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Students involved in the investigation will go before the Student Conduct Board.
Women’s rugby facing dozens of hazing charges after Public Safety investigation
No members of the class of 2026 delegation returned to the general body.
Meet your new Student Government representatives
The Office of Sustainability earned the silver designation twice before moving into the gold category.
Sustainability programs earn gold rating for green higher education
Henry Kissinger attended Lafayette for two terms in 1944 through an army program. (Photo courtesy of the Lafayette Alumnus Magazine)
Henry Kissinger’s Lafayette connections
Rep. Susan Wild (D-Pa.), left, has served as the top Democrat on the House Ethics Committee since last September. (Photo by Bill Clark for CQ Roll Call)
The committee that took down George Santos
Juniors are registering for courses today and sophomores and first-years will do the same next week.
Seniors experience glitches in new course registration process
The Jones Lecture is an annual event featuring faculty members presenting from a variety of disciplines.
Jones Faculty Lecturer Melissa Galloway speaks to importance of chemistry in atmosphere
Michael McGuire, who chairs the Faculty Affairs and Resources Committee, praised the new fund for broadening access for professors.
New faculty fund provides travel opportunities for professors
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
The new lobby of Markle Hall has been completed after over 18 months of construction.
Admissions space looking brighter after Markle renovations
No members of the class of 2026 delegation returned to the general body.
Meet your new Student Government representatives
The Nov. 30 meeting saw yet another slate of bylaws amendments.
Student government report card, Nov. 30
The two resignations create additional vacancies in the 2024 and 2026 delegations. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr and Ani Brutus 26)
Student Government sees 2 resignations, including former president
Other than a late start to the meeting, Student Government stuck to its agenda.
Student Government report card, Nov. 16
Student Government finished its scheduled agenda in four minutes.
Student Government report card, Nov. 9
Professor Mike Bertuccis research may help combat dangerous diseases caused by streptococcus gordonii. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Chemistry professor receives teacher-scholar award
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.
College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration
The Jones Lecture is an annual event featuring faculty members presenting from a variety of disciplines.
Jones Faculty Lecturer Melissa Galloway speaks to importance of chemistry in atmosphere
Students hope that offering classes during lunch will ameliorate long lunch lines.
College shakes up course offering schedule after years of delays
The mission statement is a small part of two of Hurds major goals at Lafayette: carrying out both a long-term strategic plan and a master plan.
College seeks community input on mission statement, values
The construction began the week of Oct. 9 and is expected to continue for the remainder of the semester.
Cattell construction seeks to improve safety, poses difficulties to students
Election Day saw a decrease in turnout in Northampton County compared to last years midterm election. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
Democrats wallop Republicans in off-year election
The college has planted 48 trees to account for those removed during the construction of the escarpment trail.
Lafayette works to remedy tree removal dispute
Thursdays shooting was Eastons first fatal shooting since March 2022. (Photo courtesy of Trip Advisor)
Suspect at large after fatal South Side shooting
The group of students was working in the section of the Bushkill Creek in Jacobsburg. (Photo courtesy of Scenic Wild Delaware River)
Student researchers find gun in Bushkill Creek
The colleges yearly crime history is published in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contextualizing the weekly crime log
Thursdays shooting was Eastons first fatal shooting since March 2022. (Photo courtesy of Trip Advisor)
Suspect at large after fatal South Side shooting
Some of those arrested were living at the Hotel Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Meth seized, six arrests made after Downtown raid
The new structure prioritizes technical, safety and communication improvements to Public Safetys emergency preparedness.
Crisis management team revamps campus security procedures
Professor Kathleen Parrish raised concerns about doors not locking from the inside in Pardee Hall.
Public Safety working to clear up lockdown procedures
One of the alternatives for course evaluation access is a syllabus repository.
Faculty committee considers course evaluation alternatives
Applications for ambassadors are now accepted on a rolling basis.
Admissions overhauls student employee application process
Anyone can currently search for Lafayette students by name in the public directory.
Why does Lafayette have a public directory?
The government and law department hopes to implement aspects of the debate into its curriculum.
Campus community prepares to host 2024 vice presidential debate
The college received more geographically diverse applications this year than in previous cycles.
College sees steady increase in early decision applications
Art students showed off their capstone projects at the Grossman Gallery.
Short films, sculptures and spreading awareness
Tyler and Coogan are the Dog Houses newest service dogs in training. (Photo courtesy of @lafdoghouse on Instagram)
New Dog House pups are su-paw-stars
The alpacas on Callowhill Farm are expertly tended to by Christopher Rafferty ‘26. (Photo courtesy of Christopher Rafferty ‘26)
Christopher Rafferty ‘26, alpaca farmer
Easton Winter Village transformed Centre Square with 40 holiday huts housing local vendors.
The Lafayette’s guide to Easton Winter Village
(Graphics by Elisabeth Seidel for The Lafayette)
Lafayette Fashion Society on what’s in this holiday season
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
Elena Duffy 24 is currently working on a new EP. (Photo courtesy of Elena Duffy 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Elena Duffy ‘24 finds her voice
These four holiday albums will warm your soul this season. (Photos courtesy of Spotify)
Soulful holiday albums to soothe your spirit
The Holdovers is a movie to rewatch every holiday season. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘The Holdovers’ is a Christmas movie for the books
“Vampires of El Norte” by Isabel Cañas tells the story of childhood friends who have to deal with both war and mythical creatures. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: Winter break reading list
