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The five candidates for Student Government executive board each gave a 30 second introductions before questions began. (Photo by The Lafayette)
Student Government candidates tackle questions at forum
There are two races with no candidates in this year's Student Government election. (Compilation by Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)
Unpacking Student Government candidate platforms
The bear was sighted in front of and behind Easton Hall by students. (Photo courtesy of Robbie Neumeyer '26)
Bear spotted near Easton Hall
Public Safety recommends using a U-lock instead of a cable or chain lock for securing your bicycle.
College reports uptick in vehicle thefts, burglaries
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
The dedicated lounge for English majors often hosts student events and club meetings.
English program at Lafayette remains strong despite national struggles
Nate Rashkind '26 interviews Government & Law Professor Joshua Miller for a segment of the broadcast.
Students help produce local election broadcast
Many of the music technology classes take place in the Williams Center for the Arts computer lab.
College announces new minors
Seven students received honorable Fulbright and Goldwater awards this year. Carter Brand '25 could not be reached for a photo. (Photos by Liv Bamford '24 and Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette; bottom middle photo courtesy of Tess Stanley '25).
Lafayette students awarded Fulbright, Goldwater scholarships
The Indigenous Studies minor will involve courses across several departments.
Indigenous Studies minor approved
The five candidates for Student Government executive board each gave a 30 second introductions before questions began. (Photo by The Lafayette)
Student Government candidates tackle questions at forum
There are two races with no candidates in this year's Student Government election. (Compilation by Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)
Unpacking Student Government candidate platforms
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
Student Government reviews elections, organizations at Oct. 31 meeting
Student Government reviews elections, organizations at Oct. 31 meeting
Student Goverment's executive positions are elected on a calendar year basis. (Compilation by Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)
One year later, Student Government leaders fall short on campaign promises
The last ad hoc committee that was passed by the faculty was in 2018 about college expansion.
Ad hoc faculty committee for evaluation of college academic finances passed
Austin Haytko, Lafayette's director of student conduct and restorative practices, joined the college in 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Iowa State Daily)
Director of student conduct resigns
The college scheduled eight listening sessions to talk to campus community members about the strategic plan.
College announces proposed strategic plan
Amanda Haninick has worked in higher education for almost 20 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Title IX coordinator exits, VP for Inclusion serving in interim
Allison Williams previously advised the student government of Centenary University.
New student involvement staff member to support Student Government
The bear was sighted in front of and behind Easton Hall by students. (Photo courtesy of Robbie Neumeyer '26)
Bear spotted near Easton Hall
The Express-Times is headquartered in downtown Easton.
Local Easton newspaper to shut down print production in 2025
Ideal Food Basket currently has a location in Bethlehem.
New Easton grocery store looks to ease food desert
As of Wednesday night, Easton is not forecasted to see rain until Nov. 7.
Lehigh Valley sees record drought, burn ban results
Lafayette Votes plans to have an information table on election day, providing information on each candidate and where students should cast their ballot.
Lafayette Votes reports high number of student voter registrants
Public Safety recommends using a U-lock instead of a cable or chain lock for securing your bicycle.
College reports uptick in vehicle thefts, burglaries
Benjamin Kitson '24 is currently serving time in Chester County Prison. (Photo courtesy of LafayetteDelts.net)
Recent alumnus sentenced for child pornography charges
The victim of Tuesday's shooting is current not cooperating with officials. (Photo courtesy of Easton Police Department)
Man injured in Easton shooting, suspect still at large
The broken glass has been temporarily repaired with plexiglass.
Public Safety investigating incident after student punches through glass door of Kirby House
Peter Milius was formally arraigned at the Northampton County Courthouse on Sept. 19.
Criminal court scheduled in Milius case
The bicentennial celebration will incorporate long-standing Lafayette traditions. (Media by Hiya Khan '28 for The Lafayette)
Initial bicentennial plans revealed
Lafayette Votes plans to have an information table on election day, providing information on each candidate and where students should cast their ballot.
Lafayette Votes reports high number of student voter registrants
The Marquis Dining Hall salad bar and deli area, which was closed for several days, features soups, salad ingredients and customizable sandwiches.
Dining hall closed after health hazard incident
The 90-minute Q&A session focused on bipartisan issues.
College hosts former congressman, RNC chair in bipartisan discussion
Students react to the presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on Sept. 10.
Students weigh in on campus political climate
The Crayola Experience provides 65,000 square feet of space for colorful fun.
What can college students do at the Crayola Experience?
The pit orchestra of "Bright Star" features a professional violin player on the fiddle, as well as many student musicians playing its bluegrass-inspired score.
Performance Review: College theater’s ‘Bright Star’ shines bright
At Qiskit Fall Fest, students participated in a workshop on quantum computing.
Qiskit Fall Fest brings the fun to quantum technology
