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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
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
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 meeting
Student Government reviews more budget requests at March 6 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’
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 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
The Marquis (top left), and Dutchtown Pointe (bottom), are two apartment complexes nearing completion in 2025. Cars sit on a bridge above Bushkill Creek (top right), where parking has been a point of discussion among neighborhood residents.
Inside Easton residents’ problems with parking
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
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
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
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
All content by Ryan Green
Junior goalie Alex Sutton did not face a single shot on goal in the win over Bucknell. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s soccer ties best start since 2010, remains undefeated through four games

By Ryan Green
September 13, 2019
The Leopards outscored the Tribe in three of the four quarters, but could not overcome their three consecutive turnovers.(Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Leopards drop the ball in season opener, squander halftime lead due to third quarter turnovers

By Ryan Green
September 6, 2019
After the Towson Invitational, the team will next travel to Bethlehem to take on rival Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Cross country team ready to hit the ground running at Towson Invitational

By Ryan Green
August 30, 2019
Baseball clinched a berth in the conference tournament with a win over Holy Cross. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball makes Patriot League Tournament, to face top-seeded Navy

By Ryan Green
May 10, 2019
Lafayette baseball is on track to compete in its first conference tournament in four years. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball stays afloat in Patriot League, will play for conference tournament bid this weekend

By Ryan Green
May 3, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By Ryan Green
April 26, 2019
Baseball opened up the conference schedule strong, winning a series at Lehigh. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball earns series victory over Lehigh behind Trey Durrah’s 15 RBIs

By Ryan Green
March 29, 2019
Baseball won its first series of the season, taking two out of three from NC Central. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball earns first series win over North Carolina Central University

By Ryan Green
March 8, 2019

With late scoring surge against Temple, women’s lacrosse record climbs to 3-0

By Ryan Green
March 1, 2019
Senior first baseman Richard Villa had two hits in the final game of the weekend series. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Baseball team kicks off 150th anniversary season with slow start

By Ryan Green
February 22, 2019

Sports Recap Central

By Ryan Green
February 15, 2019
Freshman guard Isaac Suffren tallied a career-high 16 points in loss to Lehigh. (Photo by Jess Furtado '19)

Men’s basketball loses to Army, drops overtime thriller to rival Lehigh

By Ryan Green
February 1, 2019
Sophomore guard Olivia Martino scored the winning basket and had a career-high in points in the win over Albany. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Women’s basketball makes impressive comeback to win in double OT, loses following game

By Ryan Green
December 7, 2018
Both the men's and women's team open their season against rival Lehigh on January 2. (Photo courtesy of athletic communications)

Men’s basketball drops OT contest to Cornell, wins close game over FDU after second half surge

By Ryan Green
November 30, 2018
Sophomore forward Dylan Hastings scored a career high 12 points.(Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s basketball wins thriller over La Salle behind Petrie’s clutch play: team then loses game to Penn

By Ryan Green
November 16, 2018
After jumping out to an early lead, the offense went quiet for the final three quarters of play while the defense allowed 40 straight. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Football’s winning streak halted by Crusaders in 40-14 loss

By Ryan Green
November 9, 2018
Football earned its first conference win of the season with a defensive stand during Bucknell's final drive. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Football earns first Patriot League win on close road victory at Bucknell

By Ryan Green
October 26, 2018

Finding the fairways: Freshmen golfers start strong at Matthews Auto Collegiate Invitational

By Ryan Green
October 5, 2018
The Leopards had no response for the Raiders, surrendering 45 points in a blowout loss. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Bad first impression: Football gets shut out, dominated by Colgate in first Patriot League bout

By Ryan Green
September 28, 2018
Sophomore midfielder Sophie Saldivar earns possession for the Leopards against Hartford. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Beating last season’s champs: Women’s soccer downs Bucknell to start Patriot League play

By Ryan Green
September 21, 2018
Golf started off the season with a dominant performance, winning the Alex Lagowitz Memorial Invitational. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications.)

The proof is in the putting: Men’s golf records statement win in season opener behind Cronin’s 1st place finish

By Ryan Green
September 14, 2018
Senior kicker Jacob Bissell scored all six of the team's points in opening loss to Sacred Heart. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications).

Football drops season opener to Sacred Heart by over 20 points

By Ryan Green
September 7, 2018
Sophomore Crosby Spiess (pictured) anchored the women's 4x400 at the Penn Relays. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Track and field prepares for Patriot League Championships with performances at Penn Relays and Lehigh Games

By Ryan Green
May 4, 2018
Senior midfielder Will McCarthy (pictured left) scored four goals in Lafayette's loss to Colgate. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Men’s lacrosse closes their season with a loss, winning one out of last 12 games

By Ryan Green
April 27, 2018
Senior outfielder Luke Robinson has been leading the Leopards on and off the field this season. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Timeout with… Baseball co-captain Luke Robinson ’18

By Ryan Green
April 20, 2018
Senior Dave McGriff swept the hammer and discus events. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Track and field drops dual meet against Lehigh, McGriff wins three events

By Ryan Green
April 13, 2018
Junior Brooke Wensel throws to junior Maddie Wensel (no relation). (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Bucknell sweeps Leopards softball in series

By Ryan Green
April 13, 2018
Freshman Cole Berger shot 74 and 74 on a 72 par course. (Photo courtesy of Cole Berger)

Golf hosts first tournament of the season

By Ryan Green
April 6, 2018
Lafayette defeated Lehigh in their rivalry series, then returned the following day to beat Villanova. Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications

Baseball wins rivalry series and beats Villanova

By Ryan Green
March 30, 2018
The Leopards outscored the Crusaders 10-7 in the second half of their first Patriot League game. Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications

Lacrosse fails to make a strong comeback in first Patriot League appearance

By Ryan Green
March 23, 2018
Senior fencer Alex Gorloff stands in position (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications)

Fencing hosts the MAFCA Championships

By Ryan Green
March 9, 2018
The Leopards tied their season high output of 93 points in a game. Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications

Men’s basketball advances to Patriot League quarter-finals

By Ryan Green
March 2, 2018
Senior infielder Miranda Skurla's big hit led to the game-tying and game-winning runs against Rider. Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communication

Softball opens their season in South Carolina

By Ryan Green
February 23, 2018
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