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The Aaron O. Hoff Awards were established in 1991. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Hoff Awards changes reversed after faculty condemnation
Menstrual product dispensers are currently located in over 30 academic and residential buildings.
Lafayette to fund Menstrual Equity Project in perpetuity
Shieber taught 20 courses during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette mourns death of philosophy professor Joseph Shieber
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
The visit to the conference comes after Sigma Tau Delta was established on campus in October. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
English students present work at national conference
The visit to the conference comes after Sigma Tau Delta was established on campus in October. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
English students present work at national conference
The government and law major has a storied history at the college.
Why government and law, not political science?
Chip Bergh 79 and Ilan Peleg have been friends for decades. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Ilan Peleg Award established, awarded to 2 professors
The shuttle is often the primary mode of transportation for students taking art, film & media studies or theater classes on the arts campus.
Arts campus shuttle service frustrates students
Mark Sapara comes to Lafayette after a two-year tenure at Oberlin College. (Photo courtesy of Mark Sapara)
Mark Sapara named student life’s first associate vice president
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
Student Government forms additional committee at April 4 meeting
Former Reps. Virginia Sacotingo 25 and Dashawn Sheffield 27 both did DEI work in Student Government. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Unsuccessful inclusivity officer candidate, second representative, resign from Student Government
Student Governments March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations
Student Government’s March 21, 28 meetings see changes, resignations
The Pard Pantry was first opened in 2019.
Pard Pantry to open on weekly basis
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
The Aaron O. Hoff Awards were established in 1991. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Hoff Awards changes reversed after faculty condemnation
Shieber taught 20 courses during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette mourns death of philosophy professor Joseph Shieber
Much of Laura McGranes time at Haverford College was spent strengthening the arts and sciences. (Photo courtesy of Laura McGrane)
Laura McGrane named next provost
The faculty voted 92-26 in favor of the new mission statement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Residence Life)
Faculty approves revised mission and values statement
Chip Bergh 79 and Ilan Peleg have been friends for decades. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Ilan Peleg Award established, awarded to 2 professors
No damage was reported in Easton. (Photo courtesy of the United States Geological Survey)
Earthquake rattles Lafayette
The Lehigh Valley Railroad currently sits abandoned on the Delaware River, located half a mile away from Downtown Easton.
Lehigh Valley explores possible passenger rail routes
Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican former President Donald J. Trump have already vanquished their primary rivals, setting the stage for a 2020 election rematch. (Graphic by Trebor Maitin 24 for The Lafayette)
Easton election guide: 2024 primary election
The deadline to apply for Easton Alfresco is March 31. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Business)
Easton restaurant outdoor dining fee hiked up to 500 percent
The speeches came during the Public Comments portion of the Feb. 13 meeting in Easton. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley News)
Students, faculty member lead ceasefire discussion at City Hall meeting
The car accident occurred on Sunday evening. (Photo courtesy of Alex Foster 24)
Cattell Street DUI results in arrest, damage to student vehicle
According to a college spokesman, Public Safety responded to the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on three occasions. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Man arrested outside Kappa Kappa Gamma house
All police officers in Pennsylvania are required to undergo deescalation training.
How Public Safety aims to deescalate situations
Tamir Freeman is a 23-year-old male said to have last resided on the 200 block of Northampton Street in Easton. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
Manhunt in progress for Easton shooting suspect
There are two types of officers that work under Public Safety: campus police officers and security officers.
Public Safety 101
The Aaron O. Hoff Awards were established in 1991. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Hoff Awards changes reversed after faculty condemnation
Much of Laura McGranes time at Haverford College was spent strengthening the arts and sciences. (Photo courtesy of Laura McGrane)
Laura McGrane named next provost
The applications reported for the class of 2028 mark a slight increase from last years class.
Lafayette College receives second-highest number of applicants ever
The faculty voted 92-26 in favor of the new mission statement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Residence Life)
Faculty approves revised mission and values statement
The controversial stair project was completed in September.
Environmentalists continue to raise concerns about deforestation by Lafayette
Kristen Vincent 26 fell in love with art-inspired poetry while taking a creative writing class.
Kristen Vincent ‘26 wins Jean Corrie Poetry Contest
“Cabaret” will run Friday and Saturday in the Williams Center for the Arts.
Performance Review: Marquis Players’ ‘Cabaret’ a show-stopping production
Students gathered on the Quad to watch the historic eclipse.
