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Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Lafayettes ranking surpasses that of other small liberal arts colleges like Hillsdale College, Franklin & Marshall College and Occidental College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette ranked 30th in U.S. News list of best liberal arts colleges
The manager of Hana Sushi & Teppanyaki said the restaurant remedied its health code violations.
College Hill restaurants violate food safety codes, make changes
Ana Ramirez Luhrs and Elaine Stomber hope their co-directorship will expand the bandwidth of Special Collections.
Special Collections staff shuffled
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
ChatGPT is one of the most widely used AI programs among students.
New ChatGPT committee seeks to study artificial intelligence in classrooms
The Curriculum and Educational Policy Committee spearheaded changes to Lafayettes curriculum.
Common Course of Study requirements to change for class of 2029
Krista Evans main goal as dean of admissions is to understand the campus community. (Photo courtesy of Bethlehem Area School District)
Krista Evans joins college as new dean of admissions
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Student Governments decision to raise the student activity fee was influenced in part by the draining of its reserve funds.
Student activity fee increases, provides more funding for clubs
Student Government vacancies have been a significant issue since the February application cycle.
Student Government vacancies left unfilled for months
Dining administrators have cited growing pains in the challenges experienced by students.
Parkhurst makes changes to dining experience
The debut of Simons Market has been largely overshadowed by widespread complaints about the new dining provider.
New dining provider serves up outrage
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Ana Ramirez Luhrs and Elaine Stomber hope their co-directorship will expand the bandwidth of Special Collections.
Special Collections staff shuffled
Parkhurst management has denied hearing many of the complaints leveled against it by employees.
‘I don’t think anyone here is happy’
The admissions department preempted the affirmative action decision by eliminating race-based admissions for the class of 2027. (Photo courtesy of the New York Times)
Lafayette commits to diversity despite affirmative action decision
The final decision regarding the new position will be made in the coming weeks. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Search for Vice President for Inclusion continues
The manager of Hana Sushi & Teppanyaki said the restaurant remedied its health code violations.
College Hill restaurants violate food safety codes, make changes
The Commodore will be the first of the new buildings to finish construction.
Three new buildings coming Downtown
The Lafayette Inn was once owned by Lafayettes chapter of Pi Lambda Phi.
Lafayette’s own bed and breakfast
The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Digital exclusive: Easton mayoral debate recap
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
The accident occurred at the intersection of McCartney and High Streets.
College Hill traffic accident leaves student hospitalized
Public Safety has increased its presence on and off campus following the incident.
Gun flashed at students at Cattell Street house
Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents. (Photo by Seth Wenig for the Associated Press)
Lafayette weighs in on Trump arrest
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Lafayettes ranking surpasses that of other small liberal arts colleges like Hillsdale College, Franklin & Marshall College and Occidental College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette ranked 30th in U.S. News list of best liberal arts colleges
The administration will assess space availability in dining halls in the coming weeks.
Dining hall overflows due to reservation conflict
The Landis Center is located in the Feather House.
Landis restructure seeks program unification
This Sundays PorchFest will feature Cadence, one of Lafayettes a cappella groups.
PorchFest to feature student musicians for first time
The group hopes to bring their swing design to other campuses across the country.
Student-led project swings to new heights
Chaplain Alex Hendricksons course focuses on celebrity impact on American culture. (Photo courtesy of William Gutierrez 27)
Taylor Swift school of spirituality
Jacob Moldover 24 discovered a love for rowing during his junior year abroad. (Photo courtesy of Jacob Moldover 24)
Jacob Moldover ‘24 travels across the pond for enriching year at Oxford
Professor Robert Mattison wrote a book about Grace Hartigan in 1990.
A tribute to an old pal
Image Pattersons Sankofa is named for a Ghanaian proverb. (Photo courtesy of Image Patterson ‘25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Image Patterson ‘25 highlights Black culture with art installation
Maria Cangro 24 (front, center-right) lived at Skidmore College for two weeks while taking creative writing workshops. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Maria Cangro ’24 receives full scholarship to Skidmore College Poetry Seminar
Maria Soukup 26 is trained in playing classical music on the violin. (Photo courtesy of Rae Shepard 26)
Student Artist Spotlight: Violinist Maria Soukup ’26 on her love for ‘shared language’ of playing
Hanoi Ragmen has performed in established venues in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Shaan Shuster 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Shaan Shuster ’23 on his award-winning band
Zach Freiheiter 23 has been composing his own music since his first year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Zach Freiheiter 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Zach Freiheiter ’23 on his composing journey
Vampire Weekends Modern Vampires of the City epitomizes religious existential dread. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Berman’s Beats: ‘Modern Vampires of the City’ celebrates 10 year anniversary
Steven Spielbergs Schindlers List (1993) is a masterclass in cinematography. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: Sam’s top 5 of all time
Olivia Rodrigo demonstrates her lyrical and vocal strengths on her new album “Guts.” (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Guts’ will make you want to scream
Xolo Maridueña stars as the titular character in DCs Blue Beetle (2023). (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Blue Beetle’ hits all the right beats
