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Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Lafayettes ranking surpasses that of other small liberal arts colleges like Hillsdale College, Franklin & Marshall College and Occidental College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette ranked 30th in U.S. News list of best liberal arts colleges
The manager of Hana Sushi & Teppanyaki said the restaurant remedied its health code violations.
College Hill restaurants violate food safety codes, make changes
Ana Ramirez Luhrs and Elaine Stomber hope their co-directorship will expand the bandwidth of Special Collections.
Special Collections staff shuffled
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
The new lobby of Markle Hall has been completed after over 18 months of construction.
Admissions space looking brighter after Markle renovations
ChatGPT is one of the most widely used AI programs among students.
New ChatGPT committee seeks to study artificial intelligence in classrooms
The Curriculum and Educational Policy Committee spearheaded changes to Lafayettes curriculum.
Common Course of Study requirements to change for class of 2029
Krista Evans main goal as dean of admissions is to understand the campus community. (Photo courtesy of Bethlehem Area School District)
Krista Evans joins college as new dean of admissions
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Student Governments decision to raise the student activity fee was influenced in part by the draining of its reserve funds.
Student activity fee increases, provides more funding for clubs
Student Government vacancies have been a significant issue since the February application cycle.
Student Government vacancies left unfilled for months
Dining administrators have cited growing pains in the challenges experienced by students.
Parkhurst makes changes to dining experience
The debut of Simons Market has been largely overshadowed by widespread complaints about the new dining provider.
New dining provider serves up outrage
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Ana Ramirez Luhrs and Elaine Stomber hope their co-directorship will expand the bandwidth of Special Collections.
Special Collections staff shuffled
Parkhurst management has denied hearing many of the complaints leveled against it by employees.
‘I don’t think anyone here is happy’
The admissions department preempted the affirmative action decision by eliminating race-based admissions for the class of 2027. (Photo courtesy of the New York Times)
Lafayette commits to diversity despite affirmative action decision
The final decision regarding the new position will be made in the coming weeks. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Search for Vice President for Inclusion continues
The manager of Hana Sushi & Teppanyaki said the restaurant remedied its health code violations.
College Hill restaurants violate food safety codes, make changes
The Commodore will be the first of the new buildings to finish construction.
Three new buildings coming Downtown
The Lafayette Inn was once owned by Lafayettes chapter of Pi Lambda Phi.
Lafayette’s own bed and breakfast
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)
Digital exclusive: Easton mayoral debate recap
The bear sighting was reported directly to Easton City Hall. (Photo courtesy of @cityofeastonpa on Twitter)
Bear sighted near campus
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
Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Provost to step down at end of year
Clubs experiencing budget shortfalls have been forced to question whether or not all of their planned events can go on as scheduled this semester.
Student Government budget decisions frustrate club leadership
Lafayettes ranking surpasses that of other small liberal arts colleges like Hillsdale College, Franklin & Marshall College and Occidental College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
Lafayette ranked 30th in U.S. News list of best liberal arts colleges
The administration will assess space availability in dining halls in the coming weeks.
Dining hall overflows due to reservation conflict
The Landis Center is located in the Feather House.
Landis restructure seeks program unification
This Sundays PorchFest will feature Cadence, one of Lafayettes a cappella groups.
PorchFest to feature student musicians for first time
The group hopes to bring their swing design to other campuses across the country.
Student-led project swings to new heights
Chaplain Alex Hendricksons course focuses on celebrity impact on American culture. (Photo courtesy of William Gutierrez 27)
Taylor Swift school of spirituality
Jacob Moldover 24 discovered a love for rowing during his junior year abroad. (Photo courtesy of Jacob Moldover 24)
Jacob Moldover ‘24 travels across the pond for enriching year at Oxford
Professor Robert Mattison wrote a book about Grace Hartigan in 1990.
A tribute to an old pal
Image Pattersons Sankofa is named for a Ghanaian proverb. (Photo courtesy of Image Patterson ‘25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Image Patterson ‘25 highlights Black culture with art installation
Maria Cangro 24 (front, center-right) lived at Skidmore College for two weeks while taking creative writing workshops. (Photo courtesy of Maria Cangro 24)
Student Artist Spotlight: Maria Cangro ’24 receives full scholarship to Skidmore College Poetry Seminar
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
Vampire Weekends Modern Vampires of the City epitomizes religious existential dread. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Berman’s Beats: ‘Modern Vampires of the City’ celebrates 10 year anniversary
Steven Spielbergs Schindlers List (1993) is a masterclass in cinematography. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: Sam’s top 5 of all time
Olivia Rodrigo demonstrates her lyrical and vocal strengths on her new album “Guts.” (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Album Review: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Guts’ will make you want to scream
