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Easton community rallies against Trump administration
Lafayette student passes away at home
Lafayette student passes away at home
The "Dear Colleague" letter was issued on Feb. 14 by the Department of Education. (Photo courtesy of Reuters)
College does not budge as government threatens funding over diversity initiatives
Participants of Marriage Pact got the first clue of who their match might be with their initials and compatibility percentage.
Cupid’s arrow strikes Lafayette
Norovirus is common nationally during the winter months. (Graphic by Hiya Khan '28 for The Lafayette)
Campus experiences viral bug outbreak
The new endowed professorship was influenced by the strategic plan that the Lafayette College Board of Trustees approved in December.
New interdisciplinary professorship to emphasize power of ‘and’
The college formed an artificial intelligence faculty committee in 2024.
How professors use AI in the classroom
The Trump administration ordered some federal funding to be paused during its first weeks in office. (Photo courtesy of the National Park Service)
Lafayette campus uncertain over federal funding turmoil
The dedicated lounge for English majors often hosts student events and club meetings.
English program at Lafayette remains strong despite national struggles
Nate Rashkind '26 interviews Government & Law Professor Joshua Miller for a segment of the broadcast.
Students help produce local election broadcast
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government discusses financial guidelines at Feb. 27 meeting
Student Government discusses financial guidelines at Feb. 27 meeting
Student Government adjusts budgets at Feb. 20 meeting
Student Government adjusts budgets at Feb. 20 meeting
Student Government reviews budgets at Feb. 13 meeting
Student Government reviews budgets at Feb. 13 meeting
Code of conduct changes discussed at Feb. 6 Student Government meeting
Code of conduct changes discussed at Feb. 6 Student Government meeting
The new endowed professorship was influenced by the strategic plan that the Lafayette College Board of Trustees approved in December.
New interdisciplinary professorship to emphasize power of ‘and’
Strategist Kathryn Meier said her communications strategy is informed by “the different needs of different disciplines." (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette names new VP of communications
The housing lottery for rising seniors begins on March 13.
Residence life vacancy remains as housing lottery approaches
Alex Malanych is set to finish rabbinical school in three months.
Religious and Spiritual Life adds new face
The college formed an artificial intelligence faculty committee in 2024.
How professors use AI in the classroom
Easton community rallies against Trump administration
Easton councilman Frank Pintabone told The Lafayette that he hoped the next vote on the ordinance would happen "soon." He did not give a specific date.
Easton motion to decriminalize marijuana fails
Coalition members are concerned about the possible increase in traffic the warehouse could bring.
Coalition looks to counter warehouse construction
Easton Area School District offers English as a Second Language and English for Speakers of Other Languages programs for students and community members.
‘A short-sighted and unfortunate policy’
Easton City Council will discuss the "Welcome City" proposition at their bi-weekly meeting next week.
‘Welcoming City’ debate reaches Easton
Students concerned about phishing scams should reach out to the IT department's help desk.
Phishing scams 101
Peter Milius appeared at the Northampton County Courthouse in Easton on Tuesday.
Trial date set in Milius case
The house where the explosion occurred is near the 700 block of West Milton Street, according to the Easton Police Department.
1 dead after Easton apartment explosion, cause unclear
The building that MindLeaf CBD previously occupied now sits vacant. A sign that reads "Office for Lease" is visible from the street.
College Hill hemp store forced to close
Public Safety recommends using a U-lock instead of a cable or chain lock for securing your bicycle.
College reports uptick in vehicle thefts, burglaries
The "Dear Colleague" letter was issued on Feb. 14 by the Department of Education. (Photo courtesy of Reuters)
College does not budge as government threatens funding over diversity initiatives
Participants of Marriage Pact got the first clue of who their match might be with their initials and compatibility percentage.
Cupid’s arrow strikes Lafayette
Lafayette College's Division of Inclusion is housed in Markle Hall.
Lafayette issued federal antisemitism warning
MK Asante '04, Lafayette's 2025 commencement speaker, is an author, filmmaker, poet and professor.
A look at past Lafayette commencement speakers
Strategist Kathryn Meier said her communications strategy is informed by “the different needs of different disciplines." (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette names new VP of communications
Professor Mary Armstrong, Ellen Poriles Wieler '83 and Helena Koffigoh '23 all spoke at "Sip & Speak."
Women speak on gender, professional identity at Sip & Speak
A sustainable night market was one of many events sponsored by the "Swipe It Forward" initiative.
‘Swipe It Forward’ forwards sustainability initiatives
The members of "geek" write their own songs and have an EP of four originals releasing soon.
‘geek’ gets nerdy about music
Professor Michael Feola's book was published in July. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Research Spotlight: Professor publishes book examining far-right ideology
