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The University of Utah hosted the most recent vice presidential debate in 2020. (Photo courtesy of NBC News)
Lafayette to host 2024 vice presidential debate
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced the investigation on Friday. (Photo courtesy of ABC News)
Biden administration investigating Lafayette for antisemitism
Much of the accreditation work takes place during the summer, requiring a significant time commitment from fraternity and sorority members.
Why do we have Greek life accreditation?
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.
College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration
Currently, PAVE is working under the direction of Dean of Students Brian Samble.
Student advocacy and prevention coordinator role remains vacant
Juniors are registering for courses today and sophomores and first-years will do the same next week.
Seniors experience glitches in new course registration process
The Jones Lecture is an annual event featuring faculty members presenting from a variety of disciplines.
Jones Faculty Lecturer Melissa Galloway speaks to importance of chemistry in atmosphere
Michael McGuire, who chairs the Faculty Affairs and Resources Committee, praised the new fund for broadening access for professors.
New faculty fund provides travel opportunities for professors
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
The new lobby of Markle Hall has been completed after over 18 months of construction.
Admissions space looking brighter after Markle renovations
Student Government finished its scheduled agenda in four minutes.
Student Government report card, Nov. 9
The incoming executive board will decide who will fill the 21 available seats in Student Government.
Student Government elected
All Student Government meetings are open to the public.
Student Government report card
Student Government candidates urged students to vote despite all positions being uncontested.
Student Government candidates speak at forum
Student Government will appoint one of its representatives to serve as temporary Inclusivity Officer before a special election.
Student Government fails to produce candidate for inclusivity officer
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.
College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration
The Jones Lecture is an annual event featuring faculty members presenting from a variety of disciplines.
Jones Faculty Lecturer Melissa Galloway speaks to importance of chemistry in atmosphere
Students hope that offering classes during lunch will ameliorate long lunch lines.
College shakes up course offering schedule after years of delays
The mission statement is a small part of two of Hurds major goals at Lafayette: carrying out both a long-term strategic plan and a master plan.
College seeks community input on mission statement, values
Ernest Jeffries has seen through diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at three different universities. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Ernest Jeffries named as inaugural vice president for inclusion
The construction began the week of Oct. 9 and is expected to continue for the remainder of the semester.
Cattell construction seeks to improve safety, poses difficulties to students
Election Day saw a decrease in turnout in Northampton County compared to last years midterm election. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
Democrats wallop Republicans in off-year election
The college has planted 48 trees to account for those removed during the construction of the escarpment trail.
Lafayette works to remedy tree removal dispute
Thursdays shooting was Eastons first fatal shooting since March 2022. (Photo courtesy of Trip Advisor)
Suspect at large after fatal South Side shooting
The group of students was working in the section of the Bushkill Creek in Jacobsburg. (Photo courtesy of Scenic Wild Delaware River)
Student researchers find gun in Bushkill Creek
The colleges yearly crime history is published in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contextualizing the weekly crime log
Thursdays shooting was Eastons first fatal shooting since March 2022. (Photo courtesy of Trip Advisor)
Suspect at large after fatal South Side shooting
Some of those arrested were living at the Hotel Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Meth seized, six arrests made after Downtown raid
The new structure prioritizes technical, safety and communication improvements to Public Safetys emergency preparedness.
Crisis management team revamps campus security procedures
Professor Kathleen Parrish raised concerns about doors not locking from the inside in Pardee Hall.
Public Safety working to clear up lockdown procedures
The University of Utah hosted the most recent vice presidential debate in 2020. (Photo courtesy of NBC News)
Lafayette to host 2024 vice presidential debate
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced the investigation on Friday. (Photo courtesy of ABC News)
Biden administration investigating Lafayette for antisemitism
Much of the accreditation work takes place during the summer, requiring a significant time commitment from fraternity and sorority members.
Why do we have Greek life accreditation?
The bicentennial committee will emphasize bringing together students, faculty, parents and alumni.
College launches committee to prepare for bicentennial celebration
Currently, PAVE is working under the direction of Dean of Students Brian Samble.
Student advocacy and prevention coordinator role remains vacant
Through the care of many faculty members and students, Bubba has lived a fruitful life on campus.
Meet Bubba, Lafayette’s cuddliest lizard
The class put together an exhibit inspired by the book Potential History: Unlearning Imperialism by Ariella Aïsha Azoulay.