Swetha Tadisina '25 began her glassblowing journey two years ago. (Photo courtesy of Swetha Tadisina '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Swetha Tadisina sparks up creativity with glassblowing
The college's new Gospel Choir rehearses every Wednesday at 7:00 pm. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettegospelchoir on Instagram)
New gospel choir to uplift campus voices
Swetha Tadisina '25 began her glassblowing journey two years ago. (Photo courtesy of Swetha Tadisina '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Swetha Tadisina sparks up creativity with glassblowing
Plus One began as a group of three and has since expanded to six members. (Photo courtesy of Ajani Martin)
Student Artist Spotlight: Plus One brings together musical flair, friendship
"Lift Every Voice" is a one-act play focusing on the members of a student council at a high school.
‘Lift Every Voice’
Music by Lilly Hercik '27 can be streamed on Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube Music. (Photo courtesy of @lillymoss.music on Instagram)
Student Artist Spotlight: Lilly Hercik ‘27 puts a new spin on country music
Over the summer, McKenna Graf '26 read aloud her newest original collection of poetry in New York City. (Photo courtesy of Emily Graf)
Student Artist Spotlight: ‘Mortals, Myths, and Maybes’
The pit orchestra of "Bright Star" features a professional violin player on the fiddle, as well as many student musicians playing its bluegrass-inspired score.
Performance Review: College theater’s ‘Bright Star’ shines bright
"The Magic Toyshop" combines surrealist and whimsical writing with dark themes. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Nat’s Novels: ‘The Magic Toyshop,’ magical surrealist nightmare
Ralph Fiennes is already receiving award-season buzz for his role as Cardinal Lawrence in “Conclave” (2024). (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Conclave’ beautifully blends all star cast with intense setting
"Perfume and Pain" combines biting modern humor with a 20th century inspiration. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Selma’s Shelf: Modern lesbian pulp fiction? Now that’s royale!
The director's cut of "Kingdom of Heaven" adds a new layer of sophistication to the film. (Photo courtesy of rogerebert.com)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Kingdom of Heaven’ director’s cut brings film to greatness
The Banana Tree seeks to welcome all plant lovers, regardless of plant experience.
Small Business Spotlight: ‘Not your garden variety botanical store’
Birdhouse Yoga is located at 327 Cattell St., with classes held seven days a week.
Perched on the hill
Tucker Garage + Grocery is set to open in downtown Easton early this fall. (Photo courtesy of Indiegogo)
Welcome to Tucker Garage + Grocery
Julian Shorter ‘27, Liam Ward '27 and Jack Marich '27 import bagels weekly from New Jersey to make breakfast sandwiches. (Photo courtesy of Jack Marich '27)
Small Business Spotlight: Bean’s Bagels brings homemade breakfast sandwiches to your door
Josie's New York Deli was remodeled last year.
Small Business Spotlight: Josie’s New York Deli brings big city charm to Easton
At Qiskit Fall Fest, students participated in a workshop on quantum computing.
Qiskit Fall Fest brings the fun to quantum technology
"Rent" originally opened on Broadway in 1996 and was an overnight success.
There’s ‘No day but today’ to learn Marquis Players’ upcoming musical: ‘Rent’
"Fight or Flight Night" began with club members demonstrating basic boxing skills. (Photo courtesy of Anica Kim '27)
Boxing Club, LCEMS debut Fight or Flight Night
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Art Jam has activities for all forms of creative expression, from playing music to drawing and painting. (Photo courtesy of McKenna Graf '26)
Art Jam: Art Society’s weekly hub of creativity
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
The faculty play was a time-honored tradition at the college for nearly 40 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
What happened to faculty plays?
"The Laff-a-lot" was the first-ever satirical version of The Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The history of The Scoffayette
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Student Government protested the slow-moving process of building a student center in the spring of 1988.
The long road to Farinon College Center
Madeline Squarcia '22 works to make 'farm to table' a reality. (Photo courtesy of Madeline Squarcia '22)
Alum Spotlight: Madeline Squarcia ’22 connects consumers to growers
Mike Handzo '11 worked with the Landis Center for Community Engagement during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Mike Handzo on LinkedIn)
Alum spotlight: Mike Handzo ’11 works to create affordable housing in Lehigh Valley
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 Hefner's 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
After exiting last week's Patriot League final with a knee injury, senior midfielder Lineke Spaans returned to action to record the Leopards' lone shot attempt. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls in 1st round of NCAA tournament
The men's basketball team earned a last-second win against Penn on Tuesday in its first home game of the season.
Men’s basketball falls at LaSalle, earns nail-biting 1st victory against Penn
Junior wide receiver Elijah Steward gets tackled by a Colgate University defender. (Photo by Shea Widerman for GoLeopards)
Football wins after 4th quarter comeback at Colgate
Senior guard Abby Antognoli drives to the basket against Saint Francis University. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball tallies 1st win of season, loses against Marist
The women's volleyball team earned its second Patriot League win of the season on Nov. 9 against Holy Cross. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls to Colgate, snaps losing streak against Holy Cross
Junior wide receiver Elijah Steward gets tackled by a Colgate University defender. (Photo by Shea Widerman for GoLeopards)
Football wins after 4th quarter comeback at Colgate
