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Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
Allison Quensen Blatt has juggled a number of jobs in the colleges arts program over her two decades at the college.
Allison Quensen Blatt, titan of the arts, to retire in June
The endowment aims to provide football players with opportunities off of the field. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Brothers of Lafayette Football announces endowment fund
The counseling center is located on the second floor of Bailey Health Center.
Counseling center on spring mental health struggles
Nunes seeks permanent funding to provide archives of student life.
Charlotte Nunes named dean of libraries
Mechanical engineering students often cite nature of materials as a weed-out class.
Do ‘weed-out’ courses exist at Lafayette?
Dean Tim Cox will choose Student Government representatives to select Pepper Prize finalists.
Changes made to Pepper Prize selection process
The College Writing Program is looking to expand its reach through social media.
‘I’ve had zero students come in’: College Writing Program on underutilization
Portable labs, sent home to students during the pandemic, have become a permanent fixture of the engineering department. (Photo courtesy of Alexander Brown)
COVID-19 teaching changes continue to benefit Lafayette
A new first-year dean will be hired, allowing each class year to have an individual advisor.
Lafayette advising office to undergo major staffing shuffle, new first-year dean to be announced 
Dean Tim Cox will choose Student Government representatives to select Pepper Prize finalists.
Changes made to Pepper Prize selection process
The Data Community will process data to visualize trends in Student Government budget allocations.
New data club to audit Student Government budget allocations
There were 60 plus applications to become Student Government members this semester.
Student Government sworn in
Voter turnout tripled from last year as students took to social media to promote their preferred candidates. (Photo courtesy of Olivia Puzio 25)
Olivia Puzio ‘25 elected Student Government president by five votes
A record number of freshmen applied to Student Government.
Student Government sees drastic increase in application numbers
Allison Quensen Blatt has juggled a number of jobs in the colleges arts program over her two decades at the college.
Allison Quensen Blatt, titan of the arts, to retire in June
Nunes seeks permanent funding to provide archives of student life.
Charlotte Nunes named dean of libraries
Forrest Stuart previously worked in financial aid before taking on his role in enrollment management. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Forrest Stuart named permanent VP of enrollment management
Faculty expressed their frustration over the new dean positions, as well as other structural issues, in a letter to the administration.
Group of faculty air frustrations in letter to Hurd
Mechanical engineering students often cite nature of materials as a weed-out class.
Do ‘weed-out’ courses exist at Lafayette?
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
Twyleak Sexton, whose alleged actions resulted in the campus lockdown, was arrested in New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of RLS Media)
Campus locked down after shooting downtown, suspect apprehended
The past month and a half has been a busy time for politics from the local to the national level. (Photos courtesy of Lehigh Valley Ramblings, Associated Press, Getty, Consolidated News Photos and The Morning Call)
What you missed in politics over break
Among the construction projects is The Commodore, a mixed-use property at 100 Northampton Street. (Photo courtesy of lehighvalleylive.com)
Development projects to bring housing, retail space to downtown Easton
Milos founder passes away
Milo’s founder passes away
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
Twyleak Sexton, whose alleged actions resulted in the campus lockdown, was arrested in New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of RLS Media)
Campus locked down after shooting downtown, suspect apprehended
Authorities believe that the suspects used skimming devices to obtain confidential bank account information.(Photo courtesy of lehighvalleylive.com)
Wawa skimming operation puts student financial information at risk
The attorney representing Kyle Flanagans 22 said he hopes to resolve the case quickly. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 faces felony charges, pleads not guilty
Clement Swaby of Bethlehem faces nearly 300 years in prison for the rape and attempted assaults of Lafayette and Lehigh students. (Photo courtesy of The Express-Times)
Man convicted of McCartney break-ins, multiple assaults, Lehigh University rape
Nunes seeks permanent funding to provide archives of student life.
Charlotte Nunes named dean of libraries
Forrest Stuart previously worked in financial aid before taking on his role in enrollment management. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Forrest Stuart named permanent VP of enrollment management
The Quad lights have been taken down as of earlier this week.
Balancing safety, sustainability with college lighting
Faculty expressed their frustration over the new dean positions, as well as other structural issues, in a letter to the administration.
Group of faculty air frustrations in letter to Hurd
Schools are ranked according to criteria like graduation rate and amount of financial resources available per student. (Photo courtesy of U.S News)
What’s in a number?: Administration, students on influence of U.S. News college rankings
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
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
Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)
Write to Be connects student writers of color
Jenny DeLorenzo intends for Plants + Coffee to have a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)
Small Business Spotlight: Plants + Coffee sprouts in Easton
LaFarms greenhouse officially opened in January and has enabled cooperation with researchers. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegefarm on Instagram)
LaFarm greenhouse spawns spotted lanternfly mitigation research