Spamalot shines in comedy and in song. (Photo courtesy of Playbill)
Performance Review: ‘Spamalot’ is the crown comedy of Broadway
Miracle on 34th Street has a cast of over 20 people made up of students, staff and alumni.
Performance Review: Holiday cheer flurries in ‘Miracle on 34th Street’
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
The Raven 96 was opened out of Raven Gabriels love for the restaurant industry.
Small Business Spotlight: The Raven 96 proves breakfast is most important meal of day
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
Meredith Forman 24 hopes that the addition of pride flags on the arts houses will spur more LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Pride flags installed at art houses as ‘visual show of allyship’
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
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
The current spring concert, Lafchella, features student bands and local performers. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
History of the spring concert
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
Ted Norton eventually resigned from his position at Lafayettes library after being accused of having communist ties. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Communists on campus?: Letters illuminate Lafayette’s Red Scare
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
Shayne Figueroa 99 first became interested in food studies after taking an American Studies class at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Shayne Figueroa 99)
Alumni Spotlight: NYU professor Shayne Figueroa ’99 shares passion for food history
Amy Emerick Clerkin 03 landed a Capitol Hill gig just months after graduation. (Photo courtesy of LegiStorm)
Alumni Spotlight: Amy Emerick Clerkin ’03 on climbing Washington’s ranks
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
College President Nicole Hurd hosted four teams that beat Lehigh this fall. (Photos courtesy of @presidenthurd on Instagram)
Building a tradition
Florida State will play in the Fiesta Bowl after being robbed of a chance at the championship. (Photo courtesy of ESPN)
College football bowl preview
Bob Foltz can be found on the sidelines of nearly every basketball game.
Section 5, row B, seat 1
The fencing team practices at 6 a.m. due to facility conflicts. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Fencing captain looks for administrative support
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
Leopards fans were probably taking pictures at the game with the new iPhone 5s. (Edit by Trebor Maitin for The Lafayette)
The last time football won the Patriot League Championship
The Leopards have a chance to secure the programs first-ever NCAA FCS Playoff win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
FCS playoff preview: Lafayette vs. Delaware
The football team celebrates its commanding victory over Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football routs Lehigh, clinches first Patriot League title since 2013
The Leopards are looking to kill the Mountain Hawks tomorrow. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 159th Rivalry game
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
Junior forward Andrey MacIntyre jumps up for a header against Bucknell. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer finishes regular season with two draws
Bob Foltz can be found on the sidelines of nearly every basketball game.
Section 5, row B, seat 1
Freshman guard Mark Butler elevates for two against Cornell. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball extends losing streak to six
Junior center Justin Vander Baan blocks a shot against Monmouth in the Cathedral Classic. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball winless at weekend tournament, falls to Drexel at home
Senior center Justin Vander Baan tries to muscle by a UCLA defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops back-to-back games in California swing
Sophomore guard Ryan Pettit prepares to pass the ball against St. Josephs. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops season opener against St. Joseph’s
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 field hockey team hopes to extend its winning streak tonight against Towson. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Field hockey beats BU, Providence to clinch playoff spot
Sophomore Jake Magnusson gets set to receive in the first round of the Bucknell Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Tennis teams debut at Bucknell Invitational
The tennis team beat Loyola Maryland for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis sets program record in blowout victory over Loyola Maryland
Senior Halle DeNardo waits to return the ball during her match against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis drops senior day match to Lehigh
Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory
Senior Nash Lovallo was a first place finisher this weekend at the Bloomsburg Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis shines in last fall tournament, looks with optimism to spring season
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
Letter to the Editor: Response to Pards for Palestine
Op-Ed: How do we fill the stands?
On the Spot: What are your thoughts on Roary, the mascot’s new name?
Op-Ed: Pards for Palestine statement
On the Spot: Who is one professor you appreciate?
Op-Ed: How do we fill the stands?
Op-Ed: Pards for Palestine statement
Editorial: A call for transparency
Op-Ed: A Menstrual Equity Open Letter to the administration and student body: Phase Two
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Letter to the Editor: Response to Pards for Palestine
Letter from the Editor: Student Government debate
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The Student Government office should reopen in two to four business days, once the clean up crew takes care of the blood.
Student Government Budget Committee beat to death: Happiness Club, SMAC to blame
During his time on the Shanghai Sharks, Scott T. Pippin was named Most Caring Player.
Scott T. Pippin to take over as head men’s basketball coach
Please dont ask her if shes friends with ChatGPT. Thats racist.
Hurd exposed as AI
Thank you rich donor!
Alum donates millions to scholarship for straight white men
Kevin requires a diet of three small dogs per shift.
Chi Phi party empty after no one solves their riddles three
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Sophomore Kazuki Osawa finished in a tie for first place at the Gimmler Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Sophomore Kazuki Osawa leads golf team to third place finish at Gimmler Invitational

