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Austin Haytko, Lafayette's director of student conduct and restorative practices, joined the college in 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Iowa State Daily)
Director of student conduct resigns
Tim Walz's visit to the Lehigh Valley came 45 days before Election Day on Nov. 5.
Tim Walz visits Lehigh Valley, emphasizes Northampton County importance
Construction on the new downtown hotel is slated to start in the upcoming months.
New hotel development coming to downtown Easton
The college scheduled eight listening sessions to talk to campus community members about the strategic plan.
College announces proposed strategic plan
Before closing earlier this month, The Bayou was open for seven years in downtown Easton's center square.
Downtown Easton staples close
Many of the music technology classes take place in the Williams Center for the Arts computer lab.
College announces new minors
Seven students received honorable Fulbright and Goldwater awards this year. Carter Brand '25 could not be reached for a photo. (Photos by Liv Bamford '24 and Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette; bottom middle photo courtesy of Tess Stanley '25).
Lafayette students awarded Fulbright, Goldwater scholarships
The Indigenous Studies minor will involve courses across several departments.
Indigenous Studies minor approved
The visit to the conference comes after Sigma Tau Delta was established on campus in October. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro '24)
English students present work at national conference
The government and law major has a storied history at the college.
Why government and law, not political science?
Internal updates, budget approvals presented at Sept. 19 Student Government meeting
Internal updates, budget approvals presented at Sept. 19 Student Government meeting
Ad hoc committee discontinued, student project presented at Sept. 12 Student Government meeting
Ad hoc committee discontinued, student project presented at Sept. 12 Student Government meeting
Allison Williams previously advised the student government of Centenary University.
New student involvement staff member to support Student Government
The Office of Student Conduct is located in Feather House.
Student Conduct looks to eliminate behavioral conduct fines
Student Government confirms student activity fee, introduces new members at Sept. 5 meeting
Student Government confirms student activity fee, introduces new members at Sept. 5 meeting
Austin Haytko, Lafayette's director of student conduct and restorative practices, joined the college in 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Iowa State Daily)
Director of student conduct resigns
The college scheduled eight listening sessions to talk to campus community members about the strategic plan.
College announces proposed strategic plan
Amanda Haninick has worked in higher education for almost 20 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Title IX coordinator exits, VP for Inclusion serving in interim
Allison Williams previously advised the student government of Centenary University.
New student involvement staff member to support Student Government
In addition to his new role as dean, Tim Laquintano is an associate professor of English. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
College administration sees interim structural changes
Construction on the new downtown hotel is slated to start in the upcoming months.
New hotel development coming to downtown Easton
Before closing earlier this month, The Bayou was open for seven years in downtown Easton's center square.
Downtown Easton staples close
The renovation of the hillside stairs and escarpment trail were completed in 2023.
College hill erosion issues remain despite some improvements
Lafayette previously allocated close to 60 College Avenue parking spaces for permit parking.
College parking to be converted into bike lane
Mojo 516 Café, located only a block from campus, features a menu with coffee, smoothies and sandwiches.
Fact check: Mojo will not sell alcohol
Peter Milius was formally arraigned at the Northampton County Courthouse on Sept. 19.
Criminal court scheduled in Milius case
The criminal investigation into Mindleaf CBD began in July.
College Hill hemp store charged with selling marijuana
The incident comes nearly two months after a shooting occurred in Easton's West Ward. (Photo courtesy of City of Easton on X)
Shots fired into occupied Easton home
Peter Milius' formal arraignment is expected to take place in Courtroom 1 of the Northampton County Courthouse.
Peter Milius waives preliminary hearing, formal arraignment to come
Peter Milius was a sophomore before he departed Lafayette College. It is unknown if his departure was voluntary. (Photo courtesy of TikTok)
More details revealed in Milius case, preliminary hearing postponed
Austin Haytko, Lafayette's director of student conduct and restorative practices, joined the college in 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Iowa State Daily)
Director of student conduct resigns
The college scheduled eight listening sessions to talk to campus community members about the strategic plan.
College announces proposed strategic plan
The renovation of the hillside stairs and escarpment trail were completed in 2023.
College hill erosion issues remain despite some improvements
John O'Keefe '96 was a double major in music and American studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of John O'Keefe '96)
Vice president for ITS to depart for Princeton
Until this academic year, the college had offered four routes to students through the LCAT shuttle.
New pilot program replaces college shuttle routes
Daveed Diggs was joined onstage by college President Nicole Hurd and director Jaye Fenderson to debut their docuseries.
Daveed Diggs’ tour de Lafayette
Fabiola Méndez was nominated for a Children's and Family Emmy for Outstanding Interactive Media in 2023.