Class interrogates imperialism with pop-up exhibit
Professor Jenn Stroud Rossmanns debut novel came out in 2018.
Engineering professor Jenn Stroud Rossmann gets gears turning with creative writing
The Prestigious Pardettes will be performing at basketball games this winter. (Photo courtesy of Janiya Hood 25)
Prestigious Pardettes perform at first ever fall showcase
The SAG-AFTRA strike lasted 118 days and the WGA strike lasted 148 days. (Photo courtesy of NPR)
Arts community comments on end of actor’s strike
For Those Who Waited uses songs Téo Rodriguez 24 has written over the last three years. (Photo courtesy of Téo Rodriguez 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Rapper Téo Rodriguez ‘24 releases debut album
Carnival Craze puts carnival fun into an interactive board game.
Matthew Moise ’24 develops new board game
Elena Duffy 24 is currently working on a new EP. (Photo courtesy of Elena Duffy 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Elena Duffy ‘24 finds her voice
Image Pattersons Sankofa is named for a Ghanaian proverb. (Photo courtesy of Image Patterson ‘25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Image Patterson ‘25 highlights Black culture with art installation
Maria Cangro 24 (front, center-right) lived at Skidmore College for two weeks while taking creative writing workshops. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Maria Cangro ’24 receives full scholarship to Skidmore College Poetry Seminar
Merrily We Roll Along takes audiences on an emotional journey spanning 20 years. (Photo courtesy of Playbill)
Performance Review: Broadway’s ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ stuns with star cast, gorgeous score
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring saw a classic story brought to life through expert editing and sweeping cinematography. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Sam’s top 5 of all time
Fargo combines comedy with show-stopping cinematography and filmmaking. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: Sam’s top 5 of all time
1989 (Taylors Version) is titled after the singer-songwriters birth year. (Photo courtesy of Pitchfork)
Album Review: ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’: It’s been waiting for you
Protagonist Rory Morris deals with a wolf bite and a strained maternal relationship in Such Sharp Teeth. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: ‘Such Sharp Teeth’ offers feminist werewolf dream
Fox Bakerys shelves include many European treats, such as Russian honey cake.
Small Business Spotlight: Fox Bakery brings European treats to Easton
Barbara Vasconez and Mik Mattis are the team that runs all operations at Mystery Box Games.
Small Business Spotlight: Every night is game night at Mystery Box Games
The idea for Seth and Co. Coffee started as an online business.
Small Business Spotlight: Seth and Co. Coffee builds community for young adults with special needs
Belleville Market features handmade goods and has a homey energy.
Small Business Spotlight: Belleville Market brings Parisian charm to Pennsylvania
The Raven 96 was opened out of Raven Gabriels love for the restaurant industry.
Small Business Spotlight: The Raven 96 proves breakfast is most important meal of day
The Prestigious Pardettes will be performing at basketball games this winter. (Photo courtesy of Janiya Hood 25)
Prestigious Pardettes perform at first ever fall showcase
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a celebration of unity and love. (Photo courtesy of Susanna Hontz 24)
Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates Chinese cultural traditions
Ari Ismail ‘26 and Ariel Haber-Fawcett ‘25 created the Middle Eastern Studies Association to raise awareness of issues in the region.
From the court to the stage
Meredith Forman 24 hopes that the addition of pride flags on the arts houses will spur more LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Pride flags installed at art houses as ‘visual show of allyship’
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
The Presidents House has a rich history that spans over a century.
