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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)
Easton mayoral debate recap
A Truman Scholar, Cham will work at Bloomberg after she graduates.
Fatimata Cham ’23 wins Pepper Prize
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
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
The Leopard for a Day program allows prospective, accepted and incoming students to shadow current students.
Leopard for a Day returns
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
The amended budget guidelines will provide clubs with extra funds for merchandise.
Student Government amends budget guidelines
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
Dean Tim Cox will choose Student Government representatives to select Pepper Prize finalists.
Changes made to Pepper Prize selection process
Neha Vora is one of at least two tenured professors to leave the college this semester. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
‘You can’t help but feel underappreciated’: Tenured professor Neha Vora leaving Lafayette
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Professor Khadijah Mitchell will have the opportunity to teach at various medical schools at her new job. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Biology professor Khadijah Mitchell to depart for top cancer center
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
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)
Easton mayoral debate recap
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
The primary election will be held on May 16.
Easton election guide: 2023 municipal primary
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
Twyleak Sexton, whose alleged actions resulted in the campus lockdown, was arrested in New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of RLS Media)
Campus locked down after shooting downtown, suspect apprehended
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
The master plan will be finalized at the end of 2023.
Master plan recap: A year of envisioning change
Students and faculty have pressed the administration to speed up accessibility efforts.
Despite increased awareness, accessibility issues persist
The monument has been moved in the past, according to an Indigenous Rights Coalition leader.
College to consider Sullivan Monument proposals
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
Empty Threat was one of the student bands that performed at Lafchella.
Lafchella persists, rain or shine
Lafayette hosted two drag queens despite local backlash over similar events. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegelibrary on Instagram)
Drag Story Hour encourages LGBTQ+ inclusion
A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)
Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’
Ella Dalgliesh 25 created sculptures inspired by her family. (Photo courtesy of Ella Dalgliesh 25)
Sculpture class project ‘The 100’ makes artistic mark on campus
Remy Oktay 24 organized the dinner as a final assignment for his class. (Photo courtesy of Remy Oktay 24)
Student brings strangers together with secretive steak dinner
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
Juliana Soldat 24 sculpted pieces for her independent study that comment on mental health and personal struggles. (Photo courtesy of Juliana Soldat 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Juliana Soldat ’24 depicts mental illness through sculpture
Isabella Lu 25 made archaeological illustrations for professor Ingrid Furniss upcoming book. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Lu 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Isabella Lu ’25 digs into archeology illustrations
A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)
Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’
Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer will add to his impressive filmography this summer. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Five new movies to look forward to this summer
Kendal Davis 26 tried vegan sandwiches and desserts from Easton Public Market. (Photo courtesy of Kendal Davis 26)
The best vegan options in Easton Public Market
Amadeus features critically acclaimed direction and performances. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #4 ‘Amadeus’
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling give standout performances in La La Land. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #5 ‘La La Land’
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
Jenny DeLorenzo intends for Plants + Coffee to have a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)
Small Business Spotlight: Plants + Coffee sprouts in Easton
Easton Candle Company is open downtown from Friday through Sunday.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Candle Company curates clean, unique fragrances
The Easton Record Exchange emerged from its next-door neighbor, the pawn shop Easton Exchange.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Record Exchange will satisfy your vintage desires
