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Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Lafayettes ranking surpasses that of other small liberal arts colleges like Hillsdale College, Franklin & Marshall College and Occidental College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette ranked 30th in U.S. News list of best liberal arts colleges
The manager of Hana Sushi & Teppanyaki said the restaurant remedied its health code violations.
College Hill restaurants violate food safety codes, make changes
Ana Ramirez Luhrs and Elaine Stomber hope their co-directorship will expand the bandwidth of Special Collections.
Special Collections staff shuffled
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
ChatGPT is one of the most widely used AI programs among students.
New ChatGPT committee seeks to study artificial intelligence in classrooms
The Curriculum and Educational Policy Committee spearheaded changes to Lafayettes curriculum.
Common Course of Study requirements to change for class of 2029
Krista Evans main goal as dean of admissions is to understand the campus community. (Photo courtesy of Bethlehem Area School District)
Krista Evans joins college as new dean of admissions
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Student Governments decision to raise the student activity fee was influenced in part by the draining of its reserve funds.
Student activity fee increases, provides more funding for clubs
Student Government vacancies have been a significant issue since the February application cycle.
Student Government vacancies left unfilled for months
Dining administrators have cited growing pains in the challenges experienced by students.
Parkhurst makes changes to dining experience
The debut of Simons Market has been largely overshadowed by widespread complaints about the new dining provider.
New dining provider serves up outrage
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Ana Ramirez Luhrs and Elaine Stomber hope their co-directorship will expand the bandwidth of Special Collections.
Special Collections staff shuffled
Parkhurst management has denied hearing many of the complaints leveled against it by employees.
‘I don’t think anyone here is happy’
The admissions department preempted the affirmative action decision by eliminating race-based admissions for the class of 2027. (Photo courtesy of the New York Times)
Lafayette commits to diversity despite affirmative action decision
The final decision regarding the new position will be made in the coming weeks. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Search for Vice President for Inclusion continues
The manager of Hana Sushi & Teppanyaki said the restaurant remedied its health code violations.
College Hill restaurants violate food safety codes, make changes
The Commodore will be the first of the new buildings to finish construction.
Three new buildings coming Downtown
The Lafayette Inn was once owned by Lafayettes chapter of Pi Lambda Phi.
Lafayette’s own bed and breakfast
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)
Digital exclusive: Easton mayoral debate recap
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
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
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Lafayettes ranking surpasses that of other small liberal arts colleges like Hillsdale College, Franklin & Marshall College and Occidental College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette ranked 30th in U.S. News list of best liberal arts colleges
The administration will assess space availability in dining halls in the coming weeks.
Dining hall overflows due to reservation conflict
The Landis Center is located in the Feather House.
Landis restructure seeks program unification
This Sundays PorchFest will feature Cadence, one of Lafayettes a cappella groups.
PorchFest to feature student musicians for first time
The group hopes to bring their swing design to other campuses across the country.
Student-led project swings to new heights
Chaplain Alex Hendricksons course focuses on celebrity impact on American culture. (Photo courtesy of William Gutierrez 27)
Taylor Swift school of spirituality
Jacob Moldover 24 discovered a love for rowing during his junior year abroad. (Photo courtesy of Jacob Moldover 24)
Jacob Moldover ‘24 travels across the pond for enriching year at Oxford
Professor Robert Mattison wrote a book about Grace Hartigan in 1990.
A tribute to an old pal
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
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
Vampire Weekends Modern Vampires of the City epitomizes religious existential dread. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Berman’s Beats: ‘Modern Vampires of the City’ celebrates 10 year anniversary
Steven Spielbergs Schindlers List (1993) is a masterclass in cinematography. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: Sam’s top 5 of all time
Olivia Rodrigo demonstrates her lyrical and vocal strengths on her new album “Guts.” (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Guts’ will make you want to scream
Xolo Maridueña stars as the titular character in DCs Blue Beetle (2023). (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Blue Beetle’ hits all the right beats
Stephen Rowleys The Celebrants is funny and genuine, and is one of Maddies most highly recommended reads of summer break. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: Summer reading highlights
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
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
College Hill Café is located diagonal from College Hill Tavern at 501 Cattell Street. (Photo courtesy of Rose DeFranco)
Small Business Spotlight: College Hill Café revives old neighborhood favorite
Casa 401 offers Colombian-made clothing, homeware, accessories and more.
Small Business Spotlight: Casa 401 brings Colombian-made sustainable goods to downtown Easton
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
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
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
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
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
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football crushes Columbia in home opener
Junior defender India Ralph brings the ball up the field during the teams winning weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey dominates in weekend matches, sweeps weekly Patriot League honors
Senior forward Sara Oswald dribbles past a defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Defense prevails as women’s soccer notches close wins against Holy Cross, Lehigh
Sally is a pony who joined the team seven months ago. (Photo courtesy of Angela Tsai 26)
Horsing around at Top Notch Equestrian Centre
Junior libero Elizabeth Flynn serves during the Leopards victory over Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Volleyball begins Patriot League play, goes 1-1 at home
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football crushes Columbia in home opener
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile throws the ball against Duke. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football falls to No. 21 Duke for first loss of season
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis evades a Sacred Heart defender. (Photo by George Vikranis for GoLeopards)
Football impresses in debut, holds off Sacred Heart for second straight year
Head football coach John Troxell addresses the team after the spring Maroon and White scrimmage. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football team prepares to improve in Troxell’s second year
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
First-year midfielder Beaux Lizewski dribbles away from a Colgate defender at Gummeson Grounds last Saturday. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer drops games against Colgate, Albany
The mens soccer team now looks ahead to conference play with a 3-1-2 record. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer beats Binghamton 2-0, falls to Fairleigh Dickinson in nail-biter
First-year forward Roy Biegon maneuvers around a Le Moyne defender. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer destroys competition to notch first two wins of year
Members of Lafayette leadership, coaches and donors unveiled the new Gummeson Grounds at Metzgar Field Complex. (Photo by Ryan Hulvat for GoLeopards)
Gummeson Grounds unveiled
Junior Lawrence Aydlett works around a Drexel defender in their 1-1 draw on Aug. 28. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Soccer opens its season, draws in first two matches
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?
Junior defender India Ralph brings the ball up the field during the teams winning weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey dominates in weekend matches, sweeps weekly Patriot League honors
Sophomore Josephine van Wijk puts a shot on goal during the Leopards match against Columbia. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey celebrates mental health awareness in loss to Columbia
The field hockey team gathers for a huddle at Rappolt Field. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Van Wijk on a roll, can’t lift Leopards in out-of-conference games
Junior Lineke Spaans drives up the field against Ohio State. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Dutch duo scores four goals as field hockey crushes Wagner, splitting weekend games
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
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
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
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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
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Alum donates millions to scholarship for straight white men
Kevin requires a diet of three small dogs per shift.
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Maya Nylund

