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Nicole Eramo will work with President Hurd on the strategic plan. (Photo courtesy of Nicole Eramo)
Chief of staff added to president’s office
Student Lifes party registration policy has faced student concerns since its introduction last year.
Party registration policy off to slow start
The South College bell has been ringing three minutes late since the start of the semester.
Malfunctioning bell tower ticks off campus
Lafayette Activities Forum attributed much of the uproar surrounding 100 Nights to misinformation. (Graphic courtesy of @laf_activities on Instagram.)
100 Nights changes provoke student pushback
The past month and a half has been a busy time for politics from the local to the national level. (Photos courtesy of Lehigh Valley Ramblings, Associated Press, Getty, Consolidated News Photos and The Morning Call)
What you missed in politics over break
Portable labs, sent home to students during the pandemic, have become a permanent fixture of the engineering department. (Photo courtesy of Alexander Brown)
COVID-19 teaching changes continue to benefit Lafayette
A new first-year dean will be hired, allowing each class year to have an individual advisor.
Lafayette advising office to undergo major staffing shuffle, new first-year dean to be announced 
Danielle Lemisch ’23, Meg Dodge ’23 and Jed Alterman ’23 were awarded for their excellence in engineering. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Three students receive competitive engineering scholarship
Skillman Library offers a variety of technology for loan, including calculators, laptops, projectors and cameras.
You get a condom! You get a calculator! You get a camera!
The textbook delays can be attributed to supply chain issues, over-enrollment, late textbook requests and more.
Students left waiting for textbooks
The bulk of Student Government spending goes toward club sports.
Who should fund Lafayette’s club sports?
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
Kaitlyn Hilley 23, a representative on Student Governments Sustainability Committee, has been at the forefront of Lafayettes sustainability initiatives. (Photo courtesy of Kaitlyn Hilley 23)
Student Government passes composting resolution, calls for college accountability 
Going forward, Student Government would like to improve communication with the student body.
Student Government reflects on fall semester
The revised Student Government constitution requires approval from both the faculty and the Board of Trustees.
Student Government’s revised constitution approved by faculty
Adamson enjoys working with metrics to improve sustainability. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College.)
Recent Sustainability hire, Melissa Adamson, talks background, goals
Each of the newly-endowed professors expressed gratitude for their named positions. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College and Helena Silverstein)
Three professors awarded endowed chairs
Jim Krivoski served the college in several roles before his 2018 retirement. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)
Jim Krivoski returns to become interim vice president for Student Life
Professors Suzanne Westfall (left) and Deborah Byrd (right) each built up integral programs of the college. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College)
Longtime professors Suzanne Westfall, Deborah Byrd to retire
Professors Jennifer Talarico and Ilan Peleg say it is important for colleges to call out antisemitic behavior like Ye’s. (Photo courtesy of the New York Post)
Professors on danger of Ye’s antisemitism
The past month and a half has been a busy time for politics from the local to the national level. (Photos courtesy of Lehigh Valley Ramblings, Associated Press, Getty, Consolidated News Photos and The Morning Call)
What you missed in politics over break
Among the construction projects is The Commodore, a mixed-use property at 100 Northampton Street. (Photo courtesy of lehighvalleylive.com)
Development projects to bring housing, retail space to downtown Easton
Milos founder passes away
Milo’s founder passes away
Over 70 bras were donated to Paxinosa and West Ward families. (Graphic courtesy of Charlotte Vierling 24)
L-RAJE hosts bra drive for Easton community, discussion about history of bras
Lafayette’s chapter of the Food Recovery Network (FRN) has donated nearly 5,000 pounds of food, though FRN has not been operating for the past two years.
Dining hall food donation program dormant since 2020
Authorities believe that the suspects used skimming devices to obtain confidential bank account information.(Photo courtesy of lehighvalleylive.com)
Wawa skimming operation puts student financial information at risk
The attorney representing Kyle Flanagans 22 said he hopes to resolve the case quickly. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 faces felony charges, pleads not guilty
Clement Swaby of Bethlehem faces nearly 300 years in prison for the rape and attempted assaults of Lafayette and Lehigh students. (Photo courtesy of The Express-Times)
Man convicted of McCartney break-ins, multiple assaults, Lehigh University rape
Public Safety said that Easton Police Department is currently looking for a suspect.
Easton police continues investigation after ‘suspicious activity’ reported near Wawa
The Suffolk County, N.Y. district attorney is looking to upgrade the charges against Flanagan (pictured). (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr)
Kyle Flanagan ’22 due back in court this November, seeks plea deal
Nicole Eramo will work with President Hurd on the strategic plan. (Photo courtesy of Nicole Eramo)
Chief of staff added to president’s office
The bulk of Student Government spending goes toward club sports.
Who should fund Lafayette’s club sports?
Lafayette receives $40k for sexual violence prevention grant
Students have been paid to promote the app, but some question the source of the funding.
Fizz floods campus, defying regulations
Lafayette is one of the most expensive colleges in America. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)
Lafayette among lowest in nation for Pell grant recipients
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
The second fire to engulf Pardee Hall occurred in 1897. (Photo courtesy of College Archives)
The professor who set fire to Pardee: Your burning questions answered
Custodian and artist Joe Swarctzs work is on display in the Williams Visual Arts Building. (Photo courtesy of Joe Swarctz)
Joe Swarctz, custodian of the arts – and the arts campus
WGS 350: Intersectional Feminist Activisms collected accessibility data to curate a detailed report.
Women, gender and sexuality studies class project highlights campus accessibility barriers
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
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
Satuna Mowrin 24 attempts to dismantle beauty standards in the modeling world. (Photo courtesy of Satuna Mowrin 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Satuna Mowrin ‘24 rejects modeling stereotypes
Damoi Morgan 25 views music as a way to give the campus color. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 adds melody to campus with steel drum
Dina Azar 25 charges $35 for a manicure and $40 for a Gel-X set with nail extensions. (Photo courtesy of Dina Azar 25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Dina Azar ’25 delivers manicures centered around self-care
Rapper Téo Rodriguez 24 is currently working on new music that will be released by May. (Photo courtesy of Téo Rodriguez 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: ‘My music is vulnerable’: Téo Rodriguez ’24 opens up through rap
The Guncle by Stephen Rowley was my top read of the break. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: Winter break reading review
Missing follows the story of a teen girl trying to track down her mother through the computer screen. (Photo courtesy of The Movie Spoiler)
Movie Review: ‘Missing’: An electrifying mystery told through iconic screenlife aesthetics
Two of Frederik Backmans books made the list for best of the year. (Photo courtesy of AliExpress)
Maddie’s Library: 2022 in Review
Jenna Ortega leads the new Wednesday Addams teen mystery, now streaming on Netflix. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Tim Burton’s ‘Wednesday’ reimagines Addams family for modern age
Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet are the first open-world RPGs in the Pokémon series. (Photo courtesy of Nintendo)