Stephen Rowleys The Celebrants is funny and genuine, and is one of Maddies most highly recommended reads of summer break. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: Summer reading highlights
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
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
College Hill Café is located diagonal from College Hill Tavern at 501 Cattell Street. (Photo courtesy of Rose DeFranco)
Small Business Spotlight: College Hill Café revives old neighborhood favorite
Casa 401 offers Colombian-made clothing, homeware, accessories and more.
Small Business Spotlight: Casa 401 brings Colombian-made sustainable goods to downtown Easton
Mia and Maddies offers desserts and flavors from around the world.
Small Business Spotlight: Mia and Maddie’s Bakery serves goodies with a doctor’s touch
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
Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)
Write to Be connects student writers of color
LafKid Connect hosts students from Easton Middle School on campus every Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Camille Carthy 23)
LafKid Connect brings Easton Area Middle School students to campus
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
The display on James Armistead Lafayette will be in Skillman room 209 throughout Black History Month.
Special Collections honors Revolutionary-era Black spy with display
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
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football crushes Columbia in home opener
Junior defender India Ralph brings the ball up the field during the teams winning weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey dominates in weekend matches, sweeps weekly Patriot League honors
Senior forward Sara Oswald dribbles past a defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Defense prevails as women’s soccer notches close wins against Holy Cross, Lehigh
Sally is a pony who joined the team seven months ago. (Photo courtesy of Angela Tsai 26)
Horsing around at Top Notch Equestrian Centre
Junior libero Elizabeth Flynn serves during the Leopards victory over Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Volleyball begins Patriot League play, goes 1-1 at home
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football crushes Columbia in home opener
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile throws the ball against Duke. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football falls to No. 21 Duke for first loss of season
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
Head football coach John Troxell addresses the team after the spring Maroon and White scrimmage. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football team prepares to improve in Troxell’s second year
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
First-year midfielder Beaux Lizewski dribbles away from a Colgate defender at Gummeson Grounds last Saturday. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer drops games against Colgate, Albany
The mens soccer team now looks ahead to conference play with a 3-1-2 record. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer beats Binghamton 2-0, falls to Fairleigh Dickinson in nail-biter
First-year forward Roy Biegon maneuvers around a Le Moyne defender. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer destroys competition to notch first two wins of year
Members of Lafayette leadership, coaches and donors unveiled the new Gummeson Grounds at Metzgar Field Complex. (Photo by Ryan Hulvat for GoLeopards)
Gummeson Grounds unveiled
Junior Lawrence Aydlett works around a Drexel defender in their 1-1 draw on Aug. 28. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Soccer opens its season, draws in first two matches
Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season
Adama Sanogo waits to embrace head coach Dan Hurley following their national championship victory. (Photo courtesy of KSL Sports)
Sidelines: Wrapping up March Madness
Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)
From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in
The mens basketball team celebrates its Sunday night win against American, which sent it to the Patriot League finals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
After nail-biting win against American, men’s basketball falls to No. 1 seed Colgate in League Championship
Senior captain Leo OBoyle, who scored his 1,000th career point against American on Sunday, will be key for the Leopards against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Patriot League Championship Preview: Can the Leopards pull off the upset?
Junior defender India Ralph brings the ball up the field during the teams winning weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey dominates in weekend matches, sweeps weekly Patriot League honors
Sophomore Josephine van Wijk puts a shot on goal during the Leopards match against Columbia. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey celebrates mental health awareness in loss to Columbia
The field hockey team gathers for a huddle at Rappolt Field. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Van Wijk on a roll, can’t lift Leopards in out-of-conference games
Junior Lineke Spaans drives up the field against Ohio State. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Dutch duo scores four goals as field hockey crushes Wagner, splitting weekend games
Sophomore midfielder Lineke Spaans (left) and senior defender Simone Hefting (right) were laureled for their impressive performances this fall. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Spaans, Hefting earn All-Mideast Region awards
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
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
The Lafayette mens club volleyball team poses after its successful first tournament. (Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)
Men’s club volleyball attends first ever tournament at Kutztown
Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell
Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament
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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
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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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The Climate Action Plan 2.0 outlines projects to be completed for Lafayette to obtain carbon neutrality by 2035. (Lauren Fox 19)