Pie+Tart is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day except Sunday and Monday. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Small Business Spotlight: Pie+Tart combines two women’s love for baking
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
The Mar-Keys is one of Lafayettes all-voices a capella groups. (Photo courtesy of Alex Thurtle 24)
Starting out on the right note: Mar-Keys compete for first time
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
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
Documentarian and journalist Sean Ryon ‘12 studied English and film and media studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sean Ryon 12)
Alum Spotlight: ‘Dateline’ field producer Sean Ryon ’12 on documentary production
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Some members of the crew team will represent Lafayette in Tennessee this month. (Photo courtesy of @lafcrew on Instagram)
Crew sweeps the board at Gifford Pinchot Sprints Regatta
Team members pose after a strong 4x400 performance at the 2023 indoor Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Lily Dineen 24)
What to expect at Track and Field Patriot League Championship
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
Coach John Troxell celebrates with his team following its last second win over Sacred Heart. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Sophomore Nahjee Adams carries the ball past defenders. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football showcases talent at Spring Game, looks forward to fall
Among the Leopards leaving are defensive lineman Malik Hamm, who declared for the NFL draft. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football completes 2027 recruiting class, signs 26 new players
Seniors Marco Olivas and Malik Hamm lead the Leopards out of tunnel to take on Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards).
Hamm wins second Defensive Player of the Year award, five others take home Patriot League Honors
The Leopards celebrate their 2022 Rivalry Game win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football defeats Lehigh in close defensive match up, marks positive end to Troxell’s first year
Mens soccer tied ESU at Cottingham Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Men’s soccer hosts annual Earn Your Spots Game
The Gummeson Grounds will have several improvements, including a new press box. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Construction on new soccer stadium underway
Yazdan Basir 23 creates models to help the mens soccer team visualize its statistics. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)
Yazdan Basir ’23 brings men’s soccer stats to life
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Senior midfielder Will Echeverria controls the ball during the Leopards 0-1 playoff loss. (Photo by Phil Hoffmann for Navy Athletics)
Men’s soccer season ends with loss in Patriot League quarterfinals, Kitromilides receives academic honors
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?
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
Freshman midfielder Josephine van Wijk is recognized before the Leopards beat Holy Cross. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey captures final win of 2022 campaign
Fifth-year Molly McAndrew takes the ball up the field during one of her last games as a Leopard. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite dominant road victory, field hockey misses out on playoffs
Senior Molly McAndrew is embraced by the team after she scores one of the Leopards two goals during their 2-0 win over BU. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend, notches first Patriot League win of season
Senior defender Sydney Woolston is embraced by her team after scoring her third career goal during the Leopards victory against Richmond. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend matches against Lehigh, Richmond
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
The mens tennis team competed in several close matches this past weekend at the Villanova Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi 25)
Men’s tennis participates in annual Villanova Invitational, featuring strong first-years
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
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Thank you for your support
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
The Student Government office should reopen in two to four business days, once the clean up crew takes care of the blood.
Student Government Budget Committee beat to death: Happiness Club, SMAC to blame
During his time on the Shanghai Sharks, Scott T. Pippin was named Most Caring Player.
Scott T. Pippin to take over as head men’s basketball coach
Please dont ask her if shes friends with ChatGPT. Thats racist.
Hurd exposed as AI
Thank you rich donor!
Alum donates millions to scholarship for straight white men
Kevin requires a diet of three small dogs per shift.
Chi Phi party empty after no one solves their riddles three
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
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Madeline Marriott

Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor

Maddie (she/her) is a junior English major pursuing a Government/Law minor. In the rare moments she's not writing, editing, or talking about her beloved newspaper, she is a Writing Associate for the College Writing Program, a student contributor to the Lafayette Today, Vice President of the English Club, a Communications Intern for the Office of Sustainability, and an EXCEL research scholar for the English department. She has squatter's rights at Barnes and Noble, could fill an encyclopedia with her knowledge about Taylor Swift, and eats Triscuits like they're going out of style. Do not, under any circumstances, get into a conversation with her about the Phillies, unless you're prepared to spend the rest of the day hearing her talk about it. If you're ever having trouble sleeping, ask her to talk to you about the merits of the Oxford comma. You'll be out like a light.

All content by Madeline Marriott
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

By Trebor Maitin and Madeline Marriott
May 5, 2023
Members of the womens club lacrosse team said that trying to find 20 members may prove difficult. (Photo courtesy of Selma OMalley 26)

How new requirements affect clubs

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
April 21, 2023
All the members of the Governance Committee declined to comment.

Silence surrounds faculty committee member resignation

By Emma Chen and Madeline Marriott
April 21, 2023
A panel of judges, comprised of Janine Block, Dean of Students Brian Samble and

From trash to treasure: Students model upcycled outfits at Trashion Show

April 14, 2023
Laf Quill Co. creates uniquely shaped wooden pens. (Photo courtesy of Remy Oktay 24)

Student Business Spotlight: Laf Quill Co. turns campus trees into creative, sustainable pens

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
April 14, 2023
Senior interviewers meet one-on-one with prospective students during their application process. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Admissions)

Senior interviewers share positives of position

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
April 7, 2023
Miley Cyrus Endless Summer Vacation bends genre and stuns with an impressive vocal performance. (Photo courtesy of Pitchfork)

Best music of March

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
April 7, 2023
Junior Colleen McNamara talks to student-athletes about their passions. (Photo courtesy of Colleen McNamara 24)

‘The Leopard Report’ highlights athletes’ stories

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
April 7, 2023
Fictional tennis legend Carrie Soto attempts to become the oldest woman to win a Grand Slam in Taylor Jenkins Reids latest novel. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Maddie’s Library: ‘Carrie Soto is Back’ stuns with immersive feminist sports story

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
March 24, 2023
Faculty expressed their frustration over the new dean positions, as well as other structural issues, in a letter to the administration.

Group of faculty air frustrations in letter to Hurd

By Emma Chen and Madeline Marriott
March 10, 2023
Last summer, Caitlyn Carr 23 traveled to Italy with professor Eric Hupe to photograph sites for a virtual reality experience. (Photo courtesy of Eric Hupe)

Bringing Italy to College Hill: Virtual reality in art history classrooms

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
March 3, 2023
Yazdan Basir 23 creates models to help the mens soccer team visualize its statistics. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)

Yazdan Basir ’23 brings men’s soccer stats to life

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
March 3, 2023
A pitch clock will be introduced to speed up the games pace. (Photo by Daniel Shirey for MLB Photos)

Sidelines: New MLB rules a ‘mixed bag’

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
February 25, 2023
The speech and debate team took home eight first place trophies. (Photo courtesy of John Boyer)

Speech and debate team trounces competition at states

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
February 24, 2023
Remy Oktay 24 uses the stick from his Art and the Environment class as a form of community-based art. (Photo courtesy of Remy Otkay 24)

Sticking out on campus: The students of Art and the Environment

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
February 17, 2023
Emily Henrys trio of romance novels will hit the spot for readers this Valentines Day. (Photo courtesy of Medium)

Maddie’s Library: Romances for your Valentine’s Day yearning

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
February 10, 2023
Super Bowl LVII will be held in Glendale, Ariz. (Photo courtesy of Getty Images)

Sidelines: Who will win Super Bowl LVII?

By Madeline Marriott and Charlie Berman
February 10, 2023
Ivan Provorov of the Philadelphia Flyers sparked controversy when he did not participate in the teams Pride Night. (Photo courtesy of NBC News)

Sidelines: Ivan Provorov and inclusivity in sports

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
February 3, 2023
Students have been paid to promote the app, but some question the source of the funding.

Fizz floods campus, defying regulations

By Trebor Maitin, Madeline Marriott and Emma Chen
January 27, 2023
Shayne Figureoa 99 (front, center) spearheaded a change from Arts to Arts & Entertainment during her tenure. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)

What’s in a name?: The evolution of arts coverage in The Lafayette

By Madeline Marriott and Trebor Maitin
January 27, 2023
Letter from the Editors: Welcome to Culture

Letter from the Editors: Welcome to Culture

By Madeline Marriott and Bernadette Russo
January 27, 2023
The Guncle by Stephen Rowley was my top read of the break. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Maddie’s Library: Winter break reading review

By Madeline Marriott, Culture Editor
January 27, 2023
Maria Cangro 24, president of the new English Club, read her work at the first Poetry Slam in October.

[Photo] From science to screenplays: Seven new clubs come to campus

January 27, 2023
Engineering Science 303 students researched ways to make Metzgar Fields more sustainable. (Photo courtesy of David Brandes)

Integrative engineering students unveil Metzgar revitalization plan

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
December 9, 2022
Two of Frederik Backmans books made the list for best of the year. (Photo courtesy of AliExpress)

Maddie’s Library: 2022 in Review

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
December 9, 2022
Eighteen of 19 teams achieved a perfect mark in the NCAAs latest national ranking of graduation success rate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)

Lafayette among top colleges for student-athlete Graduation Success Rate

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
December 2, 2022
True Biz follows the headmistress and students of River Valley, a school for deaf students. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Book Review: ‘True Biz’: Stunning portrait of Deaf culture

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
December 2, 2022
Students sat for henna drawings at ISAs Wednesday event Decolonizing Beauty in South Asia.