Xolo Maridueña stars as the titular character in DCs Blue Beetle (2023). (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Blue Beetle’ hits all the right beats
Stephen Rowleys The Celebrants is funny and genuine, and is one of Maddies most highly recommended reads of summer break. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Maddie’s Library: Summer reading highlights
The idea for Seth and Co. Coffee started as an online business.
Small Business Spotlight: Seth and Co. Coffee builds community for young adults with special needs
The Raven 96 was opened out of Raven Gabriels love for the restaurant industry.
Small Business Spotlight: The Raven 96 proves breakfast is most important meal of day
College Hill Café is located diagonal from College Hill Tavern at 501 Cattell Street. (Photo courtesy of Rose DeFranco)
Small Business Spotlight: College Hill Café revives old neighborhood favorite
Casa 401 offers Colombian-made clothing, homeware, accessories and more.
Small Business Spotlight: Casa 401 brings Colombian-made sustainable goods to downtown Easton
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
Ari Ismail ‘26 and Ariel Haber-Fawcett ‘25 created the Middle Eastern Studies Association to raise awareness of issues in the region.
From the court to the stage
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
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
Lia Embil 17 turned hidden treasures into art in a recent exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Lia Embil 17)
Alum Spotlight: Lia Embil ‘17 turns Lafayette creations into career
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
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football crushes Columbia in home opener
Junior defender India Ralph brings the ball up the field during the teams winning weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey dominates in weekend matches, sweeps weekly Patriot League honors
Senior forward Sara Oswald dribbles past a defender. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Defense prevails as women’s soccer notches close wins against Holy Cross, Lehigh
Junior libero Elizabeth Flynn serves during the Leopards victory over Holy Cross. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Volleyball begins Patriot League play, goes 1-1 at home
SAAC includes at least one representative from each athletics team.(Photo courtesy of @div1saac on X)
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee supports athletes, promotes involvement
Sophomore wide receiver Elijah Steward carries the ball past Columbia defenders. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football crushes Columbia in home opener
Sophomore quarterback Dean DeNobile throws the ball against Duke. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football falls to No. 21 Duke for first loss of season
Sophomore running back Jamar Curtis evades a Sacred Heart defender. (Photo by George Vikranis for GoLeopards)
Football impresses in debut, holds off Sacred Heart for second straight year
Head football coach John Troxell addresses the team after the spring Maroon and White scrimmage. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Football team prepares to improve in Troxell’s second year
Malik Hamm will play for the Ravens in his hometown of Baltimore. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Senior Malik Hamm signs with Baltimore Ravens
First-year midfielder Beaux Lizewski dribbles away from a Colgate defender at Gummeson Grounds last Saturday. (Photo by Doug Kilpatrick for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer drops games against Colgate, Albany
The mens soccer team now looks ahead to conference play with a 3-1-2 record. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer beats Binghamton 2-0, falls to Fairleigh Dickinson in nail-biter
First-year forward Roy Biegon maneuvers around a Le Moyne defender. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer destroys competition to notch first two wins of year
Members of Lafayette leadership, coaches and donors unveiled the new Gummeson Grounds at Metzgar Field Complex. (Photo by Ryan Hulvat for GoLeopards)
Gummeson Grounds unveiled
Junior Lawrence Aydlett works around a Drexel defender in their 1-1 draw on Aug. 28. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Soccer opens its season, draws in first two matches
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?
Junior defender India Ralph brings the ball up the field during the teams winning weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey dominates in weekend matches, sweeps weekly Patriot League honors
Sophomore Josephine van Wijk puts a shot on goal during the Leopards match against Columbia. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey celebrates mental health awareness in loss to Columbia
The field hockey team gathers for a huddle at Rappolt Field. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Van Wijk on a roll, can’t lift Leopards in out-of-conference games
Junior Lineke Spaans drives up the field against Ohio State. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Dutch duo scores four goals as field hockey crushes Wagner, splitting weekend games
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
Sophomore Jake Magnusson gets set to receive in the first round of the Bucknell Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Tennis teams debut at Bucknell Invitational
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
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
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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
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Provost John Meier navigated the colleges academic division through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Provost to step down at end of year