Sexual misconduct complaint process the subject of scrutiny at panel of college officials

By Kathryn Kelly
May 14, 2019
Last years Take Back the Night vigil was well attended by students from across campus. (Photo courtesy of Nahin Ferdousi 19)

An underreported crime and a changing culture: survivors of sexual assault say with improved campus climate, some struggles remain

By Kathryn Kelly
May 10, 2019
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

By Kathryn Kelly
May 10, 2019
Some faculty members say they were not consulted on enrollment decisions by the administration. (Photo by Hana Ishara 17)

Faculty passes motion to get rid of appeal to president

By Kathryn Kelly
May 10, 2019
Maddie Smart passed away last Tuesday after her second bout of leukemia. (Photo courtesy of Fiona Smith ‘20).

Friends of Maddie Smart describe her resilience, drive, kindness toward all

By Kathryn Kelly
May 3, 2019
Maddie Smart was a junior neuroscience major at Lafayette. (Courtesy of Maddie Smarts Facebook page)

Maddie Smart tragically loses battle to cancer after fighting with ‘super-human strength’

By Kathryn Kelly
April 26, 2019
Professor Robert Weiner will retire this May after a 50-year long career at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette History Department)

A spirit of inclusivity, mentorship, scholarship: community reflects on career of Professor Robert Weiner, who will retire at end of term

By Kathryn Kelly
April 19, 2019
Moravian College is being sued by one of its students for violating Title IX. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

With trial date set for Moravian Title IX lawsuit, a look at Lafayette’s sexual misconduct procedures, policies

By Kathryn Kelly
April 19, 2019
The student government office in Farinon. (Photo by Ben Fuller 21)

Student government executive board positions up for election Monday

By Kathryn Kelly
April 12, 2019
Fraynette Familia 20, a Bronx native and government and law major, was elected student government president on Monday. (Photo courtesy of Fraynette Familia 20)

Fraynette Familia ’20, next student government president, looks to channel passion for inclusion, advocacy

By Kathryn Kelly
April 12, 2019
Fraynette Familia 20 (left) and Mia Coutinho 20 (right) are running to be student government president. (Courtesy of Familia and Coutinho, respectively)

Get to know the two candidates for student government president: elections to be held Monday

By Kathryn Kelly
April 5, 2019
Tom Woods spoke about his experience with sexual assault on Wednesday. (Photo by Abi Olofin 22)

Speaking out to heal inside: Tom Woods shares his story of trauma, struggle, recovery

By Kathryn Kelly
April 5, 2019

Impact of Trump’s executive order on campus free speech unclear: President Byerly says college anticipates no effect

By Kathryn Kelly
March 29, 2019

What’s happening over on McCartney Street: an overview of the next 4+ years of construction on the edge of campus

By Kathryn Kelly
March 15, 2019
The Dyer Center will have a new space in the Rockwell Sciences Center, while maintaining a remote office in Hogg Hall. (Photo courtesy of Dyer Center)

In time of growth, Dyer Center looks for more student direction

By Kathryn Kelly
March 8, 2019

Health center pushes for meningitis type B vaccinations: case of potentially fatal disease at Rutgers raises concern

By Kathryn Kelly
March 1, 2019
From top left to bottom right: the fencing team (Photo courtesy of assistant coach Zack Lee), Zeta Psi house (Photo by Lauren Fox), the mens rugby team (Photo by Hana Isihara 17), Tri Delta house (Photo by Elle Cox 21), Delta Kappa Epsilon House (Photo courtesy of Chuck Zovko), Delta Gamma house (Photo by Rachel Bram 20), and the football team (Photo by Elle Cox 21).