"Improv for Entrepreneurs" combined business speaking skills with the theatrical nature of improv.
‘Improv for Entrepreneurs’ is all funny business
The members of "geek" write their own songs and have an EP of four originals releasing soon.
‘geek’ gets nerdy about music
The cover art of Damoi Morgan's '25 album was made by Jolie Saint Vil '27. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 performs debut album
Swetha Tadisina '25 began her glassblowing journey two years ago. (Photo courtesy of Swetha Tadisina '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Swetha Tadisina sparks up creativity with glassblowing
Plus One began as a group of three and has since expanded to six members. (Photo courtesy of Ajani Martin)
Student Artist Spotlight: Plus One brings together musical flair, friendship
"Lift Every Voice" is a one-act play focusing on the members of a student council at a high school.
‘Lift Every Voice’
"Alexander" was first released in 2004 to little critical success. (Photo courtesy of Amazon)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Alexander: The Ultimate Cut’ redefines the film
"MAYHEM" is Lady Gaga's first solo studio album since the release of "Chromatica" in 2020. (Photo courtesy of Spotify)
Music Review: ‘MAYHEM’ sees Lady Gaga pay homage to her beginnings
College theater's production of "Much Ado About Nothing" highlights queerness in the story.
Performance Review: ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ adds much to classic tale
"The Dud Avocado" combines a French setting with a young woman exploring her sexuality. (Photo courtesy of New York Review Books)
Selma’s Shelf: ‘The Dud Avocado’ not a dud novel
"Avatar: The Last Airbender" has a strong teen and adult fanbase, despite being a Nickelodeon show. (Photo courtesy of FilmAffinity)
Cinema with Sam: 20 years later, ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ transcends target audience
Tonic is located in downtown Easton and is open from noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.
Tonic shakes up Easton drinking scene
Salvage Goods II Gilded is just down the block from Salvage Goods on S. 3rd Street in Easton.
Vintage eatery joins downtown Easton
The Banana Tree seeks to welcome all plant lovers, regardless of plant experience.
Small Business Spotlight: ‘Not your garden variety botanical store’
Birdhouse Yoga is located at 327 Cattell St., with classes held seven days a week.
Perched on the hill
Tucker Garage + Grocery is set to open in downtown Easton early this fall. (Photo courtesy of Indiegogo)
Welcome to Tucker Garage + Grocery
The "Cultural Exchange" event took place in the Grossman House library.
‘Cultural Exchange’ fosters connection over chords, cuisine
Theater Underground was reintroduced to campus last spring. (Photo courtesy of Adam Fox '27)
Making it up as they go
At Qiskit Fall Fest, students participated in a workshop on quantum computing.
Qiskit Fall Fest brings the fun to quantum technology
"Rent" originally opened on Broadway in 1996 and was an overnight success.
There’s ‘No day but today’ to learn Marquis Players’ upcoming musical: ‘Rent’
"Fight or Flight Night" began with club members demonstrating basic boxing skills. (Photo courtesy of Anica Kim '27)
Boxing Club, LCEMS debut Fight or Flight Night
The stained glass panels in the lobby of Pardee Hall — created by a Belgian artist — feature images inspired by various medieval motifs.
A gift from Belgium
Rich and Gerry Jaffé's wedding party was filled with friends from Lafayette College.
A relic of love outside of South
Former college President Ethelbert Dudley Warfield was the first president in the college's history to face the possibility of a successful vote of no confidence. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The college’s first ‘almost’ vote of no confidence
Scott Hall once belonged to the brothers of Phi Delta Theta fraternity, but was later sold to the college in the 1980s.
Haunted houses
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Isabel Sorrells '23 changed her major as a junior from Government & Law and psychology to pursue art at Lafayette College. (Photo courtesy of Isabel Sorrells '23)
Alum Spotlight: Isabel Sorrells ’23 makes empowering art that blossoms
Kristine Zeigler '96 studied art and French at Lafayette College. (Photo by Robin Osgood)
Alum Spotlight: Planet Women co-founder changes conservation culture
Madeline Squarcia '22 works to make 'farm to table' a reality. (Photo courtesy of Madeline Squarcia '22)
Alum Spotlight: Madeline Squarcia ’22 connects consumers to growers
Mike Handzo '11 worked with the Landis Center for Community Engagement during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Mike Handzo on LinkedIn)
Alum spotlight: Mike Handzo ’11 works to create affordable housing in Lehigh Valley
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
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
Senior Shaylee Daniels qualified for the NCAA Zone A Diving Championships for the first time in her collegiate career. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Diving sends 2 to regionals, including first female athlete
Senior épée Zoe O'Connor had the best finish for the women's team on Saturday at NCAA Regionals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Fencing finishes season at NCAA Regionals
The women's lacrosse team begins its in-conference season on Saturday against Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse struggles to score against Villanova
Name, image and likeness deals in recent years have upended the financial operations of college football. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Transfer portal shakes up football roster