Senior defensive back Saiku White snatches a one-handed interception against Bucknell University last Saturday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Football loses key Patriot League matchup against Bucknell
The football defensive line prepares for a Holy Cross snap in Saturday's loss. (Photo by Emma Sylvester '25)
Football’s comeback falls short against Holy Cross
Freshman quarterback Jason Penza looks to evade a defender against Sacred Heart University last Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football rebounds with out-of-conference win against Sacred Heart
Sophomore tight end Ethan Hosak brings in a catch against Fordham University on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football edges Fordham, notches first Patriot League win
Freshman defender Joseph Lee assisted the Leopards' lone goal against Lehigh University. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer misses playoffs with tie against Bucknell, disappointing loss to Lehigh
Sophomore midfielder Beaux Lizewski assisted on the only goal in the men's soccer team's 1-0 victory over Loyola. (Photo by George Varkanis)
Men’s soccer tops Loyola in crucial Senior Day test
The men's soccer team huddles before the start of its game against Holy Cross on Oct. 12. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer splits games against American, Stony Brook
Senior midfielder Carter Houlihan readies for a header in the Leopards' Sept. 21 matchup against Navy. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer scratches late draw against Boston University
The men's soccer team prepares to defend an Army West Point corner in Saturday's win. (Photo courtesy of GoArmyWestPoint)
Men’s soccer secures first Patriot League win at Army
The men's basketball team earned a last-second win against Penn on Tuesday in its first home game of the season.
Men’s basketball falls at LaSalle, earns nail-biting 1st victory against Penn
Senior center Justin Vander Baan looks to finish through contact against Villanova. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses season opener to Villanova
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Senior guard Eric Sondberg shoots over a Bucknell defender earlier this year. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball ends regular season with fourth consecutive loss
Junior guard Luka Savicevic shoots over a Lehigh defender during the Leopards' loss. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops three games in a row
After exiting last week's Patriot League final with a knee injury, senior midfielder Lineke Spaans returned to action to record the Leopards' lone shot attempt. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls in 1st round of NCAA tournament
Sophomore midfielder Stella Malinowski's late fourth quarter goal pushed the field hockey team into overtime against American University on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey wins Patriot League championship
Senior midfielder Lineke Spaans was one of three Leopards to earn First Team All-Patriot League selections. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey finishes regular season with Colgate win, beats Bucknell en route to Patriot League final
Senior forward Alex Darrah scored her seventh goal of the season against Boston University on Oct. 25. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey puts up back-to-back shutout victories
Senior defender India Ralph prepares to inbound a penalty corner against Temple University on Sunday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey loses to Drexel, defeats #20 Temple
Freshmen Tyler and Aidan Mahaffey are looking to double up on the tennis team this year.
Double trouble
Senior Arman Ganchi went 2-4 in his matches over the weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis competes at Lehigh Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from a rough outing this weekend at the Lehigh Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated in dual matches against Monmouth, Rider
The women's tennis team opened its fall season at Bucknell this weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s tennis compete at Bucknell Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from an 8-15 record last season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis starts season at Bloomsburg Invitational
Sophomore outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to dig the ball. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins in 5 against Fordham, silenced twice by FDU
Freshman outside hitter Paige Chmura and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to contest a Virginia Tech player. (Photo courtesy of Virginia Tech Athletics)
Volleyball falls to Winthrop, wins against Virginia Tech at weekend tourney
Senior outside hitter Abby Nieporte and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to block a Syracuse player. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Athletics)
Volleyball begins season 3-1 at Salt City Classic Tournament
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
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
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
Op-ed: Moving forward
Op-ed: Write
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
Op-ed: Moving forward
Op-ed: Write
Op-ed: The best of us
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Editorial: A call for campus contribution
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and "got a sense of his soul."
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Don't worry, the Quaddlers can't count to 84,000.
New Bowd of Twustees talks goals, kitties
“I don’t get the sense that the men were ever afraid to show how smart they were in a classroom,” Thaddeus Robert Barron Pardee ‘33 said.
Men of first class look back 191 years after graduating
Do not come.
Lafayette College announces ‘Hibachi for Harris’
Defenestrate the frat men? Fine, we'll do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
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The Lafayette
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The Lafayette
All content by Claire Grunewald
Lafayette has reported no new cases since August 24. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