College releases more information on hazing charges

By Kathryn Kelly
February 22, 2019
Commencement speaker Wes Moore is a the founder of educational foundation BridgeEdu. (Photo courtesy of Amunankhra House Ltd)

Wes Moore to speak at commencement: CEO of poverty-fighting foundation strives to increase educational opportunity

By Kathryn Kelly
February 22, 2019
The health center is encouraging students to be vaccinated for pertussis after a student was diagnosed last week. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Health center pushes for booster shots after case of whooping cough, aims to improve communication after norovirus

By Kathryn Kelly
February 15, 2019
The new playground next to the Early Learning Center will be open to the public after business hours and on the weekends. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

Toddlers of the Early Learning Center to gain a new playground

By Kathryn Kelly
February 8, 2019
Markle Hall of Administration (Hana Isihara 17).

Faculty ad hoc committee to make annual recommendations on expansion: committee members to be chosen in coming weeks

By Kathryn Kelly
February 8, 2019
McCrae Williams was a freshman lacrosse player from Weston, Mass. (Photo courtesy of Mccrae Williams Facebook)

McCrae Williams’ parents sue seven students and three former students over son’s death

By Kathryn Kelly
February 1, 2019
A screenshot of the preview screen of the now suspended Twitter account, @BdanJafarSaleem

Alaska man charged with perpetrating last May’s bomb threat

By Kathryn Kelly
December 15, 2018
Alan Cooperman, Director of the Religious Center at Pew, will visit the college in March. (Photo courtesy of Flickr)

Lafayette Symposium schedules speaker from Pew Research Center, the first since formation of committee

By Kathryn Kelly
December 7, 2018
The McCartney Street residence halls will begin construction in the first week of June following approval on the project from the board. (Photo courtesy of Roger Demareski)

McCartney dorm project receives final approval: Easton planning commission gives college the go-ahead to build

By Kathryn Kelly
December 7, 2018
The most recent designs for the colleges McCartney Dorm Project. (Photo courtesy of Roger Demareski)

Construction to begin this spring on McCartney Street residence hall for fall 2020 opening, college announces

By Kathryn Kelly
November 27, 2018

PASA executive board reflects on Take Back the Night, holds workshops with athletics

By Kathryn Kelly
November 16, 2018
Speakers at the keynote and vigil of Take Back the Night emphasized that there is more pride in being a survivor of sexual assault than there is shame. (Photo courtesy of Nahin Ferdousi 19)

Combating a toxic culture: PASA urges community to act with second annual Take Back the Night keynote, vigil

By Kathryn Kelly
November 12, 2018
Miriam Gershwin (center) poses with family members after speaking on her experience as a Holocaust survivor. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

Holocaust survivor tells her story “so people never forget”

By Kathryn Kelly
November 9, 2018
Pards Against Sexual Assault invited the campus community to share their messages by decorating shirts for Take Back the Night. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

PASA’s Take Back the Night week prompts reflection on sexual assault: campus shows solidarity with survivors

By Kathryn Kelly
November 9, 2018
Public safety cars outside Hugel Science Center. (Lauren Fox 19)

Sexual assaults and rape reported: with six reports in one month, a look at what it could mean and how survivors can report

By Kathryn Kelly
October 19, 2018
As part of the Lafayette Symposium, Nigel Farage and Vicente Fox debated on April 6 in Colton Chapel on the merits of nationalism versus globalism. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Communications).

Lafayette Symposium committee looks to support intellectual dialogue, not attack the marginalized

By Kathryn Kelly
September 21, 2018
Robert Sell succeeds Ed Ahart as Chair of the Board of Trustees. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Communications).