Fabiola Méndez brings passion, talent for Latin American music to Lafayette
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Art Jam has activities for all forms of creative expression, from playing music to drawing and painting. (Photo courtesy of McKenna Graf '26)
Art Jam: Art Society’s weekly hub of creativity
While many Lafayette College employees have a personal webpage, these days, only a few maintain a blog.
The rise and fall of faculty blogging at Lafayette
Music by Lilly Hercik '27 can be streamed on Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube Music. (Photo courtesy of @lillymoss.music on Instagram)
Student Artist Spotlight: Lilly Hercik ‘27 puts a new spin on country music
Over the summer, McKenna Graf '26 read aloud her newest original collection of poetry in New York City. (Photo courtesy of Emily Graf)
Student Artist Spotlight: ‘Mortals, Myths, and Maybes’
Pedro dos Santos '26 participates in four music ensembles with his trombone.
Student Artist Spotlight: Trombonist Pedro dos Santos ‘26 tunes up music department spirits
The mural in Eco Cafe is meant to represent a landscape of the Lehigh Valley.
Student Artist Spotlight: Jolie Saint Vil ‘27 honors Lenni Lenape people with mural
The Beaver People includes two saxophonists, a guitarist and a keyboardist.
Meet The Beaver People
Taylor Swift's "evermore" was her ninth studio album and has over five billion streams on Spotify. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Albums for autumn
"Batman: Caped Crusader" features well-loved characters like Batman and Harley Quinn. (Photo courtesy of Batman Wiki)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Batman: Caped Crusader’ brings new feel to classic series
The author of "Murder Your Employer" also happens to be the singer-songwriter of a Billboard number-one song. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Selma’s Shelf: A murderously funny homicide handbook (but, not actually)
"Rebecca" was an immediate success upon publication and is still popular today. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Nat’s Novels: ‘Rebecca’ marries mid-century gothic with brilliantly unique narrative style
COIN's new album is a let down. (Photo courtesy of Spotify)
‘I’m Not Afraid Of Music Anymore’ made me afraid of COIN
Tucker Garage + Grocery is set to open in downtown Easton early this fall. (Photo courtesy of Indiegogo)
Welcome to Tucker Garage + Grocery
Julian Shorter ‘27, Liam Ward '27 and Jack Marich '27 import bagels weekly from New Jersey to make breakfast sandwiches. (Photo courtesy of Jack Marich '27)
Small Business Spotlight: Bean’s Bagels brings homemade breakfast sandwiches to your door
Josie's New York Deli was remodeled last year.
Small Business Spotlight: Josie’s New York Deli brings big city charm to Easton
Fox Bakery's 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 fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Art Jam has activities for all forms of creative expression, from playing music to drawing and painting. (Photo courtesy of McKenna Graf '26)
Art Jam: Art Society’s weekly hub of creativity
Yarn Club meets every Friday in Keefe Commons. (Photo courtesy of Danielle Lindsley '25)
Yarn Club: Not just for grannies
Cheese Club features a "Cheese of the Day" on its Instagram account every Monday and Wednesday. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)
Cheese club? You better brie-lieve it!
The Prestigious Pardettes will be performing at basketball games this winter. (Photo courtesy of Janiya Hood '25)
Prestigious Pardettes perform at first ever fall showcase
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
The faculty play was a time-honored tradition at the college for nearly 40 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
What happened to faculty plays?
"The Laff-a-lot" was the first-ever satirical version of The Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The history of The Scoffayette
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Student Government protested the slow-moving process of building a student center in the spring of 1988.
The long road to Farinon College Center
Madeline Squarcia '22 works to make 'farm to table' a reality. (Photo courtesy of Madeline Squarcia '22)
Alum Spotlight: Madeline Squarcia ’22 connects consumers to growers
Mike Handzo '11 worked with the Landis Center for Community Engagement during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Mike Handzo on LinkedIn)
Alum spotlight: Mike Handzo ’11 works to create affordable housing in Lehigh Valley
Lia Embil '17 turned hidden treasures into art in a recent exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Lia Embil '17)
Alum Spotlight: Lia Embil ‘17 turns Lafayette creations into career
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefner's Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 
Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon
The Leopards defensive line readies to pounce on the Columbia offense. (Photo by Hana Ishihara for GoLeopards)
Football falls to 2-2 following upset loss to Columbia
Senior midfielder Lineke Spaans makes a play on the ball in a match against Quinnipiac University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey notches first Patriot League win
Junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock celebrates with her teammates after a point. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball 1-1 in first 2 Patriot League matchups
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
Senior midfielder Digger Iqbal leaps over a Navy defender for a header on Saturday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer winless against Navy, La Salle
The Leopards defensive line readies to pounce on the Columbia offense. (Photo by Hana Ishihara for GoLeopards)
Football falls to 2-2 following upset loss to Columbia
The football team kicks off against Marist on Saturday.