College confirms first positive case of COVID-19 at Lafayette

By Claire Grunewald
May 1, 2020
A screenshot of the preview screen of the now suspended Twitter account, @BdanJafarSaleem.

Alaska man pleads guilty to false bomb threats against Lafayette

By Claire Grunewald
April 22, 2020
The room and board credit is the only specific for of reimbursement the college is providing for this semester's disruption. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly '19)

Room and board credits for individual students to be announced April 10

By Claire Grunewald
April 9, 2020
The Democratic Primaries in several states have been postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Registered in Northampton County? Here’s how to vote in this year’s Democratic Primary

By Claire Grunewald
March 25, 2020
Photo courtesy of Lafayette Website

Remainder of spring semester moved online, commencement rescheduled for Aug. 1

By Claire Grunewald
March 25, 2020
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

By Claire Grunewald
March 13, 2020
Director of Special Collections and College Archives Thomas Lannon worked at the New York Public Library before coming to Lafayette. (Photo by Claire Grunewald '20)

Thomas Lannon joins college archives, special collections as Director: Hopes to increase connection between history, community, representation

By Claire Grunewald
February 14, 2020
Five students and one employee have tested positive this semester. (Photo courtesy of Pixabay)

Lafayette student with respiratory symptoms tested for Coronavirus

By Claire Grunewald
February 7, 2020
The college welcomes a new Educational Equity and Title IX Coordinator and a new Director of Student Involvement this spring. (Photo by Irwin Frimpong '21)

New Faces, Empty Spaces: Division of Campus Life experiences staffing changes

By Claire Grunewald
January 31, 2020
The college has successfully implemented several initiatives from phase one of the Climate Action Plan. (Photo by Elle Cox '21).

