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Tasha Cengel ‘26 was studying electrical and computer engineering at Lafayette College. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cengel)
Tasha Cengel ‘26 remembered for ‘endlessly giving heart’
Lafayette College saw its lowest acceptance rate, 28.2%, for the Class of 2021.
College reports record number of applicants, increased selectivity
Syllabi are considered intellectual property, so uploading documents to the repository is optional for faculty.
New syllabus repository released for course registration
Under the new system, students will be able to use Pard Dollars at local establishments that use Grubhub. (Photo courtesy of Google Play)
Online dining ordering system to move to GrubHub
Lafayette College faculty overwhelmingly voted to revise the curriculum in a 95-12 vote.
Lafayette reveals new common curriculum ahead of Class of 2029 enrollment
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
Under the new system, students will be able to use Pard Dollars at local establishments that use Grubhub. (Photo courtesy of Google Play)
Online dining ordering system to move to GrubHub
Student Government reports on committee progress, adjusts budgets at March 13, 27 meeting
Student Government reports on committee progress, adjusts budgets at March 13, 27 meeting
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
Syllabi are considered intellectual property, so uploading documents to the repository is optional for faculty.
New syllabus repository released for course registration
Lafayette College faculty overwhelmingly voted to revise the curriculum in a 95-12 vote.
Lafayette reveals new common curriculum ahead of Class of 2029 enrollment
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
Approximately $5 million of the district’s revised budget will go to design and development costs for the new school.
Easton Area School District faces budget funding deficit amid new high school plans
Attendees of the march heard speeches from local politicians and activists.
Easton community rallies against Trump administration
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’
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
Lafayette College saw its lowest acceptance rate, 28.2%, for the Class of 2021.
College reports record number of applicants, increased selectivity
Lafayette College faculty overwhelmingly voted to revise the curriculum in a 95-12 vote.
Lafayette reveals new common curriculum ahead of Class of 2029 enrollment
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
Both Virginia Sacotingo '25 and Jahi Heath '25 plan to continue and expand their brands.
Student products stocked in college store
"Mad Bills to Pay" (2025) is also known as "Destiny, dile que no soy malo." (Photo courtesy of Joel Vargas' press kit)
Alum Spotlight: Joel Vargas ’14 film shown at Sundance, MoMA
Both student composers and instrumentalists will be featured in the concerts of the Pennsylvania Sinfonia Orchestra.
Professional orchestra to play student compositions
The "Thinking Trans // Trans Thinking Conference" featured multiple speakers and was sponsored by the philosophy department. (Photo courtesy of Amy Marvin)
‘Thinking Trans // Trans Thinking Conference’ sparks meaningful conversations
Alex Ashley '22 and Alina Sosa '22 came to campus to hold a session of "Fate of the Feds." (Photo courtesy of @fateofthefeds on Instagram)
‘A party game about life, death, crime, justice’
The members of "geek" write their own songs and have an EP of four originals releasing soon.
‘geek’ gets nerdy about music
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’
“Sunrise on the Reaping” comes second in the series' line of prequel books, with the first, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” released in 2020. (Photo courtesy of Amazon)
Nat’s Novels: ‘Sunrise on the Reaping,’ a prequel that does its job right
"The Electric State" has been panned by critics, recieving a 16% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘The Electric State’ is anything but electric
"Alexander" was first released in 2004 to little critical success. (Photo courtesy of Amazon)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Alexander: The Ultimate Cut’ redefines the film
"MAYHEM" is Lady Gaga's first solo studio album since the release of "Chromatica" in 2020. (Photo courtesy of Spotify)
Music Review: ‘MAYHEM’ sees Lady Gaga pay homage to her beginnings
College theater's production of "Much Ado About Nothing" highlights queerness in the story.
Performance Review: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ adds much to classic tale
Tonic is located in downtown Easton and is open from noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.
Tonic shakes up Easton drinking scene
Salvage Goods II Gilded is just down the block from Salvage Goods on S. 3rd Street in Easton.
Vintage eatery joins downtown Easton
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
The "Cultural Exchange" event took place in the Grossman House library.
‘Cultural Exchange’ fosters connection over chords, cuisine
Theater Underground was reintroduced to campus last spring. (Photo courtesy of Adam Fox '27)
Making it up as they go
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 stained glass panels in the lobby of Pardee Hall — created by a Belgian artist — feature images inspired by various medieval motifs.
A gift from Belgium
Rich and Gerry Jaffé's wedding party was filled with friends from Lafayette College.
A relic of love outside of South
Former college President Ethelbert Dudley Warfield was the first president in the college's history to face the possibility of a successful vote of no confidence. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The college’s first ‘almost’ vote of no confidence
Scott Hall once belonged to the brothers of Phi Delta Theta fraternity, but was later sold to the college in the 1980s.
Haunted houses
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Isabel Sorrells '23 changed her major as a junior from Government & Law and psychology to pursue art at Lafayette College. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Sorrells '23)
Alum Spotlight: Isabel Sorrells ’23 makes empowering art that blossoms
Kristine Zeigler '96 studied art and French at Lafayette College. (Photo by Robin Osgood)
Alum Spotlight: Planet Women co-founder changes conservation culture
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
Christian Kiselica served as Lafayette's volleyball head coach after coming from Cedar Crest College. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball coach resigns
Freshman midfielder Joseph Duggan scored a third quarter goal against Bucknell University on Friday.
