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The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Easton mayoral debate recap
A Truman Scholar, Cham will work at Bloomberg after she graduates.
Fatimata Cham ’23 wins Pepper Prize
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
The Leopard for a Day program allows prospective, accepted and incoming students to shadow current students.
Leopard for a Day returns
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
The amended budget guidelines will provide clubs with extra funds for merchandise.
Student Government amends budget guidelines
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
Dean Tim Cox will choose Student Government representatives to select Pepper Prize finalists.
Changes made to Pepper Prize selection process
Neha Vora is one of at least two tenured professors to leave the college this semester. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
‘You can’t help but feel underappreciated’: Tenured professor Neha Vora leaving Lafayette
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Professor Khadijah Mitchell will have the opportunity to teach at various medical schools at her new job. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Biology professor Khadijah Mitchell to depart for top cancer center
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Easton mayoral debate recap
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
The primary election will be held on May 16.
Easton election guide: 2023 municipal primary
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
Twyleak Sexton, whose alleged actions resulted in the campus lockdown, was arrested in New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of RLS Media)
Campus locked down after shooting downtown, suspect apprehended
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
The accident occurred at the intersection of McCartney and High Streets.
College Hill traffic accident leaves student hospitalized
Public Safety has increased its presence on and off campus following the incident.
Gun flashed at students at Cattell Street house
Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents. (Photo by Seth Wenig for the Associated Press)
Lafayette weighs in on Trump arrest
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
The master plan will be finalized at the end of 2023.
Master plan recap: A year of envisioning change
Students and faculty have pressed the administration to speed up accessibility efforts.
Despite increased awareness, accessibility issues persist
The monument has been moved in the past, according to an Indigenous Rights Coalition leader.
College to consider Sullivan Monument proposals
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
Empty Threat was one of the student bands that performed at Lafchella.
Lafchella persists, rain or shine
Lafayette hosted two drag queens despite local backlash over similar events. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegelibrary on Instagram)
Drag Story Hour encourages LGBTQ+ inclusion
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’
Ella Dalgliesh 25 created sculptures inspired by her family. (Photo courtesy of Ella Dalgliesh 25)
Sculpture class project ‘The 100’ makes artistic mark on campus
Remy Oktay 24 organized the dinner as a final assignment for his class. (Photo courtesy of Remy Oktay 24)
Student brings strangers together with secretive steak dinner
Maria Soukup 26 is trained in playing classical music on the violin. (Photo courtesy of Rae Shepard 26)
Student Artist Spotlight: Violinist Maria Soukup ’26 on her love for ‘shared language’ of playing
Hanoi Ragmen has performed in established venues in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Shaan Shuster 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Shaan Shuster ’23 on his award-winning band
Zach Freiheiter 23 has been composing his own music since his first year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Zach Freiheiter 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Zach Freiheiter ’23 on his composing journey
Juliana Soldat 24 sculpted pieces for her independent study that comment on mental health and personal struggles. (Photo courtesy of Juliana Soldat 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Juliana Soldat ’24 depicts mental illness through sculpture
Isabella Lu 25 made archaeological illustrations for professor Ingrid Furniss upcoming book. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Lu 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Isabella Lu ’25 digs into archeology illustrations
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’
Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer will add to his impressive filmography this summer. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Five new movies to look forward to this summer
Kendal Davis 26 tried vegan sandwiches and desserts from Easton Public Market. (Photo courtesy of Kendal Davis 26)
The best vegan options in Easton Public Market
Amadeus features critically acclaimed direction and performances. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #4 ‘Amadeus’
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling give standout performances in La La Land. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #5 ‘La La Land’
Mia and Maddies offers desserts and flavors from around the world.
Small Business Spotlight: Mia and Maddie’s Bakery serves goodies with a doctor’s touch
Jenny DeLorenzo intends for Plants + Coffee to have a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)
Small Business Spotlight: Plants + Coffee sprouts in Easton