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
September 22, 2023
The new lobby of Markle Hall has been completed after over 18 months of construction.

[Photo] Admissions space looking brighter after Markle renovations

September 22, 2023
Parkhurst management has denied hearing many of the complaints leveled against it by employees.

‘I don’t think anyone here is happy’

By Selma O'Malley, Trebor Maitin, Emma Chen and Madeline Marriott
September 15, 2023
Rohana Ana Meyerson and Cassandra Barnett are living proof that its never too late to pursue ones passions. (Photos by Trebor Maitin 24 and Elisabeth Seidel 26 for The Lafayette)

‘Lifetime learners’

By Elisabeth Seidel and Trebor Maitin
September 15, 2023
Bednarsky is now working at a crisis center in Washington, New Jersey. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Hole left in Student Life office after Bednarsky exit

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
September 1, 2023
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)

Digital exclusive: Easton mayoral debate recap

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
May 9, 2023
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

By Trebor Maitin and Madeline Marriott
May 5, 2023
Taylen Mongiovi 25 purchased his first electric scooter in the sixth grade.

Digital exclusive: Scooter guy speaks

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
May 5, 2023
The primary election will be held on May 16.

Easton election guide: 2023 municipal primary

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
April 28, 2023
Public Safety responded to the Gates Hall incident within a minute. (Photo courtesy of Residence Life)

Public Safety investigating fall from dormitory

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
April 28, 2023
Bill Hurd has spent the past few weeks raising the first familys new dog.

Who is Bill Hurd?: First gentleman goes on the record

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
April 14, 2023
Bailey Health Center will continue to provide free masks and COVID-19 tests.

College drops COVID-19 vaccine mandate

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
April 14, 2023
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

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
April 7, 2023
Allison Quensen Blatt has juggled a number of jobs in the colleges arts program over her two decades at the college.

Allison Quensen Blatt, titan of the arts, to retire in June

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
March 24, 2023
Fifteen cookies were pitted against each other in order to find the best for Lafayette College students. (Graphic by Elisabeth Seidel ’26 for The Lafayette)

Chocolate chip cookie crawl: A quest for the best in Easton

By Elisabeth Seidel and Trebor Maitin
March 24, 2023
Rate my Professors allows students to give a rating based on the quality and difficulty of their classes. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Today)

Professors on Rate My Professors

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
March 10, 2023
Lafayette went 9-20 under head coach Mike Jordan, though the Leopards dropped another game after he was placed on leave. (Photo by Samuel Lewis for Icon Sportswire)

Head basketball coach on leave after ‘complaint’: Team, administration stay quiet

By Trebor Maitin and Caroline McParland
February 24, 2023
Students could find a number of sustainability-related Easter eggs among the clues in SEESs escape room.

Escaping Acopian: SEES celebrates Engineers Week with sustainable escape room

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
February 24, 2023
The college established a campus-wide Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee last summer.