Lifelong Leopard takes over as Chair of the Board: Robert Sell ’84 talks expansion, diversity, board’s role

By Kathryn Kelly
September 14, 2018
Sorority houses on campus were alarmed by unannounced, late night entries by a Residence Life graduate intern. Photo by Elle Cox 21

Confusion, suspicion surrounding laundry machine inspection result in learning experience

By Kathryn Kelly
September 7, 2018
Program Manager for the Dyer Center Sylvania Okoye (right) and Director for the CITLS Tracie Addy (left), who recently joined the college (Photo by Kathryn Kelly ‘19).

Lafayette administration takes new shape with recent hires, addition of roles, title changes

By Kathryn Kelly
August 31, 2018
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

By Kathryn Kelly
August 31, 2018
A screenshot of the preview screen of the now suspended Twitter account, @BdanJafarSaleem

Lafayette receives bomb threat, college says no indication it was “credible” after search

By Kathryn Kelly
May 6, 2018
Markle Hall of Administration (Hana Isihara 17).

A pivotal summer for Lafayette administrative structure ahead

By Kathryn Kelly
May 4, 2018

College revokes Bill Cosby’s honorary degree after conviction

By Kathryn Kelly
May 4, 2018
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

By Kathryn Kelly
May 4, 2018
The ultimate goal of the Campus Climate Survey is to make a more inclusive community. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Campus Climate Survey closes, results and analysis to come this summer and fall

By Kathryn Kelly
May 4, 2018
One of the initiatives of the Diversity Faculty Committee was the creation of gender neutral bathrooms across campus. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Diversity committee strives for inclusivity: Measures including increasing all-gender bathrooms and use of preferred names

By Kathryn Kelly
April 27, 2018
Michael Schmidt ‘05 started his own publication during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sharon Suh)

New York Times reporter Michael Schmidt ’05 wins two Pulitzers: articles on Bill O’Reilly settlements and Trump Administration recognized

By Kathryn Kelly
April 20, 2018
As part of the Lafayette Symposium, Nigel Farage and Vicente Fox debated on April 6 in Colton Chapel on the merits of nationalism versus globalism. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Communications).

Lafayette Symposium will move forward with committee to choose speakers

By Kathryn Kelly
April 20, 2018
As part of the Lafayette Symposium, Nigel Farage and Vicente Fox debated on April 6 in Colton Chapel on the merits of nationalism versus globalism. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Communications).

Professor Van Dyck and Abdul Manan ’18 appear on Nigel Farage’s podcast after debate: both say they regret choices surrounding comments

By Kathryn Kelly
April 13, 2018
“The nature of humanistic inquiry has changed due to the impact of technology,” President Byerly said during her talk. Photo by Elle Cox 21

President Byerly gives talk on Victorian era interconnectedness between science and art

By Kathryn Kelly
April 13, 2018
As part of the Lafayette Symposium, Nigel Farage and Vicente Fox debated on April 6 in Colton Chapel on the merits of nationalism versus globalism. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Communications).

Nigel Farage and Vicente Fox engage in debate: nationalism, globalism and free speech addressed

By Kathryn Kelly
April 8, 2018
Marcia Bernicat 75 will deliver the commencement speech at the graduation of the class of 2018. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Ambassador Bernicat ’75 speaks on experience at the college, service abroad: an interview with the commencement speaker

By Kathryn Kelly
April 6, 2018
Professor Brett Hendrickson has been protesting the colleges decision to host former UKIP leader Nigel Farage. Photo by Claire Grunewald 20

Students and faculty tell administration Farage is a bigot, should not be debated: College says debate fights bigotry

By Kathryn Kelly
March 23, 2018
Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

By Kathryn Kelly
March 23, 2018
Nigel Farage (left) and Vicente Fox (right) share two differing perspectives on the way nations should interact with one another. Photos Courtesy of Gage Skidmore and Flickr

Former President of Mexico and UKIP Brexit architect to debate at the college: President Byerly urges community to “confront the opinions presented”

By Kathryn Kelly
March 9, 2018
Marcia Bernicat ‘75, ambassador to Bangladesh, will be the the commencement speaker at graduation in May. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

US Ambassador to Bangladesh to speak at commencement ceremony

By Kathryn Kelly
March 2, 2018
Markle Hall of Administration (Hana Isihara 17).

