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The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Easton mayoral debate recap
A Truman Scholar, Cham will work at Bloomberg after she graduates.
Fatimata Cham ’23 wins Pepper Prize
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
The Leopard for a Day program allows prospective, accepted and incoming students to shadow current students.
Leopard for a Day returns
Lafayette Data community provided the above graph of budget allocations by category. (Figure courtesy of Lafayette Data Community)
Data Community Club breaks down Student Government budget
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
The amended budget guidelines will provide clubs with extra funds for merchandise.
Student Government amends budget guidelines
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
Dean Tim Cox will choose Student Government representatives to select Pepper Prize finalists.
Changes made to Pepper Prize selection process
Neha Vora is one of at least two tenured professors to leave the college this semester. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
‘You can’t help but feel underappreciated’: Tenured professor Neha Vora leaving Lafayette
Some Student Government members drafted a resolution in response to the Faculty Teaching & Learning Committees proposal.
Faculty committee seeks to limit Course Evaluation access
Professor Khadijah Mitchell will have the opportunity to teach at various medical schools at her new job. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Biology professor Khadijah Mitchell to depart for top cancer center
Some biology students were unable to take seats in classes due to staff turnover.
Biology department staffing shuffle causes headaches
Student Involvement plans to block employees from OurCampus voting.
Three non-students found to have cast ballots in Student Government elections
The incumbent mayor, Sal Panto Jr. (left), is facing a primary challenge from Peter Melan (right), a self-fashioned maverick who serves on the Easton City Council. (Photo by Brian Myszkowski for LehighValleyNews.com)
Easton mayoral debate recap
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
The primary election will be held on May 16.
Easton election guide: 2023 municipal primary
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
Twyleak Sexton, whose alleged actions resulted in the campus lockdown, was arrested in New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of RLS Media)
Campus locked down after shooting downtown, suspect apprehended
A burglary was reported at the Kappa Kappa Gamma house on Tuesday night. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)
Two students accused of burglarizing Greek life houses
The accident occurred at the intersection of McCartney and High Streets.
College Hill traffic accident leaves student hospitalized
Public Safety has increased its presence on and off campus following the incident.
Gun flashed at students at Cattell Street house
Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business documents. (Photo by Seth Wenig for the Associated Press)
Lafayette weighs in on Trump arrest
Clement Swaby was connected to alleged crimes in other jurisdictions with DNA evidence. (Photo courtesy of The Morning Call)
McCartney Street intruder sentenced to rest of life in prison
The master plan will be finalized at the end of 2023.
Master plan recap: A year of envisioning change
Students and faculty have pressed the administration to speed up accessibility efforts.
Despite increased awareness, accessibility issues persist
The monument has been moved in the past, according to an Indigenous Rights Coalition leader.
College to consider Sullivan Monument proposals
This year, Admissions expects around 700 students in the class of 2027.
Second-highest number of applications on record, college plans smaller class of 2027
The last change to the deans excuse policy came over four years ago.
New dean’s excuse form to standardize absence policy
Empty Threat was one of the student bands that performed at Lafchella.
Lafchella persists, rain or shine
Lafayette hosted two drag queens despite local backlash over similar events. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegelibrary on Instagram)
Drag Story Hour encourages LGBTQ+ inclusion
A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)
Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’
Ella Dalgliesh 25 created sculptures inspired by her family. (Photo courtesy of Ella Dalgliesh 25)
Sculpture class project ‘The 100’ makes artistic mark on campus
Remy Oktay 24 organized the dinner as a final assignment for his class. (Photo courtesy of Remy Oktay 24)
Student brings strangers together with secretive steak dinner
Maria Soukup 26 is trained in playing classical music on the violin. (Photo courtesy of Rae Shepard 26)
Student Artist Spotlight: Violinist Maria Soukup ’26 on her love for ‘shared language’ of playing
Hanoi Ragmen has performed in established venues in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Shaan Shuster 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Shaan Shuster ’23 on his award-winning band
Zach Freiheiter 23 has been composing his own music since his first year at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Zach Freiheiter 23)
Student Artist Spotlight: Zach Freiheiter ’23 on his composing journey
Juliana Soldat 24 sculpted pieces for her independent study that comment on mental health and personal struggles. (Photo courtesy of Juliana Soldat 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Juliana Soldat ’24 depicts mental illness through sculpture
Isabella Lu 25 made archaeological illustrations for professor Ingrid Furniss upcoming book. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Lu 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Isabella Lu ’25 digs into archeology illustrations
A projected background was utilized to immerse the audience deeper in the play. (Photo courtesy of Timmy Mayrose 23)
Performance Review: Tear-jerking portrayal of PTSD in ‘Ugly Lies the Bone’
Christopher Nolans Oppenheimer will add to his impressive filmography this summer. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Five new movies to look forward to this summer
Kendal Davis 26 tried vegan sandwiches and desserts from Easton Public Market. (Photo courtesy of Kendal Davis 26)
The best vegan options in Easton Public Market
Amadeus features critically acclaimed direction and performances. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #4 ‘Amadeus’
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling give standout performances in La La Land. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Movie Review: Sam’s top 5 of all time: #5 ‘La La Land’
Mia and Maddies offers desserts and flavors from around the world.
