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About 200 students attended Tuesdays event on the Quad.
Water balloon fight soaks Quad
The three incidents took place in Ruef Hall, Marquis Hall and Watson Hall.
Students share recent experiences with burglary, harassment
The owner of the Easton branch of Your CBD Store considers cannabis education one of his primary goals.
How are THC products sold legally in Pennsylvania?
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
Taiba Sultana has served on Eastons city council since 2022. (Photo courtesy of LehighValleyNews)
Petition calls for city councilwoman Taiba Sultana to resign
The visit to the conference comes after Sigma Tau Delta was established on campus in October. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
English students present work at national conference
The government and law major has a storied history at the college.
Why government and law, not political science?
Chip Bergh 79 and Ilan Peleg have been friends for decades. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Ilan Peleg Award established, awarded to 2 professors
The shuttle is often the primary mode of transportation for students taking art, film & media studies or theater classes on the arts campus.
Arts campus shuttle service frustrates students
Mark Sapara comes to Lafayette after a two-year tenure at Oberlin College. (Photo courtesy of Mark Sapara)
Mark Sapara named student life’s first associate vice president
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
Student Government sees Mission and Values presentation, Pard Pantry update at April 11 meeting
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
Former Reps. Virginia Sacotingo 25 and Dashawn Sheffield 27 both did DEI work in Student Government. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Unsuccessful inclusivity officer candidate, second representative, resign from Student Government
Student Governments March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations
Student Government’s March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations
The Pard Pantry was first opened in 2019.
Pard Pantry to open on weekly basis
The Aaron O. Hoff Awards were established in 1991. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Hoff Awards changes reversed after faculty condemnation
Shieber taught 20 courses during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette mourns death of philosophy professor Joseph Shieber
Much of Laura McGranes time at Haverford College was spent strengthening the arts and sciences. (Photo courtesy of Laura McGrane)
Laura McGrane named next provost
The faculty voted 92-26 in favor of the new mission statement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Residence Life)
Faculty approves revised mission and values statement
Chip Bergh 79 and Ilan Peleg have been friends for decades. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Ilan Peleg Award established, awarded to 2 professors
The owner of the Easton branch of Your CBD Store considers cannabis education one of his primary goals.
How are THC products sold legally in Pennsylvania?
Taiba Sultana has served on Eastons city council since 2022. (Photo courtesy of LehighValleyNews)
Petition calls for city councilwoman Taiba Sultana to resign
No damage was reported in Easton. (Photo courtesy of the United States Geological Survey)
Earthquake rattles Lafayette
The Lehigh Valley Railroad currently sits abandoned on the Delaware River, located half a mile away from Downtown Easton.
Lehigh Valley explores possible passenger rail routes
Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican former President Donald J. Trump have already vanquished their primary rivals, setting the stage for a 2020 election rematch. (Graphic by Trebor Maitin 24 for The Lafayette)
Easton election guide: 2024 primary election
The three incidents took place in Ruef Hall, Marquis Hall and Watson Hall.
Students share recent experiences with burglary, harassment
The car accident occurred on Sunday evening. (Photo courtesy of Alex Foster 24)
Cattell Street DUI results in arrest, damage to student vehicle
According to a college spokesman, Public Safety responded to the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on three occasions. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Man arrested outside Kappa Kappa Gamma house
All police officers in Pennsylvania are required to undergo deescalation training.
How Public Safety aims to deescalate situations
Tamir Freeman is a 23-year-old male said to have last resided on the 200 block of Northampton Street in Easton. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
Manhunt in progress for Easton shooting suspect
About 200 students attended Tuesdays event on the Quad.
Water balloon fight soaks Quad
The Aaron O. Hoff Awards were established in 1991. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Hoff Awards changes reversed after faculty condemnation
Much of Laura McGranes time at Haverford College was spent strengthening the arts and sciences. (Photo courtesy of Laura McGrane)
Laura McGrane named next provost
The applications reported for the class of 2028 mark a slight increase from last years class.
Lafayette College receives second-highest number of applicants ever
The faculty voted 92-26 in favor of the new mission statement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Residence Life)
Faculty approves revised mission and values statement
DRAFT Sam Review
There were two finalists and two semi-finalists representing Lafayette at the Allentown Film Festival. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Gaglione 25)
Student filmmakers recognized at Allentown Film Festival
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
These novels are a great way to start your journey into reading the classics. (Photos courtesy of Amazon.com)
Book Review: Starting with the classics
Civil War follows a team of political and military journalists in dystopian America. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Civil War’ a nail-biting masterpiece
The Beaver People includes two saxophonists, a guitarist and a keyboardist.
Meet The Beaver People
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
DRAFT Sam Review
These novels are a great way to start your journey into reading the classics. (Photos courtesy of Amazon.com)
Book Review: Starting with the classics
Civil War follows a team of political and military journalists in dystopian America. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Civil War’ a nail-biting masterpiece
“Cabaret” will run Friday and Saturday in the Williams Center for the Arts.
