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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
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In addition to Campus Pizza and Mojo 516 Cafe, Lambros Galanos is currently working on opening a new Greek restaurant on College Hill. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

The new Greek restaurant in town: Lambros Galanos to expand business on College Hill

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
December 6, 2019
Lafayette students welcomed Brian Baumgartner, who played Kevin on The Office, with anticipation and excitement this past Wednesday. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

‘Why waste time say lot word when few word do trick’: Brian Baumgartner shares insight on ‘The Office’

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 22, 2019
After graduating from Lafayette, KeeShawn Murphy plans on pursuing an MFA in creative writing and later on a PhD. (Photo courtesy of KeeShawn Murphy 20)

KeeShawn Murphy ’20 explores ‘claustrophobic’ relationship between mother and daughter in winning story, ‘A Mother’s Suicide Note’

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 15, 2019
Frankie (left) and Woodford (right) will learn to open doors, drawers and turn on lights in the later stage of their training. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Wag hello to the new dogs, Frankie and Woodford join the Lafayette community

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 8, 2019
The Muslim Student Association (MSA) is hosting Bayadir Mohamed-Osman to give spoken word performance tomorrow in the Marlo Room from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m, following a Q&A section and open mic. (Photo courtesy of Bayadir Mohamed-Osman)

Activist, poet Bayadir Mohamed-Osman reclaims narrative through spoken word, aims to educate through performance tomorrow

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 1, 2019
Ross Gay discovered his love for writing during his sophomore year at the college while taking an English course. (Photo courtesy of Natasha Komoda)

Ross Gay ’96 explores fundamental curiosities of joy in ‘The Book of Delights’

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
October 25, 2019
Alex Goler 21 and Julia Lieto 21 host their show sadgirlzicecreamclub every Wednesday night from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

WJRH radio station serves as ‘creative outlet,’ students speak on their experiences

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 20, 2019
The RolleyPulley is a tug of war style game that consists of two ParaRollers and an eight foot pole. (Photo courtesy of RolleyPulley.com)

Jeff Acopian ’75 creates the RolleyPulley, a new ‘3-dimensional’ game

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 13, 2019
The Womens Gender and Sexuality Studies program hopes to expand their curriculum to focus more on sexual studies. (courtesy of Alison Williams)

Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies program changes name, provides more inclusive curriculum

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 13, 2019
Joe Swarctz said The Misadventures of Echo City Capers series has been in the works for 20 to 30 years with different incarnations. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Lafayette’s long-time custodian Joe Swarctz self-publishes children’s comic book series

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 6, 2019
Here are some things you should keep in mind while being a first-year student at Lafayette. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Freshman guide to navigating Lafayette, answers on roommates, studying, gym time, safety

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
August 30, 2019
Lehigh professor Nitzan Lebovic discussed how the culture of remembering the Holocaust has shifted as part of the Holocaust Remembrance Week. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19)

Professor and historian Dr. Nitzan Lebovic discusses ways in which the Holocaust is remembered

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
May 3, 2019
The Marquis Players raised over $2,000 more than last years fundraising total of $4,500. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

The Marquis Players’ fundraising total reaches $6,636: proceeds to be donated

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
April 26, 2019
Shane McCrae shared from his most recent poetry book The Gilded Auction Block at a reading on Tuesday. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Acclaimed poet Shane McCrae opens up about poetic journey

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
April 19, 2019
Karamo Brown of Netflix show Queer Eye spoke on his experiences as a black, gay man. (Photo by Abi Olofin 22)

‘Comparison is the thief of joy’: Karamo Brown shares journey from struggle with identity to embracing it

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
April 12, 2019
Owen McLeod talks about themes within his debut poetry collection at a reading this past Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Owen McLeod)

Poet, philosophy professor Owen McLeod debuts poetry collection ‘Dream Kitchen’

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 29, 2019
The Italian studies program will hold a summer course in Florence every other year. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Student and professor bring Italian Honor Society chapter to Lafayette

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 15, 2019
Lost Kings (right) will open for Metro Boomin (left) at spring concert on May 4. (Courtesy of Metro Boomins Facebook page and Courtesy of Lost Kings Facebook page, respectively)

Metro Boomin, Lost Kings to perform at this year’s spring concert

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 11, 2019
Karamo Brown has starred in Netflixs Queer Eye since the show was rebooted in 2018. (Photo courtesy of Royce Carlton Inc.)