Video Game Review: Two long-time Pokémon fans talk highs, lows of ‘Pokémon Scarlet,’ ‘Pokémon Violet’
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
New owner Martin Ramirez with employee Brian Cortes. Ramirez took over as Tierra De Fuegos owner just last week. (Photo courtesy of Brian Cortes)
Small Business Spotlight: Tierra De Fuego brings modern, traditional Colombian cuisine to Easton
Sia Bassil has owned The Carmelcorn Shop in downtown Easton since 1996. (Photo courtesy of @thecarmelcornshop on Instagram)
Small Business Spotlight: The Carmelcorn Shop serves up sweet treats for Easton
Maria Cangro 24, president of the new English Club, read her work at the first Poetry Slam in October.
From science to screenplays: Seven new clubs come to campus
The Lafayette Mock Trial team is one of the top 45 teams in the country. (Photo courtesy of @lafmocktrial on Instagram)
Mock Trial team successful at Temple University tournament
The NIA Sisterhood and its house on Monroe Street are spaces where women of color can come together and feel heard.
NIA Sisterhood breaks down ‘clean girl aesthetic,’ empowers women of color
Students sat for henna drawings at ISAs Wednesday event Decolonizing Beauty in South Asia.
Around the world in a week: International Education Week cultivates cultural understanding
MAFia welcomed all students to perform in its lip-sync battle. (Photo courtesy of Sebastiano Riverso 24)
The Hill is alive with the sound of music!: Evening of A Cappella, MAFia lip-sync competition dazzle Lafayette
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
The second fire to engulf Pardee Hall occurred in 1897. (Photo courtesy of College Archives)
The professor who set fire to Pardee: Your burning questions answered
Shayne Figureoa 99 (front, center) spearheaded a change from Arts to Arts & Entertainment during her tenure. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
What’s in a name?: The evolution of arts coverage in The Lafayette
Previous chair of the Board of Trustees Larry Ramer financially supported the development of the Ramer History House.
The history behind the history house
Previous Rivalry Week traditions included erecting sky-high bonfires on the center of the Quad. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)
Rivalry Week traditions through the years
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
Author Ross Gay 96 was inspired to become a writer by professors at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of SF Station)
Best-selling author Ross Gay ’96 redefines joy in new collection of essays
Director of Intercultural Development Robert Young 14 was a Posse scholar, an orientation leader and a manager for the men’s basketball team during his time on College Hill. (Photo courtesy of Robert Young 14)
‘This is my home’: Alumni turned faculty, staff share their Lafayette journeys
The $5,000 reward for information leading to the location of Joseph Crater would be nearly $90,000 in todays money. (Photo courtesy of The New York Daily News).
The Lafayette alum who became the ‘missingest man in America’
Tinabeth Piña 93 (left) and Gina Arias 93 (right) spoke about their time at Lafayette during a Latinx Heritage Month event this past Tuesday. (Photo by Rob Young)
Latinx Heritage Month keynote event spotlights accomplished Latina alumnae
Sophomore Abby Antognoli goes for a lay up in the waining seconds of the Leopards victory. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Women’s basketball roars back from 17-point deficit to beat Colgate
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
Freshman Josh Rivera elevates for a three during his double-double performance against Colgate last Saturday. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses to Patriot League leader Colgate
The track and field team warms up for its rivalry match against Lehigh last Saturday. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Track and field falls to Lehigh despite several impressive finishes
Twelve Leopards either graduated or transferred since last season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Baseball’s Coach Miller begins inaugural season amid significant player turnover
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
Lafayette comes into the Rivalry game having won two out of the previous three matchups and controlling the overall record, 80-72-5. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 158th Rivalry game
Lehigh comes to the Hill following their first win since early September. (Photo by Xin Chen for The Brown and White)
Why Lehigh will win the 158th Rivalry game
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
Senior midfielder Yiannis Panayides dribbles down the field during Lafayettes win against American. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer advances to Patriot League playoffs after win against American, tie with Army
Lafayette soccer seniors were honored before their game against Loyola. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ties Loyola on Senior Day, falls to Hofstra in final non-conference battle
Senior Hale Lombard pushes the ball up the field as he moves to score during the last minutes of the game against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer ties Colgate with late goal by Lombard
Poor shooting in the second half of their game against Lehigh prevented the Leopards from extending their win streak. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball falls after late Lehigh run, trounces Loyola Maryland
Sophomore guard Devin Hines goes up for a rebound during the Leopards losing effort against Cornell. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Basketball drops back-to-back Ivy League matchups
Senior forward Leo O’Boyle puts up a contested shot during Lafayettes 70-57 loss to Penn State. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball falls to Penn State, Drexel, continues rough start to year
Junior Kyle Jenkins protects the ball during Lafayettes loss to St. Joes. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses to St. John’s, St. Joe’s
Junior forward Kyle Jenkins controls the ball during the game against Miami. (Photo by Gabe Sareli for the University of Miami)
Men’s basketball gives Miami a scare in season opener
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
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
Sophomore Davus Esslinger fires a backhand during his singles match against Holy Cross last week. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Despite defeat in playoffs, bright future ahead for Lafayette tennis
Junior Nash Lovallo participating in a doubles match against Bucknell last weekend. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated by Bucknell in final regular season match
Arman Ganchi 25 mid-serve during his court one victory over Loyola. This domination led to his receiving the Patriot League Player of the Week. (Photo Courtesy of Goleopards.com)
Freshman Arman Ganchi named Patriot League Player of the Week
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
Lafayette volleyball swept New Hampshire before falling to Fairfield in straight sets at the Villanova Classic to open the season. (Photo by Sarah Boekholder for GoLeopards)
Volleyball falls in two matches, wins one in season opener
Letter to the editor
Letter from the editors: Welcome to Culture
Letter from the editors: Welcome to Culture
Op-Ed: Aaron O. Hoff was more than a statue
Op-Ed: Lafayette’s ableism runs deeper than ramps
Op-Ed: Why are we paying for Lafayette-Lehigh?
Op-Ed: Aaron O. Hoff was more than a statue
Op-Ed: Lafayette’s ableism runs deeper than ramps
Op-Ed: Why are we paying for Lafayette-Lehigh?
Op-Ed: Surprise gift
Op-Ed: Look at the sky
Op-Ed: Look at the sky
Letter to the editor
Letter from the editors: Welcome to Culture
Letter from the editors: Welcome to Culture
Professor Miller gave a presentation last week on his experiences during 9/11.
Letter to the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
President Nicole Hurd showers naked
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Episode LXIX: Return of the Quent
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette solves feminism
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Lafayette becomes beach-front property after New Jersey falls into the sea
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
Football team attends three-hour lecture by Juggling Club on how to get girls
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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 ‘