Zach Freiheiter 23 has been composing his own music since his first year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Zach Freiheiter 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Zach Freiheiter ’23 on his composing journey
Juliana Soldat 24 sculpted pieces for her independent study that comment on mental health and personal struggles. (Photo courtesy of Juliana Soldat 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Juliana Soldat ’24 depicts mental illness through sculpture
Isabella Lu 25 made archaeological illustrations for professor Ingrid Furniss upcoming book. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Lu 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Isabella Lu ’25 digs into archeology illustrations
Satuna Mowrin 24 attempts to dismantle beauty standards in the modeling world. (Photo courtesy of Satuna Mowrin 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Satuna Mowrin ‘24 rejects modeling stereotypes
Damoi Morgan 25 views music as a way to give the campus color. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 adds melody to campus with steel drum
Fifteen cookies were pitted against each other in order to find the best for Lafayette College students. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel ’26 for The Lafayette)
Chocolate chip cookie crawl: A quest for the best in Easton
The Last of Us is a breathtaking nod to the original video game. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Television Review: ‘The Last of Us’: The greatest video game adaptation ever made
Fictional tennis legend Carrie Soto attempts to become the oldest woman to win a Grand Slam in Taylor Jenkins Reids latest novel. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: ‘Carrie Soto is Back’ stuns with immersive feminist sports story
Love Letters showcased the talent of both students and faculty.
Performance Review: ‘Love Letters’ tells story of romance over 50 years
Babylon transports viewers into the film industry of the Roaring 20s. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: ‘Babylon’ passionately depicts good, bad, ugly of film industry
Jenny DeLorenzo intends for Plants + Coffee to have a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)
Small Business Spotlight: Plants + Coffee sprouts in Easton
Easton Candle Company is open downtown from Friday through Sunday.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Candle Company curates clean, unique fragrances
The Easton Record Exchange emerged from its next-door neighbor, the pawn shop Easton Exchange.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Record Exchange will satisfy your vintage desires
Pie+Tart is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day except Sunday and Monday. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Small Business Spotlight: Pie+Tart combines two women’s love for baking
New owner Martin Ramirez with employee Brian Cortes. Ramirez took over as Tierra De Fuegos owner just last week. (Photo courtesy of Brian Cortes)
Small Business Spotlight: Tierra De Fuego brings modern, traditional Colombian cuisine to Easton
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)
Write to Be connects student writers of color
LafKid Connect hosts students from Easton Middle School on campus every Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Camille Carthy 23)
LafKid Connect brings Easton Area Middle School students to campus
The Mar-Keys is one of Lafayettes all-voices a capella groups. (Photo courtesy of Alex Thurtle 24)
Starting out on the right note: Mar-Keys compete for first time
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
Rick Fisher (right), who was the Leopard mascot for 15 years, poses with the current mascot, Dysean Alexander. (Photo courtesy of Dysean Alexander)
Unmasking the Leopard
The current spring concert, Lafchella, features student bands and local performers. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
History of the spring concert
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
Ted Norton eventually resigned from his position at Lafayettes library after being accused of having communist ties. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Communists on campus?: Letters illuminate Lafayette’s Red Scare
The display on James Armistead Lafayette will be in Skillman room 209 throughout Black History Month.
Special Collections honors Revolutionary-era Black spy with display
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 
Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon
Shayne Figueroa 99 first became interested in food studies after taking an American Studies class at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Shayne Figueroa 99)
Alumni Spotlight: NYU professor Shayne Figueroa ’99 shares passion for food history
Amy Emerick Clerkin 03 landed a Capitol Hill gig just months after graduation. (Photo courtesy of LegiStorm)
Alumni Spotlight: Amy Emerick Clerkin ’03 on climbing Washington’s ranks
Documentarian and journalist Sean Ryon ‘12 studied English and film and media studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sean Ryon 12)
Alum Spotlight: ‘Dateline’ field producer Sean Ryon ’12 on documentary production
Junior Peter Lehman attacks the net during his six-goal performance in the Leopards victory over Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse prevails in last-second victory over Colgate
Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)
From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in
Frisbee spent spring break competing in the prestigious High Tide national tournament against teams from all over the country. (Photo courtesy of Sara OKeefe 24)
Frisbee places second in bracket at spring break tournament
Senior Meghan Gillis races down the slope during womens alpine at nationals, where she finished 11th. (Photo courtesy of Meghan Gillis 23)
Ski and board attends nationals, battles harsh weather conditions
The Leopards had a strong offensive outing against American, scoring a record high 15 goals. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse falls to American by one point, Bennett scores six goals