Around the world in a week: International Education Week cultivates cultural understanding

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
November 11, 2022
Cleo and Macs story spans two continents in One Night on the Island. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Book Review: Josie Silver’s ‘One Night on the Island’ perfects small-town story

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
November 11, 2022
The Bootmobile will continue traveling along the East Coast until the end of December.

[Photo] Beep beep! L.L.Bean Bootmobile parks on campus for first time

November 11, 2022
The first episode of PardCast discussed the colleges plans for celebrating Banned Books Week. (Graphic courtesy of Nora Zimmerman)

Library podcast highlights staff, underutilized resources

By Madeline Marriott , Arts & Culture Editor
November 4, 2022
Odjakjian ‘76 began his career at ESPN as manager of program scheduling. (Photo courtesy of American Athletic Conference)

From College Hill to ESPN: Tom Odjakjian ’76 inducted to Maroon Club Hall of Fame

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
November 4, 2022
Anne Supsics The Bookmark is a historical romance that bridges Bethlehems past and present. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Book Review: Anne Supsic’s ‘The Bookmark’: Lafayette like you’ve never seen him

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
November 4, 2022
Professor Chris Phillips, the president of the Easton Book Festivals board, held an event at the College Store discussing his book.

[Photo] Lafayette sponsors Easton Book Festival, connecting campus with community

November 4, 2022
The $5,000 reward for information leading to the location of Joseph Crater would be nearly $90,000 in todays money. (Photo courtesy of The New York Daily News).

The Lafayette alum who became the ‘missingest man in America’

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
October 28, 2022
The Dead Romantics features the writer Florence and the ghost of her literary editor Benji. (Photo courtesy of @heyashpost on Instagram)

Book Review: ‘The Dead Romantics’ bridges paranormal, heartfelt

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
October 28, 2022
Students pose for a photo in front of rainbow balloons in the Wilson Room. (Photo courtesy of Meredith McGee 23)

LGBTQIA+ Formal: A party for self-expression

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
October 21, 2022
Board members from the Women+ in Physics Club demonstrated magnets and light diffraction to the shoppers at Easton Farmers Market last weekend. (Photo courtesy of Jenna Tempkin 24)

Women+ in Physics Club wows Easton community with scientific demonstrations

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
October 21, 2022

On the Spot: How do you destress during midterm season?

By Shirley Liu and Madeline Marriott
October 21, 2022
Matt Plishka 15 spoke to students as part of the panel for the International Student Associations recent ISA Xposed lecture. (Photo courtesy of Matt Plishka 15)

‘Fruitful research’: Matt Plishka ’15 on colonial Jamaica, banana trade

By Madeline Marriott , Arts & Culture Editor
October 21, 2022

Photo Essay: Hello, autumn!: Fall Fest on the Quad

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
October 21, 2022
Members of the German Club and Eva Scheicher (middle), a Fulbright teaching assistant in the German program, shared information about the organization at Lafayettes Oktoberfest-themed Fall Fest.

[Photo] Bringing the world to College Hill: Get to know Lafayette’s language clubs

October 21, 2022
After Tua Tagavailoas injury, there has been increased attention given to concussion protocol. (Photo courtesy of ESPN)

‘When in doubt, keep them out’: Lafayette’s concussion protocol

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
October 7, 2022
Ciaos College Hill location will be open until 3 a.m. (Photo courtesy of Ciao on Facebook)

Restaurant Review: Ciao brings tasty late-night option to College Hill

By Madeline Marriott and Bernadette Russo
October 7, 2022
Main character June Jones must leap out of her comfort zone to save her job and her favorite place in The Last Chance Library. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Book Review: ‘The Last Chance Library’: A love letter to public libraries

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
October 7, 2022
The shrimp and grits bowl and the hot chicken sandwich were among the editorial staffs favorites. 

