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Rep. Alex Brown '26 has served on Student Government for two semesters. He is a member of academic affairs committee and the census ad hoc committee, which he co-founded. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Student Government)
Alex Brown ‘26 elected Student Government president
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty pushes for formal endorsement of strategic plan
The drought has had noticeable effects on water levels in the Bushkill Creek.
Easton drought continues despite rain
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The Nurture Nature Center's "Science on a Sphere" display.
Easton prepares to launch future planetarium
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
Many of the music technology classes take place in the Williams Center for the Arts computer lab.
College announces new minors
Seven students received honorable Fulbright and Goldwater awards this year. Carter Brand '25 could not be reached for a photo. (Photos by Liv Bamford '24 and Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette; bottom middle photo courtesy of Tess Stanley '25).
Lafayette students awarded Fulbright, Goldwater scholarships
The Indigenous Studies minor will involve courses across several departments.
Indigenous Studies minor approved
Rep. Alex Brown '26 has served on Student Government for two semesters. He is a member of academic affairs committee and the census ad hoc committee, which he co-founded. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Student Government)
Alex Brown ‘26 elected Student Government president
The five candidates for Student Government executive board each gave a 30 second introductions before questions began. (Photo by The Lafayette)
Student Government candidates tackle questions at forum
There are two races with no candidates in this year's Student Government election. (Compilation by Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)
Unpacking Student Government candidate platforms
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
Student Government reviews elections, organizations at Oct. 31 meeting
Student Government reviews elections, organizations at Oct. 31 meeting
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty pushes for formal endorsement of strategic plan
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The last ad hoc committee that was passed by the faculty was in 2018 about college expansion.
Ad hoc faculty committee for evaluation of college academic finances passed
Austin Haytko, Lafayette's director of student conduct and restorative practices, joined the college in 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Iowa State Daily)
Director of student conduct resigns
The college scheduled eight listening sessions to talk to campus community members about the strategic plan.
College announces proposed strategic plan
The Nurture Nature Center's "Science on a Sphere" display.
Easton prepares to launch future planetarium
Lafayette faculty and students often conduct research at Bushkill Creek in semesterly or summer projects. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Easton creek restoration receives 6-figure state grant
The bear was sighted in front of and behind Easton Hall by students. (Photo courtesy of Robbie Neumeyer '26)
Bear spotted near Easton Hall
The Express-Times is headquartered in downtown Easton.
Local Easton newspaper to shut down print production in 2025
Ideal Food Basket currently has a location in Bethlehem.
New Easton grocery store looks to ease food desert
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
Benjamin Kitson '24 is currently serving time in Chester County Prison. (Photo courtesy of LafayetteDelts.net)
Recent alumnus sentenced for child pornography charges
The victim of Tuesday's shooting is current not cooperating with officials. (Photo courtesy of Easton Police Department)
Man injured in Easton shooting, suspect still at large
The broken glass has been temporarily repaired with plexiglass.
Public Safety investigating incident after student punches through glass door of Kirby House
Peter Milius was formally arraigned at the Northampton County Courthouse on Sept. 19.
Criminal court scheduled in Milius case
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The bicentennial celebration will incorporate long-standing Lafayette traditions. (Media by Hiya Khan '28 for The Lafayette)
Initial bicentennial plans revealed
Lafayette Votes plans to have an information table on election day, providing information on each candidate and where students should cast their ballot.
Lafayette Votes reports high number of student voter registrants
The Marquis Dining Hall salad bar and deli area, which was closed for several days, features soups, salad ingredients and customizable sandwiches.
Dining hall closed after health hazard incident
The 90-minute Q&A session focused on bipartisan issues.
College hosts former congressman, RNC chair in bipartisan discussion
Lafayette and Lehigh's annual rivalry football game began in 1884, with the first game being played on March Field. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The evolution of rivalry week
The Bailey Health Center went all out for the LAF's office decorating contest.
‘We may have gone a bit over the top’
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the rivalry game being hosted at Yankee Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
On the field at Yankee Stadium
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
"Crooked House" was published in 1949 and has sold over a billion copies worldwide. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Nat’s Novels: My top 4 favorite Agatha Christie novels
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’
Music by Lilly Hercik '27 can be streamed on Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube Music. (Photo courtesy of @lillymoss.music on Instagram)
Student Artist Spotlight: Lilly Hercik ‘27 puts a new spin on country music
"Crooked House" was published in 1949 and has sold over a billion copies worldwide. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Nat’s Novels: My top 4 favorite Agatha Christie novels
"Remember the Titans" features a powerful performance by lead actor Denzel Washington, as well as an early breakout role by Ryan Gosling. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Remember the Titans’ is an enduring football classic
The pit orchestra of "Bright Star" features a professional violin player on the fiddle, as well as many student musicians playing its bluegrass-inspired score.
Performance Review: College theater’s ‘Bright Star’ shines bright
"The Magic Toyshop" combines surrealist and whimsical writing with dark themes. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Nat’s Novels: ‘The Magic Toyshop,’ magical surrealist nightmare
Ralph Fiennes is already receiving award-season buzz for his role as Cardinal Lawrence in “Conclave” (2024). (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Conclave’ beautifully blends all star cast with intense setting
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