The football team is already preparing for the 2025 season.
Football adds 21 new players on National Signing Day
The football team's two-game Rivalry winning streak was snapped on Saturday.
Football falters in 160th Rivalry game
Sophomore running back Troy Bruce bursts through a hole in the Stonehill defense. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football stomps Stonehill in Senior Day showing
The football team has the experience and capability to win the 160th Rivalry Game on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Freshman defender Joseph Lee assisted the Leopards' lone goal against Lehigh University. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer misses playoffs with tie against Bucknell, disappointing loss to Lehigh
Sophomore midfielder Beaux Lizewski assisted on the only goal in the men's soccer team's 1-0 victory over Loyola. (Photo by George Varkanis)
Men’s soccer tops Loyola in crucial Senior Day test
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
The men's soccer team huddles before the start of its game against Holy Cross on Oct. 12. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer splits games against American, Stony Brook
Senior midfielder Michaela Salvati reacts to a Colgate shot on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Colgate Athletics)
Women’s soccer loses Patriot League matchup against Colgate
Freshman defender Joseph Lee assisted the Leopards' lone goal against Lehigh University. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer misses playoffs with tie against Bucknell, disappointing loss to Lehigh
Sophomore midfielder Beaux Lizewski assisted on the only goal in the men's soccer team's 1-0 victory over Loyola. (Photo by George Varkanis)
Men’s soccer tops Loyola in crucial Senior Day test
The men's soccer team huddles before the start of its game against Holy Cross on Oct. 12. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer splits games against American, Stony Brook
Senior midfielder Carter Houlihan readies for a header in the Leopards' Sept. 21 matchup against Navy. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer scratches late draw against Boston University
The men's soccer team prepares to defend an Army West Point corner in Saturday's win. (Photo courtesy of GoArmyWestPoint)
Men’s soccer secures first Patriot League win at Army
Senior midfielder Alexa Jindal played in her last game as a Leopard against Navy on Wednesday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer season ends with loss to Bucknell, draw against Navy
Senior midfielder Michaela Salvati reacts to a Colgate shot on Saturday. (Photo courtesy of Colgate Athletics)
Women’s soccer loses Patriot League matchup against Colgate
Sophomore goalkeeper Catherine Apker tallied seven saves as part of women's soccer's 3-0 victory against American last Saturday. (Photo by Nathan Feder for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer dismantles American
Senior midfielder Ani Khachadourian fights for the ball against a Loyola University Maryland player. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer ties against Loyola, loses to Princeton
The Leopards continue Patriot League play this weekend after going 1-1 to begin conference play. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s soccer splits first Patriot League games
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball wins final 2 games, earns home play-in game
Freshman guard Mark Butler dribbles down the court against Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s basketball teams lose in Patriot League playoffs
The men's basketball team's bid for the Patriot League Championship came up short at American University on Thursday night. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses heartbreaker to finish season at American
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips attempts to finish a basket through two Holy Cross players in the men's basketball team's first-round win over the Crusaders on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball falls to BU, rebounds against Holy Cross to advance to quarterfinals
Sophomore USC guard JuJu Watkins is the favorite to win the Naismith Player of the Year award. (Photo courtesy of ESPN)
Sidelines: It’s time to watch the women ball
Freshman guard Alex Chaikin put up a career-high 27 points against Army on Tuesday.
Men’s basketball wins 150th series Rivalry Game, gets revenge against Army
Sophomore guard Andrew Phillips looks to finish through contact against Bucknell University.
Men’s basketball drops key matchups against Bucknell, at Holy Cross
Junior forward Emma Shields finished with a double-double on Saturday against American University.
Women’s basketball annihilates American, finishes season with loss to Army
Sophomore guard Teresa Kiewiet attacks the basket against Boston University on Saturday. (Photo by Jasmin for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball wins final 2 games, earns home play-in game
The Leopards will look to retain home-court advantage for their first postseason matchup in their final two games. (Photo courtesy of Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball drops matches to Holy Cross, Army
Freshman guard Talia Zurinskas drives to the basket against Holy Cross on Wednesday.
Women’s basketball skids against Bucknell, Holy Cross
Senior guard Halee Smith looks to attack the basket against American University on Wednesday night. (Photo by Austin Carey '27)
Women’s basketball notches back-to-back wins
After exiting last week's Patriot League final with a knee injury, senior midfielder Lineke Spaans returned to action to record the Leopards' lone shot attempt. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls in 1st round of NCAA tournament
