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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
All content by Gabrielle Tropp
Rabbi Schorr said she will provide support for Jews specifically, but also all religious people on campus. (Photo courtesy of Rebecca Schorr)

‘From strength to strength’: new Jewish chaplain looks to build on an already strong campus community

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 13, 2019
A sewage pipe burst last weekend in Ruef Hall, resulting in water shut-offs and construction to the north half of the building. (Photo by AJ Traub '20)

Students report illnesses from Ruef drinking water after sewage pipe bursts: college says any illnesses are ‘unrelated’

By Gabrielle Tropp
December 7, 2018
The recent wildfires in California have been widely attributed to the effects of climate change. (Photo courtesy of AP Photo/ Los Angeles Times, Meg Melcon)

Lafayette students from California feel effects of wildfires

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 30, 2018

Committee report on sororities: no need for new NPC chapter

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 9, 2018
Walkway in front of Skillman Library. (Photo by Lauren Fox).

Administrators receive results of campus climate survey, professor Rinehart discusses general themes

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 2, 2018
The new proposed scheduling policy is intended, among many things, to ease congestion of dining halls during the lunch hour.

College plans new class schedule to ease stress

By Gabrielle Tropp
October 26, 2018
The updated Climate Action Plan received support from a campus-wide student petition to establish a commitment to carbon emission reduction. (Photo by Elle Cox '21).

Updated climate action plan presented to Board of Trustees; Petition shows support for campus sustainability

By Gabrielle Tropp
October 19, 2018
The college has completed its three-year self study for its pending reaccreditation process. (Photo by Emily Cardenas '22)

Reaccreditation self study concludes: campus reviews scheduled for November, April

By Gabrielle Tropp
October 5, 2018
Racist and anti-semitic graffiti was reported along the Karl Stirner Arts Trail. Photo by Elle Cox '21

Racist, anti-semitic graffiti defames Karl Stirner Arts Trail

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 28, 2018

Hurricane Florence devastates the Carolinas: students initiate fundraising efforts

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 21, 2018
Over 100 students from around campus have become ill with what is "likely" to be norovirus, according to Dr. Goldstein. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Counseling Center adds counselors and services to meet increased student demand

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 7, 2018

Colleagues, friends remember Professor Fix as “passionate” and “encouraging”

By Gabrielle Tropp
August 31, 2018
Campus-wide, students and organizations participated in Denim Day, supporting education and awareness of sexual violence. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Denim Day shows support for victims of sexual violence, educates Lafayette community on sexual assault

By Gabrielle Tropp
April 27, 2018
Once competitions begin, student-athletes will be tested up to three times a week. (Photo courtesy of Chuck Zovko)

Athletes and athletic staff required to participate in One Love Escalation workshops after NCAA mandate

By Gabrielle Tropp
April 13, 2018
The press conference (9/19/2017) held by the Northampton Country District Attorney regarding the investigation into the death of McCrae Williams '21. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly)

District attorney to host summit addressing college drinking: recent events, including McCrae Williams’ death, prompt event

By Gabrielle Tropp
April 6, 2018
New Assistant Director of Farm and Food Lisa Miskelly brings extensive agricultural experience to her new role. Photo by Gaby Tropp '20

Planting seeds for change: New Assistant Director of Farm and Food seeks to increase student connection to food

By Gabrielle Tropp
March 23, 2018
Roger Ruggles, pictured above with former Vice President Joe Biden, has begun his campaign for the congressional seat of Pennsylvania's 7th district. (Photo Courtesy of Chuck Zovko / Zovko Photographic llc)

Professor Roger Ruggles announces campaign for congressional seat: “You give me a problem, and I’ll find a solution”

By Gabrielle Tropp
March 9, 2018
Students at the Dog House have started a GoFundMe to raise funds for the care of the dogs they are training. (Photo Courtesy of Sydney Crowe '19).