By Kaijie Zhang
September 20, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By Kaijie Zhang
September 6, 2019
Senior Brooke Wensel was named the Patriot League Softball Scholar-Athlete of the Year. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Softball looks to future after shoddy season

By Kaijie Zhang
May 10, 2019
Junior Crosby Spiess took the turn of the 400-meter dash. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Track and field athletes compete at a pair of invitationals, two Leopards enter school record books

By Kaijie Zhang
April 26, 2019
The men and women combined to win 15 events against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s track and field beats rival Lehigh in annual dual meet

By Kaijie Zhang
April 12, 2019
Mens tennis broke through with a win over Holy Cross for their first in conference play. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s tennis defeats Holy Cross, loses to Loyola and Army to open conference play

By Kaijie Zhang
March 29, 2019
Larry Williams favorite part of working in Lower is mingling and making connections with students. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

From Brooklyn to Lower: Larry Williams sits down with The Lafayette

By Kaijie Zhang
September 21, 2018
Junior Ryan Goncalves contributed greatly to set pieces, says head coach Dennis Bohn. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s soccer achieves net neutrality, ties game against Fairleigh Dickinson

By Kaijie Zhang
September 21, 2018
The 12th annual Lafayette Day will be Saturday, Sept. 15 from 11 a.m to 3 p.m (Photo by Elle Cox 21).

A day for Lafayette in Easton: fun activities await students downtown

By Kaijie Zhang
September 14, 2018
Freshman midfielder Sophia Hudson (23) looking to make a play on defense. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s soccer stumbles with two losses after 3-0 start

By Kaijie Zhang
September 7, 2018
Crazy Rich Asians will hit home for viewrs who come from a family with eastern values. Our reviewer was struck by seeing his own experiences reflected in the film. (Courtesy of IMP Awards)

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ stands out as a triumph for cultural representation in Hollywood

By Kaijie Zhang
September 7, 2018
Sophomore Thomas Anthony at the Bison Open. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Cross country women show promise, a Rocky start for the men

By Kaijie Zhang
September 7, 2018
Piper, the protagonist of our reviewers subject material, sets foot in a male-dominated field and succeeds. (Photo Courtesy of Goodreads.com).

