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As a result of the pandemic and the postponement of last years matchup, this year marks the first time that Lafayette and Lehigh will play twice in one year. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
First for some, 57th for others: Lafayette-Lehigh rivalry attendees look forward to this year’s game
The renovation of the Rinek Rope factory, pictured above, may be postponed because of supply chain issues, according to VP of Finance and Administration Roger Demareski. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Economics professor explains national labor shortages and supply chain issues felt by the college
The financial grants are supposed to cover unexpected expenses, unmet financial need or expenses related to the disruption of campus operations on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Baris Yazici 25)
COVID-19 stimulus funding distributed to Lafayette students
Lafayette Today faces praise, critique more than a year after its inception
Rumors about Monday fire in Hugel Science Center were ‘unfounded,’ Public Safety says
Protesters being arrested holding up signs telling people to register to vote.
$10 million photography gift ‘energizes’ conversation around civil rights
Larry Stockton poses with students
Music Department Head Larry Stockton to retire this year, reflects on decades at college
Meredith Forman 24 of Soulfege sang in one of the many student performances during the Evening of A Cappella. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student-led groups shine at Lafayette Arts Society’s Evening of A Cappella
Two people standing in front of a projector at a startup competition.
Lafayette Consulting Group pitch competition fuels innovation in students
Corey Beck 22 leads Lafayettes Pep Band on and off the field. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)
Student Artist Spotlight: Corey Beck ‘22 reflects on time with pep band before conducting at his final football game
Mens basketball triumphs over Rutgers in first win of season
Men’s basketball triumphs over Rutgers in first win of season
Junior running back Jaden Sutton (#1) (pictured) hits the hole during his 70-yard rushing performance during 157th rivalry game. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards.com)
Lafayette falls to Lehigh in 157th Rivalry Game
Why Lafayette will win the 157th rivalry game
Why Lafayette will win the 157th rivalry game
Why Lehigh will win the 157th rivalry game
Why Lehigh will win the 157th rivalry game
Junior Jaden Sutton (pictured) splitting the defense during his 140-yard performance on Saturday in loss against Colgate. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards).
Football falls in heartbreaker to Colgate on senior day
Photo courtesy of Lucie Lagodich 22
Letter from the editor
The Lafayette fencing team initiated their season at Temple University, with the match being highlighted by sophomore Amanda Manubag placing 16th in saber. (Photo courtesy of Gregory Rupp)
Fencing ready for the season after first outing at Temple
Op-Ed: The illusion of safety
Letter from the Editorial Board
Letter from the Editorial Board
Op-Ed: Where Do We Go from Here?
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
All remaining snow moved into Greek houses in last-ditch effort to keep them white
College still co-ed
College still co-ed
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Milo’s Place operating at reduced capacity of several hundred students at a time
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Lafayette introduces COVID-19 level negative 1
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long
Spring break 2022 to be twelve hours long

The Lafayette

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Myles Wolf

Myles Wolf, Movie Columnist

Myles Wolf has been writing for The Lafayette since 2019, specializing in film related content. 

He is an English major currently creating a documentary as a Whitman Fellow for the West Baltimore Reimagining and Redevelopment Initiative. He has also worked for an online screenwriting software company called Open Screenplay and has also done media-related projects for Student Government, ITAL and the Dyer Center.

All content by Myles Wolf
Eternals tells the story of a group of superheroes who have secretly resided on Earth and must come out of hiding to preserve mankind. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)

Movie Review: ‘Eternals’ suffers from a bloated cast and confusing editing

November 12, 2021
Dune (2021) features an assortment of talented actors that function as an ensemble cast. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

‘Dune’ (2021) toes the line between pompous and brilliant

November 5, 2021
A poster of Candyman. The Candyman stands with his back facing the camera, hooked hand in air. The words say it are written on his back in yellow letters. Beside him in the same yellow color reads, Candyman. Above Candyman reads, A film by Nia DaCosta and producer Jordan Peele.

Ten movies to make you scream, laugh and gasp this Halloween season

October 29, 2021
A post of No Time to Die where James Bond i standing in front of a large seven.

‘No Time to Die’ delivers satisfying conclusion to Daniel Craig’s time as James Bond

October 22, 2021
A poster of Venom: Let There Be Carnage where Venom is reaching through Carnages mouth while being held back by red restraints.

‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ improves on its predecessor with dynamic action and fun humor

October 8, 2021
Dear Evan Hansen movie poster.

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ film adaptation fails to live up to Broadway original

October 1, 2021
A poster of Candyman. The Candyman stands with his back facing the camera, hooked hand in air. The words say it are written on his back in yellow letters. Beside him in the same yellow color reads, Candyman. Above Candyman reads, A film by Nia DaCosta and producer Jordan Peele.

