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This fall, Ashley will be pursuing a PhD in chemical engineering at Drexel University.
Alex Ashley ‘22 wins Pepper Prize
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
(Photo by Brandon Marin 22)
Faculty votes in favor of restructuring, cuts faculty committees by over half
Student Governments Sustainability Committee worked to pass the resolution calling for an increase in transparency regarding the endowment.
Student Government resolution pushes for sustainability in college investments
Student governments new budget guidelines will require clubs to submit financial requests at designated times, as opposed to every week.
Budget request process for student organizations modified
Perry Zimmerman 23 works with Cycle for Survival to benefit rare cancer research. (Photo courtesy of Perry Zimmerman 23)
Student Activist Spotlight: Perry Zimmerman ‘23 has raised millions toward a cancer-free future
Presley Anderson 22 and Abby Esposito 22 were previously the president and vice president of pep band, respectively. (Photo courtesy of Presley Anderson 22)
Student Artists Spotlight: Presley Anderson ’22, Abby Esposito ’22 formed lasting friendships through Pep Band
Josh Peck spoke to students about his experiences in the entertainment business, social media and finding his own happiness. (Photo by Emma Sylvester 25)
‘Hug me brotha’: ‘Drake & Josh’ star Josh Peck welcomed with open arms as Senior Speaker
The food studies exhibit shows off culinary ephemera, or materials related to food and cooking that would not normally have a long shelf life. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)
You are what you(‘re told to) eat: Stefano Mancini ’22 curates food studies exhibit in Skillman
The fundraiser, hosted at LaFarm, will feature prayer, reflection and participation from the local Ukrainian community. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegefarm on Instagram)
‘It’s an act of hope’: LaFarm to hold Sunflowers for Ukraine event on Sunday
The mens lacrosse team found sustained success this season after undergoing a multi-year rebuild, giving hope for the future. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse has best season in twelve years
Senior Ryan Tall shakes hands with the competition following his 30-foot putt to win the Patriot League Individual Championship. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Ryan Tall wins Patriot League Individual Championship, Lafayette places second overall
Freshman Carter Dorighi makes a play up the middle during Lafayettes 13-7 Sundays series, clinching win over Navy. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Leopards take series against Navy, build momentum for playoffs
Freshman Michael Hayes looks to pitch the ball back to junior Julius Young during the Lafayette Maroon and White game. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football plays annual Maroon and White Game, looks ahead to fall season
Lafayettes sports psychologist Julie Amato strives to make sure that the athletes around campus have the mental health support they need. (Photo courtesy of Julie Amato)
Lafayette student-athletes discuss mental health challenges
Op-Ed: Listen to the Cassandras: Prepare for the post-Roe world
The NBA playoffs: Can the newcomers bring new energy to the party?
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Teaching Black literature at Lafayette: A reconsideration
Sidelines: End of lockout/free agency
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls

The Lafayette

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Food waste is composted in Upper Farinon, but that is not currently common practice in Marquis. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

Dining halls measure food waste, discuss future solutions

April 26, 2019
Zadi Zokou talked about the relationship between African Americans and African immigrants to the United States at his film showing Wednesday. (Photo courtesy of Fah Fair 22)

Exploring stereotypes, ancestry: Zadi Zokou discusses his documentary ‘Black N Black’

April 19, 2019
Lucy Kahn 19 won the MacKnight Black Poetry Prize for her poem Red. (Photo courtesy of Lucy Kahn 19)

With passion for writing, MacKnight Black poetry competition winner shares inspiration for her work

April 12, 2019
Upon the showcase of his recent plays Half of Me and In September, Jonathan Arrington hopes to pursue theatre after college. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Student Artist Spotlight: Jonathan Arrington showcased plays, shares passion for the art of theatre

April 5, 2019
The Skillman Library exhibition FOLD showcases the works of Natalie Brand, Károly Andruoko and Claire Van Vliet. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

‘Works of art that use the form of the book’: Skillman Library Special Collections showcases three-dimensional works of art

March 15, 2019
Downtown restaurants, cafes and bakeries will be offering a wide range of sweets for this Valentines Day. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Downtown Easton gets into the Valentine’s Day spirit