‘We could use some more support’: Diversity educators air concerns about lack of trainings

By Jenny Davis and Trebor Maitin
February 10, 2023
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

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
February 3, 2023
Students have been paid to promote the app, but some question the source of the funding.

Fizz floods campus, defying regulations

By Trebor Maitin, Madeline Marriott and Emma Chen
January 27, 2023
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

By Madeline Marriott and Trebor Maitin
January 27, 2023
The organizers of the candlelight vigil wanted to create a space for students to grieve and learn.

Community lights candles, reads poetry, sings lullaby in vigil for Ürümqi fire victims

By Shirley Liu and Trebor Maitin
December 9, 2022
The banner was promptly taken down after the Lafayette Activities Forum received complaints.

South College banner arouses controversy

By Emma Chen, Trebor Maitin, Jenny Davis and Shirley Liu
November 18, 2022
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.

[Photo] Dining hall food donation program dormant since 2020

November 18, 2022
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

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
November 11, 2022
Students living on campus were directed to cast their votes at Kirby Sports Center this past Tuesday.

[Photo] Democrats largely stave off Republicans in Pennsylvania: Students, faculty weigh in

November 11, 2022
During the Write-a-Thon, students had a chance to use typewriters and respond to creative prompts.

Saying goodbye to writer’s block: Write-a-Thon returns as space for inspiration

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
November 4, 2022
Annette Diorio, a stalwart of the college administration, has cited familial commitments in her decision to leave the school. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)

Annette Diorio era comes to an end: Vice president for student life to take role at Union College in January

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
November 4, 2022
The race between U.S. Rep. Susan Wild (D, left) and Lisa Scheller (R, right) for Pennsylvanias Seventh U.S. House District has been marked by yawning policy differences and a barrage of attack ads. (Photo by Rick Kintzel for The Morning Call)

Democratic U.S. Rep. Susan Wild, Republican challenger Lisa Scheller talk background, policy with The Lafayette

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
November 4, 2022
Republican John Merhottein (bottom) is mounting a challenge to six-term incumbent, Democrat Lisa Boscola (top) during a tough year for Democrats. (Photos courtesy of Lisa Boscola and John Merhottein)

Q&A with state senate candidates Lisa Boscola, John Merhottein

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
October 28, 2022
If all goes according to plan, the Student Government hopes to present its constitution to the Board of Trustees in early December.

[Photo] Student Government constitution requires further edits, pushing timeline on elections

October 28, 2022
Students from across the political spectrum came together to watch the debate.

[Photo] Lafayette Votes!, political organizations host U.S. Senate debate watch party

October 28, 2022
A new first-year dean will be hired, allowing each class year to have an individual advisor.

[Photo] Lafayette advising office to undergo major staffing shuffle, new first-year dean to be announced 

October 28, 2022
While there was once a small initiative at Upper and Marquis dining halls, a more extensive composting program never materialized.

Composting initiative stagnant: Financial, bureaucratic reasons to blame

By Emma Chen and Trebor Maitin
October 21, 2022
The new Leopards Lair, located in the space once occupied by the College Store, is a project overseen by Aegis Property Group.

[Photo] Students give feedback for Leopard’s Lair, new student space in Farinon basement

October 21, 2022
The colleges properties, highlighted in green, make up a sizable portion of the College Hill neighborhood, outlined in blue. (Screenshot courtesy of Northampton County Assessors Office, edited by Trebor Maitin 24)

Eighty percent of college property value tax-exempt, school owns 17 percent of Hill

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
October 7, 2022
There are four races being fought in Easton this year, each considered a bellwether. (Photos courtesy of The Post-Gazette, Doug Mastriano, John Fetterman, MedPage Today, Susan Wild, Lisa Scheller, Lisa Boscola and John Merhottein)

Easton election guide: 2022 midterms

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
October 7, 2022
The promoted professors come from every corner of campus. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College)

Nearly two dozen professors receive promotions

By Emma Chen and Trebor Maitin
September 30, 2022
Owen Piskorowski 26: “I’m just drinking a lotta water. Gotta keep that health up. We’re entering the flu season.”