Sophomore midfielder Stella Malinowski's late fourth quarter goal pushed the field hockey team into overtime against American University on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey wins Patriot League championship
Senior midfielder Lineke Spaans was one of three Leopards to earn First Team All-Patriot League selections. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey finishes regular season with Colgate win, beats Bucknell en route to Patriot League final
Senior forward Alex Darrah scored her seventh goal of the season against Boston University on Oct. 25. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey puts up back-to-back shutout victories
Senior defender India Ralph prepares to inbound a penalty corner against Temple University on Sunday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey loses to Drexel, defeats #20 Temple
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
The women's lacrosse team begins its in-conference season on Saturday against Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse struggles to score against Villanova
Senior Sara Rogers scored four goals against Central Connecticut State University on Wednesday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse falls against ODU, explodes against CCSU
Freshman Nicholas Blalock led the Leopards in scoring on Saturday with two goals. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse falls to No. 5 Army
Junior midfielder Katie Marrs drives up the field in the Leopards' 13-9 comeback victory over Wagner College.
Women’s lacrosse beats Wagner after 2nd half resurgence
Senior attacker Riley Sullivan accumulated 22 total points for the men's lacrosse team this week.
Men’s lacrosse fades against Colgate, demolishes NJIT
Freshman Nicholas Blalock led the Leopards in scoring on Saturday with two goals. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse falls to No. 5 Army
The men's lacrosse team got back in the win column before its first Patriot League matchup against No. 5 Army on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse crushes Le Moyne
Junior goalkeeper Joe Doherty saved 15 shots in the men's lacrosse team's loss against Drexel University on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Drexel University Athletics)
Late rally from Drexel hands first loss to men’s lacrosse
Sophomore midfielder Jack Massotto notched two assists in the win against Binghamton on Monday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse commands 4th quarter to defeat Binghamton
The women's lacrosse team begins its in-conference season on Saturday against Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse struggles to score against Villanova
Senior Sara Rogers scored four goals against Central Connecticut State University on Wednesday. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse falls against ODU, explodes against CCSU
Junior midfielder Katie Marrs drives up the field in the Leopards' 13-9 comeback victory over Wagner College.
Women’s lacrosse beats Wagner after 2nd half resurgence
Senior midfielder Sophia Spallone scored three goals in Wednesday night's win over Robert Morris University.
Women’s lacrosse splits non-conference games
The Leopards defense held La Salle University to just one goal in the final quarter during Wednesday's win. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s lacrosse starts season 1-0
Op-ed: Live life sustainably
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Love at first write
Love at first write
Op-ed: Halftime: A moment for inspiration
Op-ed: Live life sustainably
Op-ed: Halftime: A moment for inspiration
Op-ed: Erasing identity erases reality
Students gathered on the Quad this year to witness a historic solar eclipse.
Editorial: Reflecting on 2024, looking ahead to 2025
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: In defense of President Hurd
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
Letter to the editor: Call for compassion
Letter to the editor: Responding to the no-confidence motion
Letter to the editor: Responding to the no-confidence motion
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Editorial: A call for campus contribution
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Marriage Pact
On the Spot: Second time's the charm
On the Spot: Second time’s the charm
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: Favorite holiday traditions
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
Poor Saylor just can't control herself. Poor girl. (Graphic by Stubert Jehosephat Romano for the Scoffayette)
President’s dogs use college property as personal toilet, Hurd enables
Baby bye bye bye (bye bye!) (Graphic by Cocaine Bear for the Scoffayette)
Pardee falls into sinkhole, investigation underway
The Morning Call plans to avoid the noun ban, replacing any mention of Trump with the word "hubbahubba." (Graphic by slobweekenjoyer for The Scoffayette)
Trump bans nouns, nation struggles to identify who, what, where
This article has nothing do with Jalen Hurts, just a reminder that he is a Super Bowl MVP. (Graphic by Crangis McBasketball for The Scoffayette)
Baseball team signs Big Justice, The Rizzler
Hole's next song is "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" by U2. (Graphic by slobweekenjoyer for the Scoffayette)
Student Artist Spotlight: That guy in your dorm with a guitar
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All content by Morgan Sturm
For his capstone, Spencer Reynolds '19 completed a series of paintings focused on the anatomy of the human body. (Photo courtesy of Spencer Reynolds '19).