Maya Nylund, Staff News Writer

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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

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
May 5, 2023
Signs have been posted in dining halls notifying Muslim students of Ramadan accommodations.

How dining halls accommodate for Ramadan

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
April 14, 2023
Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garcés spoke to students individually about sexism in her line of work. (Photo by Adam Atkinson for Lafayette College Communications)

Former UN General Assembly president speaks at Lafayette

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
April 7, 2023
The Data Community will process data to visualize trends in Student Government budget allocations.

New data club to audit Student Government budget allocations

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
March 3, 2023
Some Executive Board members classes conflicted with Student Government meetings.

Student Government shake-up brings dismissals, one resignation

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
February 10, 2023
Student Lifes party registration policy has faced student concerns since its introduction last year.

Party registration policy off to slow start

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
February 3, 2023
Atheeque wants to make the budget process easier to understand for student organizations. (Photo courtesy of Areeb Atheeque 25)

Areeb Atheeque ’25 named Student Government treasurer

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
January 27, 2023
Student Governments Sustainability Committee worked to pass the resolution calling for an increase in transparency regarding the endowment.

Student Government resolution pushes for sustainability in college investments

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
May 6, 2022
PSAFE is offering nine and 12 hour courses, as well as one hour preview courses to any groups that are interested.

Public Safety sheds light on Rape Aggression Defense program

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
April 29, 2022
Cham hopes to pursue a Master’s Degree in Global Gender Studies. (Photo courtesy of Fatimata Cham 23)

Fatimata Cham ’23 wins coveted Truman Scholarship

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
April 15, 2022
The company Aunt Flow will be providing the menstrual products at a cost of $8400. (Photo courtesy goauntflow.com)

Student Government green-lights menstrual equity program

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
March 25, 2022
Many students complained about the high pricing and lack of communication as it relates to housing. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22 for The Lafayette)

The price of private off-campus housing

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
February 25, 2022
Kristen Steudel participates in research in a variety of fields at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy Lafayette College Athletics)

Kristen Steudel ’22 within reach of Marshall, Fulbright scholarships

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
February 4, 2022
The documentary film marks Drew Swedbergs feature directional debate. (Photo courtesy of Maya Nylund 23)

Professor-led project invites audience to linger in spaces lost to gentrification

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
Reilly, CEO of the City Investment Corporation, plans to expand into Easton after success with urban development in Allentown and Philadelphia. (Photo courtesy of Discover Lehigh Valley)

Successful entrepreneur and alumnus returns to Easton with upcoming development projects

By Maya Nylund, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
The Marquis, a 40,000 square foot mixed-use complex and one of four large development projects in Easton, would replace the Pine Street Parking Garage. (Photo courtesy of Pennsylvania News Today)

New development projects in Easton set to bring new apartments and people

By Maya Nylund
October 8, 2021
Students from Kaleidoscope and Dear Lafayette support a community service requirement, which they say would allow students to learn while giving back to the Lehigh Valley. (Photo courtesy of Kaleidoscopes Facebook)

Students spearhead effort to add community service requirement to Common Course of Study

By Maya Nylund
September 17, 2021
The four founding members of the 65th Chapter of Mu Sigma Upsilon sorority. (Photo courtesy of Emily Morocho Chauca 22)

‘A very genuine sisterhood’: Lafayette’s first-ever multicultural sorority builds their presence on campus

By Maya Nylund
April 30, 2021
The newly built diner, The Trolley Stop, will not be offering takeout for the time being. (Photo by Pierson White 24).