Among the Leopards leaving are defensive lineman Malik Hamm, who declared for the NFL draft. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football completes 2027 recruiting class, signs 26 new players
Seniors Marco Olivas and Malik Hamm lead the Leopards out of tunnel to take on Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards).
Hamm wins second Defensive Player of the Year award, five others take home Patriot League Honors
The Leopards celebrate their 2022 Rivalry Game win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football defeats Lehigh in close defensive match up, marks positive end to Troxell’s first year
Lafayette comes into the Rivalry game having won two out of the previous three matchups and controlling the overall record, 80-72-5. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 158th Rivalry game
Lehigh comes to the Hill following their first win since early September. (Photo by Xin Chen for The Brown and White)
Why Lehigh will win the 158th Rivalry game
Yazdan Basir 23 creates models to help the mens soccer team visualize its statistics. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)
Yazdan Basir ’23 brings men’s soccer stats to life
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Senior midfielder Will Echeverria controls the ball during the Leopards 0-1 playoff loss. (Photo by Phil Hoffmann for Navy Athletics)
Men’s soccer season ends with loss in Patriot League quarterfinals, Kitromilides receives academic honors
Senior midfielder Yiannis Panayides dribbles down the field during Lafayettes win against American. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer advances to Patriot League playoffs after win against American, tie with Army
Lafayette soccer seniors were honored before their game against Loyola. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ties Loyola on Senior Day, falls to Hofstra in final non-conference battle
Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)
From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in
The mens basketball team celebrates its Sunday night win against American, which sent it to the Patriot League finals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
After nail-biting win against American, men’s basketball falls to No. 1 seed Colgate in League Championship
Senior captain Leo OBoyle, who scored his 1,000th career point against American on Sunday, will be key for the Leopards against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Patriot League Championship Preview: Can the Leopards pull off the upset?
Standout freshman forward Josh Rivera recorded his second career double-double in the loss to Army. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Shooting woes to blame as men’s basketball falters against Army, barely loses to Colgate
Captain Leo O’Boyle was joined by his parents in a Senior Day celebration before scoring 17 points. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball gets revenge against Boston in overtime thriller
Sophomore midfielder Lineke Spaans (left) and senior defender Simone Hefting (right) were laureled for their impressive performances this fall. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Spaans, Hefting earn All-Mideast Region awards
Freshman midfielder Josephine van Wijk is recognized before the Leopards beat Holy Cross. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey captures final win of 2022 campaign
Fifth-year Molly McAndrew takes the ball up the field during one of her last games as a Leopard. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite dominant road victory, field hockey misses out on playoffs
Senior Molly McAndrew is embraced by the team after she scores one of the Leopards two goals during their 2-0 win over BU. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend, notches first Patriot League win of season
Senior defender Sydney Woolston is embraced by her team after scoring her third career goal during the Leopards victory against Richmond. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend matches against Lehigh, Richmond
Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory
Senior Nash Lovallo was a first place finisher this weekend at the Bloomsburg Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis shines in last fall tournament, looks with optimism to spring season
The mens tennis team competed in several close matches this past weekend at the Villanova Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi 25)
Men’s tennis participates in annual Villanova Invitational, featuring strong first-years
Sophomore Davus Esslinger fires a backhand during his singles match against Holy Cross last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite defeat in playoffs, bright future ahead for Lafayette tennis
Junior Nash Lovallo participating in a doubles match against Bucknell last weekend. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated by Bucknell in final regular season match
The team poses after its win in the final game of the season. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettewclubvball on Instagram)
Women’s club volleyball wins final tournament of semester
The Lafayette mens club volleyball team poses after its successful first tournament. (Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)
Men’s club volleyball attends first ever tournament at Kutztown
Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell
Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament
Lafayette volleyball swept New Hampshire before falling to Fairfield in straight sets at the Villanova Classic to open the season. (Photo by Sarah Boekholder for GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in two matches, wins one in season opener
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Op-Ed: Debunking Posse myths
Op-Ed: In Defense of ChatGPT
Op-Ed: Debunking Posse myths
Op-Ed: In Defense of ChatGPT
Op-Ed: Ethical considerations in engineering
Op-Ed: We need to do better
Op-Ed: Reflecting on a year of war
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
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Lafayette Mutual Aid collects donations on Venmo, Cash App and GoFundMe and distributes funds directly to individuals seeking assistance. (Photo Courtesy of @lafmutualaid Instagram)