Restaurant Review: Miss Jackson’s serves Southern comfort food at steep price

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 30, 2022
The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Center on the third floor of Scott Hall provides resources and assistance to students who are learning English.

English for Academic Purposes Center fosters academic, cultural understanding for international students

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 30, 2022

On the Spot: What is your go-to fall drink?

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 30, 2022
On Wednesday, students participated in a blackout poetry workshop to create new work out of banned books. (Photo courtesy of Kate Pitts)

Banned Books Week promotes ‘expression rather than repression’

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 23, 2022
The cover of Iona Iversons Rules for Commuting. The words Sometimes you have to break the rules are the top. It is bright orange with pink purses throughout the cover. A logo of a dog is at the bottom.

Book Review: ‘Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting’: Undeniable charm, lovable characters

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 23, 2022
The College Writing Program hopes to sponsor a writing center in the near future.

New developments in College Writing Program suggest bright future

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 16, 2022
Wellness sessions are held every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Interfaith Chapel in Hogg Hall.

New spiritual wellness sessions emphasize need for self-care

By Madeline Marriott and Bernadette Russo
September 16, 2022
Hana Sushi and Teppanyaki has offerings for everyone from sushi beginners to the most adventurous eaters.

Restaurant Review: Hana Sushi and Teppanyaki rolls onto College Hill

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 9, 2022
The Invisible Husband of Frick Island details one strange habit of Frick Islands townspeople through the investigation of a curious journalist. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Book Review: ‘The Invisible Husband of Frick Island:’ Intriguing premise, disappointing resolution

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 9, 2022
Over the summer, Sam Semsel 25 studied how presidents utilized music and how that affected their policymaking. (Photo courtesy of Sam Sensel 25)

Student Research Spotlight: Sam Semsel ‘25 explores the musical abilities of U.S. presidents

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 2, 2022
Charlotte Nunes hopes to bolster existing library programs and create new ones during her time in the interim position. (Photo courtesy of Charlotte Nunes)

Charlotte Nunes to serve as interim dean of libraries

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 2, 2022
Book Lovers tells the story of big city editor Charlie and literary agent Nora, who cross paths in a small town over the summer. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

Book Review: Emily Henry strikes rom-com gold with ‘Book Lovers’

By Madeline Marriott, Arts & Culture Editor
September 2, 2022
The fundraiser, hosted at LaFarm, will feature prayer, reflection and participation from the local Ukrainian community. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegefarm on Instagram)

‘It’s an act of hope’: LaFarm to hold Sunflowers for Ukraine event on Sunday

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
May 6, 2022
Sarah Candido 22 performed the alma mater at President Hurds inauguration in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Student Artist Spotlight: From audiobooks to micro-operas, Sarah Candido ’22 lends her voice to Lafayette’s soundscape

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
April 29, 2022
Several students traveled to Illinois to compete in Speech and Debate nationals this year. (Photo by Josh Hale 23)

Eleven students compete at Speech and Debate Team nationals, three students place

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
April 29, 2022
Jillian Collins 24 traveled to Belfast, Ireland last week to compete with over 5,000 performers at the World Championship. (Photo courtesy of Jillian Collins 24)

Sophomore Jillian Collins places sixth in world at Irish dance competition

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
April 22, 2022
Driving Back Late by Matthew Gustafson 22 was selected by poet Donika Kelly as the winner of this years H. Black MacKnight Poetry Prize. (Photo courtesy of Matthew Gustafson 22)

Matthew Gustafson ’22 wins H. MacKnight Black Poetry Prize

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
April 22, 2022
Students set up tables in the Farinon atrium last week to raise funds for the Razom Foundation Emergency Response Fund. (Photo by Deanna Hanchuk 22)

Ukrainian-American Deanna Hanchuk ‘22 reflects on campus response to invasion and upcoming fundraiser

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
April 14, 2022
Kitty Pierre-Louis 23 focuses her research on the effect of UV light on aerosols in the atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of Kitty Pierre-Louis 23)

Women in STEM Week: A spotlight on some women of the Clare Boothe Luce Program

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
April 8, 2022
Shuang Wu 22 drew inspiration for her latest project from explorations of intimacy in a prior photography course. (Photo courtesy of Shuang Wu 22)

Student Artist Spotlight: Shuang Wu ‘22 explores intimacy between photographer and subject in photo series

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
March 25, 2022

Sidelines: End of lockout/free agency

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
March 25, 2022
Scullys Seafood is located on Cattell Street and serves a number of fresh and prepared seafood options.