Campus ‘over the moon’ for solar eclipse
Mark Reid aims to increase outreach initiatives in Easton’s community gardens. (Photo courtesy of @seedfarm on Instagram)
Meet Mark Reid, the community gardener
The student and faculty-led food justice project uses community gardens to promote food accessiblity.
Faculty-student food justice project examines local food insecurity
The Beaver People includes two saxophonists, a guitarist and a keyboardist.
Meet The Beaver People
Olivia Hofmann 24 and Olivia Bamford 24 both transitioned from violin to oboe before high school.
The Olivias of the oboe section
Chris Nappo 27 first started making pottery in the ninth grade. (Photo courtesy of Chris Nappo Ceramics)
Student Artist Spotlight: Chris Nappo ’27 sells pottery from Easton to Alaska
For Those Who Waited uses songs Téo Rodriguez 24 has written over the last three years. (Photo courtesy of Téo Rodriguez 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Rapper Téo Rodriguez ‘24 releases debut album
Carnival Craze puts carnival fun into an interactive board game.
Matthew Moise ’24 develops new board game
“Cabaret” will run Friday and Saturday in the Williams Center for the Arts.
Performance Review: Marquis Players’ ‘Cabaret’ a show-stopping production
Masters of the Air is visually excellent but poorly paced. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Masters of the Air’ has compelling action, rough pacing
Gyro Concept offers a plethora of classic Greek dishes on its menu.
Restaurant Review: Gyro Concept brings authentic Greek fare to College Hill
After years of sitting vacant, Takkii Ramen opened for business a few weeks ago.
Restaurant Review: Takkii Ramen, homely despite robots
Ariana Grande responds to public opinion on her love life in her new album. (Photo courtesy of Spotify)
Album Review: Ariana Grande’s ‘eternal sunshine’ is ‘imperfect for you’
Josies New York Deli was remodeled last year.
Small Business Spotlight: Josie’s New York Deli brings big city charm to Easton
Fox Bakerys shelves include many European treats, such as Russian honey cake.
Small Business Spotlight: Fox Bakery brings European treats to Easton
Barbara Vasconez and Mik Mattis are the team that runs all operations at Mystery Box Games.
Small Business Spotlight: Every night is game night at Mystery Box Games
The idea for Seth and Co. Coffee started as an online business.
Small Business Spotlight: Seth and Co. Coffee builds community for young adults with special needs
Belleville Market features handmade goods and has a homey energy.
Small Business Spotlight: Belleville Market brings Parisian charm to Pennsylvania
Yarn Club meets every Friday in Keefe Commons. (Photo courtesy of Danielle Lindsley 25)
Yarn Club: Not just for grannies
Cheese Club features a Cheese of the Day on its Instagram account every Monday and Wednesday. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Cheese club? You better brie-lieve it!
The Prestigious Pardettes will be performing at basketball games this winter. (Photo courtesy of Janiya Hood 25)
Prestigious Pardettes perform at first ever fall showcase
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a celebration of unity and love. (Photo courtesy of Susanna Hontz 24)
Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates Chinese cultural traditions
Ari Ismail ‘26 and Ariel Haber-Fawcett ‘25 created the Middle Eastern Studies Association to raise awareness of issues in the region.
From the court to the stage
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
The Presidents House has a rich history that spans over a century.
A look into the President’s House then and now
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
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 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
The Leopards celebrate after sophomore Sam Gelber walks off against Colgate in a historic win.
