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Mary Roth '83 traveled abroad with sophomores on the "Lafayette Engineering in Bonn" program for the first time in 2022 in Germany. (Photo courtesy of Mary Roth '83)
Long-time scholars, lifelong Leopards
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders criticized the current administration and called for Democrats to unify at his Saturday speech at Lehigh University.
Bernie Sanders calls for attendees to mobilize at rally in Lehigh Valley
Student Government reviews more club approvals at May 1 meeting
Student Government reviews more club approvals at May 1 meeting
Fulbright and Goldwater scholarships are primarily funded by the federal government. (Graphic by Isabella Gaglione '25)
Students win Goldwater, Fulbright scholarships
If the Kappa Delta Rho interest group were to complete the recognition process, it would be Lafayette College's seventh fraternity.
Fraternity continues attempt to revive campus chapter
Provost Laura McGrane joined Lafayette College in 2024.
Associate provosts to replace academic dean structure
The first endowed professorship, centering interdisciplinary scholarship and research, was announced earlier this semester.
2nd strategic plan endowed professorship announced
The new endowed professorship was influenced by the strategic plan that the Lafayette College Board of Trustees approved in December.
New interdisciplinary professorship to emphasize power of ‘and’
The college formed an artificial intelligence faculty committee in 2024.
How professors use AI in the classroom
The Trump administration ordered some federal funding to be paused during its first weeks in office. (Photo courtesy of the National Park Service)
Lafayette campus uncertain over federal funding turmoil
Student Government reviews more club approvals at May 1 meeting
Student Government reviews more club approvals at May 1 meeting
Student Government reviews club approvals at April 24 meeting
Student Government reviews club approvals at April 24 meeting
The new cycle aims to reduce the confusion that often occurred during the transitional weeks between budgets.
Student Government streamlines budget cycle
Student Government modifies budgets during April 17 meeting
Student Government modifies budgets during April 17 meeting
Student Government approves chair purchase at April 10 meeting
Student Government approves chair purchase at April 10 meeting
Mary Roth '83 traveled abroad with sophomores on the "Lafayette Engineering in Bonn" program for the first time in 2022 in Germany. (Photo courtesy of Mary Roth '83)
Long-time scholars, lifelong Leopards
Students, faculty and staff attended Alana Klass' retirement celebration on Tuesday.
Gateway career counselor retires
Provost Laura McGrane joined Lafayette College in 2024.
Associate provosts to replace academic dean structure
Faculty members Nandini Sikand, Jeremy Zallen, Mikael Awake and Drew Swedberg began initial conversations on organizing an AAUP chapter over the summer.
‘No one’s going to save us except ourselves’
Many of Lafayette College's peer institutions have blanket statements against faculty-student relationships.
Faculty vote to forbid intimate student-faculty relationships
The Lehigh Valley saw hazardous air quality during the summer of 2023. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
National air quality report gives Lehigh Valley poor grade
Per Easton's charter, an ordinance goes into effect 30 days after it is approved in a vote, meaning the permit program could begin in June at the earliest.
Easton City Council calls for neighborhood permit parking program 
For Lafayette College students, voting can be done in-person on May 20 at Kirby Sports Center between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Easton election guide: 2025 primary election
President Donald Trump frequently touted the idea of strong foreign tariffs throughout his 2024 presidential campaign. (Photo courtesy of Reuters)
Eastonians express uncertainty with Trump tariffs
Chi Phi was one of four fraternities on campus charged with health code violations in 2025 thus far.
How much do health code violations matter?
Peter Milius' guilty plea comes almost one year after the initial charges were brought forth.
Milius pleads guilty on all charges
Students concerned about phishing scams should reach out to the IT department's help desk.
Phishing scams 101
Peter Milius appeared at the Northampton County Courthouse in Easton on Tuesday.
Trial date set in Milius case
The house where the explosion occurred is near the 700 block of West Milton Street, according to the Easton Police Department.
1 dead after Easton apartment explosion, cause unclear
The building that MindLeaf CBD previously occupied now sits vacant. A sign that reads "Office for Lease" is visible from the street.
College Hill hemp store forced to close
Mary Roth '83 traveled abroad with sophomores on the "Lafayette Engineering in Bonn" program for the first time in 2022 in Germany. (Photo courtesy of Mary Roth '83)
Long-time scholars, lifelong Leopards
Fulbright and Goldwater scholarships are primarily funded by the federal government. (Graphic by Isabella Gaglione '25)
Students win Goldwater, Fulbright scholarships
Students, faculty and staff attended Alana Klass' retirement celebration on Tuesday.
Gateway career counselor retires
Provost Laura McGrane joined Lafayette College in 2024.
Associate provosts to replace academic dean structure
After graduation, Tyler Roberts '25 will head to his home state of California for medical school at the UC Irvine School of Medicine.
Pepper Prize winner Tyler Roberts ’25 combines academic, athletic prowess
The Easton Municipal Band has members of many ages, from high schoolers to senior citizens.
Easton Municipal Band brings the beat
Zach Whitney '21 was a senior interviewer during his time as a student. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Knowing the ropes
The grey squirrel is the most common squirrel in Pennsylvania.
Lafayette squirrel fan account reveals identity, readies to pass torch
Food Review: A tour of local bagels