Restaurant Review: Scully’s Seafood offers options for Lent and beyond

By Trebor Maitin and Madeline Marriott
March 11, 2022
A common objection that professors have to technology in the classroom is that it acts as a distraction. (Photo by Emma Sylvester 25 for The Lafayette)

To type or not to type: The debate over student use of technology in classrooms

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts & Culture Editor
March 4, 2022
German immigrants believed that Hexenkopf Rock had the power to cure ailments. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)

Hexenkopf Rock project to highlight the Lehigh Valley’s unique history

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
February 25, 2022
Last Summer at the Golden Hotel tells the story of two families deciding whether or not to sell their hotel and the drama that ensues. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)

‘Last Summer at the Golden Hotel’ expertly balances family drama and nostalgia

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
February 18, 2022
Opinions are divided over the MLBs newest rule, which extends the designated hitter into the national league. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons)

Major League Baseball implements universal designated hitter for 2022 season

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
February 18, 2022
Beautiful World, Where Are You follows the story of Alice and Eileen, two college best friends, and their experiences with work, romance and finding themselves. (Photo courtesy of Penguin Random House Canada)

Book Review: ‘Beautiful World, Where Are You’ stuns with complex, nuanced characters

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
February 11, 2022
Better Left Unsaid by Laura Bedser 23 tells the story of a sister grieving after her brothers attempted suicide. (Photo courtesy of Laura Bedser 23)

Laura Bedser ’23 wins this year’s Flash Fiction Contest with an examination of the complexities of grief

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
February 4, 2022
Lafayette Skate Club unites students with a passion for all types of skating. (Photo by Conrad Tilroe 25)

Athletes, activists and avian enthusiasts: Student Government approves eight new clubs for the 2022 spring semester

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
January 28, 2022
Sophie Himmel ‘24 created 100 casts of her chest for students to place around campus in places that they have felt unsafe. (Photo courtesy of Sophie Himmel 24)

Student Artist Spotlight: Sophie Himmel ‘24 raises awareness of sexual violence on campus with sculpture project

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 31, 2021
Dr. Robert Krasner 67 rubbed elbows with the nations most prominent political figures, including George H. W. Bush, during his tenure as Attending Physician to Congress. (Photo courtesy of the Robert CJ Krasner Papers, Special Collections and College Archives)

Former Attending Physician to Congress Dr. Robert Krasner ‘67 donates decades of memorabilia to Special Collections

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 10, 2021
Eight Perfect Hours follows Sam and Noelle as the universe brings them together over and over again. (Photo courtesy of Simon & Schuster)

Book Review: ‘Eight Perfect Hours’: Heartwarming holiday cheer overshadowed by complex subplots

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 10, 2021
Through their art, Sadie Graeff 22 asks viewers to question what makes a person who they are. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Student artist spotlight: Sadie Graeff ’22 explores facets of identity with art

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 3, 2021
Hank Greens 2018 and 2020 releases dive into the world of extraterrestrials, internet fame and young adult relationships. (Photo courtesy of Fantasy Literature)

Hank Green’s science-fiction duology provides balance of social critique and scientific exploration

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
December 3, 2021
The cover of Red (Taylors Version). Swift is wearing a red hat and looking to the side.

Album Review: ‘Red (Taylor’s Version)’ re-recording delivered same charm with new maturity

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
November 19, 2021
Chef Breandan Duffs chili features several different types of peppers and two types of beef. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Chef Breandan Duff shares his winning chili recipe

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
November 19, 2021
Lily Gilmore 24 represented each survivor of campus sexual assault with a teal ribbon in her piece. (Photo courtesy of Lily Gilmore 24)

Student Artist Spotlight: Lily Gilmore ‘24 honors sexual assault survivors with performance art piece

By Madeline Marriott, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor
November 12, 2021
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