The newest eatery on College Hill, The Trolley Stop, set to open on April 26

By Maya Nylund
April 16, 2021
Scott Kamen 21 (right) has over seven years of experience in forensics. (Photo courtesy of Scott Kamen 21)

Scott Kamen receives Lafayette’s second All-American forensics award in two years

By Maya Nylund
April 9, 2021

Lafayette to abolish the tiered housing system and switch to ‘blended housing’ in the upcoming years

By Maya Nylund
March 19, 2021
Each graduating senior will be allowed two guests at commencement in May. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Student ‘campus monitors’ to be hired by Lafayette to remind peers of COVID-19 guidelines

By Maya Nylund
February 26, 2021
The Lafayette Mutual Aid is a BIPOC-centered coalition was created by the Dear Lafayette College Coalition in October 2020. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Mutual Aid)

Dear Lafayette College Coalition narrows their goals and introduces Lafayette Mutual Aid, a BIPOC-student led initiative

By Maya Nylund
February 19, 2021
Delta Tau Delta, in a statement, wrote that they could not acknowledge the issues present in Greek Life while also participating in the proposed rush period.

All fraternities except DTD to move forward with recruitment this December

By Maya Nylund
November 20, 2020
The process of bringing MSU to campus started three years ago. (Photo Courtesy of MSU Sorority, Inc.)

Lafayette to welcome new multicultural sorority Mu Sigma Upsilon to campus next spring

By Maya Nylund
November 13, 2020

Absorbing the COVID impact: How enrollment and financial aid are changing under the pandemic

By Maya Nylund
October 16, 2020
The Summoning of Everyman was adapted and directed by Sarah Frankel 21. (Photo courtesy of the Lafayette College Theater Department)

Performance Review: ‘A call to action and a shout into the void’: ‘The Summoning of Everyman’ is a self-aware commentary on modern life

By Maya Nylund
October 3, 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsburg was the second woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice. (Photo courtesy of Wake Forest University)

Staff and students reflect on the life and legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

By Maya Nylund
September 25, 2020
Five students and one employee have tested positive this semester. (Photo courtesy of Pixabay)

So far, so good: Health Director Goldstein reflects on a positive start to a unique semester

By Maya Nylund
September 4, 2020
The Dyer Centers new 3D printers are not just for entrepreneurs, said Dyer Fellow Sebastian Wallach. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

New Dyer Center maker space lets students craft anything from drones to chocolate molds

By Maya Nylund
March 13, 2020

New Trump visa policies unlikely to impact Lafayette students, but hurdles still remain

By Maya Nylund
March 6, 2020
The state of Pennsylvania could lose up to $21,000 of funding per person not counted in the census over the next ten years. (Photo courtesy of Easton Official Facebook Page)

Every person counts: Lafayette gets involved in the 2020 census

By Maya Nylund
February 28, 2020

With a technical vision and dedicated performances, ‘Heddatron’ is a thought-provoking triumph

By Maya Nylund
February 28, 2020
Dahl said he wants to make the Dyer center into the best undergraduate entrepreneurship program in the country. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)

From running a network of drug houses to building a college-level entrepreneurship program: Dyer Center director Yusuf Dahl discusses journey before Lafayette

By Maya Nylund
February 14, 2020
Lehigh was voted the No. 4 party school in the US by the Princeton Review in 2016. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Flickr)

Lehigh puts Greek life on ‘indefinite’ pause following spring recruitment violations

By Maya Nylund
February 7, 2020
Howe said that coming to Lafayette two and a half years ago felt like coming home. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Kara Howe assumes critical role as campus registrar

By Maya Nylund
January 31, 2020
Steve Tashner lives 10 miles away from campus with a flock of animals. (Photo courtesy of Steve Tashner)

Digging a little deeper: Groundsman Steve Tashner shares memories, hopes after 18 years at the college

By Maya Nylund
November 22, 2019
With slapstick humor and breaking of the fourth wall, Vanity Fair feels at times jarringly self-aware and of-the-present. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Performance Review: ‘Vanity Fair’ echoes modern discourse on gender politics, actors give ‘riveting’ performance

By Maya Nylund
October 4, 2019
Director of Health Services Jeffery Goldstein has never seen a case of mumps at Lafayette, despite breakouts popping up at colleges along the east coast in recent years. (Photo by Brandon Marin 22)

Mumps confirmed at colleges in the Lehigh Valley, yet to be found at Lafayette

By Maya Nylund
October 4, 2019
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