Karamo Brown of ‘Queer Eye’ scheduled as senior speaker for next month

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 8, 2019
Professor Ian Smith discussed the importance of teaching race in plays by William Shakespeare. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19)

Blackness in Shakespearean works: English professor Ian Smith discusses class on dispelling ‘racial blind spots’

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 1, 2019
Inside/Outside follows the stories of women who have experiences within the criminal justice system. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Documentary tells stories of incarcerated women: art to be exhibited at Portlock today

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 1, 2019
Northampton Community College professor Karen S. Britt hosted A Celebration of the Black Presence in Easton, Part II: Sister Circle on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy of Carey Birgel)

In celebrating black presence in Easton, community members share personal stories

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 22, 2019
Taylor 2 Dance Company performed Wednesday night at the Williams Center for the Arts. (Photo courtesy of Jeff Cravotta)

Modern dance company entertains with its varied performances

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 15, 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 hazing reports, sanctions from last five years

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 8, 2019
The Rosa Parks exhibition in Skillman Library highlights Parks activism as part of the celebration of Black Heritage Month. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Activist Rosa Parks celebrated in exhibition as part of Black Heritage Month

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 8, 2019
Food blog founders Gillian Presto 18 (@new_fork_city, left) and Cameron Rogers 13 (@freckledfoodie, right) share how they found success doing what they love. (Photos courtesy of Gillian Presto 18 and Cameron Rogers 13)

Lafayette alumnae take passions for food to Instagram

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 1, 2019
John Mulaney and Pete Davidson will perform in stand-up comedy shows together on Feb. 23rd at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. (Photos courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Comedians John Mulaney and Pete Davidson to perform stand-up at State Theatre: first show sells out, second one added

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 1, 2019
150 paper cranes have been installed in Skillman Library to represent the number of birds that have died from colliding with buildings. (Photo by Morgan Sturm 19)

‘BirdSavers’ aim to prevent birds colliding with windows of buildings

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
December 7, 2018
Joseph Langdon and fiancé Jennifer Murray are currently working on opening Three Birds Cafe in downtown Easton. (Photo courtesy of @threebirdscoffee on Instagram)

Three Birds Coffee to open early 2019 in Easton: owners hope to foster an artistic, community environment

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
December 7, 2018
Poets each read four of their work at a reading hosted by the colleges foreign language department. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Spanish poets speak on personal connection with their work

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 30, 2018
(Photo by Rachel Bram 20)

Following hazing allegation, Delta Gamma resumes normal operations after accepting student conduct charges

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 9, 2018
Sia Bassil, owner and operator of The Caramelcorn Shop, hopes to keep [carrying] on the tradition. (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Easton’s Caramelcorn Shop stays ‘old-fashioned’ for 87 years

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 9, 2018
Each set of chimes in the Musical Playground installation on the Karl Stirner Arts Trail plays a unique tune. (Photo courtesy of Dave Block)

‘Musical Playground’ brings interactive chimes to the Karl Stirner Arts Trail

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
October 26, 2018
Artist Rachel Hayes installation on the arts trail (pictured) will stay up through the winter. (Photo by Elle Cox21)

During winter months of gray skies, installations on arts trail will aim to bring color

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
October 5, 2018
Tri Delta has not yet received confirmation from the National branch on their standing as a chapter. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Public safety investigation into Tri Delta hazing incident concludes, no violations found: Delta Gamma investigation continues

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 28, 2018
Two campus sororities, Tri Delta and Delta Gamma, have been reported for alleged hazing. (Photos by Rachel Bram 20 and Elle Cox 21)

Two sororities on campus face allegations of hazing

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 21, 2018

How to start your first year off right: Advice from those who’ve been there

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
August 31, 2018
The Senior Art Exhibition runs through May 20 at the Grossman Gallery (Photo by Mario Sanchez 21)

Senior artists show an in-depth look into their lives and influences

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
May 4, 2018
Waka Flocka said hes looking forward to becoming a perfect husband, a perfect father, and a hell of a CEO, real shit. (Photos courtesy of Waka Flocka Media and Will Folsom)