Tucker Garage + Grocery is set to open in downtown Easton early this fall. (Photo courtesy of Indiegogo)
Welcome to Tucker Garage + Grocery
Julian Shorter ‘27, Liam Ward '27 and Jack Marich '27 import bagels weekly from New Jersey to make breakfast sandwiches. (Photo courtesy of Jack Marich '27)
Small Business Spotlight: Bean’s Bagels brings homemade breakfast sandwiches to your door
Josie's New York Deli was remodeled last year.
Small Business Spotlight: Josie’s New York Deli brings big city charm to Easton
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
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Art Jam has activities for all forms of creative expression, from playing music to drawing and painting. (Photo courtesy of McKenna Graf '26)
Art Jam: Art Society’s weekly hub of creativity
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
The faculty play was a time-honored tradition at the college for nearly 40 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
What happened to faculty plays?
"The Laff-a-lot" was the first-ever satirical version of The Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The history of The Scoffayette
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Student Government protested the slow-moving process of building a student center in the spring of 1988.
The long road to Farinon College Center
Madeline Squarcia '22 works to make 'farm to table' a reality. (Photo courtesy of Madeline Squarcia '22)
Alum Spotlight: Madeline Squarcia ’22 connects consumers to growers
Mike Handzo '11 worked with the Landis Center for Community Engagement during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Mike Handzo on LinkedIn)
Alum spotlight: Mike Handzo ’11 works to create affordable housing in Lehigh Valley
Lia Embil '17 turned hidden treasures into art in a recent exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Lia Embil '17)
Alum Spotlight: Lia Embil ‘17 turns Lafayette creations into career
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefner's 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
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
The football team has the experience and capability to win the 160th Rivalry Game on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Lehigh comes into the rivalry matchup at 4-1 in the Patriot League, with a chance to take the conference championship. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh University Athletics)
Why Lehigh will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Easton High School leads the all-time series 67-44-5 against Phillipsburg High School heading into this year's rivalry matchup. (Photo courtesy of Chris Taverner '25)
‘The rivalry will never leave you’
Sophomore forward Joshua Wyche contests a shot against Rhode Island on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops matchups against Cornell, Rhode Island
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
The football team has the experience and capability to win the 160th Rivalry Game on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Lehigh comes into the rivalry matchup at 4-1 in the Patriot League, with a chance to take the conference championship. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh University Athletics)
Why Lehigh will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Easton High School leads the all-time series 67-44-5 against Phillipsburg High School heading into this year's rivalry matchup. (Photo courtesy of Chris Taverner '25)
‘The rivalry will never leave you’
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
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 men's soccer team prepares to defend an Army West Point corner in Saturday's win. (Photo courtesy of GoArmyWestPoint)
Men’s soccer secures first Patriot League win at Army
Sophomore forward Joshua Wyche contests a shot against Rhode Island on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops matchups against Cornell, Rhode Island
The men's basketball team earned a last-second win against Penn on Tuesday in its first home game of the season.
Men’s basketball falls at LaSalle, earns nail-biting 1st victory against Penn
Senior center Justin Vander Baan looks to finish through contact against Villanova. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses season opener to Villanova
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Senior guard Eric Sondberg shoots over a Bucknell defender earlier this year. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball ends regular season with fourth consecutive loss
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
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
Freshmen Tyler and Aidan Mahaffey are looking to double up on the tennis team this year.
Double trouble
Senior Arman Ganchi went 2-4 in his matches over the weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis competes at Lehigh Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from a rough outing this weekend at the Lehigh Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated in dual matches against Monmouth, Rider
The women's tennis team opened its fall season at Bucknell this weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s tennis compete at Bucknell Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from an 8-15 record last season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis starts season at Bloomsburg Invitational
Sophomore outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to dig the ball. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins in 5 against Fordham, silenced twice by FDU
Freshman outside hitter Paige Chmura and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to contest a Virginia Tech player. (Photo courtesy of Virginia Tech Athletics)
Volleyball falls to Winthrop, wins against Virginia Tech at weekend tourney
Senior outside hitter Abby Nieporte and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to block a Syracuse player. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Athletics)
Volleyball begins season 3-1 at Salt City Classic Tournament
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Senior middle blocker Gracie Gibson earned All-Patriot League Second Team honors this season. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball drops final match of season
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
Op-ed: Moving forward
Op-ed: Write
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Editorial: A call for campus contribution
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and "got a sense of his soul."
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Don't worry, the Quaddlers can't count to 84,000.
New Bowd of Twustees talks goals, kitties
“I don’t get the sense that the men were ever afraid to show how smart they were in a classroom,” Thaddeus Robert Barron Pardee ‘33 said.
Men of first class look back 191 years after graduating
Do not come.
Lafayette College announces ‘Hibachi for Harris’
Defenestrate the frat men? Fine, we'll do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
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The Easton stairs remain traversable despite having been closed off for months.

