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College President Nicole Hurd is "brat." (Graphic by Becoming Lafayette for The Scoffayette)
The power of ‘WITH’ storms Lafayette
WHATEVA. WHATEVA. (Graphic by No Money, No Prospects for the Scoffayette)
Leaked documents from the bowels of The Scoffayette’s google drive
"It consumes my life," said one student about their parents' presence on the site. "My every waking thought." (Graphic by Angry Ferret for The Scoffayette)
Children of Lafayette College parents Facebook group members speak out
For realsies guys. (Photo by Stubert Jehosephat Romano)
A message from our sponsor
You cannot impeach the horse. (Graphic by Hungry Hungry Hippo for The Scoffayette)
All administrative vacancies filled by horse
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
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The Lafayette
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The Lafayette
All content by Jack Paradis
The softball team plays a series of games at home this weekend against Marist University and St. Peter's University. (Photo by Bennett Scarborough for GoLeopards)

Softball falls to 0-16 overall

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
March 14, 2025
Freshman Nicholas Blalock led the Leopards in scoring on Saturday with two goals. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Men’s lacrosse falls to No. 5 Army

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
March 7, 2025
Junior infielder Kylee Sweet had two hits in the final game of the Panther Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Softball remains winless after Panther Invitational

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
February 28, 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
The women's fencing team went 72-12 in total bouts faced at the FDU Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Makenna McCall '27)

Women’s fencing dominates at FDU Invitational

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
February 14, 2025
The men's and women's tennis team return to action on Saturday against Coppin State. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)

Men’s and women’s tennis drop matches to NJIT

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
February 7, 2025
The swimming and diving team will finish out its regular season next week at Bucknell University. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)

Men’s swim and dive switches it up at NJIT

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
January 31, 2025
The men's basketball team hosted Rosemont College on Nov. 24 for its second home game of the season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

What you missed in athletics over Thanksgiving break

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
December 6, 2024
Senior outside hitter Nina Kernan leaps for a spike in a Nov. 2 matchup against Loyola University Maryland. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Volleyball ends season with loss to Army

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
November 22, 2024
The women's volleyball team earned its second Patriot League win of the season on Nov. 9 against Holy Cross. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Volleyball falls to Colgate, snaps losing streak against Holy Cross

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
November 15, 2024
Junior epee Emily Wells earned eight wins for the Leopards in their season opening meet. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Fencing opens season at Drew

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
November 8, 2024
Junior libero Emily Gouldrup bumps the ball against Lehigh University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Volleyball loses back-to-back games in straight sets, continues losing streak

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
November 1, 2024
Two swimmers come off a turn in the swimming and diving team's season-opening meet against Loyola. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)

Swim opens season with loss to Loyola

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
October 25, 2024
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

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
October 4, 2024
The Leopards continue Patriot League play this weekend after going 1-1 to begin conference play. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Women’s soccer splits first Patriot League games

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
September 27, 2024
Senior Quint Dingledine takes a swing at the Doc Gimmler Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Golf opens season at Bethpage Invitational

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
September 20, 2024
An attempted depiction of an average athlete dining hall breakfast, featuring protein, fresh fruit and carbohydrates.

How do Lafayette athletes fuel up?

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
September 13, 2024
Freshman outfielder Teddy Cashman makes contact with a pitch. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Baseball prevails in Holy Cross series, beats St. Peter’s

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
April 26, 2024
Freshman utility player Luke Caucci slides for the base. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Baseball drops series to Army, beats Lehigh

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
April 19, 2024
The softball team celebrates during the game against Le Moyne on March 13. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Softball drops 3 of 4 University of Maryland tournament

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
March 22, 2024
Junior guard Luka Savicevic shoots over a Lehigh defender during the Leopards' loss. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)

Men’s basketball drops three games in a row

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
March 1, 2024
Sophomore infielder Kylee Sweet takes a swing at the plate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Softball sees mixed results at weekend tournament

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
February 23, 2024
The All-Star Game will be held in Indianapolis this weekend. (Photo courtesy of NBA.com)

Sidelines: NBA All-Star Weekend

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
February 16, 2024
The 49ers mounted an epic comeback over the Lions in the NFC conference championship game. (Photo courtesy of The Phinsider)

Sidelines: Super Bowl LVIII Preview

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
February 9, 2024
The final four teams in the playoffs are the Chiefs, Ravens, Lions and 49ers. (Photo courtesy of The Game Day)

Sidelines: NFL season recap

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
January 26, 2024
Sophomore Harry Dessel shoots from the fairway. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

Golf team can’t play up to scratch in season closer

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
October 27, 2023
Lafayette athletes are always busy between practice, competition and classwork. (Photos by Rick Smith and Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)

A day in the life of two student-athletes

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
October 6, 2023
The pep band will next appear tomorrow during the football game against Columbia. (Photo courtesy of @lafpepband on Instagram)

Keeping the pep in the Leopards’ step

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
September 15, 2023
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis evades a Sacred Heart defender. (Photo by George Vikranis for GoLeopards)

Football impresses in debut, holds off Sacred Heart for second straight year

By Jack Paradis, Contributing Writer
September 8, 2023
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