[Photo] On the Spot: What is your go-to fall drink?

September 30, 2022
The Lafayette Womens Club Rugby team aims to teach new members about the sport while fostering an inclusive environment.

[Photo] Women’s rugby has most members since 2019

September 30, 2022
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

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
September 23, 2022
Professor Miller gave a presentation last week on his experiences during 9/11.

[Photo] Letter to the Editor

September 23, 2022
Local fire crews arrived to contain the situation. (Photo courtesy of Rebekah Lazar 26)

Marquis kitchen fire attributed to dishwasher machine

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
September 16, 2022
Becker wrote that the colleges construction remains a top financial priority.

[Photo] Lafayette in ‘good shape’ financially despite inflation-induced challenges

September 16, 2022
The College Republicans and College Democrats came together in a bipartisan effort to remember 9/11.

[Photo] College Democrats, Republicans coordinate 9/11 discussion

September 16, 2022
Students hoping to get down the hill are encouraged to take a shuttle.

The long way down: Closed stairs force detours downtown

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
September 9, 2022
Abby Antognoli ‘25: “A baby leopard.”

[Photo] On the Spot: What would you get Lafayette for his birthday?

September 9, 2022
Hana Sushi and Teppanyakis decor was pleasant.

[Photo] Restaurant Review: Hana Sushi and Teppanyaki rolls onto College Hill

September 9, 2022
Road markings show the path of the vehicle driven by Kyle Flanagan 22 as it collided with a tree. (Photo by Joe Werkmeister for The Suffolk Times)

Kyle Flanagan ’22 charged with DUI after deadly crash

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
September 2, 2022
Miss Jacksons Kitchen includes a lounge space, which the owner implied students could use for studying.

Don Juan’s owner to open Southern-style restaurant, replacing Trolley Stop

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
September 2, 2022
Brewer retired in 2015, but returned four years later to help the Office of Student Involvement transition between directors. (Photo courtesy Lafayette College Flickr)

Pam Brewer, former associate dean behind construction of Farinon, passes away at 64

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
May 6, 2022
Ballots are due to the Northampton County Courthouse, located at 669 Washington Street, by 8 p.m. on May 7. (Photo courtesy WDIY)

Easton primary election guide

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
April 29, 2022
John Brown was elected to the Northampton County Council last November. (Photo courtesy Northampton County)

A sit-down with John Brown, the local councilman running for lieutenant governor

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
April 22, 2022
The swings recently placed around campus can hold 2,000 pounds. (Photo by Deanna Hanchuk 22)

Spring has swung: Kristen Steudel ’22 and Remy Oktay ’24 bring twelve swings to campus

By Jennifer Ortega and Trebor Maitin
April 15, 2022
The Office of Intercultural Development assists international students with the visa process. (Photo courtesy Lafayette OID Facebook)

Post-graduation hurdles faced by some international students

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
April 8, 2022
New gray signs, such as those posted outside Van Wickle Hall, denote where masks are required.

How are professors navigating a post mask-mandate campus?

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
March 25, 2022
The boathouse is located along Lehigh Drive, a narrow road with a speed limit of 45 miles per hour. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24 for The Lafayette)

Baumbach appeal successful: Lawsuit against college and crew coaches proceeds

By Nathan Kornfeind and Trebor Maitin
March 11, 2022
Scullys Seafood is located on Cattell Street and serves a number of fresh and prepared seafood options.