College keeps list of alumni asking questions about free speech climate: two from $1 million plus donor club express concerns

By Kathryn Kelly
March 2, 2018
The arts campus can feel notably empty. Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19

Bridging the gap up and down the hill: the struggle to integrate the arts campus

By Kathryn Kelly
February 23, 2018
A depiction of the college’s emissions of greenhouse gases, measured in metric tons of carbon dioxide (MTCO2E). The graph shows that the college’s emissions have decreased 14% since 2008. Graphic by Elle Cox 21.

Beginning again: the college looks ahead with formation of new climate action plan

By Kathryn Kelly
February 23, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox 21

A slippery slope to the arts campus: students complain of dangerous and snowy stairs

By Kathryn Kelly
February 16, 2018
910 students voted in the most recent election that filled 9 positions on student government. (Photo by Saeed Malami 20).

Five student government reps remain during transition period

By Kathryn Kelly
February 9, 2018
McCrae Williams 21 had plans to play lacrosse at Lafayette. (McCrae Williams public Facebook page).

Official investigation into McCrae Williams’ death closed, but college could pursue internal charges

By Kathryn Kelly
February 2, 2018
Photo courtesy of DD Littleton.

ABBA lives on 30 years later with tribute band coming to Easton

By Kathryn Kelly
February 2, 2018
Markle Hall of Administration.

Lafayette applicant pool increases by over 700 in one year: hits record high for second year in a row

By Kathryn Kelly
January 26, 2018
(Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

Telling the uncomfortable truth: Novelist and award-winning short story writer visits college

By Kathryn Kelly
December 8, 2017
The state of free speech at Lafayette: campus community weighs in

The state of free speech at Lafayette: campus community weighs in

By Kathryn Kelly
December 1, 2017
An officer stands next to a public safety car. (Elizabeth Lucy 15)

Nine Good Samaritans in five days: uncertainty surrounds increase

By Kathryn Kelly
November 17, 2017
(Photo Courtesy of Shannon Calvert)

Equestrian Team finishes fall regular season first in region: gears up for national show, invitationals

By Kathryn Kelly
November 10, 2017
(Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

“Meet the Greeks” panel discusses educational inequities, multicultural Greek organizations

By Kathryn Kelly
November 10, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration.

Tuition increase pushes cost of attendance over $68k

By Kathryn Kelly
November 3, 2017
A candlelight vigil was held after Gordon Braxtons talk. Survivors and their friends were invited to come forward and share their story. (Courtesy of Nahin Ferdousi 19).

Breaking the silence: Pards Against Sexual Assault hosts Take Back the Night

By Kathryn Kelly
October 30, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration.

Capital campaign expected to reach fundraising goal six months early

By Kathryn Kelly
October 27, 2017
Mariela Shaker. (Photo Courtesy of Majd Kanawati)

Violinist advocates for refugees, family through music: Mariela Shaker looks to spread peace in time of war

By Kathryn Kelly
October 27, 2017
Shelby Steele spoke at the college about the effects and possible end of racism in America (Photo Courtesy of Shelby Steele Public Facebook Page).

Lecturer denounces terms “social justice,” “inclusion”: Shelby Steele says liberalism deprives minorities of “personal responsibility”

By Kathryn Kelly
October 6, 2017
Metro Station will preform October 12th at One Centre Square (Photo Courtesy of wikipedia.com).

Metro Station to ‘Shake It’ at One Centre Square

By Kathryn Kelly
October 6, 2017
(Photo by Dilge Dilsiz 19)

New Grossman Gallery exhibit highlights importance of biodiversity

By Kathryn Kelly
September 29, 2017
Womens crew at the Dad Vail Regatta. (Photo courtesy of Emily Smith 18).

Timeout with: Crew club president Emily Smith

By Kathryn Kelly
September 29, 2017
Rob Lyles 86 speaks at the ceremony dedicating the scoreboard to Pete Tomaino. (Photo courtesy of George Robert Lyles III)

Former tennis coach honored with new scoreboard

By Kathryn Kelly
September 29, 2017
The press conference (9/19/2017) held by the Northampton Country District Attorney regarding the investigation into the death of McCrae Williams 21. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly)

Investigators announce role of alcohol, parties in McCrae Williams’ death

By Kathryn Kelly
September 22, 2017
The gnomes standing in the gardeHouse. (Photo by Simon Curtis Ginsberg 20).