Easton Candle Company is open downtown from Friday through Sunday.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Candle Company curates clean, unique fragrances
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
Meredith Forman 24 hopes that the addition of pride flags on the arts houses will spur more LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Pride flags installed at art houses as ‘visual show of allyship’
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)
Write to Be connects student writers of color
LafKid Connect hosts students from Easton Middle School on campus every Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Camille Carthy 23)
LafKid Connect brings Easton Area Middle School students to campus
The Mar-Keys is one of Lafayettes all-voices a capella groups. (Photo courtesy of Alex Thurtle 24)
Starting out on the right note: Mar-Keys compete for first time
Rick Fisher (right), who was the Leopard mascot for 15 years, poses with the current mascot, Dysean Alexander. (Photo courtesy of Dysean Alexander)
Unmasking the Leopard
The current spring concert, Lafchella, features student bands and local performers. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
History of the spring concert
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
Ted Norton eventually resigned from his position at Lafayettes library after being accused of having communist ties. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Communists on campus?: Letters illuminate Lafayette’s Red Scare
The display on James Armistead Lafayette will be in Skillman room 209 throughout Black History Month.
Special Collections honors Revolutionary-era Black spy with display
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
Documentarian and journalist Sean Ryon ‘12 studied English and film and media studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sean Ryon 12)
Alum Spotlight: ‘Dateline’ field producer Sean Ryon ’12 on documentary production
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Some members of the crew team will represent Lafayette in Tennessee this month. (Photo courtesy of @lafcrew on Instagram)
Crew sweeps the board at Gifford Pinchot Sprints Regatta
Team members pose after a strong 4x400 performance at the 2023 indoor Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Lily Dineen 24)
What to expect at Track and Field Patriot League Championship
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
Coach John Troxell celebrates with his team following its last second win over Sacred Heart. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Sophomore Nahjee Adams carries the ball past defenders. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football showcases talent at Spring Game, looks forward to fall
Among the Leopards leaving are defensive lineman Malik Hamm, who declared for the NFL draft. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football completes 2027 recruiting class, signs 26 new players
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
Mens soccer tied ESU at Cottingham Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Men’s soccer hosts annual Earn Your Spots Game
The Gummeson Grounds will have several improvements, including a new press box. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Construction on new soccer stadium underway
Yazdan Basir 23 creates models to help the mens soccer team visualize its statistics. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)
Yazdan Basir ’23 brings men’s soccer stats to life
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
Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season
Adama Sanogo waits to embrace head coach Dan Hurley following their national championship victory. (Photo courtesy of KSL Sports)
Sidelines: Wrapping up March Madness
Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)
From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in
The mens basketball team celebrates its Sunday night win against American, which sent it to the Patriot League finals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
After nail-biting win against American, men’s basketball falls to No. 1 seed Colgate in League Championship
Senior captain Leo OBoyle, who scored his 1,000th career point against American on Sunday, will be key for the Leopards against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Patriot League Championship Preview: Can the Leopards pull off the upset?
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
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
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
Christian Kiselica led George Washington to a top-25 ranking prior to coming to Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Christian Kiselica named head volleyball coach
The team poses after its win in the final game of the season. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettewclubvball on Instagram)
Women’s club volleyball wins final tournament of semester
The Lafayette mens club volleyball team poses after its successful first tournament. (Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)
Men’s club volleyball attends first ever tournament at Kutztown
Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell
Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Thank you for your support
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
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.
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Sophomore Michael Walsh led the Leopards at the Patriot League Championship last weekend. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Golf takes last place at Patriot League Championship