Spencer Reynolds ’19 connects independent studies through fixation with human figure

By Morgan Sturm
May 10, 2019
Faculty and students in academic departments like biology and computer science are looking forward to the move to Rockwell. (Photo by Morgan Sturm '19)

Academic departments, centers prepare for move to Rockwell Integrated Sciences Center

By Morgan Sturm
May 3, 2019
Two Lafayette students studying abroad visited Notre Dame the day before the cathedral caught fire. (Photo courtesy of Pixabay)

A monument that ‘defines’ our humanity: abroad students discuss witnessing fire at Notre Dame

By Morgan Sturm
April 26, 2019
Results of the student government executive board elections broken down by percentage of votes received by candidates from participating voters. (Graph by Morgan Sturm '19)

Student government executive board election results

By Morgan Sturm
April 19, 2019
Morici's has created 'decades of memories' for Easton residents and Lafayette students. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Morici’s closes after 45 years of business

By Morgan Sturm
April 12, 2019
Patricia Kopatchinskaja, Grammy-winning violinist, will perform at the Williams Center for the Arts. (Photo courtesy of the Williams Art Center)

Grammy-winning violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja to perform tonight

By Morgan Sturm
March 29, 2019
Three campus dining locations were cited for food safety violations by the City of Easton Health Bureau. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

A couple bad apples: campus dining locations marked for ‘critical’ violations in inspections

By Morgan Sturm
March 15, 2019
Julia Crawford's capstone painting series titled 'Family Portrait,' completed last semester, gave her validation surrounding her thesis idea. (Photo courtesy of Julia Crawford '19)

Express yourself, de-stress yourself: Julia Crawford ’19 connects art-making, psychology in honors thesis

By Morgan Sturm
March 8, 2019
The mock trial B team received a bid to attend ORCS, the next round of competition, at the regionals tournament last Sunday. (Photo courtesy of Aaron Freedman ‘15)

Mock trial B team receives bid to attend next round of competition, team prepares to advance

By Morgan Sturm
March 1, 2019
After the demolition on McCartney Street, College Hill residents are struck by the look of 'emptiness.' (Photos by Elle Cox '21, Morgan Sturm '19)

With McCartney dorm on horizon, College Hill residents reflect on homes that once stood

By Morgan Sturm
February 22, 2019
Over 27,000 donors contributed to the capital campaign exceeding its $400 million goal. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

While college’s capital campaign exceeded total $400 million target, some categories fell short of goals

By Morgan Sturm
February 15, 2019
Pedro Barbeito has most recently been working in the realm of 3D printing. (Photo by Morgan Sturm '19)

Inspired by technology: Pedro Barbeito discusses his multidimensional exhibit

By Morgan Sturm
February 15, 2019
Over 100 students from around campus have become ill with what is "likely" to be norovirus, according to Dr. Goldstein. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

As stomach virus spread, students frustrated with late notice from college

By Morgan Sturm
February 8, 2019
'Fyre Festival: The Greatest Party That Never Happened' takes viewers through the downfall of what was supposed to be a luxury music festival. (Photo courtesy of IMDb.com)

The power of social media marketing in ‘Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened ‘

By Morgan Sturm
February 8, 2019
Bailey Health Center (Courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Stomach bug, likely norovirus, sickens over 100 students