Students ignore barriers as stairs to Easton remain usable

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
November 18, 2022
General manager of Bon Appetit Christopher Brown said that the impact on students should not be consequential.

Soy lecithin introduced to cheese products, may impact soy-allergic students

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
October 7, 2022
Construction for the new residential building is set to be finished by fall 2024.

Construction on McCartney Street Phase II project to commence soon

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
September 30, 2022
The fifth floor of Acopian Engineering Center is set to be complete in late October.

Construction continues as Lafayette looks forward with new campus master plan

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
September 9, 2022
Biden announced the student loan forgiveness program with the backdrop of broader economic concerns (Photo courtesy of Associated Press)

College students’ salvation?: Mixed reactions to President Biden’s plan to forgive student debt

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
September 2, 2022
Candidates for six out of eight Student Government executive board positions ran unopposed, with the Student Organizations and Athletic Affairs committees not having candidates. Only Fatimata Cham '23 and Shreya Raizada '25 faced opposition. (Photos courtesy of the incoming Student Government Executive Board)

New members elected to Student Government executive board

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
May 6, 2022
Deanna Hanchuk '22 prepares a plate of pierogies to serve at her fundraiser rally to raise funds for Ukraine.

Rally for Ukraine raises two thousand dollars for refugees and soldiers

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
April 29, 2022
Easton's train station fell into disrepair after the Lehigh Valley Railroad abandoned its last passenger trains in 1961. (Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress)

What happened to Easton’s train station?

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
April 22, 2022
The project to remove the dams on Bushkill Creek began in 2005. (Photo by Caroline Burns '22 for The Lafayette)

Professors continue push to remove Bushkill Creek dams

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
April 15, 2022
Construction on projects like the Acopian Engineering Center and Markle Parking Deck is on track. (Photo by Caroline Burns' 22 for The Lafayette)

College endowment in ‘great shape’ as construction on campus progresses

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
April 8, 2022
The Milford-Upper Black Eddy bridge used to be located 15 miles down river of Easton but was destroyed during the 1903 flood. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Arts Center Flooding)

Archives of 1903 Easton flood reveal horrific destruction

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
March 25, 2022
A Budget Planning Committee will be formed to guide the budgeting process. (Photo by Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette)

How Lafayette’s classes, professors and programs get funded

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
March 11, 2022
The room, which houses furniture from Lafayette benefactor Fred Kirby, can only be opened when a member of the Kirby family visits campus. (Photo by Gilad Evans '24 for The Lafayette)

Kirby family only: The story behind the secret room in Van Wickle Hall

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
February 25, 2022
The affinity group will help provide students with volunteer and job opportunities. (Photo by Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette)

Alumni and faculty to create a sustainability affinity group

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
February 18, 2022
David Showell '51 was the catalyst for Lafayette's boycott of the 1949 Sun Bowl (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Special Collections and Archives)

Three Black men who shaped Lafayette College

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
February 11, 2022
Breyer has spent 28 years as a justice for the nation's highest court. (Photo courtesy the United States Supreme Court website)

Government & Law professors discuss the retirement of Justice Stephen Breyer

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
February 4, 2022
In addition to his positive presence inside the classroom, Ahene led change around campus, starting the Africana Studies Program and working with the Association of Black Collegians. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)

Economics Professor Rexford Ahene, father of Portlock Cultural Center, to retire after 40 years at the college

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
January 28, 2022
Unlike his acquaintance George Washington, the Marquis de Lafayette was a staunch supporter of the emancipation of slavery. (Photo by Emma Sylvester '25)

Why the Marquis’ legacy is seldom challenged

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
December 10, 2021
Considering its location next to the Delaware River, Lafayette professors believe that climate change may create greater possibilities of flooding in Easton. (Photo courtesy of City of Easton website)

Lafayette staff and students contribute to Easton’s recently approved climate action plan

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
December 3, 2021
The inscription reads: "This stone marks the road over which General John Sullivan marched June 18, 1779 to quell the Indian insurrection and avenge the Wyoming Massacre." (Photo by Caroline Burns '22)

Controversial memorial for Sullivan’s expedition remains two years after calls for removal

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
November 5, 2021
Jas Verem spoke about his work with the Elizabeth, New Jersey brach of the International Rescue Committee, inviting students to volunteer. (Photo by Caroline Burns '22)

Jas Verem ’00 discusses humanitarian work with International Rescue Committee

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
October 29, 2021
Dean of Students Brian Samble, Title IX Coordinator Amanda Haninck and Student Advocacy & Prevention Coordinator Kate Bednarsky (left to right) discussed the frequency of sexual assault on campus and their efforts to prevent it to a group of about 15 students. (Photo by Gilad Evans '24)

Town hall addresses sexual assault after 13 reports in two months

By Gilad Evans, Contributing Writer
October 22, 2021

Diorio, Samble and Goldstein provide community update at COVID-19 forum, aim for proactive approach in the future

By Gilad Evans
October 1, 2021
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