Men’s lacrosse bulldozes Bucknell
The track and field team competed in its second outdoor meet of the season on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin Lara for GoLeopards)
Track and field tallies multiple 1st-place finishes at Lafayette Open
The men's club rugby team took home second place in their tournament at DeSales University this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of @lafayetterugby on Instagram)
Men’s and women’s rugby ‘try’ for victory
The baseball team recorded 26 total runs across the past week of play. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Baseball splits series with Lehigh, falls to UPenn
Name, image and likeness deals in recent years have upended the financial operations of college football. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Transfer portal shakes up football roster
The football team is already preparing for the 2025 season.
Football adds 21 new players on National Signing Day
The football team's two-game Rivalry winning streak was snapped on Saturday.
Football falters in 160th Rivalry game
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
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
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
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 Michaela Salvati reacts to a Colgate shot on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Colgate Athletics)
Women’s soccer loses Patriot League matchup against 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
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
Senior midfielder Michaela Salvati reacts to a Colgate shot on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Colgate Athletics)
Women’s soccer loses Patriot League matchup against Colgate
Sophomore goalkeeper Catherine Apker tallied seven saves as part of women's soccer's 3-0 victory against American last Saturday. (Photo by Nathan Feder for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer dismantles American
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
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
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
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball wins final 2 games, earns home play-in game
Freshman guard Mark Butler dribbles down the court against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s basketball teams lose in Patriot League playoffs
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
Sophomore USC guard JuJu Watkins is the favorite to win the Naismith Player of the Year award. (Photo courtesy of ESPN)
Sidelines: It’s time to watch the women ball
Freshman guard Alex Chaikin put up a career-high 27 points against Army on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball wins 150th series Rivalry Game, gets revenge against Army
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips looks to finish through contact against Bucknell University.
Men’s basketball drops key matchups against Bucknell, at Holy Cross
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
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball wins final 2 games, earns home play-in game
The Leopards will look to retain home-court advantage for their first postseason matchup in their final two games. (Photo courtesy of Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball drops matches to Holy Cross, Army
Freshman guard Talia Zurinskas drives to the basket against Holy Cross on Wednesday.
Women’s basketball skids against Bucknell, Holy Cross
Senior guard Halee Smith looks to attack the basket against American University on Wednesday night. (Photo by Austin Carey '27)
Women’s basketball notches back-to-back wins
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
Freshman midfielder Joseph Duggan scored a third quarter goal against Bucknell University on Friday.
Men’s lacrosse bulldozes Bucknell
Senior attacker Haleigh Albrecht put up two shots in Saturday's contest against Army. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse stifled by Army
The softball team went on a 5-game winning streak over the break. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Catching up on everything we’ve missed over 2 weeks
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
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
Freshman midfielder Joseph Duggan scored a third quarter goal against Bucknell University on Friday.
Men’s lacrosse bulldozes Bucknell
The softball team went on a 5-game winning streak over the break. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Catching up on everything we’ve missed over 2 weeks
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
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
The men's lacrosse team got back in the win column before its first Patriot League matchup against No. 5 Army on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse crushes Le Moyne
Senior attacker Haleigh Albrecht put up two shots in Saturday's contest against Army. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse stifled by Army
The softball team went on a 5-game winning streak over the break. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Catching up on everything we’ve missed over 2 weeks
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
Senior Sara Rogers scored four goals against Central Connecticut State University on Wednesday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse falls against ODU, explodes against CCSU
Junior midfielder Katie Marrs drives up the field in the Leopards' 13-9 comeback victory over Wagner College.
Women’s lacrosse beats Wagner after 2nd half resurgence
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
Op-ed: Live life sustainably
Op-ed: Halftime: A moment for inspiration
Op-ed: Erasing identity erases reality
Students gathered on the Quad this year to witness a historic solar eclipse.
Editorial: Reflecting on 2024, looking ahead to 2025
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
Letter to the editor: Responding to the no-confidence motion
Letter to the editor: Responding to the no-confidence motion
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Editorial: A call for campus contribution
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Second time's the charm
On the Spot: Second time’s the charm
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
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
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The Lafayette
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Ed and Ashley Bianchi are leaving College Hill after 5 years at Lafayette. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Saying goodbye to the Bianchis: a reflection on their time at Lafayette