‘Candyman’ (2021) goes ‘beyond the conventions’ of horror to tackle America’s history of racial violence

September 24, 2021
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is now playing in theaters. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

Movie Review: ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ is one step forward for Asian representation but not for plot

September 17, 2021
In Free Guy, the main character Guy (Ryan Reynolds) discovers that he is a character in a video game and goes on an adventure to save his virtual city. (Photo courtesy of 20th Century Studios)

‘Free Guy’ and its themes will resonate with viewers during the pandemic

September 3, 2021
Melissa Shusterman smiling in front of a blurred background.

State representative Melissa L. Shusterman ’89 on the importance of women in politics

March 19, 2021
Samvera logo

Updated digital repository allows for increased access to scholarly publications

March 5, 2021
WJRH has utilized social media to get the word out about their radio shows remotely. Photo taken prior to March 2020. (Photo Courtesy of Calvin Sharp 21)

WJRH goes remote, members explain the challenges of streaming radio shows from a distance

October 23, 2020
Why Cant I Play With My Friends? can be purchased on the books website and will soon be available on the Barnes and Noble Online Bookstore. (Photo courtesy of Tori Schoen 20)

Tori Schoen ’20 provides illustrations for new children’s book ‘Why Can’t I Play With My Friends?’

September 18, 2020
Bynum was named one of the top 20 under 40 fiction writers by The New Yorker magazine in 2010. (Photo courtesy of Sarah Shun-Lien Bynum)

Award-winning author Sarah Shun-lien Bynum discusses her novella ‘Many a Little Makes’ and her reasons for writing

September 4, 2020
Savanna Toure 21 recently studied abroad in Cape Town, South Africa with funding from the Goldwater Scholarship where she volunteered with SHAWCO, helping to combat health inequality. (Photo Courtesy of Savanna Toure 21)

Savanna Toure ’21 becomes first Lafayette student to win Truman Scholarship

April 28, 2020
Onward includes many touching and hilarious scenes that examine the power of relationships. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

Despite incomplete utilization of fantastical world, ‘Onward’ captivates with heartfelt characterization and ‘brilliant ending’

March 13, 2020
Larry Fink aims to capture peoples stories in a moment with his phorography. (Photo by Elle Cox 21)

Portraying the ‘vastness and complexity of people’: Larry Fink speaks on power on photography

March 6, 2020
The band the Womansplainers had their first on campus performance in November. (Photo courtesy of Sasha Neefe 21)

Student Artist Spotlight: A melody and a message: a look at new band ‘Womansplainers’

February 28, 2020
Professor Joshua Sanborn and Dr. Emily Channel-Justice discussed the historical and current situation of Ukraine. (Photo by Andrea Collazo-Salazar 22)

‘Lasting division and distrust’: speakers discuss Ukraine in the past and present moment

February 28, 2020
The Badwater exhibition was built to undermine itself with highly salinated water in an effort to stimulate real environmental problems. (Photo by Deniz Ozbay 22)

Art with an environmental focus: ‘Badwater’ exhibition explores ecosystem issues in an emblematic fashion

February 21, 2020
Jeff Tain Watts has won seven Grammy awards. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)

Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts Quartet to perform at college this Saturday as fundraiser for March Elementary School

February 14, 2020
Visiting art professor Mike Kondel uses a variety of tools to create his prints. (Photo courtesy of Mike Kondel)

‘Creating community through art’: visiting art professor Mike Kondel discusses recent projects

February 7, 2020
The bushfires in Australia have affected millions and burned more than 24 million acres. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Lafayette students and Easton residents discuss consequences of bushfires, frustrations with political system

January 31, 2020
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood is based on the true story of friendship between Fred Rogers and Tom Junod. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

Movie Review: A ‘powerful reminder’ of authenticity: ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’ captivates with nostalgic gestures and flawless performances

December 6, 2019
Math professor Trent Gaugler has used statistics in his work and consulting across numerous disciplines. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Math professor Trent Gaugler discusses work with supersonic planes, increasing importance of statistics

November 22, 2019
International Student Association (ISA) hosted the event I Am Not Your Immigrant which included various interactive activities such as cooking and painting. (Photo by Myles Wolf 23)

Students experience different cultures through music, art, food in ‘I Am Not Your Immigrant’ event

November 15, 2019
Harriet started off strong with a $12 million opening weekend. (Photo courtesy of Forbes).

‘Harriet’ makes up for lost time, brings a personal perspective to history

November 8, 2019
Kim Altomare creates relief art, which often projects from a wall to combine two-dimensional and three-dimensional art. (Photo by Abi Olfin 22)

Working ‘closely with the unconscious’: Visual artist Kim Altomare discusses artwork on display

November 1, 2019
Gemini Man falls flat by not letting Will Smiths acting talent shine through. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

Movie Review: While ‘Gemini Man’ achieves advances in age reduction technology, character development, dialogue proves unsuccessful

October 25, 2019
Joker explains the origin of the iconic archnemesis of Batman which has never been depicted in a stand-alone film. (Photo courtesy of IMDB)

Movie Review: A ‘bold new direction’ for comic book films: ‘The Joker’ takes risks, breaks tradition

October 11, 2019
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