Football trounces Marist in home opener
Junior wide receiver Elijah Steward evades a tackle against Marist on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Elijah Steward: 1 of 1 talent
The football team celebrates a last-minute victory against Monmouth. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football lands first win of the season with stunning finish
Sophomore linebacker Robert Stevens tries to tackle a Buffalo player in the Leopards' Thursday loss. (Photo by Nicholas T. LoVerde for GoLeopards)
Football drops season opener
Senior midfielder Digger Iqbal leaps over a Navy defender for a header on Saturday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer winless against Navy, La Salle
Junior goalkeeper Eric Axtman jumps for a ball in front of the goal in Tuesday's win against Albany. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer drops Patriot League opener, wins against Albany
Senior goalkeeper Griffin Huff makes a save against Binghamton. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer draws with Villanova, loses to Binghamton
Sophomore midfielder Griffin Feather operates in open space against Siena College on Aug. 28. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer remains undefeated with win at Fairfield
Senior midfielder Carter Houlihan dribbles in open space against Siena on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer opens season with draw, win
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Senior guard Eric Sondberg shoots over a Bucknell defender earlier this year. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball ends regular season with fourth consecutive loss
Junior guard Luka Savicevic shoots over a Lehigh defender during the Leopards' loss. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops three games in a row
Senior forward Kyle Jenkins shoots during the game against Colgate in which he notched his 1000th career point. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball defeats American, drops close game to Colgate
Freshman Mark Butler handles the ball against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball falls in double OT to Lehigh, drops Loyola matchup
Senior midfielder Lineke Spaans makes a play on the ball in a match against Quinnipiac University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey notches first Patriot League win
Sophomore defender Katie Gibb looks to make a pass in the Leopards' Sept. 13 win against Quinnipiac. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey outlasts Quinnipiac, loses heartbreaker at Syracuse
Junior defender Makenzie Switzer and senior midfielder Laine Delmotte try to keep up with a New Hampshire player. (Photo courtesy of University of New Hampshire Athletics)
Field hockey goes 1-1 in New Hampshire
The field hockey team celebrates following Sunday's win against Delaware. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Field hockey starts season 2-0
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from a rough outing this weekend at the Lehigh Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated in dual matches against Monmouth, Rider
The women's tennis team opened its fall season at Bucknell this weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s tennis compete at Bucknell Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from an 8-15 record last season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis starts season at Bloomsburg Invitational
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
The Leopards celebrate after sophomore Sam Gelber walks off against Colgate in a historic win.
Men’s tennis upsets Colgate for first time in 17 years
Sophomore outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to dig the ball. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins in 5 against Fordham, silenced twice by FDU
Freshman outside hitter Paige Chmura and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to contest a Virginia Tech player. (Photo courtesy of Virginia Tech Athletics)
Volleyball falls to Winthrop, wins against Virginia Tech at weekend tourney
Senior outside hitter Abby Nieporte and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to block a Syracuse player. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Athletics)
Volleyball begins season 3-1 at Salt City Classic Tournament
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
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
On the Spot: Who won the debate, and why?
On the Spot: Who won the debate, and why?
Op-ed: Breaking the silence, Lafayette’s next leap
On the Spot: Why is your club the best on campus?
On the Spot: Why is your club the best on campus?
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Op-ed: Breaking the silence, Lafayette’s next leap
Op-ed: An open letter to President Nicole Hurd from concerned faculty and staff
Op-ed: The case for disclosure
Students sat for the national anthem in 2016 to protest police brutality.
Op-ed: Student activism in uncertain times
Photo courtesy of Jess Langlois '24
Op-ed: Speak Now (Mental Health Version)
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: Hoff Awards changes
Letter to the editor: Eclipse article mistake
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and "got a sense of his soul."
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Don't worry, the Quaddlers can't count to 84,000.
New Bowd of Twustees talks goals, kitties
“I don’t get the sense that the men were ever afraid to show how smart they were in a classroom,” Thaddeus Robert Barron Pardee ‘33 said.
Men of first class look back 191 years after graduating
Do not come.
Lafayette College announces ‘Hibachi for Harris’
Defenestrate the frat men? Fine, we'll do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
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The Lafayette
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The Lafayette
All content by Kathryn Kelly
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 year's 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 Smart's 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 men's 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 college's 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 college's 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 Braxton's 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
Women's 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 President's 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 President's 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 Lafayette's 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 Lafayette's planned development on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of the president's 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 Trump's foreign policy. (Photo by Kathryn Kelly '19).

Lecturer urges internationalism: says Trump foreign policy ‘incoherent’

By Kathryn Kelly
April 21, 2017
A design for Lafayette's planned development on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of the president's 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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