By Jane Collins
May 4, 2018

Students receive national, international fellowships, grants

By Jane Collins
April 27, 2018
There are currently 61 custodians employed by Facilities Operations. Photo by Elle Cox '21

Stretched too thin: Custodians feel understaffed as college grows

By Jane Collins
April 13, 2018
910 students voted in the most recent election that filled 9 positions on student government. (Photo by Saeed Malami '20).

Nine students elected to student government positions: Four new positions under revised structure

By Jane Collins
March 30, 2018
The #MeToo panel, consisting of students and professors, was sponsored by PASA and the Office of Educational Equity. Photo by Elle Cox '21

#MeToo Panels discusses concerns with Greek life and sexual assault

By Jane Collins
March 23, 2018
Connor Burwell '19 will be leading student government under its new organizational structure for the 2018-19 academic year. (Photo courtesy Connor Burwell '19)

“More accessible, more energy, more passion”: Student government president-elect Connor Burwell’s goals for his term

By Jane Collins
March 9, 2018
Equity, Transformation, and Accountability Board continues to work on meeting list of concerns for marginalized students

Equity, Transformation, and Accountability Board continues to work on meeting list of concerns for marginalized students

By Jane Collins
March 2, 2018
Each semester, students are burdened with textbook costs that have been increasing in recent years. Photo by Irwin Frimpong '21

Textbook prices impose challenges for students: College looking for alternatives to increase affordability

By Jane Collins
February 23, 2018
Photo by Sage Herz '21

Lafayette gifted $3 million endowment for interdisciplinary engineering chair

By Jane Collins
February 16, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox '21

Director of Health Services expects flu “peak” in coming weeks: campus implements precautions

By Jane Collins
February 9, 2018
College archivist Pam Murray was granted honorary membership of Alpha Phi Omega for her continued maintenance of historical documents. Photo by Elle Cox '21

College archivist granted honorary membership to APO for commitment to history

By Jane Collins
February 2, 2018
Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Archives

Alpha Phi Omega to regain Alpha charter

By Jane Collins
January 26, 2018
(Photo by Jess Furtado '19)

Striving for equity in the educational experience: Jessica Brown begins work on campus

By Jane Collins
December 8, 2017
Students use recycled bottles to create colorful "fish" to be hung in Farinon. (Photo by Jess Furtado '19)

Recycling day promotes campus trend

By Jane Collins
November 17, 2017
(Photo Courtesy of Whiteman Air Force Base)

Easton Hospital earns “C” rating for hospital safety

By Jane Collins
November 10, 2017
Walkway in front of Skillman Library. (Photo by Lauren Fox).

Students begin initiative to create multicultural Greek organization

By Jane Collins
November 3, 2017
Lance, Hugo, and Basie will be leaving the college after a year and half of training in the dog house (Photo Courtesy Sydney Crowe '19).

Wagging farewell: Lafayette says goodbye to Lance, Hugo and Basie

By Jane Collins
October 20, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration (Hana Isihara '17).

