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Students involved in the investigation will go before the Student Conduct Board.
Women’s rugby facing dozens of hazing charges after Public Safety investigation
No members of the class of 2026 delegation returned to the general body.
Meet your new Student Government representatives
The Office of Sustainability earned the silver designation twice before moving into the gold category.
Sustainability programs earn gold rating for green higher education
Henry Kissinger attended Lafayette for two terms in 1944 through an army program. (Photo courtesy of the Lafayette Alumnus Magazine)
Henry Kissinger’s Lafayette connections
Rep. Susan Wild (D-Pa.), left, has served as the top Democrat on the House Ethics Committee since last September. (Photo by Bill Clark for CQ Roll Call)
The committee that took down George Santos
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
No members of the class of 2026 delegation returned to the general body.
Meet your new Student Government representatives
The Nov. 30 meeting saw yet another slate of bylaws amendments.
Student government report card, Nov. 30
The two resignations create additional vacancies in the 2024 and 2026 delegations. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr and Ani Brutus 26)
Student Government sees 2 resignations, including former president
Other than a late start to the meeting, Student Government stuck to its agenda.
Student Government report card, Nov. 16
Student Government finished its scheduled agenda in four minutes.
Student Government report card, Nov. 9
Professor Mike Bertuccis research may help combat dangerous diseases caused by streptococcus gordonii. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Chemistry professor receives teacher-scholar award
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
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
One of the alternatives for course evaluation access is a syllabus repository.
Faculty committee considers course evaluation alternatives
Applications for ambassadors are now accepted on a rolling basis.
Admissions overhauls student employee application process
Anyone can currently search for Lafayette students by name in the public directory.
Why does Lafayette have a public directory?
The government and law department hopes to implement aspects of the debate into its curriculum.
Campus community prepares to host 2024 vice presidential debate
The college received more geographically diverse applications this year than in previous cycles.
College sees steady increase in early decision applications
Art students showed off their capstone projects at the Grossman Gallery.
Short films, sculptures and spreading awareness
Tyler and Coogan are the Dog Houses newest service dogs in training. (Photo courtesy of @lafdoghouse on Instagram)
New Dog House pups are su-paw-stars
The alpacas on Callowhill Farm are expertly tended to by Christopher Rafferty ‘26. (Photo courtesy of Christopher Rafferty ‘26)
Christopher Rafferty ‘26, alpaca farmer
Easton Winter Village transformed Centre Square with 40 holiday huts housing local vendors.
The Lafayette’s guide to Easton Winter Village
(Graphics by Elisabeth Seidel for The Lafayette)
Lafayette Fashion Society on what’s in this holiday season
Olivia Hofmann 24 and Olivia Bamford 24 both transitioned from violin to oboe before high school.
The Olivias of the oboe section
Chris Nappo 27 first started making pottery in the ninth grade. (Photo courtesy of Chris Nappo Ceramics)
Student Artist Spotlight: Chris Nappo ’27 sells pottery from Easton to Alaska
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
These four holiday albums will warm your soul this season. (Photos courtesy of Spotify)
Soulful holiday albums to soothe your spirit
The Holdovers is a movie to rewatch every holiday season. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘The Holdovers’ is a Christmas movie for the books
“Vampires of El Norte” by Isabel Cañas tells the story of childhood friends who have to deal with both war and mythical creatures. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: Winter break reading list
Spamalot shines in comedy and in song. (Photo courtesy of Playbill)
Performance Review: ‘Spamalot’ is the crown comedy of Broadway
Miracle on 34th Street has a cast of over 20 people made up of students, staff and alumni.
Performance Review: Holiday cheer flurries in ‘Miracle on 34th Street’
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
Members of the mens soccer team has been reading books about teamwork to the students. (Photo courtesy of Lawrence Aydlett 25)
Earn Your Spots book club connects soccer players with local students
College President Nicole Hurd hosted four teams that beat Lehigh this fall. (Photos courtesy of @presidenthurd on Instagram)
Building a tradition
Florida State will play in the Fiesta Bowl after being robbed of a chance at the championship. (Photo courtesy of ESPN)
College football bowl preview
Bob Foltz can be found on the sidelines of nearly every basketball game.
Section 5, row B, seat 1
The fencing team practices at 6 a.m. due to facility conflicts. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Fencing captain looks for administrative support
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis runs past a Delaware defender. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football falls to Delaware in nail-biter in first round of FCS playoffs
Leopards fans were probably taking pictures at the game with the new iPhone 5s. (Edit by Trebor Maitin for The Lafayette)
The last time football won the Patriot League Championship
The Leopards have a chance to secure the programs first-ever NCAA FCS Playoff win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
FCS playoff preview: Lafayette vs. Delaware
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
Members of the mens soccer team has been reading books about teamwork to the students. (Photo courtesy of Lawrence Aydlett 25)
Earn Your Spots book club connects soccer players with local students
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)
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
Bob Foltz can be found on the sidelines of nearly every basketball game.
Section 5, row B, seat 1
Freshman guard Mark Butler elevates for two against Cornell. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball extends losing streak to six
Junior center Justin Vander Baan blocks a shot against Monmouth in the Cathedral Classic. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball winless at weekend tournament, falls to Drexel at home
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
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)
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
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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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Caroline McParland

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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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