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

Stomach bug, likely norovirus, sickens over 100 students

February 6, 2019

College receives $30,000 grant to combat sexual assault

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

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

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

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

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

October 26, 2018

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

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

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

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

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

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

December 8, 2017

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

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

Holiday celebrations commence downtown

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

November 17, 2017

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

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

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

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

Project brings new murals to downtown Easton

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

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

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

Journalist Brooke Gladstone discusses the ‘trouble with reality’

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

September 1, 2017
(Photo courtesy of Curlee Holton)

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

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

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

Coca-Cola Park: Home of the Ironpigs

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

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

April 21, 2017

Holocaust Remembrance Week brings author, lecture, film screening

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

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’

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

Students tell personal immigration stories: HSL hosts open mic

April 7, 2017

A creative escape, Art Fusion: Nearby studio welcomes beginners

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ski or Waterslide? Pocono winter resort doubles as summer getaway

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

March 10, 2017

Local taqueria feels like home

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

‘Pioneer’ of cancer research to speak on entrepreneurship

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

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

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

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

IceHouse: Lehigh Valley hidden arts gem

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

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

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

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

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

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

October 7, 2016
(Maria Otto 17)

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

May 5, 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

April 23, 2016

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

April 14, 2016

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

March 4, 2016
Williams Arts Campus. (Julia Brennan 17)

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

February 19, 2016

A new ideal

February 5, 2016

Record number of applicants set

January 29, 2016

Solidified in history

December 4, 2015

Reevaluating drinking culture on campus

October 23, 2015
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