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
May 5, 2023
After being officially approved as a club, ballet welcomes dancers with a variety of experience. (Photo courtesy of Yuko Tanaka 26)

Ballet club chassés onto campus

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
May 5, 2023
Mens soccer tied ESU at Cottingham Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)

Men’s soccer hosts annual Earn Your Spots Game

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 28, 2023
Members of the dance company perform a lyrical routine. (Photo courtesy of Ricki Blaustein 25)

Dance company highlights variety of styles at showcase

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 28, 2023
The Gummeson Grounds will have several improvements, including a new press box. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)

Construction on new soccer stadium underway

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 21, 2023
Equestrian shows off winning ribbons at Zones last weekend. (Photo courtesy of Ashley Holland 25)

Equestrian closes out season at Zones

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 14, 2023
Senior attacker Genevieve Strobel was one of five Leopards who scored at least two goals against BU. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Women’s lacrosse beats Boston, Edwards tallies six points

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 7, 2023
After an impressive performance at regionals, equestrian will go on to compete as a team at Zones. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)

Equestrian finishes first in region again, several riders to compete in Zones

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 7, 2023
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 7, 2023
Frisbee spent spring break competing in the prestigious High Tide national tournament against teams from all over the country. (Photo courtesy of Sara OKeefe 24)

Frisbee places second in bracket at spring break tournament

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 24, 2023
Senior Meghan Gillis races down the slope during womens alpine at nationals, where she finished 11th. (Photo courtesy of Meghan Gillis 23)

Ski and board attends nationals, battles harsh weather conditions

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 24, 2023
After several top-three finishes from Lafayette, the equestrian team finished first in its opening show of the season. (Photo courtesy of Maggie Sigmond-Warner 23)

Equestrian places first in semester-opening show

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 10, 2023
Running club president, senior Andrew Scardina, was the overall winner. (Photo courtesy of @lafrunningclub on Instagram)

Two running club members place first in “March Fourth” race

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 10, 2023
Fencing now looks forward to hosting regionals after competing in the MACFA tournament. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Fencing finishes regular season with MACFA Championships

By Andreas Pelekis and Caroline McParland
March 10, 2023
Junior attacker Peter Lehman scored two goals in the Leopards loss. (Photo by Larry French for GoLeopards)

Men’s lacrosse loses to Loyola in Patriot League opener

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 10, 2023
Geology professor Dave Sunderlin was one of the recipients of the Faculty All-Star honors this year. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Athletics on Twitter (@GoLeopards)

How faculty mentors support student-athletes

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 3, 2023
Sophomore Julia Greeley finished in seventh in the pole vault at the Patriot League Indoor Championship. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Track has lackluster performance at Patriot League Indoor Championships

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 3, 2023
Lafayette went 9-20 under head coach Mike Jordan, though the Leopards dropped another game after he was placed on leave. (Photo by Samuel Lewis for Icon Sportswire)

Head basketball coach on leave after ‘complaint’: Team, administration stay quiet

By Trebor Maitin and Caroline McParland
February 24, 2023
The womens alpine ski team placed first overall after winning both the slalom and giant slalom at regionals. (Photo courtesy of Meghan Gillis 23)

Ski and board heading to nationals after sweeping the slopes at regionals

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 24, 2023
Standout freshman forward Josh Rivera recorded his second career double-double in the loss to Army. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Shooting woes to blame as men’s basketball falters against Army, barely loses to Colgate

By Eric Ponieman and Caroline McParland
February 24, 2023
Freshman guard Kay Donahue, clad in a pink uniform for the teams annual Play4Kay game, goes for a layup. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Injury-plagued women’s basketball falls to Army

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 24, 2023
The womens alpine ski team finished first overall for the conference. (Photo courtesy of Meghan Gillis 23)

Ski qualifies for regionals after fun-filled weekend

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 17, 2023
The crew team rows for 24 hours straight in Farinon to fundraise.

Crew hosts annual Erg-A-Thon fundraiser

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 17, 2023
Junior attacker Charlie Cunniffe recorded the second Lafayette goal in the Leopards loss. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Men’s lacrosse falls to Delaware in season opener

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 17, 2023
The womens ski team won first overall on Saturday and second overall on Sunday at Blue Mountain. (Photo courtesy of Meghan Gillis 23)

Ski and board club hits the slopes, navigates lack of snow

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 10, 2023
The table tennis club won three matchups and lost four at its first tournament of the season. (Photo courtesy of Sam Anthony 24)

Table tennis club third in division after Penn tournament

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 10, 2023
The track and field team warms up for its rivalry match against Lehigh last Saturday. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Track and field falls to Lehigh despite several impressive finishes

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 3, 2023
Dr. Heidi Caruso Commins ‘94 discusses her time as a dual student-athlete. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Student athletes attend National Girls & Women in Sports Day

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 3, 2023
Lafayette cheer celebrates outside the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fl. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegecheer on Instagram)

Dance and Cheer compete at nationals for first time

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
January 27, 2023
The mens lacrosse team traveled to Ohio State to scrimmage the team and play in their new stadium. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettemlax on Instagram)

Men’s lacrosse hosts local Easton students, scrimmages Ohio State in preparation for spring season

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
January 27, 2023
The dance team performed two routines for friends and family ahead of nationals. (Photo courtesy of Jenna Tempkin 24)

Dance team performs in showcase before national competition in January

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 9, 2022
The equestrian team had several riders place at its final show of the semester. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)

Equestrian trots to end of semester at Tournament of Champions

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 9, 2022
The new executive board plans to restore its pre-pandemic culture. (Photo courtesy of Kendall Lamm 24)

Crew announces plans for next year

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 9, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 2, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 2, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 18, 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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 11, 2022
Seniors Ethan Gabay (left) and Michael Nelson (right) won the spikeball tournament this past weekend.