Food Review: A tour of local bagels
Mexico Lindo opened in April, 16 years after its first location in Bethlehem began operations.
Restaurant Review: Mexico Lindo brings Latin cuisine to College Hill
The members of "geek" write their own songs and have an EP of four originals releasing soon.
‘geek’ gets nerdy about music
The cover art of Damoi Morgan's '25 album was made by Jolie Saint Vil '27. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 performs debut album
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’
Food Review: A tour of local bagels
Food Review: A tour of local bagels
Mexico Lindo opened in April, 16 years after its first location in Bethlehem began operations.
Restaurant Review: Mexico Lindo brings Latin cuisine to College Hill
What screams romantic confliction more than standing on top of the mountain as the wind blows in your face? (Photo courtesy of IMDB)
Movie Review: 2005 ‘Pride and Prejudice’ gets yearning right
Sidney Lumet's 1957 film "12 Angry Men" received Academy Award nominations for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Screenplay. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: 10 movies you should watch before leaving college
"Slow Days, Fast Company: The World, the Flesh, and L.A." by Eve Babitz is a tribute to the many sides of southern California. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Selma’s Shelf: Some summer memoir suggestions
Metropolitan Ink & Beauty Bar is located at 28 N 3rd St. in Easton and is open Tuesday through Saturday.
Small Business Spotlight: Metropolitan Ink & Beauty Bar blends self-care with family
Tonic is located in downtown Easton and is open from noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.
Tonic shakes up Easton drinking scene
Salvage Goods II Gilded is just down the block from Salvage Goods on S. 3rd Street in Easton.
Vintage eatery joins downtown Easton
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
The "Cultural Exchange" event took place in the Grossman House library.
‘Cultural Exchange’ fosters connection over chords, cuisine
Theater Underground was reintroduced to campus last spring. (Photo courtesy of Adam Fox '27)
Making it up as they go
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
Between the late 1890s and the late 1930s, Lafayette College sent many students to Persia for educational and missionary efforts. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
Lafayette in Iran
The "Lafayette Miner" was born out of Lafayette College's now defunct mining engineering major. (Photo courtesy of Special Collections and College Archives)
Drilling into history of mining, metallurgy engineering
The stained glass panels in the lobby of Pardee Hall — created by a Belgian artist — feature images inspired by various medieval motifs.
A gift from Belgium
Rich and Gerry Jaffé's wedding party was filled with friends from Lafayette College.
A relic of love outside of South
Former college President Ethelbert Dudley Warfield was the first president in the college's history to face the possibility of a successful vote of no confidence. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The college’s first ‘almost’ vote of no confidence
Isabel Sorrells '23 changed her major as a junior from Government & Law and psychology to pursue art at Lafayette College. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Sorrells '23)
Alum Spotlight: Isabel Sorrells ’23 makes empowering art that blossoms
Kristine Zeigler '96 studied art and French at Lafayette College. (Photo by Robin Osgood)
Alum Spotlight: Planet Women co-founder changes conservation culture
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
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
The men's lacrosse team competed in its first-ever Patriot League semifinals on May 2. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse falters against Boston University
Senior Nava Chevan broke her own school record in the 800-meter on day one of the Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Track takes on Patriot League Championships
The softball team won its most conference games since 2017 this season. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)
Softball swept in season finale against Boston University
The baseball team honored nine graduating seniors ahead of its three-game homestand against Bucknell University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Baseball goes 1-2 against Bucknell
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
Senior Saiku White will try out for the Denver Broncos at the team's rookie minicamp from May 8-11. (Photo by Hana Ishihara for GoLeopards)
Senior defensive back to compete for NFL roster spot
The College of William & Mary finished its 2024 football season with a 7-5 record. (Photo courtesy of W&M Athletics)
William & Mary set to join Patriot League football
Incoming freshman defensive back Christian Watson came up with an interception in the football team's spring showcase on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football team shows promise at spring showcase
Name, image and likeness deals in recent years have upended the financial operations of college football. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Transfer portal shakes up football roster
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
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
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
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
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
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 field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
Senior midfielder Michaela Salvati reacts to a Colgate shot on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Colgate Athletics)
Women’s soccer loses Patriot League matchup against Colgate
Sophomore goalkeeper Catherine Apker tallied seven saves as part of women's soccer's 3-0 victory against American last Saturday. (Photo by Nathan Feder for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer dismantles American