Tenure process changes implemented this fall after approval at end of spring

By Jane Collins
October 6, 2017
(Photo by Elaine Huang '19)

Lafayette maintains sexual assault investigation policies in face of federal policy changes

By Jane Collins
September 29, 2017

Search for Educational Equity Coordinator ensues, position will expand Title IX coordinator’s role

By Jane Collins
September 22, 2017
Sustainability Director Marie Fechik-Kirk with the Director of Homeless Services at Third Street Alliance during the college's Green Move Out initiative. Photo Courtesy Marie Fechik-Kirk.

Bringing back the data in sustainability efforts: college emissions down 14.3% since 2008

By Jane Collins
September 15, 2017
William C. Buck Hall, Williams Arts Campus © Chuck Zovko / Zovko Photographic llc April 18, 2015

College receives grant to focus on history and culture of the Lehigh Valley

By Jane Collins
September 8, 2017
(Photo courtesy of Nouman Naveed '19)

Familiar face, new role: Chris Hunt returns to Lafayette as Dean of Equity and Inclusion

By Jane Collins
September 1, 2017
Dean of Students Paul McLoughlin leaves the college after five years. (photo by Clay Wegrzynowicz, 2017.)

Dean McLoughlin moves on, leaves behind “strong connections”

By Jane Collins
May 5, 2017
Stavros Kariofillis '17 stands in front of a research poster. (Courtesy of Stavros Kariofillis '17)

Seniors to graduate with global opportunities, research

By Jane Collins
April 21, 2017
Students celebrated the beginning of Earth Week with a carnival on the quad (Photo by Courtney DeVita '19).

Earth week events encourage recycling, educate on sustainability

By Jane Collins
April 21, 2017
(courtesy Ben Draves '17)

Beating the odds: Students compete in DataFest

By Jane Collins
April 14, 2017
Forensics Society at nationals. (Courtesy of Scott Placke).

Forensics Society helps pioneer new national competition

By Jane Collins
April 7, 2017
Political activist and author Frank Bardacke will visit the college next week. Photo Courtesy of Verso Books.

Anti-war political activist from Vietnam era to visit college

By Jane Collins
March 31, 2017
Amanda Miner '18 studying abroad in Costa Rica fall 2016. Courtesy of Noureen Abdelrahman '18.

Amanda Miner ’18: A positive spirit devoted to community service

By Jane Collins
March 24, 2017
Mass immigration panel sparks wide debate

Mass immigration panel sparks wide debate

By Jane Collins
March 10, 2017
Outside of Alpha Building in downtown Easton, which some Lafayette offices occupy. (Photo by Courtney DeVita '19)

Easton approves new comprehensive growth plan

By Jane Collins
March 3, 2017
Conceptual watercolor sketches of the view from High Street down McCartney Street toward March Street. (Courtesy of the President's Office)

Vote on Lafayette’s zoning changes postponed to April

By Jane Collins
February 10, 2017

Admissions applications break fifth record in six years

By Jane Collins
January 27, 2017
Students at Northampton County Prison in the class Women in the U.S. Criminal Justice System.

Course taught with prison inmates discontinued for next semester

By Jane Collins
December 2, 2016
Joey Towers '18. (Courtesy of John Onorati '17)

Joey Towers ’18 remembered for living life to the fullest

By Jane Collins
November 4, 2016
The student government office in Farinon. (Photo by Ben Fuller '21)

Student Government extends petition deadline to meet candidate quota

By Jane Collins
October 28, 2016
Location of the parking lot by the forthcoming Bushkill Campus. (Google Maps)

Parking areas to expand

By Jane Collins
October 21, 2016
(Courtesy of Peter Todaro '17)

School changes pesticides: Chemicals switched to prevent colony collapse

By Jane Collins
September 30, 2016
The bracelet handed out at Sarah Bramley's memorial service on campus. It reads "People throw rocks at the things that shine." (Ian Morse '17)

College gathers to honor memory of Sarah Bramley ’19

By Jane Collins
September 23, 2016

PARDner and Peer Mentor program to merge: Mentoring program for athletes to combine with academic advising program

By Jane Collins
September 16, 2016
183 years later, South still stands

183 years later, South still stands

By Jane Collins
September 9, 2016
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