Men’s tennis upsets Colgate for first time in 17 years
Senior RHP Bo Planeta hurls a pitch against the University of Delaware. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Baseball goes .500 in 6 games
Senior Grace McEneaney and sophomore Lily Bentley both placed second in their classes and qualified for nationals. (Photos courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)
Equestrian riders going national after success at zones
Senior distance runner Sam Fowler runs the steeplechase against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Track and field team sees strong performances in loss to Lehigh
Senior midfielder John Mathes drives past a Navy defender towards the goal. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse falls to Navy
Four Leopards have declared for the 2024 NFL draft. (Photos courtesy of GoLeopards)
Leopards declare for the NFL Draft
Football head coach John Troxell has been a part of the Lafayette community for almost 35 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Magazine)
John Troxell: Standout coach, standout student, standout Leopard
The new class of players includes two from the Lehigh Valley. (Photo by Jay Bendlin for GoLeopards)
Leopards football welcomes 27 players on National Signing Day
Donavon Nathaniel comes to Lafayette by way of University of Wisconsin-Platteville with stops at Georgia State and Kansas. (Photo courtesy of University of Wisconsin-Platteville)
Football coaching staff reloads with hire of Donavon Nathaniel
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis runs past a Delaware defender. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football falls to Delaware in nail-biter in first round of FCS playoffs
Freshman forward Roy Biegon evades two Army defenders on Sept. 27. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Freshman Roy Biegon on the transition from Kenya to College Hill
Members of the mens soccer team has been reading books about teamwork to the students. (Photo courtesy of Lawrence Aydlett 25)
Earn Your Spots book club connects soccer players with local students
Junior forward Lawrence Aydlett fights off a Boston defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ends dominant run with Patriot League championship loss at BU
Members of the soccer team thank fans after their quarterfinal victory over American University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer championship preview
Senior forward Hale Lombard takes a shot against American in the Patriot League quarterfinal game. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer vies for Patriot League title after overtime wins against American, Loyola
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
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
Senior forward Kyle Jenkins shoots during the game against Colgate in which he notched his 1000th career point. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball defeats American, drops close game to Colgate
Freshman Mark Butler handles the ball against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball falls in double OT to Lehigh, drops Loyola matchup
Junior forward Chris Rubayo locks down an Army defender during the Leopards close win over the Black Knights. (Photo courtesy of Army Athletics)
Men’s basketball ends losing streak with wins against Army, Holy Cross
Amanda Golini 17 celebrates with the U.S. National Field Hockey team after clinching an Olympic berth. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College on Linkedin)
Amanda Golini ‘17 qualifies for Paris Olympics with U.S. Field Hockey
Junior midfielder and captain Lineke Spaans dribbles against American in the Patriot League final. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls to American in Patriot League final
The field hockey team celebrates its semifinal win against Boston. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey championship preview
Junior midfielder Lineke Spaans earned First Team honors for her 29-point season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey defeats Lehigh, Boston on way to championship
Sophomore midfielder Josephine van Wijk fires a shot on goal during the Leopards win over Towson. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey brings winning streak to 7 with non-conference wins
The Leopards celebrate after sophomore Sam Gelber walks off against Colgate in a historic win.
Men’s tennis upsets Colgate for first time in 17 years
Freshman Hanna Ganchi returns a volley. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Tennis shines in out of conference competition against Wagner, men fall to Navy
Sophomore Carmen Merkel rockets a forehand during the Leopards win over Fairfield University. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Tennis teams serve up success in Florida, split home matches
Junior Arman Ganchi returns a backhand during the match against Le Moyne College.
Women’s tennis picks up win against Le Moyne, men struggle
Sophomore Paras Briegel hits a backhand. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Tennis goes undefeated in weekend matches
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
Freshman middle back Irelynd Lorenzen spikes the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in blowout matches against Lehigh, Bucknell
Freshman outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to bump the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls to Loyola in hard-fought match
Christian Kiselica led George Washington to a top-25 ranking prior to coming to Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Christian Kiselica named head volleyball coach
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
Op-ed: Do better, Lafayette
On the Spot: Who is a Lafayette woman you admire?
On the Spot: Who is a Lafayette woman you admire?
Letter to the editor: Restoring Lafayette’s liberal arts vision
Op-ed: It’s time for a change
Op-ed: A reflection of public art on campus
Op-ed: Do better, Lafayette
Op-ed: It’s time for a change
Op-ed: A reflection of public art on campus
Op-ed: A new vision for Lafayette Communications
Editorial: Reflecting on 2023
Editorial: Reflecting on 2023
Letter to the editor: Restoring Lafayette’s liberal arts vision
Letter to the editor: Building ethical guidelines for The Lafayette
Letter to the editor: Henry Kissinger’s legacy
Letter to the editor: Response to Pards for Palestine
Letter from the editor: Student Government debate
Letter from the editor: Student Government debate
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and got a sense of his soul.
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Dont worry, the Quaddlers cant 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, well do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
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Scenes from Lafayette’s Frankenstein 2029 production, which runs through this Saturday, depict three stories: the story of old Frankenstein, new Frankenstein and Mary Shelley as she writes her masterpiece. This play is a Lafayette original, written by Gavin Knox ‘17 and theater professor Suzanne Westfall. [Photos by Hana Isihara 17]

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