Spikeball club hosts tournament, Lafayette places first, third

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 11, 2022
Junior Sam Anthony lunges for a ball during the table tennis club tournament in Pittsburgh. (Photo courtesy of Sam Anthony 24)

Table tennis club attends first tournament in 10 years

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 11, 2022
Both the mens and womens basketball teams will begin their season on Monday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Basketball 2022-23 season preview

By Caroline McParland and Charlie Berman
November 4, 2022
Members of the crew team show their medals from this weekends regatta. (Photo courtesy of Abby Hammel 23)

Women’s crew team places first at world’s largest regatta

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 28, 2022
The Lafayette Dance Team is amping up its training and practice schedule in order to prepare for its first ever national competition next semester. (Photo courtesy of Steph Davidson 23)

Lafayette Dance selects new coach, prepares for first national competition

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 28, 2022
The equestrian team shows off a plethora of ribbons after their weekend double-header. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)

Equestrian places first, third in weekend double-header

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 21, 2022
The womens and mens crew teams placed seventh and 16th, respectively, at their opening regatta this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of @lafcrew on Instagram)

Women’s team places seventh at Navy Day Regatta as crew starts fall season

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 21, 2022
Juniors Grace McEneaney and Zubair Ali show off their first place ribbons this past weekend at the Moravian show. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)

Equestrian places second overall at Moravian, multiple riders place first

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 7, 2022
The womens club soccer team emphasizes team bonding as they try to become a recognized campus club. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Women’s club soccer looks forward to season amid uncertainty over recognition

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 7, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 7, 2022
The Equestrian Team will have another show tomorrow at Moravian University. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)

Equestrian starts off with win, looks to another promising season

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 30, 2022
The Lafayette Womens Club Rugby team aims to teach new members about the sport while fostering an inclusive environment.

Women’s rugby has most members since 2019

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 30, 2022
After defeating Bucknell, the Lafayette Chess Club team may play Rutgers and the University of Pennsylvania later in the semester. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Maroon and White clobber Bucknell in virtual chess competition

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 30, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 23, 2022
As a primary contact athletic trainer, Amber Kinney works with student-athletes on both their physical and mental well-being. (Photo courtesy of Philip LaBella)

Meet Amber Kinney: Lafayette football’s first female primary contact athletic trainer

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 23, 2022
The mens club rugby team gears up for the 2022 fall season with a handful of new members. (Photo courtesy of Matt Cherry 23)

Men’s rugby looks forward to fall season

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 23, 2022
Junior forward Hale Lombard (left) celebrates Lafayettes Monday night win with senior midfielder Senior midfielder Will Echeverria (right). (Photo courtesy of @lafayette_msoc on Instagram)

Lombard notches two goals in men’s soccer’s first win of the season, three players earn preseason honors

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 2, 2022
The Lafayette Pep Band performs in front of Pardee. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Centerpiece of the stands: Pep Band livens up sports games

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
September 2, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
May 6, 2022
New members of the Marquis Anglers attend a trip at Bushkill Creek. (Photo courtesy of Ethan Riehl 23)

Marquis Anglers reel in new members and traditions this semester

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 29, 2022

Athlete Ally fundraises for Trans Women of Color Collective

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 29, 2022
The mens soccer team stands alongside some of the elementary school students they have spent the semester doing community service with at the Earn Your Spots book club game. (Photo courtesy of Benji Grossi 23)

Men’s soccer wins Earn Your Spots Book Club fundraiser game against rival Lehigh

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 29, 2022

Crew has strong finishes at Crew Kerr Cup Regatta

By Caroline McParland, Staff Writer
April 22, 2022
The Equestrian team took home eight impressive finishes at the zones competition last week. (Photo courtesy of Maggie Sigmond-Warner 23)