Restaurant Review: Scully’s Seafood offers options for Lent and beyond

By Trebor Maitin and Madeline Marriott
March 11, 2022
Going forward, students who repeat a class will now have increased opportunity to raise their GPA. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24 for The Lafayette)

[Photo] Course repeat policy updated for fall 2022

March 11, 2022
History Professor Jeremy Zallen noted that many legislatures throughout the country are debating whether to ban critical race theory. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24 for The Lafayette)

[Photo] Professors comment on critical race theory and its many misconceptions

March 11, 2022
The college will likely continue the mask mandate unless CDC recommendations change, according to Vice President for Campus Life Annette Diorio. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22 for The Lafayette)

Mask off? Lafayette looks to the future of Covid protocols

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
February 18, 2022
Lafayette custodians are finding themselves picking up more work than in previous years.(Photo by Trebor Maitin 24)

No raises, frozen pensions, more work: Custodians describe lack of benefits during Covid

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
February 11, 2022
The Wolf Administration hopes to appeal the lower courts decision on Act 77 to the Pennsylvania State Supreme Court. (Photo courtesy of the Pennsylvania Department of State Website)

‘A little inconvenient for college students’: Pennsylvania law allowing universal mail-in-voting overturned

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
February 4, 2022
According to the Covid dashboard, as of Wednesday evening there were 26 positives out of 1,857 arrival tests. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22 for The Lafayette)

Covid pre-arrival testing slip-up creates confusion among students

By Trebor Maitin, Assistant News Editor
January 28, 2022
While only serving as interim Vice President, Beckers policy goals include completing the Markle parking deck replacement and the Kunkle Hall renovation. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Finance and Administration)

President Hurd appoints interim vice president of finance and administration

By Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
December 3, 2021
Because of the plans to rebuild the Markle Parking Deck, the houses in red will be demolished in mid-December to create temporary parking spots. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24)

Markle Parking Deck to be demolished in a month as Phase 2 of renovations begins

By Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021
Numerous students who registered with the help of Landis cast their ballot at the Kirby Sports Center in Tuesdays municipal elections. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Lafayette voter turnout soars above national average in 2020 election

By Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
November 5, 2021
A number of local races– including for the school board and county council, along with some statewide races will be decided when voters go to the polls on Nov. 2. (Photo by Pierson White 24)

Your guide to the Northampton County ballot

By Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
October 29, 2021
Snaps Run for Office tool, pictured above, has had over 24,000 recruitment signups in its first week, according to one of its lead developers. (Photo by Trebor Maitin 24)

New Snapchat feature encourages young adults to run for office

By Trebor Maitin, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
A crowd of about 100, including three Lafayette students, marched in protest of the Texas abortion law this past weekend. (Photo courtesy of Meredith McGee 23)

Lafayette students march with locals to protest restrictive abortion legislation

By Trebor Maitin
October 8, 2021
While the administration attributes most of the September surge in cases to Greek Life, fraternity and sorority presidents rejected this claim and criticized the suspension on new-member activities in a letter to the College. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College COVID-19 Action Group)

Greek organizations pen letter to administration in response to suspension of new-member activities

By Trebor Maitin
October 1, 2021
Just under 2% of the student body–around 50 people–received exemptions to the Coronavirus vaccine that was required for students and staff to return to campus. (Photo by Caroline Burns 22)

Lafayette sees increase in vaccine exemption requests in response to COVID-19 vaccine mandate

By Trebor Maitin
September 10, 2021
A pool of water in the Kamine Dorms after heavy rains brought on by Hurricane Ida. (Photo courtesy of Devin Croake 24)

Lafayette goes dark amidst flooding last Wednesday

By Trebor Maitin
September 3, 2021
Camp Lafayette on the Lafayette College quad in the early 1900s. (Photo courtesy of the Lafayette College Archives)

Sickness through the centuries: How Lafayette handled outbreaks from the Spanish flu to the swine flu

By Trebor Maitin
May 21, 2021
Some faculty members say they were not consulted on enrollment decisions by the administration. (Photo by Hana Ishara 17)

Faculty feuds with administration over largest-ever freshmen class

By Trebor Maitin
May 14, 2021
The old Student Government office that is now home to the Pard Pantry. (Photo by Ian Morse 17)

Communication breakdown likely contributed to lackluster voter turnout in Student Government elections

By Trebor Maitin
May 7, 2021
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