Lafayette joins Pennsylvania leaders encouraging clean energy policies: Phase one of Climate Action Plan partially achieved

By Claire Grunewald
December 6, 2019
Ivan Baquerizo '21 (left) was known for his talkative personality and positive attitude. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Gleckner '21).

Ivan Baquerizo ’21 remembered for energetic, talkative, compassionate spirit

By Claire Grunewald
November 22, 2019
The Karl Stirner Arts Trail and the City of Easton are close to finalizing land acquisition necessary for trail expansion. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

City to close negotiations on Easton Iron & Metal Co. site in December to begin Karl Stirner Arts Trail expansion

By Claire Grunewald
November 8, 2019
The next steps from the administration are unclear as the presidential transition in June approaches. (Photo by Hana Isihara '17)

Tuition increase lowest in past three years: Cost of attendance nears $74K

By Claire Grunewald
October 11, 2019
CNN reporter and Washington Post columnist Fareed Zakaria spoke in honor of the International Affairs Major's 60th Anniversary. (Photo by Brandon Marin '22)

Delving deeper into globalization, political trends, education: An interview with Fareed Zakaria

By Claire Grunewald
October 6, 2019
The new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion council was newly appointed by President Byerly to more adequately address related efforts around campus. (Photo by Elle Cox '21).

President Byerly appoints three-person council to oversee diversity, equity, inclusion efforts

By Claire Grunewald
September 27, 2019
Students can apply for grants up to $1,000 for special financial assistance. (Photo by Ian Morse '17)

Student Emergency Fund provides financial assistance in extraordinary circumstances

By Claire Grunewald
September 13, 2019
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

By Claire Grunewald
August 30, 2019
Zulaihat "Zuli" Yusif '19 will take on the new role of Sexual Violence Education and Support Fellow this year. (Photo courtesy of Zuli Yusif '19)

New fellow, policy suggestions aim to address sexual misconduct process concerns

By Claire Grunewald
August 30, 2019
Mister Lee's Noodles in the Easton Public Market has been named a Top 28 ramen restaurant by the Food Network. (Photo by Claire Grunewald '20)

Mister Lee’s Noodles named ’28 Best Ramen Restaurants’: attributes success to ‘fresh,’ ‘seasonal’ ingredients

By Claire Grunewald
December 7, 2018
517 Clinton Terrace, designed by William Michler in the 1900s, is to be moved under the new settlement between the college and the residents. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly '19)

With lawsuit settled between city and residents, college’s construction on McCartney to begin spring 2019

By Claire Grunewald
November 30, 2018

Student Government passes resolution on religious inclusivity; Students leading effort hope to ensure “meaningful” religious practice

By Claire Grunewald
November 16, 2018
Lafayette College presented its preliminary land development plan for the McCartney Dorm Project to the Easton Planning Commission. (Photo by Claire Grunewald '20)

Lafayette clears first hurdle with preliminary approval of reconfigured McCartney dorm plan

By Claire Grunewald
November 9, 2018
The most recent designs for the college's McCartney Dorm Project. (Photo courtesy of Roger Demareski)

Lafayette gets involved in expansion lawsuit between residents and Easton

By Claire Grunewald
November 2, 2018
Meant to help ease access to resources for handling concerning behavior of peers, crimes and other incidents around campus, One Pard has already been utilized by some community members. (Photo by Deanna Hanchuk '22)

One Pard form provides catch-all reporting system

By Claire Grunewald
October 5, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox '21.

