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As a result of the pandemic and the postponement of last years matchup, this year marks the first time that Lafayette and Lehigh will play twice in one year. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
First for some, 57th for others: Lafayette-Lehigh rivalry attendees look forward to this year’s game
The renovation of the Rinek Rope factory, pictured above, may be postponed because of supply chain issues, according to VP of Finance and Administration Roger Demareski. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Economics professor explains national labor shortages and supply chain issues felt by the college
The financial grants are supposed to cover unexpected expenses, unmet financial need or expenses related to the disruption of campus operations on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Baris Yazici 25)
COVID-19 stimulus funding distributed to Lafayette students
Lafayette Today faces praise, critique more than a year after its inception
Rumors about Monday fire in Hugel Science Center were ‘unfounded,’ Public Safety says
Protesters being arrested holding up signs telling people to register to vote.
$10 million photography gift ‘energizes’ conversation around civil rights
Larry Stockton poses with students
Music Department Head Larry Stockton to retire this year, reflects on decades at college
Meredith Forman 24 of Soulfege sang in one of the many student performances during the Evening of A Cappella. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student-led groups shine at Lafayette Arts Society’s Evening of A Cappella
Two people standing in front of a projector at a startup competition.
Lafayette Consulting Group pitch competition fuels innovation in students
Corey Beck 22 leads Lafayettes Pep Band on and off the field. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student Artist Spotlight: Corey Beck ‘22 reflects on time with pep band before conducting at his final football game
Mens basketball triumphs over Rutgers in first win of season
Men’s basketball triumphs over Rutgers in first win of season
Junior running back Jaden Sutton (#1) (pictured) hits the hole during his 70-yard rushing performance during 157th rivalry game. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)
Lafayette falls to Lehigh in 157th Rivalry Game
Why Lafayette will win the 157th rivalry game
Why Lafayette will win the 157th rivalry game
Why Lehigh will win the 157th rivalry game
Why Lehigh will win the 157th rivalry game
Junior Jaden Sutton (pictured) splitting the defense during his 140-yard performance on Saturday in loss against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards).
Football falls in heartbreaker to Colgate on senior day
Photo courtesy of Lucie Lagodich 22
Letter from the editor
The Lafayette fencing team initiated their season at Temple University, with the match being highlighted by sophomore Amanda Manubag placing 16th in saber. (Photo courtesy of Gregory Rupp)
Fencing ready for the season after first outing at Temple
Op-Ed: The illusion of safety
Letter from the Editorial Board
Letter from the Editorial Board
Op-Ed: Where Do We Go from Here?
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
College still co-ed
College still co-ed
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long

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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

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

May 10, 2019
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

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

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

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’

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

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

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

Student government executive board positions up for election Monday

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

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

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

April 5, 2019

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

March 29, 2019

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

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

March 8, 2019

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

November 27, 2018

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

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

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”

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

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

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

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

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

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

August 31, 2018
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

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

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

A pivotal summer for Lafayette administrative structure ahead

May 4, 2018

College revokes Bill Cosby’s honorary degree after conviction

May 4, 2018
Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

March 23, 2018
Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

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”

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

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

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

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

February 23, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox 21

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

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

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

February 2, 2018
Photo courtesy of DD Littleton.

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

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

January 26, 2018
(Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

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

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

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

Nine Good Samaritans in five days: uncertainty surrounds increase

November 17, 2017
(Photo Courtesy of Shannon Calvert)

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

November 10, 2017
(Photo by Kathryn Kelly 19)

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

November 10, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration.

Tuition increase pushes cost of attendance over $68k

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

October 29, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration.

Capital campaign expected to reach fundraising goal six months early

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

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”

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

October 6, 2017
(Photo by Dilge Dilsiz 19)

New Grossman Gallery exhibit highlights importance of biodiversity

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

Timeout with: Crew club president Emily Smith

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

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

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

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

September 15, 2017
Courtesy of the Presidents office.

Expansion unfazed: the college explores options after rejection

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

September 15, 2017
Courtesy of the Presidents office.

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

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

Facing resignations, student government looks to connect with marginalized students

September 8, 2017

Easton Out Loud looks to revitalize downtown

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

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

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

The Bayou brings southern charm to downtown Easton

September 1, 2017

Letter from the Editor

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

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

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

Eighth sexual assault of the school year reported

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

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

Inclusive dialogue committee claims conservative views underrepresented

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

College Hill residents say Lafayette should remember history

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’

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

Expansion plans vote postponed, more concerns voiced

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

Sword snatched: The Marquis unsheathed

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

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

Student government aims to open political dialogue

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

Housing lottery goes digital

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

College seeks re-accreditation

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

Two reports of possession with intent to deliver filed

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

Sexual assault reports reach seven for school year

February 17, 2017
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