By Morgan Sturm
February 6, 2019

College receives $30,000 grant to combat sexual assault

By Morgan Sturm
February 1, 2019
Diane Shaw is preparing to retire after a 33 year-long career with Special Collections. (Photo by Jess Furtado '19)

A historic legacy: archivist Diane Shaw retires after three decades of growing college’s collections

By Morgan Sturm
December 7, 2018
On Friday, Education Secretary Betsy DeVos proposed new rules regarding cases of sexual misconduct for colleges and universities under Title IX. (Photo courtesy of Gage Skidmore)

College’s sexual misconduct policies would see ‘significant changes’ under proposed federal rules

By Morgan Sturm
November 30, 2018
Former "Girl Code" commentator Nicole Byer had her audience roaring in laughter Wednesday in Colton Chapel. (Photo by Elle Cox '21)

Nicole Byer entertains the college with unapologetic humor

By Morgan Sturm
November 16, 2018
The Tree of Life Synagogue (pictured) in Pittsburgh was the site of the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in U.S. history. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)

As nation reels from Pittsburgh shooting, campus responds with grief and solidarity

By Morgan Sturm
November 2, 2018
Billy's Downtown Diner opened its third Lehigh Valley location in Easton on Oct. 10. (Photo by Morgan Sturm '19)

‘Not your ordinary diner’: Billy’s Downtown Diner comes to Easton

By Morgan Sturm
October 26, 2018

Confusion surrounds public safety’s response time to men’s intramural soccer head injury

By Morgan Sturm
October 19, 2018
GoPeer, an online tutoring company, was founded by three Lafayette students. (Photo courtesy of Ethan Binder '19)

Students’ business establishes presence on 53 college campuses

By Morgan Sturm
September 28, 2018
Drake Bell will perform Sunday night at One Centre Square. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Drake Bell to play at One Centre Square, talks performing

By Morgan Sturm
September 21, 2018
Alex Ruiz '22 hopes to share his passion for mariachi music with the college community by forming a group on campus. (Photo Courtesy of Ashley Saldivar).

Student Artist Spotlight: Student makes plans to form mariachi group on campus

By Morgan Sturm
September 14, 2018
Spring break will fall on a Tuesday and Wednesday in late March to dissuade students from traveling off-campus. (Photo from The Lafayette Archives)

Warm welcome back to campus

By Morgan Sturm
August 31, 2018
Dan Goodman '20 and Jared Conner '20 captured mid-duel on the Quad (Photo Courtesy of Clay Wegrzynowicz).

Feeling the force on the Quad

By Morgan Sturm
December 8, 2017

The power of oral history: lecturer emphasizes role of the past in social justice

By Morgan Sturm
December 1, 2017
Christmas Wonderland Holiday Spectacular will play both Saturday and Sunday (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons).

Holiday celebrations commence downtown

By Morgan Sturm
December 1, 2017
Ryan Cabrera will perform tonight at One Centre Square (Photo by Adrianna Barazotti '21).

Ryan Cabrera to perform at One Centre Square: acoustic show open to all ages

By Morgan Sturm
November 17, 2017

‘Not going to let the darkness take over’: Director of ‘Newtown’ documentary visits campus, screens film

By Morgan Sturm
November 10, 2017
Samantha Pastron's honors thesis project presents environmental themes. (Photo by Jess Furtado '19)

Samantha Pastron ’18 emphasizes environmental issues in thesis project

By Morgan Sturm
November 3, 2017
The sixth annual Bacon Fest will occur in Centre Square tomorrow. (Photo by Liz Schaffer, Courtesy of the Greater Easton Development Partnership)

Bringin’ home the bacon

By Morgan Sturm
November 3, 2017
The first mural in the Easton Murals Project.(Photo by Adrianna Barazotti '21)

Project brings new murals to downtown Easton

By Morgan Sturm
October 27, 2017
Fall in love with the Lehigh Valley: Autumn activities all around

Fall in love with the Lehigh Valley: Autumn activities all around

By Morgan Sturm
October 20, 2017
Betsayda Machado y La Parranda El Clavo performed Wednesday at the Williams Center for the Arts (Photo by Elle Cox '21).

Review: Betsayda Machado y La Parranda El Clavo delivers an emotional performance

By Morgan Sturm
October 20, 2017
Brooke Gladstone discusses how media influences reality (Photo by Jess Furtado '19).