Two rapes reported in two days, investigations ongoing

By Claire Grunewald
September 28, 2018
Arthur Conway '68 remains an important part of the Lafayette community through his legacy of giving. (Photo courtesy of Kathleen Conway)

Arthur Conway ’68 leaves behind a spirit of generosity

By Claire Grunewald
September 21, 2018
Over 27,000 donors contributed to the capital campaign exceeding its $400 million goal. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Capital Campaign exceeds $400 million: Focus aimed at maintaining momentum

By Claire Grunewald
September 14, 2018
Donna and Jim Krivoski retired after 28 and 33 years at Lafayette respectively. Photo Courtesy of Jim Krivoski

The Krivoskis leave a lasting impact: Donna and Jim reflect on their three decades at the college

By Claire Grunewald
September 7, 2018

The Mill Series shifts from conservative initiative to student-run focus on all views

By Claire Grunewald
September 7, 2018
A screenshot of the preview screen of the susupended Twitter account @BdanJafarSaleem

College receives backlash over communication, reviews its systems after May 5 bomb threat

By Claire Grunewald
August 31, 2018
Courtesy of the President's office.

City council to vote on ordinances changes next week, new land development plan to follow

By Claire Grunewald
May 5, 2018
Kenzie Corbin is the Pepper Prize recipient for the Class of 2018. The Pepper Prize is awarded annually to the senior “who most nearly represents the Lafayette ideal.” (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Kenzie Corbin ’18 wins Pepper Prize, says serving the mental health community is “why [she’s] here on this Earth”

By Claire Grunewald
May 4, 2018
Construction for the Rockwell Integrated Science Center will continue throughout the summer. Photo by Elle Cox '21

College prepares for summer projects: ISC construction, pedestrian safety projects, Hogg Courtyard renovation

By Claire Grunewald
April 27, 2018
Upper Dining Hall in Farinon.

Questions surround college meal plan requirements: College calls dining “integral” to residential experience

By Claire Grunewald
April 20, 2018

Easton PD seeks information from community: Man allegedly tried to lure girl into car

By Claire Grunewald
April 20, 2018

Fired physics professor’s appeal of 2014 case struck down: court rules he retaliated against alleged harassment victims

By Claire Grunewald
April 20, 2018
The Easton City Council Meeting discussed the widely debated zoning ordinance changes for Lafayette's expansion project. Photo by Claire Grunewald '20

Zoning ordinance changes remain tabled: Vote expected for mid-May

By Claire Grunewald
April 13, 2018
A debate on Nationalism vs. Globalism‚ featuring Vicente Fox, President of Mexico from 2000-2006, and Nigel Farage, former leader of the UK Independence Party and chief architect of Brexit at Colton Chapel on Friday. Michael Kubel / Zovko Photographic. Photo courtesy of Lafayette Division of Communications

Transparency and accountability: campus group checks facts of Farage and Fox during debate

By Claire Grunewald
April 8, 2018
Student groups and faculty members are organizing counter-events in protest of tonight's debate between Nigel Farage and Vicente Fox (Photos courtesy of Wikipedia and Michael Vadon).

As Farage Fox debate nears, controversy remains: campus responds with alternative events, discussion

By Claire Grunewald
April 6, 2018
Public safety cars outside Hugel Science Center. (Lauren Fox '19)

Total number of rape reports this year reaches seven after six reported in one month

By Claire Grunewald
April 6, 2018
The "X" is located on the 1B Parcel that the college is willing to concede if the city votes to pass the ordinance changes. Photo courtesy of President's office

Vote on Cattell and McCartney buildings postponed two weeks: College, city and community continue to discuss concerns

By Claire Grunewald
March 30, 2018
The college recently proposed to reevaluate part of their dorm project in response to continued pushback from the neighborhood. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

College aims to compromise with concerned Easton residents, proposes reevaluation of dorm project

By Claire Grunewald
March 23, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox '21.

Lafayette’s lockdown protocol: what should students do if an active shooter is on campus?