Throw ’em a bone: Dog House residents set up GoFundMe

By Gabrielle Tropp
March 2, 2018
Students went down to Congressman Matt Cartwright’s Easton office with the intention of lobbying for DACA. Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Students lobby congressman’s office on behalf of DACA

By Gabrielle Tropp
February 23, 2018
Zeta Psi will officially return to campus November 2018. (Photo by Lauren Fox)

Zeta Psi colony works towards reinstatement next November: New chapter aims to be more diverse

By Gabrielle Tropp
February 16, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox '21

Chi Phi reinstated, Zeta Psi creates first pledge class of 7 members

By Gabrielle Tropp
February 9, 2018
Melissa Garrison will replace Karen Forbes as director of the counseling center after 30 years. Photo by Emma Westgard '21

Melissa Garrison assumes role as director of counseling center

By Gabrielle Tropp
February 2, 2018
Photo Courtesy of Isabelle Rein '20

Hawaii interim trip keeps calm in wake of incoming missile alert

By Gabrielle Tropp
January 26, 2018
CEO of Sun Coffee Roasters Keith Lemnios came to talk about his company and their partnership with Lafayette. (Photo by Nouman Naveed '19)

Stirring up relationships and opportunities with Sun Coffee Roasters

By Gabrielle Tropp
December 1, 2017
March Field is home to two of the five chartered fraternities on campus. (Photo by Maddie Costello '21)

As three universities suspend Greek life, frats make their way back on Lafayette campus

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 17, 2017
(Photo by Rachel Bram '20)

Student campaign aims to provide free menstrual products on campus

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 10, 2017
Simon Center is one of the buildings undergoing an assessment, partly for ADA compliance. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Flickr)

Three buildings under review to seek better ADA accessibility

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 3, 2017
Walkway in front of Skillman Library. (Photo by Lauren Fox).

Research sees need for change in student drinking culture, college sees decrease in high risk drinking

By Gabrielle Tropp
October 27, 2017
Lafayette students celebrating homecoming, previously known as Founder's Day, in 1991 (Photo Courtesy Lafayette Archive)

The evolution of a tradition: Homecoming through the years

By Gabrielle Tropp
October 20, 2017
Alicia Rosenbaum ‘18 holds her #Fight4Her poster during the PPGen event (Courtesy of PPGenLafayette Instagram Account).

Planned Parenthood Club aims to promote women’s health and gender equality

By Gabrielle Tropp
October 6, 2017
Growth results in relocation of ROTC training

Growth results in relocation of ROTC training

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 29, 2017
(Photo by Julia Beckett '21)

Counseling center accomodates increased demand

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 22, 2017
Oechsle Center for Global Education is home to the International Affairs program. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

International Affairs program sees a major increase in students

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 8, 2017

Construction drives away parking spots

By Gabrielle Tropp
September 1, 2017
The brothers of DU biked to raise money for the Movember fund. (Courtesy of Josh Kramer '19).

Nine hours in remembrance: DU honors Joey Towers ’18

By Gabrielle Tropp
April 28, 2017
Zeta Psi will officially return to campus November 2018. (Photo by Lauren Fox)

From Zete House to 49 South College: 107-year-old building transforms

By Gabrielle Tropp
April 21, 2017
Winners of the Business Ethics Competition at Desales University. (Courtesy of Othman Guennoun '17).

Down to business: Students win ethics competition

By Gabrielle Tropp
April 7, 2017
Amitav Ghosh visited the college to speak on climate change. Courtesy of Communications.

Acclaimed author claims humanity cannot stop climate change

By Gabrielle Tropp
March 31, 2017
President Byerly and the panel of STEM professionals. Photo by Gabrielle Tropp '20.

Women professionals in STEM bring insight to campus

By Gabrielle Tropp
March 24, 2017
Fields of LaFarm. Courtesy of Lafayette communications

LaFarm breaks records, looks to grow

By Gabrielle Tropp
March 10, 2017
Joshua Dubler lecturing on the prison system. Photo by Gabrielle Tropp '20.

Guest lecturer aims to educate on mass incarceration

By Gabrielle Tropp
March 3, 2017
Off-campus student arts housing on Parsons St. (Photo by Natalie Soler '19).

Housing exemption to end: Three student limit to be enforced

By Gabrielle Tropp
February 17, 2017
Watson Courts,

Temporary housing expected next fall

By Gabrielle Tropp
February 10, 2017
Example of pumper firetruck (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Lafayette donates firetruck to Easton

By Gabrielle Tropp
January 27, 2017
Proposed developments on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of the President's Office)

College postpones start of new dorm construction

By Gabrielle Tropp
December 9, 2016
Presidential Inauguration in 2013. Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

Freshman wins presidential election prediction contest, tickets to inauguration

By Gabrielle Tropp
December 2, 2016
Professor under investigation for offensive comments

Professor under investigation for offensive comments

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 18, 2016
Brothers of Delta Tau Delta. (Courtesy of Dan Vincent '17)

Delta Tau Delta chapter officially returns

By Gabrielle Tropp
November 11, 2016
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