Senior midfielder Ani Khachadourian fights for the ball against a Loyola University Maryland player. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer ties against Loyola, loses to Princeton
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against American University on Feb. 12. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Sophomore standout steps into basketball spotlight
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
Sophomore USC guard JuJu Watkins is the favorite to win the Naismith Player of the Year award. (Photo courtesy of ESPN)
Sidelines: It’s time to watch the women ball
Freshman guard Alex Chaikin put up a career-high 27 points against Army on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball wins 150th series Rivalry Game, gets revenge against Army
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against American University on Feb. 12. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Sophomore standout steps into basketball spotlight
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball wins final 2 games, earns home play-in game
The Leopards will look to retain home-court advantage for their first postseason matchup in their final two games. (Photo courtesy of Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball drops matches to Holy Cross, Army
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
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
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
The men's lacrosse team will take on Boston University Friday night in the Patriot League semifinal. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse wins 1st Patriot League tournament game in team history
The women's lacrosse team almost pulled off a fourth-quarter comeback against Lehigh in its final game on Wednesday.
Women’s lacrosse ends season with losses to #22 Navy, late nail-biter against Lehigh
The Leopards will face a win-and-in contest to secure a playoff berth on Friday night against Lehigh University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse comes up short against Virginia
Junior goalie Joe Doherty recorded 11 saves against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse upsets #15 Boston University
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
The men's lacrosse team competed in its first-ever Patriot League semifinals on May 2. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse falters against Boston University
The men's lacrosse team will take on Boston University Friday night in the Patriot League semifinal. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse wins 1st Patriot League tournament game in team history
The Leopards will face a win-and-in contest to secure a playoff berth on Friday night against Lehigh University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse comes up short against Virginia
Junior goalie Joe Doherty recorded 11 saves against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse upsets #15 Boston University
The field hockey team captured its second Patriot League title in 2024. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Lafayette athletics 2024-25 in review
The women's lacrosse team almost pulled off a fourth-quarter comeback against Lehigh in its final game on Wednesday.
Women’s lacrosse ends season with losses to #22 Navy, late nail-biter against Lehigh
Senior attacker Haleigh Albrecht scored a hat trick during Saturday's contest against Colgate University. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse splits pair of 1-point games
The women's lacrosse team currently stands in eighth place out of 10 Patriot League teams. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse falls to nationally-ranked Loyola Maryland
Senior attacker Haleigh Albrecht put up two shots in Saturday's contest against Army. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse stifled by Army
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Op-ed: I am, but I can’t be
On the Spot: What was your favorite moment of the semester?
Letter to the editor: A look back at Lafayette protests
Letter to the editor: A look back at Lafayette protests
Op-ed: Academic freedom in times of crisis
Op-ed: Academic freedom in times of crisis
Op-ed: I am, but I can’t be
Op-ed: Academic freedom in times of crisis
Op-ed: Academic freedom in times of crisis
Op-ed: Welcome to the ‘Intelligence Explosion’
Op-ed: Live life sustainably
Op-ed: Halftime: A moment for inspiration
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: A look back at Lafayette protests
Letter to the editor: A look back at Lafayette protests
Letter to the editor: A different perspective on the 'Intelligence Explosion'
Letter to the editor: A different perspective on the ‘Intelligence Explosion’
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
On the Spot: What was your favorite moment of the semester?
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Second time's the charm
On the Spot: Second time’s the charm
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
Poor Saylor just can't control herself. Poor girl. (Graphic by Stubert Jehosephat Romano for the Scoffayette)
President’s dogs use college property as personal toilet, Hurd enables
Baby bye bye bye (bye bye!) (Graphic by Cocaine Bear for the Scoffayette)
Pardee falls into sinkhole, investigation underway
The Morning Call plans to avoid the noun ban, replacing any mention of Trump with the word "hubbahubba." (Graphic by slobweekenjoyer for The Scoffayette)
Trump bans nouns, nation struggles to identify who, what, where
This article has nothing do with Jalen Hurts, just a reminder that he is a Super Bowl MVP. (Graphic by Crangis McBasketball for The Scoffayette)
Baseball team signs Big Justice, The Rizzler
Hole's next song is "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" by U2. (Graphic by slobweekenjoyer for the Scoffayette)
Student Artist Spotlight: That guy in your dorm with a guitar
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Junior Gianna Rauchut works with the college women's club ice hockey team and the Lehigh Valley Phantoms to pursue her sport of passion. (Photo courtesy of Gianna Rauchut '26)

