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This fall, Ashley will be pursuing a PhD in chemical engineering at Drexel University.
Alex Ashley ‘22 wins Pepper Prize
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
(Photo by Brandon Marin 22)
Faculty votes in favor of restructuring, cuts faculty committees by over half
Student Governments Sustainability Committee worked to pass the resolution calling for an increase in transparency regarding the endowment.
Student Government resolution pushes for sustainability in college investments
Student governments new budget guidelines will require clubs to submit financial requests at designated times, as opposed to every week.
Budget request process for student organizations modified
Perry Zimmerman 23 works with Cycle for Survival to benefit rare cancer research. (Photo courtesy of Perry Zimmerman 23)
Student Activist Spotlight: Perry Zimmerman ‘23 has raised millions toward a cancer-free future
Presley Anderson 22 and Abby Esposito 22 were previously the president and vice president of pep band, respectively. (Photo courtesy of Presley Anderson 22)
Student Artists Spotlight: Presley Anderson ’22, Abby Esposito ’22 formed lasting friendships through Pep Band
Josh Peck spoke to students about his experiences in the entertainment business, social media and finding his own happiness. (Photo by Emma Sylvester 25)
‘Hug me brotha’: ‘Drake & Josh’ star Josh Peck welcomed with open arms as Senior Speaker
The food studies exhibit shows off culinary ephemera, or materials related to food and cooking that would not normally have a long shelf life. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sylvester 25)
You are what you(‘re told to) eat: Stefano Mancini ’22 curates food studies exhibit in Skillman
The fundraiser, hosted at LaFarm, will feature prayer, reflection and participation from the local Ukrainian community. (Photo courtesy of @lafayettecollegefarm on Instagram)
‘It’s an act of hope’: LaFarm to hold Sunflowers for Ukraine event on Sunday
The mens lacrosse team found sustained success this season after undergoing a multi-year rebuild, giving hope for the future. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s lacrosse has best season in twelve years
Senior Ryan Tall shakes hands with the competition following his 30-foot putt to win the Patriot League Individual Championship. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Ryan Tall wins Patriot League Individual Championship, Lafayette places second overall
Freshman Carter Dorighi makes a play up the middle during Lafayettes 13-7 Sundays series, clinching win over Navy. (Photo Courtesy of GoLeopards)
Leopards take series against Navy, build momentum for playoffs
Freshman Michael Hayes looks to pitch the ball back to junior Julius Young during the Lafayette Maroon and White game. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football plays annual Maroon and White Game, looks ahead to fall season
Lafayettes sports psychologist Julie Amato strives to make sure that the athletes around campus have the mental health support they need. (Photo courtesy of Julie Amato)
Lafayette student-athletes discuss mental health challenges
Op-Ed: Listen to the Cassandras: Prepare for the post-Roe world
The NBA playoffs: Can the newcomers bring new energy to the party?
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Looking to the past, speaking on Lviv
Op-Ed: Teaching Black literature at Lafayette: A reconsideration
Sidelines: End of lockout/free agency
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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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

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

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

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

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

May 3, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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

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

March 8, 2019

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

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

February 22, 2019

Sports Recap Central

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

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

December 7, 2018
Both the mens and womens 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

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

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

November 9, 2018
Football earned its first conference win of the season with a defensive stand during Bucknells final drive. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

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

October 26, 2018

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

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

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

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

September 14, 2018
Senior kicker Jacob Bissell scored all six of the teams points in opening loss to Sacred Heart. (Photo Courtesy of Athletic Communications).

Football drops season opener to Sacred Heart by over 20 points

September 7, 2018
Sophomore Crosby Spiess (pictured) anchored the womens 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

May 4, 2018
Senior midfielder Will McCarthy (pictured left) scored four goals in Lafayettes loss to Colgate. (Photo courtesy of Athletic Communications)

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

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

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

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

Bucknell sweeps Leopards softball in series

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

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

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

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

Fencing hosts the MAFCA Championships

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

March 2, 2018
Senior infielder Miranda Skurlas 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

February 23, 2018
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