‘We are all interconnected’: Lafayette Mutual Aid aims to support BIPOC students and community members

By Danielle Mullan
February 19, 2021

Speech and Debate team dives into virtual season with OCHOIE tournament

By Danielle Mullan
October 3, 2020
The STEM field is not the only discipline with a susceptibility for bias, but it may get away with it more often. (Photo from Creative Commons)

Professor Mary Armstrong speaks on the ‘persistence of bias’ in STEM

By Danielle Mullan
September 19, 2020
Cosmic Cup owner Monocacy Coffee will still operate out of Lit Coffee Roastery and Bakeshop in Bethlehem. Photo courtesy of Cosmic Cup Coffee Instagram page.

Cosmic Cup closes its doors after 15 years on College Hill

By Danielle Mullan
August 28, 2020
Jim Sanborn’s exhibition explores the trade in stolen and forged antiquities from Cambodia. (Photo courtesy of William Center Gallery)

Jim Sanborn’s exhibition ‘Looted?’ explores authenticity and forged antiquity through Cambodian artwork

By Danielle Mullan
March 13, 2020
Each robot in Heddatron is uniquely built in order to serve a symbolic purpose within the storyline. (Photo Courtesy of Jeffrey Helm)

Integrating engineering and the arts: A look at the robots of ‘Heddatron’

By Danielle Mullan
March 6, 2020
Satbir Malhi spoke about how love relates to mathematical equations. (Photo by Deniz Ozbay 22)

A new angle on love: Satbir Malhi discusses romantic advice through mathematical equations

By Danielle Mullan
February 28, 2020
Remziye Erdogan 20 completed her capstone project last semester. (Photo courtesy of Remziye Erdogan 20)

Student Artist Spotlight: Remziye Erdogan ’20 discusses integration of engineering and art

By Danielle Mullan
February 14, 2020
The Easton Baking Company, while under new ownership, will feature several of the original recipes. (Photo Courtesy of Danielle Mullan 22)

Bake in business! Beloved Easton Baking Company reopening later this month

By Danielle Mullan
February 7, 2020
Easton offers many study break opportunities for students down the hill. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Need a study break? Head down the hill for holiday fun

By Danielle Mullan
December 6, 2019
Lafayette and Lehigh played their first game against each other in 1884. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College archives)

Long-standing competition and ‘absurd’ traditions: a history of Lafayette-Lehigh rivalry

By Danielle Mullan
November 22, 2019
Calvin Sharp (right) performs with his group The Bison Boys. (Photo courtesy of Calvin Sharp 21)

Student Artist Spotlight: Calvin Sharp ‘21 creates new music club, aims to establish permanent space for student artists

By Danielle Mullan
November 15, 2019
Tori Schoen 20 spends most of her time in the printmaking studio in order to work on her printmaking skills. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22).

Student Artist Spotlight: From taking an art course ‘on a whim’ to majoring in it: Tori Schoen ’20 hopes to continue her work post-grad

By Danielle Mullan
November 8, 2019
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is considered to be the best jazz ensemble at any stage. They will be performing tonight at 7 p.m. at the Williams Center for the Arts. (Photo courtesy of the Williams Center for the Arts)

Preview: Renowned ensemble, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, performs tonight at Williams Center for the Arts

By Danielle Mullan
November 1, 2019
The faculty panel on queer inclusion and STEM spoke on implications that science can have on establishing societal norms. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

‘The implications that science can have’: faculty panel explores relationship between queerness and STEM

By Danielle Mullan
October 25, 2019
Refugee Action hosted a 12-minute individual virtual reality viewing experience followed by a discussion. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