Journalist Brooke Gladstone discusses the ‘trouble with reality’

By Morgan Sturm
October 6, 2017
Elias Matar documents volunteer experiences in Lebanon in 'Children of Beqaa' (Photo Courtesy of Elias Matar).

Filmmaker spreads awareness on Syrian refugee crisis

By Morgan Sturm
September 29, 2017
Kathy Montoro has retired after a 26-year long career with Dining Services (Photo courtesy of Kathy Montoro).

‘Kathy from Upper’ says goodbye after 26 years

By Morgan Sturm
September 22, 2017
Dr. Emily Musil Church gave a talk Monday about XPRIZE (Photo by Morgan Sturm '19).

Solving “grand challenges”: former Lafayette professor returns to discuss global learning initiative

By Morgan Sturm
September 22, 2017
Ten Lafayette students involved in the election night broadcast were nominated for a Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award (Photo Courtesy of Rachel Robertson '18).

Policy Studies broadcast nominated for Mid-Atlantic Emmy

By Morgan Sturm
September 15, 2017
One Centre Square, a new concert hall and event center, opened in June (Photo courtesy of Morgan Sturm '19).

Goodbye, Drinky’s. Hello, One Centre Square.

By Morgan Sturm
September 15, 2017
The Simon Silk Mill is undergoing a four-phase renovation (Photo courtesy of Norman Naveed '19).

Easton develops new art residential community: Simon Silk Mill renovations continue

By Morgan Sturm
September 8, 2017
New installation features steel sculptures from local high school students (Photo courtesy of Morgan Sturm '19).

Inspired by Easton: New installation on Karl Stirner Arts Trail celebrates local landmarks

By Morgan Sturm
September 1, 2017
(Photo courtesy of Curlee Holton)

Retired professor Curlee Holton looks back on a quarter century at Lafayette

By Morgan Sturm
September 1, 2017
Lafayette students held a broadcast on PBS 39, "Open for Debate." (Photo courtesy of Hannah Doherty '19).

‘Open for Debate’: Student broadcast focuses on new gene editing technology

By Morgan Sturm
May 5, 2017
Coca-Cola Park, home of the Ironpigs. (Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Coca-Cola Park: Home of the Ironpigs

By Morgan Sturm
May 5, 2017
Students will participate in various projects in the Easton community this weekend during Lafapalooza (Courtesy of Lafayette Flickr).

‘We are all a work in progress’: Annual day of service honors Amanda Miner ’18

By Morgan Sturm
April 28, 2017
The new Netflix series '13 Reasons Why' doesn't seem to concentrate on the right things (Photo Courtesy of the press democrat).

’13 Reasons’ should treat mental health issues with greater understanding

By Morgan Sturm
April 21, 2017

Holocaust Remembrance Week brings author, lecture, film screening

By Morgan Sturm
April 21, 2017
Last year, the first annual Festival of Paint attracted over 300 students (Courtesy of Lafayette Communications).

Festival of Paint to bring students together through art

By Morgan Sturm
April 14, 2017
The Marquis Players rehearse for the Thursday night opening of '9 to 5: The Musical' (Photo by Courtney DeVita).

The Marquis Players present ‘9 to 5: The Musical’

By Morgan Sturm
April 7, 2017
(Photo courtesy of Morgan Sturm '19).

Students tell personal immigration stories: HSL hosts open mic

By Morgan Sturm
April 7, 2017

A creative escape, Art Fusion: Nearby studio welcomes beginners

By Morgan Sturm
April 7, 2017
Fly high close by: Sky Zone boasts 20K sq. ft. of trampoline space

Fly high close by: Sky Zone boasts 20K sq. ft. of trampoline space

By Morgan Sturm
March 31, 2017
Twelve injured in 25-hour battle of attrition between Cosmic Cuppers and Mojo Hillers

Twelve injured in 25-hour battle of attrition between Cosmic Cuppers and Mojo Hillers

By Morgan Sturm
March 31, 2017
Librarian Ana Ramirez Luhrs read an original piece for the "Architects of Change" spoken word event. (Photo by Sadie Lebow '17)

Women faculty and staff perform spoken word

By Morgan Sturm
March 31, 2017
Clay Wegrzynowicz is the official photographer and videographer for the college (Courtesy of Clay Wegrzynowicz).