Equestrian rides at zones

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 15, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 15, 2022
Sophomore Grace McEneaney participating in regionals, where she placed second and qualified for the upcoming zones competition. (Photo courtesy of Maggie Sigmond-Warner 23)

Equestrian looks toward zones after successful season

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 8, 2022
Professor Jenn Rossmann spoke with NPR about her research using fluid mechanics to study how different adjustments change the aerodynamics of a Wiffle ball. (Photo courtesy of Picsabay.com)

Mechanical Engineering Professor Jenn Rossmann explores the science of an American Pastime

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 8, 2022
The mens soccer team has been promoting childrens literacy through their book club at Cheston Elementary. (Photo courtesy of Benji Grossi 23)

Men’s soccer connects with Easton community through ‘Earn Your Spots’ Book Club

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
April 8, 2022
Conceptual image of the proposed Gummeson Grounds, aimed to elevate the Lafayette mens and womens soccer teams in the future. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Soccer programs gifted new stadium following donation from Peter Gummeson ‘80

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 25, 2022
Senior Max Faulkner Faulkner has been helping to run the mechanical engineering departments formula hybrid car while also competing professionally in races. (Photo courtesy of Max Faulkner 22)

Reinventing the wheel: Professional race car driver and mechanical engineering major Max Faulkner ’22 has a passion for motorsports

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 25, 2022
The club volleyball team wore ribbons in support of Ukraine during Saturdays tournament, where they placed second out of six teams. (Photo courtesy of Nina Curko 22)

Club volleyball ranked first in division after tournament at Drexel

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 11, 2022
Junior Haleigh Marzano set two school records at the Lehigh Dual meet alone. (Photo courtesy of Haleigh Marzano 23)

Junior Haleigh Marzano selected for Patriot League Academic Honors

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 11, 2022
The esports club holds a variety of events throughout the semester, including a speedrunning fundraiser and a finals week cool down event. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Esports club raises money for Third Street Alliance with speedrunning event

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 11, 2022
Freshman Mimi Robertson (pictured) plans to turn her idea of having a Lafayette womens club golf team into reality within the next year. (Photo courtesy of Mimi Robertson 25)

Two freshmen look to jumpstart a women’s golf club at Lafayette

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 11, 2022
Junior Meghan Gillis (pictured) finished in second of 62 racers in Sundays slalom at the regional ski competition. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Ski team qualifies for nationals, women’s team back-to-back regional champions

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 4, 2022
Sophomore Abby Romano (pictured) works around a defender in womens lacrosses win over Drexel. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Women’s lacrosse outruns La Salle for first win in two years

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
March 4, 2022
The club squash team huddles together before a match at the CSA National Collegiate Club Team Championship. (Photo courtesy of Jack Burton 22)

Club squash team attends nationals

By Caroline McParland, Sports editor
February 25, 2022
In their heartbreaking overtime loss to Bucknell, freshman guard Abby Antonogli (pictured) was tied with sophomore guard Makayla Andrews with 14 points apiece. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Antognoli named Patriot League Rookie of the Week after overtime loss to Bucknell

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 25, 2022
The Lafayette club volleyball team looks toward next tournament against Bloomsburg after coming in second place at home-hosted tournament. (Photo courtesy of Becca Abel 22)

Women’s club volleyball finishes second in home tournament

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 18, 2022

Sports Recap Central

By Caroline McParland, Sports editor
February 18, 2022
As a small club, Lafayette Chess has a casual and fun atmosphere in which new members without experience are welcome. (Photo courtesy of Ed Carl 22 for The Lafayette)

Chess club looks to the future while maintaining friendly atmosphere

By Caroline McParland, Sports editor
February 11, 2022
April McDonald (Class of 2026) who has overcame multiple setbacks to achieve the level of success shes at now, will continue the next four years of her soccer career on College Hill. (Photo courtesy of April McDonald 26)

Future Leopard April McDonald overcomes injury, to join women’s soccer next fall

By Caroline McParland, Sports editor
February 4, 2022
Sophia Sharpless (second from right) with her coworkers in Baltimore, M.D. where Under Armour headquarters is located.(Photo courtesy of Sophia Sharpless 21)