‘I was struck by the loss’: Refugee Action uses virtual reality to present refugee stories in a ‘new light’

By Danielle Mullan
October 11, 2019
Eastons Garlic Fest, with food vendors and music venues, will take place downtown this weekend. (Photo courtesy of Jo Moranville)

Vampires beware, Garlic Fest is here: this weekend’s annual festival to provide food, live music

By Danielle Mullan
October 4, 2019
The award-winning jazz vocalists said her music career was rooted in necessity. (Photo courtesy of Jacob Blickenstaff)

Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Jazzmeia Horn to perform at the college this Friday

By Danielle Mullan
September 13, 2019
The Williams Center for the Arts might be quieter than usual this semester, but its usual musician inhabitants are still coming together to make music, virtually. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Williams Center for the Performing Arts renovations to modernize building’s space

By Danielle Mullan
September 6, 2019

Pursuing music with a message: new concert choir director Joy Hirokawa shares vision for choir

By Danielle Mullan
May 10, 2019
GoPeer is one of the student-led business ventures hoping to expand with the Dyer Center. (Photo courtesy of Ethan Binder 19)

Bergh Startup Accelerator winners GoPeer and CherryTree to expand their businesses this summer

By Danielle Mullan
May 3, 2019
Michelle Orr discussed business strides towards sustainability and giving back to the community through the clothing organization My Sisters Closet. (Photo by Danielle Mullan 22)

Shopping for a good cause: My Sister’s Closet in Bethlehem aims for environmental, social change

By Danielle Mullan
April 26, 2019
The Moutin Factory Quintet and Kativa Shah are performing tomorrow night at 8 p.m. at the Williams Center for the Arts. (Photo courtesy of The Williams Center for the Arts)

Preview: An ‘organic approach’ to jazz: Moutin Factory Quintet and Kavita Shah discuss their musical background

By Danielle Mullan
April 19, 2019
Emily Lugos 20 won the Jean Corrie Poetry Prize for the second time in her college career. (Photo courtesy of Emily Lugos)

Jean Corrie poetry prize winner discusses love, themes for poem ‘Bruises, Tongues, and a Funeral’

By Danielle Mullan
April 12, 2019
Middle school students showcase knowledge of the civil rights movement during Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon on Monday. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)

‘We still bleed the same color’: March Elementary School students perform, write, direct skits in honor of civil rights movement

By Danielle Mullan
April 5, 2019

International students in American education system: workshop aims to educate faculty members on inclusive teaching

By Danielle Mullan
March 29, 2019
ISA hopes to broaden elementary school students multicultural experiences through art and music. (Photo courtesy of Dawit Gebeta 20)

The International Student Association aims to enrich younger students’ understanding of other cultures

By Danielle Mullan
March 15, 2019
QuEST and Baileys Counseling Center discuss ways in which student-activists can balance their mental health with advocacy. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

‘Activism Without Burning Out’ focuses on importance of mental health while fighting for change

By Danielle Mullan
March 8, 2019
Jordi Savall and his orchestra, Le Concert des Nations, will perform tomorrow night at the Williams Center for the Arts. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Award-winning musician Jordi Savall to bring transformative performance to the college

By Danielle Mullan
February 22, 2019
Following the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, Special Collections presented influential WWI posters. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19)

The college holds three of Howard Chandler Christy’s most iconic WWI prints

By Danielle Mullan
November 16, 2018
In her most recent book What I Have Found in a Thousand Towns, Dar Williams explores her experience as a musician and touring small towns. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19)

Author, singer and songwriter Dar Williams talks on the identities, history and value of American small towns

By Danielle Mullan
November 2, 2018
Professor Robert Braun spoke about African prophets in a talk on Wednesday. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19)

Dartmouth professor Robert Baum discusses Africa’s rich history ‘and religion outside of European influence’

By Danielle Mullan
October 19, 2018
Kelly Goffs works represent the relationship between humanity and nature. (Video Screenshot courtesy of Vimeo)

Artist Kelly Goff discusses resources, labor, density as sources of inspiration

By Danielle Mullan
October 5, 2018
(Photo by Elle Cox 21) Traditional latin folk band plays at the Philadelphia festival Feria del Barrio where student travel was sponsored by Hispanic Society of Lafayette.

Latinx Heritage Month kicks off at the college

By Danielle Mullan
September 28, 2018
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