From the ice to the booth

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
May 9, 2025
Senior Saiku White will try out for the Denver Broncos at the team's rookie minicamp from May 8-11. (Photo by Hana Ishihara for GoLeopards)

Senior defensive back to compete for NFL roster spot

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
May 2, 2025
Incoming freshman defensive back Christian Watson came up with an interception in the football team's spring showcase on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Football team shows promise at spring showcase

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
May 2, 2025
Freshman infielder Alex Barrist recorded two hits and a run in the baseball team's game against Wagner College on Tuesday.

Baseball swept by Army, wins thriller against Wagner

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 25, 2025
Freshman Travis Robertson earned Patriot League Men's Golfer of the Week with his t-3rd performance at the Roar-EE Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Grace Sanborn '25)

Golf takes on Roar-EE Invitational, Presidents Cup

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 25, 2025
The women's tennis team fell in both of its home matches last weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Tennis teams lose several key matches

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 25, 2025
The baseball team celebrates during its blowout win against Lehigh University on Wednesday afternoon.

Baseball drops 2 of 3 against Navy, dismantles Lehigh

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 18, 2025
Lacrosse brothers junior Jack and sophomore Billy Irish cite their father, Ryan Irish, as their inspiration for getting into lacrosse. (Photo courtesy of Billy Irish)

Luck of the Irish brothers

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 18, 2025
The golf team's Maroon squad shot one-over-par on Monday despite the rainy weather. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Golf manages a middle finish at Abarta Coca-Cola Invitational

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 11, 2025
The men's club rugby team took home second place in their tournament at DeSales University this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of @lafayetterugby on Instagram)

Men’s and women’s rugby ‘try’ for victory

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 4, 2025
Outfielder Juan Soto signed a historic 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets this offseason. (Photo courtesy of FOX Sports)

Sidelines: MLB Season Preview

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
April 4, 2025
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.

Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
March 14, 2025
Sophomore Ida Moczerniuk won the gold medal in the 60-meter dash at the Patriot League Indoor Championships. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Track athletes medal, break school records at indoor championships

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
March 7, 2025
The softball team collected 11 hits against Clemson University last Friday. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Softball goes 0-4 at Tiger Invitational, remains winless

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
March 7, 2025
After getting swept in a series against Western Kentucky University last weekend, the Leopards remain winless at 0-7. (Photo courtesy of WKU Athletics)

Baseball loses series to Western Kentucky, remains winless

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
February 28, 2025
The baseball team is coming off a 14-35 season in which it finished last in the Patriot League. (Photo courtesy Southern Mississippi Athletics)

Baseball winless in series against Southern Mississippi

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
February 21, 2025
Junior goalkeeper Joe Doherty saved 15 shots in the men's lacrosse team's loss against Drexel University on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Drexel University Athletics)

Late rally from Drexel hands first loss to men’s lacrosse

By Jack Paradis and Dan Sullivan
February 21, 2025
Sophomore midfielder Jack Massotto notched two assists in the win against Binghamton on Monday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Men’s lacrosse commands 4th quarter to defeat Binghamton

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
February 14, 2025
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts earned Super Bowl MVP for his three-touchdown performance against the Chiefs. (Photo courtesy of athlonsports.com)

Sidelines: Super Bowl retrospective

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
February 14, 2025
Name, image and likeness deals in recent years have upended the financial operations of college football. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Transfer portal shakes up football roster

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
February 7, 2025
The football team is already preparing for the 2025 season.

