 with non-conference wins
The field hockey team hopes to extend its winning streak tonight against Towson. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Field hockey beats BU, Providence to clinch playoff spot
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
Senior middle blocker Gracie Gibson earned All-Patriot League Second Team honors this season. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball drops final match of season
Freshman middle back Irelynd Lorenzen spikes the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in blowout matches against Lehigh, Bucknell
Freshman outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to bump the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls to Loyola in hard-fought match
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
Letter to the Editor: Response to Pards for Palestine
Op-Ed: How do we fill the stands?
On the Spot: What are your thoughts on Roary, the mascot’s new name?
Op-Ed: Pards for Palestine statement
On the Spot: Who is one professor you appreciate?
Op-Ed: How do we fill the stands?
Op-Ed: Pards for Palestine statement
Editorial: A call for transparency
Op-Ed: A Menstrual Equity Open Letter to the administration and student body: Phase Two
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Letter to the Editor: Response to Pards for Palestine
Letter from the Editor: Student Government debate
Letter from the Editor: Student Government debate
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
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Letter to the Editor
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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Through the care of many faculty members and students, Bubba has lived a fruitful life on campus.

Meet Bubba, Lafayette’s cuddliest lizard

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
November 17, 2023
Take Back the Night featured the annual clothesline project. (Photo courtesy of Carly Johnson 24)

PASA demonstrates resilience through annual Take Back the Night

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
November 10, 2023
Students are getting to know the culture of European and Oceanian countries this semester. (Photos courtesy of Brenna Girard 25, Ellie Walsh 25 and Tess Boyler 25)

Leopard sightings across the globe

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
November 3, 2023
These songs have spooky vibes in every way. (Photos courtesy of Spotify)

Dette’s spooky sounds

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
October 27, 2023
Peter Pruim and his dog, Rose, are frequent customers of Mojo 516 Cafe.

Meet Rose, Mojo’s sweetheart

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
October 20, 2023
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

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
September 29, 2023
The Immersive Arts Lab is a space to experiment with virtual reality technology.

[Photo] Providing tools for the curious

September 29, 2023
This Sundays PorchFest will feature Cadence, one of Lafayettes a cappella groups.

PorchFest to feature student musicians for first time

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
September 22, 2023
Professor John Shaw finds writing mystery novels rewarding as an educator and author.

Faculty Artist Spotlight: Psychology professor John Shaw lives double life as mystery novelist

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
September 15, 2023
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

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
September 8, 2023
A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)

Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
May 5, 2023
One project Madison Lebish 23 participates in is investigating vernal pools. (Photo courtesy of Madison Lebish 23)

Student Research Spotlight: Two ways Madison Lebish ’23 is saving the planet

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
April 21, 2023
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

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
April 14, 2023
Several of Melanie Linos business partners and friends came to see her speak at last weeks keynote event. (Photo courtesy of @madebylino on Instagram)

‘I am supposed to be here’: Earth Month keynote speaker on boldness in baking

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
April 7, 2023
In addition to providing menstrual products, L-RAJE will provide lectures on menstruation to the fraternities (Photo courtesy of Emily Mackin 24).

New L-RAJE program provides menstrual products in fraternity bathrooms

By Bernadette Russo , Culture Editor
April 7, 2023
Maria Gross 24 often brings Mochi around campus or to her classes. (Photo courtesy of Maria Gross 24)

A bunny is a girl’s best friend: Maria Gross ’24 and her pal Mochi

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
March 24, 2023
Students can spend an afternoon in the Sigal Museum for only $8.

How to spend a day in Easton for under $20

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
March 10, 2023
(Graphic by Bernadette Russo 24)

Black-owned businesses in Easton to support for Black History Month

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
February 17, 2023

Dear Dette: Love advice that you didn’t ask for

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
February 10, 2023
Easton Candle Company is open downtown from Friday through Sunday.