A look into the President’s House then and now
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
Lia Embil 17 turned hidden treasures into art in a recent exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Lia Embil 17)
Alum Spotlight: Lia Embil ‘17 turns Lafayette creations into career
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 
Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon
Shayne Figueroa 99 first became interested in food studies after taking an American Studies class at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Shayne Figueroa 99)
Alumni Spotlight: NYU professor Shayne Figueroa ’99 shares passion for food history
Amy Emerick Clerkin 03 landed a Capitol Hill gig just months after graduation. (Photo courtesy of LegiStorm)
Alumni Spotlight: Amy Emerick Clerkin ’03 on climbing Washington’s ranks
The Leopards have a chance to secure the programs first-ever NCAA FCS Playoff win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
FCS playoff preview: Lafayette vs. Delaware
The football team celebrates its commanding victory over Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football routs Lehigh, clinches first Patriot League title since 2013
The Leopards are looking to kill the Mountain Hawks tomorrow. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 159th Rivalry game
Lehigh is coming off of a strong season for its defense. (Photo by Hannah Ally for Lehigh Sports)
Why Lehigh will win the 159th Rivalry game
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward leaps for a catch against Fordham. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Football bounces back with victory over Fordham
The Leopards have a chance to secure the programs first-ever NCAA FCS Playoff win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
FCS playoff preview: Lafayette vs. Delaware
The football team celebrates its commanding victory over Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football routs Lehigh, clinches first Patriot League title since 2013
The Leopards are looking to kill the Mountain Hawks tomorrow. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 159th Rivalry game
Lehigh is coming off of a strong season for its defense. (Photo by Hannah Ally for Lehigh Sports)
Why Lehigh will win the 159th Rivalry game
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward leaps for a catch against Fordham. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Football bounces back with victory over Fordham
Junior forward Lawrence Aydlett fights off a Boston defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ends dominant run with Patriot League championship loss at BU
Members of the soccer team thank fans after their quarterfinal victory over American University. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Digital exclusive: Men’s soccer championship preview
Senior forward Hale Lombard takes a shot against American in the Patriot League quarterfinal game. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer vies for Patriot League title after overtime wins against American, Loyola
Junior forward Andrey MacIntyre jumps up for a header against Bucknell. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer finishes regular season with two draws
Junior goalkeeper Griffin Huff takes a goal kick. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer falls to Loyola, avenges loss by beating Stony Brook
Senior center Justin Vander Baan tries to muscle by a UCLA defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops back-to-back games in California swing
Sophomore guard Ryan Pettit prepares to pass the ball against St. Josephs. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops season opener against St. Joseph’s
Mens and womens basketball celebrated the impending start of their seasons on Monday night. (Photo courtesy of Hannah Ally Photo)
Inaugural Maroon Madness tips off basketball seasons
Malik Wagner (left) and Darius Dangerfield (right) work to organize logistics for their respective teams. (Photos courtesy of Malik Wagner on LinkedIn and GoLeopards)
New directors of operations hold men’s soccer, basketball together
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
Junior midfielder and captain Lineke Spaans dribbles against American in the Patriot League final. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls to American in Patriot League final
The field hockey team celebrates its semifinal win against Boston. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Digital exclusive: Field hockey championship preview
Junior midfielder Lineke Spaans earned First Team honors for her 29-point season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey defeats Lehigh, Boston on way to championship
Sophomore midfielder Josephine van Wijk fires a shot on goal during the Leopards win over Towson. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey brings winning streak to 7 with non-conference wins
The field hockey team hopes to extend its winning streak tonight against Towson. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Field hockey beats BU, Providence to clinch playoff spot
Sophomore Jake Magnusson gets set to receive in the first round of the Bucknell Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Tennis teams debut at Bucknell Invitational
The tennis team beat Loyola Maryland for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis sets program record in blowout victory over Loyola Maryland
Senior Halle DeNardo waits to return the ball during her match against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis drops senior day match to Lehigh
Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory
Senior Nash Lovallo was a first place finisher this weekend at the Bloomsburg Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis shines in last fall tournament, looks with optimism to spring season
Senior middle blocker Gracie Gibson earned All-Patriot League Second Team honors this season. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball drops final match of season
Freshman middle back Irelynd Lorenzen spikes the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in blowout matches against Lehigh, Bucknell
Freshman outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to bump the ball. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls to Loyola in hard-fought match
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
Letter to the Editor: Response to Pards for Palestine
Op-Ed: How do we fill the stands?
On the Spot: What are your thoughts on Roary, the mascot’s new name?
Op-Ed: Pards for Palestine statement
On the Spot: Who is one professor you appreciate?
Op-Ed: How do we fill the stands?
Op-Ed: Pards for Palestine statement
Editorial: A call for transparency
Op-Ed: A Menstrual Equity Open Letter to the administration and student body: Phase Two
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Letter to the Editor: Response to Pards for Palestine
Letter from the Editor: Student Government debate
Letter from the Editor: Student Government debate
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the editor
Letter from 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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The Lafayette
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
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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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