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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
Lafayette student passes away at home
Lafayette student passes away at home
The "Dear Colleague" letter was issued on Feb. 14 by the Department of Education. (Photo courtesy of Reuters)
College does not budge as government threatens funding over diversity initiatives
Participants of Marriage Pact got the first clue of who their match might be with their initials and compatibility percentage.
Cupid’s arrow strikes Lafayette
Norovirus is common nationally during the winter months. (Graphic by Hiya Khan '28 for The Lafayette)
Campus experiences viral bug outbreak
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
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
The dedicated lounge for English majors often hosts student events and club meetings.
English program at Lafayette remains strong despite national struggles
Nate Rashkind '26 interviews Government & Law Professor Joshua Miller for a segment of the broadcast.
Students help produce local election broadcast
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government discusses financial guidelines at Feb. 27 meeting
Student Government discusses financial guidelines at Feb. 27 meeting
Student Government adjusts budgets at Feb. 20 meeting
Student Government adjusts budgets at Feb. 20 meeting
Student Government reviews budgets at Feb. 13 meeting
Student Government reviews budgets at Feb. 13 meeting
Code of conduct changes discussed at Feb. 6 Student Government meeting
Code of conduct changes discussed at Feb. 6 Student Government meeting
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’
Strategist Kathryn Meier said her communications strategy is informed by “the different needs of different disciplines." (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette names new VP of communications
The housing lottery for rising seniors begins on March 13.
Residence life vacancy remains as housing lottery approaches
Alex Malanych is set to finish rabbinical school in three months.
Religious and Spiritual Life adds new face
The college formed an artificial intelligence faculty committee in 2024.
How professors use AI in the classroom
Easton councilman Frank Pintabone told The Lafayette that he hoped the next vote on the ordinance would happen "soon." He did not give a specific date.
Easton motion to decriminalize marijuana fails
Coalition members are concerned about the possible increase in traffic the warehouse could bring.
Coalition looks to counter warehouse construction
Easton Area School District offers English as a Second Language and English for Speakers of Other Languages programs for students and community members.
‘A short-sighted and unfortunate policy’
Easton City Council will discuss the "Welcome City" proposition at their bi-weekly meeting next week.
‘Welcoming City’ debate reaches Easton
The Marquis (top left), and Dutchtown Pointe (bottom), are two apartment complexes nearing completion in 2025. Cars sit on a bridge above Bushkill Creek (top right), where parking has been a point of discussion among neighborhood residents.
Inside Easton residents’ problems with parking
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
Public Safety recommends using a U-lock instead of a cable or chain lock for securing your bicycle.
College reports uptick in vehicle thefts, burglaries
The "Dear Colleague" letter was issued on Feb. 14 by the Department of Education. (Photo courtesy of Reuters)
College does not budge as government threatens funding over diversity initiatives
Participants of Marriage Pact got the first clue of who their match might be with their initials and compatibility percentage.
Cupid’s arrow strikes Lafayette
Lafayette College's Division of Inclusion is housed in Markle Hall.
Lafayette issued federal antisemitism warning
MK Asante '04, Lafayette's 2025 commencement speaker, is an author, filmmaker, poet and professor.
A look at past Lafayette commencement speakers
Strategist Kathryn Meier said her communications strategy is informed by “the different needs of different disciplines." (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette names new VP of communications
Professor Mary Armstrong, Ellen Poriles Wieler '83 and Helena Koffigoh '23 all spoke at "Sip & Speak."
Women speak on gender, professional identity at Sip & Speak
A sustainable night market was one of many events sponsored by the "Swipe It Forward" initiative.
‘Swipe It Forward’ forwards sustainability initiatives
The members of "geek" write their own songs and have an EP of four originals releasing soon.
‘geek’ gets nerdy about music
Professor Michael Feola's book was published in July. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Research Spotlight: Professor publishes book examining far-right ideology
"Improv for Entrepreneurs" combined business speaking skills with the theatrical nature of improv.
‘Improv for Entrepreneurs’ is all funny business
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
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
Senior Shaylee Daniels qualified for the NCAA Zone A Diving Championships for the first time in her collegiate career. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Diving sends 2 to regionals, including first female athlete
Senior épée Zoe O'Connor had the best finish for the women's team on Saturday at NCAA Regionals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Fencing finishes season at NCAA Regionals
The women's lacrosse team begins its in-conference season on Saturday against Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse struggles to score against Villanova
Op-ed: Live life sustainably
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Love at first write
Love at first write
Op-ed: Halftime: A moment for inspiration
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
Emma Li

Emma Li, Staff News Writer

All content by Emma Li
Students can play the new arcade games at any time, free of charge.