Book Review: “Trouble Brewing”: A fast-paced novel with well-developed characters

By Kaijie Zhang
August 31, 2018
Chris Gomez (2) scored the game winner in the Leopards win over Monmouth. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s soccer shows promise, splitting low-scoring first two games

By Kaijie Zhang
August 31, 2018
A deeper look into Avengers: Infinity War (Photo courtesy of ScreenRant.com)

Movie Review | Avengers Infinity War: Marvel’s 19th film showcases complex antagonist in film full of beloved characters

By Kaijie Zhang
May 4, 2018
Freshman Daniel Kramer prepares for a backhand shot. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s tennis beats Holy Cross in first round of Patriot League Tournament: loses to Navy in quarterfinals

By Kaijie Zhang
May 4, 2018
Lafayette’s production of “The Importance of Being Earnest” excels because of the cast’s chemistry with one another. (Photo courtesy of Will Choea)

Cast of “The Importance of Being Earnest” embodies their characters in outstanding ways

By Kaijie Zhang
April 27, 2018

Review: Mark Padmore and Paul Lewis present “marvelous” rendition of Franz Schubert’s “Winterreise”

By Kaijie Zhang
April 27, 2018
Senior Dave McGriff (pictured) broke the school record in the hammer throw, a record previously set in 1976. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

McGriff breaks 42-year old record as track and field competes at Princeton and East Stroudsburg

By Kaijie Zhang
April 27, 2018

Student Artist Spotlight: How Johnny Gossick brought music to an engineering project

By Kaijie Zhang
April 13, 2018
Phylis Kornfeld said she uses art to help people who have been routinely dehumanized to find themselves. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Changing the lives of inmates: prison art specialist speaks on the transformative impact of creativity

By Kaijie Zhang
April 6, 2018
Photo courtesy of Encyclopedia Britannica The Italian Club aims to give students a platform to celebrate their Italian heritage

Italian Club hopes to bring awareness of Italian heritage to the college

By Kaijie Zhang
March 23, 2018
Club leaders said they hope the English club will help get rid of the stigma about employment for English majors. Photo by Elle Cox 21

Lafayette’s oldest student club is making a comeback

By Kaijie Zhang
March 9, 2018
World renowned musicians performed at Lafayette last Tuesday. Photo by Elle Cox 21

Danish String Quartet shows Scandinavian heritage with incredible talent

By Kaijie Zhang
March 2, 2018
The Lass Gallery showcases “The Humanity of Another”. Photo by Elle Cox 21

Why do we deny the humanities of others? Exhibition questions viewer’s “perceptions about history, identity and voice”

By Kaijie Zhang
February 23, 2018

Art Exhibition “Hypothetically” explores the improbable

By Kaijie Zhang
February 16, 2018
Election Night Broadcast adds to their honors. Photo Courtesy of Clay Wegrzynowicz

Lafayette’s election night broadcast wins NETA award

By Kaijie Zhang
February 2, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox 21

Lecturer discusses growth of feminism in Argentina

By Kaijie Zhang
January 26, 2018

IDEAL Center invites non-profit entrepreneurs to campus

By Kaijie Zhang
December 1, 2017
Breachs most recent Instagram post depicts latte art of Taylor Swift. (Photo Courtesy of BaristArt Instagram)

Rivalry brewing: Latte artist Michael Breach performs at college

By Kaijie Zhang
November 17, 2017
Cadence is one of four Lafayette groups that will perform Saturday (Photo by Lauren Fox).

15 years of a cappella

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November 10, 2017
Happy Death Day is a fun horror romantic comedy. (Photo Courtesy of impawards.com)

‘Happy Death Day’ finds originality with unoriginal storyline

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October 27, 2017
Battle of the Sexes tells the story of Billie Jean King (Photo Courtesy of imbd.com).

“Battle of the Sexes” celebrates athletic icon Billie Jean King

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October 6, 2017
Two-level steakhouse provides a luxurious dining experience (Photo by Jess Furtado 19).

The steaks are high: Oak Steakhouse provides Easton with high end dining experience

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September 29, 2017
New psychological thriller mother! stars Jennifer Lawrence (Photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures).

Psychological thriller “Mother!” disappoints

By Kaijie Zhang
September 22, 2017
Cecile McLorin Salvant comes to the Williams Center for the Arts tonight. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist comes to the Williams Center

By Kaijie Zhang
September 15, 2017
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