By Claire Grunewald
March 9, 2018
Liam O’Donnell left campus on Wednesday, February 28, creating the second vacancy in the Office of Intercultural Development. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Liam O’Donnell leaves Lafayette having worked toward making it a place “where students of all kinds could grow and thrive”

By Claire Grunewald
March 2, 2018
Riley Temple ‘71 discussed the works of playwright August Wilson through a theological framework. Photo by Elle Cox '21

Riley Temple ’71 uses theology framework to analyze work of African-American playwright

By Claire Grunewald
February 23, 2018
College initiates Campus Climate Study; focus groups concluded

College initiates Campus Climate Study; focus groups concluded

By Claire Grunewald
February 9, 2018
25 students gathered to call Lancaster residents in an effort to create support for DACA. Photo by Bridget Downey '19.

Lafayette students push for DACA protections with phone bank

By Claire Grunewald
February 9, 2018
Photo by Adriana Barazotti '21

Sexual assaults and rape reported: total number reaches 6 for school year

By Claire Grunewald
February 2, 2018
Amanda Miner '18 studying abroad in Costa Rica fall 2016. Courtesy of Noureen Abdelrahman '18.

Drunk driver sentenced for manslaughter of Amanda Miner

By Claire Grunewald
February 2, 2018
The members of the Dog House with the new dogs, Moby and Stuart. (Photo courtesy of Sydney Crowe '19.)

Double Dog Dare: Lafayette welcomes second class of dogs in training

By Claire Grunewald
January 26, 2018
The proposed design for the renovated black box theater in Williams Center for the Arts. (Photo Courtesy of Michiko Okaya)

“Why have a collection if you can’t use it?”: Original paintings, photographs to be taken out of storage, put on display

By Claire Grunewald
December 8, 2017
The College Writing Program is currently assessing the writing requirement and its effectiveness. (Photo by Adrianna Barazotti '21)

Assessing curriculum and writing outcomes through reaccreditation

By Claire Grunewald
December 8, 2017
(Photo by Kathryn Kelly '19)

Bad vibrations: Integrated Sciences Center construction disrupts classes

By Claire Grunewald
December 1, 2017
The proposed design for the expansion of the Société d’Honneur Plaza behind Pardee Hall. (Photo Courtesy of Roger Demareski)

College reroutes and expands sidewalk to honor more donors

By Claire Grunewald
November 17, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration.

GOP proposed endowment tax may de-incentivize donors, hurt Lafayette’s annual fund

By Claire Grunewald
November 17, 2017
Professor Seo-Hyun Park discussed the current security challenges in East Asia.(Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Jones Lecture discusses value of history in modern East Asia

By Claire Grunewald
November 10, 2017
Student government proposes structural changes, aims to boost participation

Student government proposes structural changes, aims to boost participation

By Claire Grunewald
November 3, 2017
College postpones expansion appeal to City Council

College postpones expansion appeal to City Council

By Claire Grunewald
November 3, 2017
Courtesy of the President's office.

Lafayette appeals denial of McCartney Street plans, will go before city council

By Claire Grunewald
October 20, 2017
The Climate Action Plan 2.0 outlines projects to be completed for Lafayette to obtain carbon neutrality by 2035. (Lauren Fox '19)

Confusion surrounds student athlete Good Samaritan policy: college says same for all students

By Claire Grunewald
October 6, 2017
Kirkpatrick loved exploring the outdoors. (Photo courtesy of Helen Kirkpatrick).

Community vigil remembers the life of Joe Kirkpatrick ’19

By Claire Grunewald
September 22, 2017
Satellite image of Hurricane Irma. (Photo Courtesy of NASA Goddard Photo and Video)

A long way from home: Lafayette students’ families face effects of hurricanes

By Claire Grunewald
September 15, 2017
A galaxy cluster. (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons).