Small Business Spotlight: Mia and Maddie’s Bakery serves goodies with a doctor’s touch
Jenny DeLorenzo intends for Plants + Coffee to have a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. (Photo courtesy of WFMZ)
Small Business Spotlight: Plants + Coffee sprouts in Easton
Easton Candle Company is open downtown from Friday through Sunday.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Candle Company curates clean, unique fragrances
The Easton Record Exchange emerged from its next-door neighbor, the pawn shop Easton Exchange.
Small Business Spotlight: Easton Record Exchange will satisfy your vintage desires
Pie+Tart is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day except Sunday and Monday. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh Valley Live)
Small Business Spotlight: Pie+Tart combines two women’s love for baking
Meredith Forman 24 hopes that the addition of pride flags on the arts houses will spur more LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Pride flags installed at art houses as ‘visual show of allyship’
Benjamin Herman 23, Joshua Hale 23 and Shirley Liu 23 said that their trip to Tokyo was one to remember. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Liu 23)
Forensics team takes on Tokyo
Write to Be opted against a typical club structure in favor of a more close-knit feel. (Graphic by Samantha Peabody 25 for Write to Be)
Write to Be connects student writers of color
LafKid Connect hosts students from Easton Middle School on campus every Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of Camille Carthy 23)
LafKid Connect brings Easton Area Middle School students to campus
The Mar-Keys is one of Lafayettes all-voices a capella groups. (Photo courtesy of Alex Thurtle 24)
Starting out on the right note: Mar-Keys compete for first time
Rick Fisher (right), who was the Leopard mascot for 15 years, poses with the current mascot, Dysean Alexander. (Photo courtesy of Dysean Alexander)
Unmasking the Leopard
The current spring concert, Lafchella, features student bands and local performers. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
History of the spring concert
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
Ted Norton eventually resigned from his position at Lafayettes library after being accused of having communist ties. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Communists on campus?: Letters illuminate Lafayette’s Red Scare
The display on James Armistead Lafayette will be in Skillman room 209 throughout Black History Month.
Special Collections honors Revolutionary-era Black spy with display
Beginning in the 1970s, WJRH was funded by Hugh Hefners Playboy foundation.
The 1970s transformation of WJRH
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 
Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon
Shayne Figueroa 99 first became interested in food studies after taking an American Studies class at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Shayne Figueroa 99)
Alumni Spotlight: NYU professor Shayne Figueroa ’99 shares passion for food history
Amy Emerick Clerkin 03 landed a Capitol Hill gig just months after graduation. (Photo courtesy of LegiStorm)
Alumni Spotlight: Amy Emerick Clerkin ’03 on climbing Washington’s ranks
Documentarian and journalist Sean Ryon ‘12 studied English and film and media studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Sean Ryon 12)
Alum Spotlight: ‘Dateline’ field producer Sean Ryon ’12 on documentary production
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Some members of the crew team will represent Lafayette in Tennessee this month. (Photo courtesy of @lafcrew on Instagram)
Crew sweeps the board at Gifford Pinchot Sprints Regatta
Team members pose after a strong 4x400 performance at the 2023 indoor Patriot League Championships. (Photo courtesy of Lily Dineen 24)
What to expect at Track and Field Patriot League Championship
Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season
Coach John Troxell celebrates with his team following its last second win over Sacred Heart. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
Sophomore Nahjee Adams carries the ball past defenders. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football showcases talent at Spring Game, looks forward to fall
Among the Leopards leaving are defensive lineman Malik Hamm, who declared for the NFL draft. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football completes 2027 recruiting class, signs 26 new players
Seniors Marco Olivas and Malik Hamm lead the Leopards out of tunnel to take on Lehigh. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards).