Small Business Spotlight: Easton Candle Company curates clean, unique fragrances

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
February 3, 2023
Letter from the Editors: Welcome to Culture

Letter from the Editors: Welcome to Culture

By Madeline Marriott and Bernadette Russo
January 27, 2023
Previous chair of the Board of Trustees Larry Ramer financially supported the development of the Ramer History House.

The history behind the history house

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
December 9, 2022
The Bootmobile will continue traveling along the East Coast until the end of December.

Beep beep! L.L.Bean Bootmobile parks on campus for first time

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
November 11, 2022
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

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
November 4, 2022
Kramer and Wiss Fiss are brother mutts. They are the first dogs adopted from a shelter to join the program. (Photo by Caroline Schaeffer 23)

Friends fur-ever: Rescued brothers Kramer, Wiss Fiss join Dog House

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
October 28, 2022
Ciaos College Hill location will be open until 3 a.m. (Photo courtesy of Ciao on Facebook)

Restaurant Review: Ciao brings tasty late-night option to College Hill

By Madeline Marriott and Bernadette Russo
October 7, 2022
Garlic Fest started as part of an Easton Farmers Market-themed event.

But why garlic?: How Easton’s Garlic Fest came to be

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
October 7, 2022
There are a multitude of events happening in Easton and beyond that will allow you to enjoy fall festivities. (Graphic by Bernadette Russo 24 for The Lafayette)

Autumn in Easton: The ultimate guide to fall in love with fall

By Bernadette Russo , Arts & Culture Editor
September 30, 2022
Azalea Danes 24 hopes to create a space for student expression with the new zine.

New zine led by Azalea Danes ’24 puts arts back in liberal arts

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
September 23, 2022
Angela Busheska 25 discussed gender equality with activist Hamila Aden at the One Young World Summit. (Photo courtesy of Angela Busheska 25)

Angela Busheska ’25 attends One Young World Summit as global leader

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
September 16, 2022
Wellness sessions are held every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Interfaith Chapel in Hogg Hall.

New spiritual wellness sessions emphasize need for self-care

By Madeline Marriott and Bernadette Russo
September 16, 2022
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

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
September 9, 2022
This summer, students traveled and learned about the culture and history in Florence, London and the National Parks. One place students visited was the Grand Canyon. (Photo courtesy of Caroline McParland 23)

From cathedrals to canyons: Summer study abroad recap

By Bernadette Russo, Arts & Culture Editor
September 2, 2022
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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Associate Arts & Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Associate Arts & Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo , Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
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

By Bernadette Russo , Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
January 28, 2022
Cameron Cloud 24 smiles.

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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 10, 2021
Photo of Katy Bednarsky.

Lafayette welcomes Katy Bednarsky as student advocate and prevention coordinator

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 3, 2021
Students light a menorah

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

By Bernadette Russo , Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 3, 2021
Larry Stockton poses with students

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

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
November 19, 2021
3 people running

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

By Bernadette Russo , Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
November 12, 2021
Rods Dogs restaurant

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

By Bernadette Russo , Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
November 5, 2021
Holiday Helpers campaign poster.

Holiday Helpers to provide gifts for low income families in Easton

By Bernadette Russo, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
October 29, 2021
Members of the play, The Wedding Singer.

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

By Bernadette Russo , Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
October 22, 2021
A street full of people surrounded by stands.

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

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

The Marquis Players raise funds for charity at Trolley Stop event

By Bernadette Russo
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

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

College’s first LaFarmapalooza to be held on Sunday

By Bernadette Russo
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)

By Bernadette Russo
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

By Bernadette Russo
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

By Bernadette Russo
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

By Bernadette Russo
April 23, 2021
Grayson Thompson selfie

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

By Bernadette Russo
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

By Bernadette Russo
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

By Bernadette Russo
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

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

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

By Bernadette Russo
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

By Bernadette Russo
November 13, 2020
Harlan Weaver challenged viewers to change their perceptions of pit bulls during his Zoom talk. (Photo courtesy of Harlan Weaver)

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

By Bernadette Russo
November 6, 2020
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