Waka Flocka Flame and T-Pain to perform at the college: an exclusive interview with Waka Flocka

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
April 27, 2018
The Octopus Meditation art exhibition at the Brick and Mortar Gallery (Photo courtesy of Bobby Cloughen)

Using art and science together to “become more holistically connected to the world”

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
April 20, 2018
Pablo Pollish 19 exhibits art at professors gallery (Photo by Caroline Nawrocki 18)

Diving into the world of art: a nuanced look into paintings by Pablo Pollish ‘19

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
April 20, 2018
Daveed Diggs, who played Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson in Hamilton, said that efforts to include minorities and women in the world of theater need to be intentional. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

A modern revolutionary: Daveed Diggs speaks on artistic pursuits, career, Hamilton

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
April 13, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox 21 Rita Mae Brown navigates issues of individuality and identity.

Rita Mae Brown discusses how literature shapes the way we make decisions

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 30, 2018
Photo by Elle Cox 21 Laila Lalami talks about what might drive immigrants to risk their lives.

The changing meaning of the border: Pulitzer Prize finalist shares her work and thoughts on immigration

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 23, 2018
Dean Chris Hunt speaks on his personal connection with literature. Photo by Nouman Naveed 19

Dean Hunt discusses his journey through literature with “The Souls of Black Folks,” “Raisin in the Sun”

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 9, 2018
Lafayette students in class during early years of coeducation. Photo Courtesy of Diane Shaw

Lafayette’s journey from all-male to co-ed: the first female students’ experiences

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
March 9, 2018
Disgraced will play at Buck Hall theater this weekend. (Photo courtesy of Suzanne Westfall).

“Disgraced” highlights the complexity of Muslim identities in America

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 23, 2018
Photo Courtesy of Diane Shaw

Black history at Lafayette is rich, but goals to achieve more diversity persevere

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 16, 2018

When creativity meets problem solving: Engineering professor discusses her love of literature

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 9, 2018
This event was meant to shed light on the experiences of Muslims in America. Photo Courtesy of Christina Varhavskaya

Living “in the shadows of 9/11”: speakers discuss experiences of young Muslims

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 9, 2018
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra and Tine Ting Helseth come to Lafayette. Photo Courtesy of Ugo Ponte

Orpheus Chamber Orchestra combine with Tine Thing Helseth

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
February 2, 2018
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Renowned jazz musician Charles Lloyd brings “lifelong quest” and passion for music to Lafayette

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
January 26, 2018

Professor Fernandes talks about the hymns of Yeats’ poetics

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
January 26, 2018
The college recently proposed to reevaluate part of their dorm project in response to continued pushback from the neighborhood. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Students voice concerns over expansion

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
December 8, 2017
The student government office in Farinon. (Photo by Ben Fuller 21)

Student government approves club’s budget request to go to shooting range

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
December 1, 2017

Poets visit campus to share personal experiences in their writing

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
December 1, 2017
Winner of the Flash Fiction Contest Krystyna Keller 21 read her story Tuesday. (Photo by Jess Furtado 19)

Flash Fiction Contest winners tell stories

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 17, 2017
Markle Hall of Administration.

Expansion appeal postponed to January

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
November 10, 2017
The college recently proposed to reevaluate part of their dorm project in response to continued pushback from the neighborhood. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

College Hill residents push back on expansion: “Keep it in your campus” and save the neighborhood

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
October 27, 2017
(Photo by Irwin Frimpong 21)

Visiting Title IX Officer fields questions surrounding federal policy changes

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
October 20, 2017
hursday, September 28, the campus experienced a network failure lasting around four hours (Photo by Nouman Naveed 19).

Network failures cause campus-wide Internet outage

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
October 6, 2017
Students at the Why I Didnt Support Trump Talk (Photo by Michelle Polton-Simon 19)

Protests and response discussion arise to counter ‘Why I Supported Trump’ talk

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 29, 2017
Photo by Jess Furtado 19

Phone-a-thon reaches out to Senators in support of DACA

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 22, 2017
(Photo Courtesy of PASA Facebook Page)

PASA provides support and education for sexual assault survivors

By Mario Sanchez Castillo
September 15, 2017
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