Arcade games level up Lower Farinon

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
February 21, 2025
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

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
January 31, 2025
A "Fake is Real" box, seen during a Northampton County fentanyl awareness campaign. (Photo courtesy of Northampton County)

New Narcan box available on campus

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
December 13, 2024
The recently remodeled Gilbert's Cafe now features a full Starbucks drink menu and breakfast food items.

How do new Lafayette dining options impact off-campus restaurants?

By Emma Li and Kate SantaMaria
December 6, 2024

Op-ed: Write

By Emma Li and Kate SantaMaria
November 8, 2024
As of Wednesday night, Easton is not forecasted to see rain until Nov. 7.

Lehigh Valley sees record drought, burn ban results

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
November 1, 2024

Op-ed: Write

By Emma Li and Kate SantaMaria
October 25, 2024
Students react to the presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on Sept. 10.

Students weigh in on campus political climate

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
October 25, 2024
"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

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
October 11, 2024
Plans for the trail are expected to be completed in 2025. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

College receives trail grant from Northampton County

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
All of Skillman's librarians bring a different skillset to the library space.

Meet some of Lafayette’s library specialists

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
September 20, 2024
Award-winner Chris Byrnes '26 is a McKelvy Scholar and member of the GovLab research group.

Chris Byrnes ‘26 wins prestigious scholarship from Barack Obama Foundation

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
September 6, 2024
The former Miss Jackson's Kitchen underwent extensive renovations this summer, transforming into Cinco in time for the start of classes.

Dining updates debut at Lafayette

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
August 30, 2024
Protestors called for a ceasefire in Gaza from the steps of Markle Hall.

Pro-Palestine protest prompts complaints

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
April 26, 2024
Rep. Alex Brown '26 and Treasurer Christo Maheras '26 created the Census Ad Hoc Committee.

Student Government forms committee to bridge disconnect with student body

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024
Three more students voted in the special election than in the fall's executive board election. (Photos courtesy of Sasha Carter '27 and Ava Gallia '26)

Carter, Gallia secure victories in Student Government special election

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
March 8, 2024
The Green Labs Program comes months after the college received a gold level in the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System.

Green labs program to make science more sustainable

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
The FAFSA application has been released for several weeks but is still experiencing glitches.

FAFSA issues impede 2024 admissions cycle

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
February 2, 2024
Resident advisors said this change makes students feel safer.

Dorm access limited for resident advisors

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
November 17, 2023
The construction began the week of Oct. 9 and is expected to continue for the remainder of the semester.

Cattell construction seeks to improve safety, poses difficulties to students

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
November 10, 2023
The mission statement is a small part of two of Hurd's major goals at Lafayette: carrying out both a long-term strategic plan and a master plan.

College seeks community input on mission statement, values

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
November 3, 2023
All but one of the Student Government candidates are sophomores with less than a year of Student Government experience. (Compilation by Trebor Maitin '24 for The Lafayette)

Fact-checked Student Government platforms

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
October 27, 2023
Forty clubs did not re-apply during the re-registration period.

Club re-registration receives positive feedback

By Emma Li, Contributing Writer
October 6, 2023
Lafayette's ranking surpasses that of other small liberal arts colleges like Hillsdale College, Franklin & Marshall College and Occidental College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Lafayette ranked 30th in U.S. News list of best liberal arts colleges

By Emma Li, Contributing Writer
September 22, 2023
The class of 2027 is one of the most diverse in Lafayette history.

Lafayette meets goal for Pell Grant eligibility with class of 2027

By Emma Li, Contributing Writer
September 15, 2023
Jessica Hess joins Chaplain Alex Hendrickson to provide greater support and comfort to students on campus.

Chaplain intern fulfills her ‘heart song’

By Emma Li, Contributing Writer
September 8, 2023
Both Brooks Thomas and Farhan Abedin '11 will use their funds to travel for their research. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Two professors earn prestigious federal research grants

By Emma Li, Contributing Writer
September 1, 2023
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