Sophia Sharpless ’21 ran through countless sneakers—now she designs them

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
February 4, 2022
The Lafayette cross country teams led the athletic programs in team GPA for fall of 2021. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Lafayette student-athletes receive an average 3.28 GPA for fall 2021

By Caroline McParland, Sports editor
January 28, 2022
Junior Solape Fakorede (pictured) participating in the weighted throw competition as the women finish in second and the men finish in 5th at the Moravian Invite last weekend. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Track and field have a strong showing at Moravian Invite

By Caroline McParland, Sports editor
January 28, 2022
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

By Caroline McParland, Sports editor
December 10, 2021
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 fall season with second place finish at home tournament

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 10, 2021
The Lafayette Dance Team worked this semester to up their performance, which included dancing at additional basketball games this fall season. (Photo courtesy of Caroline Burns 22)

Lafayette dance team steps it up this season performing at additional basketball games

By Caroline McParland, Staff Writer
December 10, 2021
Announced to the 2022 executive board, Juniors Lauren Salbinski (left), Arden Westphalen (middle) and Abby Hammel (right) plan to continue to foster a positive and close-knit environment for the team. (Photo courtesy of Arden Westphalen 23).

Crew team announces 2022 executive board and plans for next season

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 3, 2021
The Lafayette Equestrian team celebrates sophomore Zubair Ali’s first show. (Photo courtesy of Zubair Ali 24)

Lafayette Equestrian Team rides into a new year

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
December 3, 2021
Senior Autumn Sands (pictured) places in the top 50 at cross countrys final meet, the NCAA Regional Championships. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Cross country closes out season at NCAA Regional Championships

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 19, 2021
After proving to be key players this season while succeeding in the classroom, Lafayette field hockeys Felicitas Hannes and Alix Talkow were selected to the Patriot League Academic All-League team. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Field hockey’s Hannes and Talkow selected to the Academic All-Patriot League Team

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 12, 2021

Sports Recap Central

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 12, 2021
The crew team attended the Head of the Schuylkill this past weekend, with strong outings for both the womens and mens side. Lafayettes novice boats raced for the first time this season. (Photo courtesy of Kate Pellegrino 23)

Lafayette crew continues strong season at the Head of the Schuylkill

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 5, 2021
The Lafayette Motor Sports team is a new club created over the summer and spearheaded by the engineering department has been working to turn classroom skills into tangible projects. (Photo courtesy of Kevin Durfee 23)

Full speed ahead: A look at new Motor Sports Team

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
November 5, 2021
Both the mens and womens teams received a bid to return next year to the famous Head of the Charles Regatta after their impressive performance on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Abby Hammel 23)

Lafayette crew makes waves at prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 29, 2021
David Goldblatt, author of The Ball is Round discussed the connection between the world sports industry and climate change during a visit to Professor Ospina-Giraldos FYS class. (Photo courtesy of FIFA World Football museum)

How is the sport industry related to the climate crisis?

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 29, 2021
The Lafayette swimming and diving team fell to Loyola on Saturday, with the overall scores being 197-103 on the women’s side and 193-100 on the men’s side. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Lafayette swimming dives into season with dual meet against Loyola

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 29, 2021
Senior Brian Clayton (pictured) placed third out of 49 runners in the men’s individual 8k race. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Cross country attends Princeton Invitational and hosts the Leopard Invitational simultaneously

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 22, 2021
The Lafayette crew team medaled in every event they participated in on Sunday at the Overpeck Fall Classic in Leonia, NJ, dominating in both the mens and womens Collegiate 4+ and Collegiate 8+ events. (Photo courtesy of Abby Hammel 23)

Lafayette crew received medals at every event entered at Overpeck Fall Classic

By Caroline McParland, Sports Editor
October 22, 2021
Marking one win and one loss, the weekend was highlighted by senior goalkeeper Hailey Abbott, who made countless crucial saves. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)

Field hockey falls to No. 5 Penn State before routing Drexel on Senior Night

By Caroline McParland, Section Editor
October 22, 2021
Lafayette field hockeys Felicitas Hannes was named Patriot League Offensive Player of the Week honors after scoring her first career hat trick on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Hannes and Hefting awarded Patriot League Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week

By Caroline McParland
October 8, 2021
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