Football adds 21 new players on National Signing Day

By Dan Sullivan, Assistant Sports Editor
February 7, 2025
Lafayette ranks highly nationwide for student-athlete graduation success rate. (Photo courtesy of nbcsports.com)

Student-athletes earn 97% graduation success rate

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
December 6, 2024
The football team's two-game Rivalry winning streak was snapped on Saturday.

Football falters in 160th Rivalry game

By Grace Sanborn and Dan Sullivan
November 23, 2024
Sophomore running back Troy Bruce bursts through a hole in the Stonehill defense. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Football stomps Stonehill in Senior Day showing

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 22, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 17, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 15, 2024
Freshman sabre Nikita Kogan racked up 12 wins at the Vassar Invitational on Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Anna Silver '25)

Fencing sees mixed results at Vassar

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 15, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 8, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 1, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
October 25, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
October 11, 2024
Junior Harry Dessel taps in a putt at the Bucknell Golf Club. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Golf finishes 12th at UConn Invitational

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
The Leopards defensive line readies to pounce on the Columbia offense. (Photo by Hana Ishihara for GoLeopards)

Football falls to 2-2 following upset loss to Columbia

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
September 27, 2024
Junior wide receiver Elijah Steward evades a tackle against Marist on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Elijah Steward: 1 of 1 talent

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
September 20, 2024
The football team celebrates a last-minute victory against Monmouth. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Football lands first win of the season with stunning finish

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
September 13, 2024
Sophomore linebacker Robert Stevens tries to tackle a Buffalo player in the Leopards' Thursday loss. (Photo by Nicholas T. LoVerde for GoLeopards)

Football drops season opener

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
September 4, 2024
Senior runningback Nahjee Adams sharpens his skills in training camp. (Photo courtesy of @lafcolfootball on Instagram)

Football team looks to build upon previous season’s success

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
August 30, 2024
Senior infielder Blaze Fadio bats against Bucknell on Sunday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Baseball swept by Bucknell, drops game against Monmouth

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
May 3, 2024
Sophomore Savion McKinnon makes a catch during the football team's annual spring showcase last Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Young stars shine at football’s spring showcase

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
April 26, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
Senior distance runner Sam Fowler runs the steeplechase against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Track and field team sees strong performances in loss to Lehigh

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
April 12, 2024
Freshman diver Landon Orth was dominant in Nebraska diving.

Diving into the successes of Landon Orth

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
April 5, 2024
The ski and snowboard team celebrated a nationals appearance in Lake Placid, New York last week. (Photo courtesy of @lafskiandboard on Instagram)

Ski team goes to nationals

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024
Senior infielder Blaze Fadio slides into home against Delaware. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Baseball drops 2 of 3 at Delaware

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
March 8, 2024
Sophomore multi Liam Sawian pole vaulted in the lead-up to the conference championship at the Moravian Invitational on Jan. 20. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Track and field wraps up season with broken records, middling results

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
March 1, 2024
Seniors Mike Barr and Emma Lorey look to make waves at Duke and Maryland, respectively, in the 2024-25 academic year. (Photos courtesy of GoLeopards)

Moving on to greener pastures

By Dan Sullivan and Charlie Berman
February 16, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
February 9, 2024
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

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
December 1, 2023
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward leaps for a catch against Fordham. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)

Football bounces back with victory over Fordham

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 17, 2023
Sophomore guard Ryan Pettit prepares to pass the ball against St. Joseph's. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)

Men’s basketball drops season opener against St. Joseph’s

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 10, 2023
The Leopards celebrate junior defensive back Saiku White's pick six against Georgetown. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Football continues winning streak with victory over Georgetown

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
November 3, 2023
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis runs through the hole during the Leopards' win over Bucknell. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Leopards devour Bison in Homecoming football game

By Dan Sullivan, Contributing Writer
October 6, 2023
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile drops back to pass during the win against Monmouth. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Football beats Monmouth to go 3-1, best start in a decade

By Dan Sullivan, Contributing Writer
September 29, 2023
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Football crushes Columbia in home opener

By Dan Sullivan, Contributing Writer
September 22, 2023
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile throws the ball against Duke. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Football falls to No. 21 Duke for first loss of season

By Dan Sullivan, Contributing Writer
September 15, 2023
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