Researching for the stars: $120,000 NSF grant to study dark matter

By Claire Grunewald
September 15, 2017
Walkway in front of Skillman Library. (Photo by Lauren Fox).

DACA in danger: future of undocumented students uncertain

By Claire Grunewald
September 8, 2017
Community rallies behind defensive back Kaizer Butler

Community rallies behind defensive back Kaizer Butler

By Claire Grunewald
September 8, 2017
(Photo courtesy of Saeed Malami '20)

Construction commences for college expansion project

By Claire Grunewald
September 1, 2017

College blasts its way into period of construction

By Claire Grunewald
May 5, 2017
(Photo by Lauren Fox '19)

Sexual assault survivors tell their stories at open mic

By Claire Grunewald
April 28, 2017
Sexual Assault survey results note areas for improvement

Sexual Assault survey results note areas for improvement

By Claire Grunewald
April 28, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration.

‘List of concerns’ results in board for marginalized students

By Claire Grunewald
April 21, 2017
The Climate Action Plan 2.0 outlines projects to be completed for Lafayette to obtain carbon neutrality by 2035. (Lauren Fox '19)

Students propose college host refugee families

By Claire Grunewald
April 14, 2017
Steel bridge team build their way to nationals

Steel bridge team build their way to nationals

By Claire Grunewald
April 14, 2017
A design for Lafayette's planned development on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of the president's office.)

College’s plans met with resistance from Easton commission

By Claire Grunewald
April 7, 2017
Location of the parking lot by the forthcoming Bushkill Campus. (Google Maps)

College to cut 60 off-campus parking permits

By Claire Grunewald
April 7, 2017
The student government office in Farinon. (Photo by Ben Fuller '21)

Students raise concerns about inclusive dialogue committee

By Claire Grunewald
March 31, 2017
Corner of Bushkill Dr. and College Ave. Photo by Kathryn Kelly '19.

Student hit by truck near arts campus: College plans to make walk downtown safer

By Claire Grunewald
March 24, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration (Hana Isihara '17).

Sexual assault policy changes

By Claire Grunewald
March 10, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration (Hana Isihara '17).

College reaffirms support of LBGTQ community

By Claire Grunewald
March 3, 2017
Chris Hunt, new Dean of Equity and Inclusion. (Courtesy of Chris Hunt)

Dean of equity and inclusion hired

By Claire Grunewald
February 17, 2017
Panel discussion at the first of the Mill series debates. (Photo by Claire Grunewald '20).

Discussion series aims to confront liberal-conservative divide

By Claire Grunewald
February 17, 2017
Courtesy of the President's Office

College to break ground on new science center in May

By Claire Grunewald
January 27, 2017
Dr. Mae Jemison and a boy dressed as an astronaut in Colton Chapel (Claire Grunewald '20)

Mae Jemison, first black woman to go into space, lectures on interstellar exploration

By Claire Grunewald
November 20, 2016
#NotMyPresidentLafayette posters outside of South College residence hall. (Claire Grunewald '20)

Posters spread throughout campus to protest Donald Trump’s presidency

By Claire Grunewald
November 11, 2016

Class polls Lafayette for election: 72 percent for Clinton in voluntary survey

By Claire Grunewald
November 11, 2016

Campus loses power for almost 17 hours

By Claire Grunewald
November 4, 2016
Students behind Lafayette's broadcast with PBS39 (courtesy of the Lafayette Election Broadcast)

Lafayette hosts its second PBS39 election night broadcast, up to six million viewers possible

By Claire Grunewald
November 4, 2016
Don't stop retrieving: Dog House LLC receives puppies in training

Don’t stop retrieving: Dog House LLC receives puppies in training

By Claire Grunewald
October 21, 2016

512 High Street to be demolished

By Claire Grunewald
October 7, 2016
(Courtesy of Twin Maple Farms)

‘It’s fresh food. It’s local food’: Twin Maple Farms delivers fresh potatoes to dining halls

By Claire Grunewald
September 16, 2016
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