Performance Review: Marquis Players’ ‘Cabaret’ a show-stopping production
Masters of the Air is visually excellent but poorly paced. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Masters of the Air’ has compelling action, rough pacing
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
Josies New York Deli was remodeled last year.
Small Business Spotlight: Josie’s New York Deli brings big city charm to Easton
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
Yarn Club meets every Friday in Keefe Commons. (Photo courtesy of Danielle Lindsley 25)
Yarn Club: Not just for grannies
Cheese Club features a Cheese of the Day on its Instagram account every Monday and Wednesday. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Cheese club? You better brie-lieve it!
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
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
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
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 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
Mens lacrosse pulled out a last-minute win against Boston University last Saturday. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Peter Lehman’s buzzer beater makes men’s lacrosse history
The Knecht Cup was the crew teams first regatta of the spring season. (Photo courtesy of Ellie Walsh 25)
Crew has strong showing at shortened Knecht Cup
Junior attacker Sara Rogers evades a Loyola Maryland defender on April 6. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse loses close contests against Colgate, Bucknell
Junior catcher Maggie Klug crouches behind the plate against Army. (Photo courtesy of Army Athletics)
Softball grabs first Patriot League win, drops series to Army
Three quarterbacks are poised to be taken early on in the 2024 NFL Draft. (Photo courtesy of TheFalcoholic.com)
Sidelines: NFL Draft preview
Four Leopards have declared for the 2024 NFL draft. (Photos courtesy of GoLeopards)
Leopards declare for the NFL Draft
Football head coach John Troxell has been a part of the Lafayette community for almost 35 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Magazine)
John Troxell: Standout coach, standout student, standout Leopard
The new class of players includes two from the Lehigh Valley. (Photo by Jay Bendlin for GoLeopards)
Leopards football welcomes 27 players on National Signing Day
Donavon Nathaniel comes to Lafayette by way of University of Wisconsin-Platteville with stops at Georgia State and Kansas. (Photo courtesy of University of Wisconsin-Platteville)
Football coaching staff reloads with hire of Donavon Nathaniel
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
The mens and womens soccer teams will each welcome eight new recruits in the fall. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Soccer programs bring on 16 recruits
Freshman forward Roy Biegon evades two Army defenders on Sept. 27. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Freshman Roy Biegon on the transition from Kenya to College Hill
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 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
Senior forward Kyle Jenkins shoots during the game against Colgate in which he notched his 1000th career point. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball defeats American, drops close game to Colgate
Freshman Mark Butler handles the ball against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball falls in double OT to Lehigh, drops Loyola matchup
Junior forward Chris Rubayo locks down an Army defender during the Leopards close win over the Black Knights. (Photo courtesy of Army Athletics)
Men’s basketball ends losing streak with wins against Army, Holy Cross
Amanda Golini 17 celebrates with the U.S. National Field Hockey team after clinching an Olympic berth. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College on Linkedin)
Amanda Golini ‘17 qualifies for Paris Olympics with U.S. Field Hockey
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 Leopards celebrate after sophomore Sam Gelber walks off against Colgate in a historic win.
Men’s tennis upsets Colgate for first time in 17 years
Freshman Hanna Ganchi returns a volley. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Tennis shines in out of conference competition against Wagner, men fall to Navy
Sophomore Carmen Merkel rockets a forehand during the Leopards win over Fairfield University. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Tennis teams serve up success in Florida, split home matches
Junior Arman Ganchi returns a backhand during the match against Le Moyne College.
Women’s tennis picks up win against Le Moyne, men struggle
Sophomore Paras Briegel hits a backhand. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Tennis goes undefeated in weekend matches
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
On the Spot: What is your go-to book recommendation?
On the Spot: What is your go-to book recommendation?
Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr; logo courtesy of Student Government
Op-ed: The problem with the Pepper Prize
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Op-ed: Do better, Lafayette
Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr; logo courtesy of Student Government
Op-ed: The problem with the Pepper Prize
Op-ed: Do better, Lafayette
Op-ed: It’s time for a change
Op-ed: A reflection of public art on campus
Op-ed: A new vision for Lafayette Communications
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Letter to the editor: Restoring Lafayettes liberal arts vision
Letter to the editor: Restoring Lafayette’s liberal arts vision
Letter to the editor: Building ethical guidelines for The Lafayette
Letter to the editor: Building ethical guidelines for The Lafayette
Letter to the editor: Henry Kissingers legacy
Letter to the editor: Henry Kissinger’s legacy
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and got a sense of his soul.
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Dont worry, the Quaddlers cant 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, well do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
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The Lafayette
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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 semesters 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 Majors 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 Lees 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 colleges 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 Presidents 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 Lafayettes 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 tonights 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 Presidents 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 Presidents 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 Lafayettes planned development on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of the presidents 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 Presidents 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 Lafayettes 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
Dont 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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