Hamm wins second Defensive Player of the Year award, five others take home Patriot League Honors
The Leopards celebrate their 2022 Rivalry Game win. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football defeats Lehigh in close defensive match up, marks positive end to Troxell’s first year
Mens soccer tied ESU at Cottingham Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Men’s soccer hosts annual Earn Your Spots Game
The Gummeson Grounds will have several improvements, including a new press box. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Johnson)
Construction on new soccer stadium underway
Yazdan Basir 23 creates models to help the mens soccer team visualize its statistics. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)
Yazdan Basir ’23 brings men’s soccer stats to life
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Sidelines: World Cup 2022
Senior midfielder Will Echeverria controls the ball during the Leopards 0-1 playoff loss. (Photo by Phil Hoffmann for Navy Athletics)
Men’s soccer season ends with loss in Patriot League quarterfinals, Kitromilides receives academic honors
Both sophomore CJ Fulton and senior Leo OBoyle announced they were transferring last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball sees three key players transfer after successful season
Adama Sanogo waits to embrace head coach Dan Hurley following their national championship victory. (Photo courtesy of KSL Sports)
Sidelines: Wrapping up March Madness
Sophomore guard CJ Fulton is a key member of the basketball team with an interesting playing history and optimistic view on the Leopards future. (Photo courtesy of CJ Fulton 25)
From Éire to here, basketball’s CJ Fulton fits in
The mens basketball team celebrates its Sunday night win against American, which sent it to the Patriot League finals. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
After nail-biting win against American, men’s basketball falls to No. 1 seed Colgate in League Championship
Senior captain Leo OBoyle, who scored his 1,000th career point against American on Sunday, will be key for the Leopards against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Patriot League Championship Preview: Can the Leopards pull off the upset?
Sophomore midfielder Lineke Spaans (left) and senior defender Simone Hefting (right) were laureled for their impressive performances this fall. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Spaans, Hefting earn All-Mideast Region awards
Freshman midfielder Josephine van Wijk is recognized before the Leopards beat Holy Cross. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Field hockey captures final win of 2022 campaign
Fifth-year Molly McAndrew takes the ball up the field during one of her last games as a Leopard. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite dominant road victory, field hockey misses out on playoffs
Senior Molly McAndrew is embraced by the team after she scores one of the Leopards two goals during their 2-0 win over BU. (Photo by Trent Weaver for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend, notches first Patriot League win of season
Senior defender Sydney Woolston is embraced by her team after scoring her third career goal during the Leopards victory against Richmond. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Field hockey splits weekend matches against Lehigh, Richmond
The tennis team beat Loyola Maryland for the first time in school history. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis sets program record in blowout victory over Loyola Maryland
Senior Halle DeNardo waits to return the ball during her match against Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis drops senior day match to Lehigh
Sophomore Olivia Boeckman uses the forehand during the Leopards matchup. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Women’s tennis kicks off regular season with decisive victory
Senior Nash Lovallo was a first place finisher this weekend at the Bloomsburg Invitational. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis shines in last fall tournament, looks with optimism to spring season
The mens tennis team competed in several close matches this past weekend at the Villanova Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Arman Ganchi 25)
Men’s tennis participates in annual Villanova Invitational, featuring strong first-years
Christian Kiselica led George Washington to a top-25 ranking prior to coming to Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Christian Kiselica named head volleyball coach
The team poses after its win in the final game of the season. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettewclubvball on Instagram)
Women’s club volleyball wins final tournament of semester
The Lafayette mens club volleyball team poses after its successful first tournament. (Photo courtesy of @laf_mvb on Instagram)
Men’s club volleyball attends first ever tournament at Kutztown
Volleyball celebrates their 3-1 win against rival Lehigh last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball triumphs over Lehigh before falling to Bucknell
Sophomore outside hitter Abby Nieporte spikes a ball for a point during the Leopards victory over Manhattan College last weekend. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins one, loses two in Big Apple Tournament
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Asian invisibility
Op-Ed: What to do about the fashion in the room?
Op-Ed: Public art at Lafayette College
Op-Ed: Where is tuition going?: Not visiting or adjunct faculty
Op-Ed: Thank you for your support
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
The Student Government office should reopen in two to four business days, once the clean up crew takes care of the blood.
Student Government Budget Committee beat to death: Happiness Club, SMAC to blame
During his time on the Shanghai Sharks, Scott T. Pippin was named Most Caring Player.
Scott T. Pippin to take over as head men’s basketball coach
Please dont ask her if shes friends with ChatGPT. Thats racist.
Hurd exposed as AI
Thank you rich donor!
Alum donates millions to scholarship for straight white men
Kevin requires a diet of three small dogs per shift.
Chi Phi party empty after no one solves their riddles three
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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
Moricis 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 Crawfords 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
Billys 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.

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 Pastrons 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 doesnt 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 weekends 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
Eastons 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
Drinkys 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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