The man behind the camera: Clay Wegrzynowicz

By Morgan Sturm
March 24, 2017
The Lehigh Valley Zoo is a scenic escape from College Hill (Photo courtesy of wikimedia commons).

A wild escape: Lehigh Valley Zoo

By Morgan Sturm
March 24, 2017
Professor Skip Wilkins will play alongside Rob Foster at this weekend's faculty concert (Courtesy of Skip Wilkins).

Worlds collide in faculty concert

By Morgan Sturm
March 24, 2017
Ski or Waterslide? Pocono winter resort doubles as summer getaway

Ski or Waterslide? Pocono winter resort doubles as summer getaway

By Morgan Sturm
March 10, 2017
Caroline Nawrocki (far right) is traveling abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark (Photo courtesy of Caroline Nawrocki '18).

US politics trump abroad conversation: Students share experiences

By Morgan Sturm
March 10, 2017

Local taqueria feels like home

By Morgan Sturm
March 3, 2017
Kathy Giusti, Founder of the MMRF. (Photo Courtesy of Shannon Powell).

‘Pioneer’ of cancer research to speak on entrepreneurship

By Morgan Sturm
March 3, 2017
Russian Icon Exhibit visits the Williams Arts Gallery (Photo by Courtney DeVita '19).

Visiting exhibit celebrates Russian culture: Russian icon paintings span centuries

By Morgan Sturm
February 24, 2017
Slainte Irish Pub serves stuffed burgers featuring all different kinds of foods (Photo by Taylor Kowgios '19).

The unexpected burgers of a local Irish pub

By Morgan Sturm
February 24, 2017
Easton's recently shut-down restaurant Valenca is expected to be soon (Photo by Courtney DeVita '19).

Easton staple restaurant closes, makes room for new venue

By Morgan Sturm
February 17, 2017
IceHouse hosts a variety of different performers each month (Photo courtesy of Willem Ytsma).

IceHouse: Lehigh Valley hidden arts gem

By Morgan Sturm
February 17, 2017
Drinky's Pub in downtown Easton closed down for good on Jan. 1. (Photo by Courtney DeVita '19).

Music hall to replace Drinky’s: A new venue for Lafayette students

By Morgan Sturm
February 10, 2017
Pulitzer Prize-winning Lynne Nottage lectured on recent play Sweat. (Photo Courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Award-winning playwright Lynn Nottage discusses economic disparity in America

By Morgan Sturm
February 3, 2017
An officer stands next to a public safety car. (Elizabeth Lucy '15)

Holiday Helpers reports theft to public safety, receives no follow-up

By Morgan Sturm
December 9, 2016
Photo taken by WayUp. Alissa Vreeland is planned to be the Student Wellness and Support Coordinator.

College hires Student Wellness and Support Coordinator

By Morgan Sturm
November 18, 2016
Portrait of Thurgood Marshall in Kirby Hall of Civil Rights (photo by Courtney Devita '19)

Justice Thurgood Marshall honored with first nonwhite portrait in Kirby Hall of Civil Rights

By Morgan Sturm
October 28, 2016
Portlock Black Cultural Center on McCartney Street. (Courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Portlock through the years: Students fought to establish ‘Black House’ in 1970

By Morgan Sturm
October 7, 2016
(Maria Otto '17)

2016’s next chapter: Seniors look ahead to futures beyond Lafayette

By Morgan Sturm
May 6, 2016
SStudents may soon be able to use meal swipes at club meetings and brown bags. (Jessica Furtado '19.)

Swiping right on brown bags: Student government proposes meal swipes at lectures and club meetings

By Morgan Sturm
April 23, 2016

A solid investment: College club holds its own against real-world stock indexes

By Morgan Sturm
April 15, 2016

Byerly hosts semester’s first town hall: Concerns about college’s “new direction” raised

By Morgan Sturm
March 4, 2016
Williams Arts Campus. (Julia Brennan '17)

Arts campus sneak peek: Board of trustees gets look into new downtown building

By Morgan Sturm
February 19, 2016

A new ideal

By Morgan Sturm
February 5, 2016

Record number of applicants set

By Morgan Sturm
January 29, 2016

Solidified in history

By Morgan Sturm
December 4, 2015

Reevaluating drinking culture on campus

By Morgan Sturm
October 23, 2015
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