February 8, 2019
Ryan Mason, owner of downtown bakery Cake and Corolla, is looking to eventually host student art shows. (Photo courtesy of Ryan Mason)

Downtown bakery-café is ‘geared entirely toward the Easton community’

February 1, 2019
Moby Dick led English Professor Christopher Phillips to make important career changes in his life. (Photo courtesy of barnesandnoble.com)

Professor Christopher Phillips finds inspiration, depth in ‘Moby Dick’

December 7, 2018
Tonight, mental health advocate and poet Sierra Demulder will visit during an open-mic night. (Photo courtesy of Sierra Demulders public Facebook page)

Open-mic tonight to focus on issues of mental health, advocate and poet Sierra Demulder to visit

November 30, 2018
In his youth, engineering professor David Mante deeply connected with Roald Dahls Danny, the Champion of the World. (Photo courtesy of David Mante)

Though an expert in engineering, David Mante indulges in fiction

November 16, 2018
The Henna Project event will happen today, Friday 27th, on the Quad (Photo courtesy of Maxpixel.com)

Showing solidarity with those who struggle: “The Henna Project” aims to open up conversation about mental health

April 27, 2018
Suzanne Anker emphasizes how the disciplines of art and science can be combined in beautiful ways. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Combining art and science: Bio Artist Suzanne Anker speaks on importance of her field

April 13, 2018
Guys and Dolls takes the audience on a trip back to New York in the 1950s. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Review: The Marquis Players’ “Guys and Dolls” impresses with choreography and comedy

April 6, 2018
Alexa & Katie tells the story of two best friends sticking together as one is diagnosed with cancer. (Photo courtesy of Youtube)

Netflix Review: Geared toward a younger audience, “Alexa & Katie” takes on serious themes surrounding illness

April 6, 2018
Photo courtesy of Everytown for Gun Safety March For Our Lives Easton to march on Saturday, March 24

Students organize the “March for Our Lives Easton”, join national movement on gun control

March 23, 2018
Santa Clarita Diet is through-provoking, yet comedic. Photo Courtesy of Google.com

“Santa Clarita Diet” explores how crisis can unite a family in unexpected ways

March 9, 2018
Junior DB Dmitry Smith reading to elementary school students (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Visit to elementary school on National Read Across America Day reminds football players “why we play the game”

March 9, 2018
Video still from The Perilous Journey of Maria Rosa Palacios, 2016. Photo Courtesy of Karina Skvirsky

What photography means for art professor Karina Skvirsky

March 2, 2018
Get ready to dance to your own beat at the Silent Disco this Friday. Photo Courtesy of Creative Commons

Dancing in the dark: silent disco to take over Farinon

February 2, 2018

Swimming and diving team prepare for league championship

February 2, 2018
Senior Dave McGriff won both the shot put and the weight throw at the indoor rivalry meet. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Track and field falls short at the indoor rivalry meet

January 26, 2018

ReVIEWing the 35mm Slide

January 26, 2018
Senior Kelvin Serem plans on continuing the construction of his school in Kenya. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Returning to his roots: Kelvin Serem to return to hometown to teach at school he founded

December 1, 2017
(Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Off the Hill: Magic on the Lehigh Parkway

December 1, 2017
Tucker Silk Mill recently opened at the Simon Silk Mill. (Photo by Adrianna Barazotti 21)

Off the Hill: Tucker Silk Mill

November 17, 2017
The mens team takes off at the start of the race. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Cross Country concludes their season at NCAA Regionals

November 17, 2017
America on Wheels museum in Allentown exhibits history of the automobile (Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons).

Off the Hill: America on Wheels museum boasts antique cars

November 10, 2017
Cross Country team competes at the Patriot League Tournament (Photo by Amy Hewlett 19)

Three runners post personal bests as Cross Country competes Patriot League Championship

November 3, 2017
Lafayette golf team (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Golf beats Lehigh in President’s Cup

October 27, 2017
Phillip Parham by the quad (Photo by Dilge Dilsiz 19)

Timeout with… senior defensive back Phillip Parham

October 20, 2017
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