New art installation on the hill: gnomes represent protection from and fear of unknown

By Kathryn Kelly
September 22, 2017
McCrae Williams 21 had plans to play lacrosse at Lafayette. (McCrae Williams public Facebook page).

College mourns sudden loss of McCrae Williams ’21

By Kathryn Kelly
September 15, 2017
Courtesy of the Presidents office.

Expansion unfazed: the college explores options after rejection

By Kathryn Kelly
September 15, 2017
910 students voted in the most recent election that filled 9 positions on student government. (Photo by Saeed Malami 20).

Student government fills positions with special elections as concerns persist

By Kathryn Kelly
September 15, 2017
Courtesy of the Presidents office.

Expansion plan setback: Lafayette’s land development plans not recommended for approval

By Kathryn Kelly
September 8, 2017
The student government office in Farinon. (Photo by Ben Fuller 21)

Facing resignations, student government looks to connect with marginalized students

By Kathryn Kelly
September 8, 2017

Easton Out Loud looks to revitalize downtown

By Kathryn Kelly
September 8, 2017
Class of 2021: Who are Lafayettes newest 681 students

Class of 2021: Who are Lafayette’s newest 681 students

By Kathryn Kelly
September 1, 2017
The Bayou Southern Kitchen. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19).

The Bayou brings southern charm to downtown Easton

By Kathryn Kelly
September 1, 2017

Letter from the Editor

By Kathryn Kelly
September 1, 2017
Kirby House is an all-male dorm on campus. (Photo courtesy Emily Fidlow 19).

Summer program staff member found dead in Kirby House

By Kathryn Kelly
July 28, 2017
Joe Kirkpatrick 19 is remembered by friends as deeply thoughtful and always willing to help others. (Photo courtesy of Helen Kirkpatrick).

Joe Kirkpatrick ’19: A wise, open soul remembered

By Kathryn Kelly
June 26, 2017
Public safety cars outside Hugel Science Center. (Lauren Fox 19)

Eighth sexual assault of the school year reported

By Kathryn Kelly
May 5, 2017
A design for Lafayettes planned development on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of the presidents office.)

College gets green light to build McCartney dorm

By Kathryn Kelly
April 28, 2017
The student government office in Farinon. (Photo by Ben Fuller 21)

Inclusive dialogue committee claims conservative views underrepresented

By Kathryn Kelly
April 28, 2017
View up McCartney St. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

College Hill residents say Lafayette should remember history

By Kathryn Kelly
April 21, 2017
Provost of Columbia Uniersity John Coatsworth spoke on Trumps foreign policy. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19).

Lecturer urges internationalism: says Trump foreign policy ‘incoherent’

By Kathryn Kelly
April 21, 2017
A design for Lafayettes planned development on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of the presidents office.)

Expansion plans vote postponed, more concerns voiced

By Kathryn Kelly
April 14, 2017
The sword of the Marquis de Lafayette statue was reported stolen last Sunday.

Sword snatched: The Marquis unsheathed

By Kathryn Kelly
April 14, 2017
Samantha Arnold 18 speaking to a packed Lower Farinon about her attack. (Courtesy of Cristina Usino).

Survived sexual assault, silenced by campus culture

By Kathryn Kelly
April 7, 2017
The student government office in Farinon. (Photo by Ben Fuller 21)

Student government aims to open political dialogue

By Kathryn Kelly
March 24, 2017
Photo of South College, housing first-year students and upperclassmen. Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19.

Housing lottery goes digital

By Kathryn Kelly
March 3, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration (Hana Isihara 17).

College seeks re-accreditation

By Kathryn Kelly
February 24, 2017
Public safety cars outside Hugel Science Center. (Lauren Fox 19)

Two reports of possession with intent to deliver filed

By Kathryn Kelly
February 24, 2017
An officer stands next to a public safety car. (Elizabeth Lucy 15)

Sexual assault reports reach seven for school year

By Kathryn Kelly
February 17, 2017
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