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Rep. Alex Brown '26 has served on Student Government for two semesters. He is a member of academic affairs committee and the census ad hoc committee, which he co-founded. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Student Government)
Alex Brown ‘26 elected Student Government president
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty pushes for formal endorsement of strategic plan
The drought has had noticeable effects on water levels in the Bushkill Creek.
Easton drought continues despite rain
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The Nurture Nature Center's "Science on a Sphere" display.
Easton prepares to launch future planetarium
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
Many of the music technology classes take place in the Williams Center for the Arts computer lab.
College announces new minors
Seven students received honorable Fulbright and Goldwater awards this year. Carter Brand '25 could not be reached for a photo. (Photos by Liv Bamford '24 and Emma Sylvester '25 for The Lafayette; bottom middle photo courtesy of Tess Stanley '25).
Lafayette students awarded Fulbright, Goldwater scholarships
The Indigenous Studies minor will involve courses across several departments.
Indigenous Studies minor approved
Rep. Alex Brown '26 has served on Student Government for two semesters. He is a member of academic affairs committee and the census ad hoc committee, which he co-founded. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Student Government)
Alex Brown ‘26 elected Student Government president
The five candidates for Student Government executive board each gave a 30 second introductions before questions began. (Photo by The Lafayette)
Student Government candidates tackle questions at forum
There are two races with no candidates in this year's Student Government election. (Compilation by Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)
Unpacking Student Government candidate platforms
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
Student Government reviews budget survey, elections at Nov. 7 meeting
Student Government reviews elections, organizations at Oct. 31 meeting
Student Government reviews elections, organizations at Oct. 31 meeting
While the November faculty meeting was virtual, they are often held in Marquis Hall.
Faculty pushes for formal endorsement of strategic plan
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The last ad hoc committee that was passed by the faculty was in 2018 about college expansion.
Ad hoc faculty committee for evaluation of college academic finances passed
Austin Haytko, Lafayette's director of student conduct and restorative practices, joined the college in 2022. (Photo courtesy of the Iowa State Daily)
Director of student conduct resigns
The college scheduled eight listening sessions to talk to campus community members about the strategic plan.
College announces proposed strategic plan
The Nurture Nature Center's "Science on a Sphere" display.
Easton prepares to launch future planetarium
Lafayette faculty and students often conduct research at Bushkill Creek in semesterly or summer projects. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Communications)
Easton creek restoration receives 6-figure state grant
The bear was sighted in front of and behind Easton Hall by students. (Photo courtesy of Robbie Neumeyer '26)
Bear spotted near Easton Hall
The Express-Times is headquartered in downtown Easton.
Local Easton newspaper to shut down print production in 2025
Ideal Food Basket currently has a location in Bethlehem.
New Easton grocery store looks to ease food desert
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
Benjamin Kitson '24 is currently serving time in Chester County Prison. (Photo courtesy of LafayetteDelts.net)
Recent alumnus sentenced for child pornography charges
The victim of Tuesday's shooting is current not cooperating with officials. (Photo courtesy of Easton Police Department)
Man injured in Easton shooting, suspect still at large
The broken glass has been temporarily repaired with plexiglass.
Public Safety investigating incident after student punches through glass door of Kirby House
Peter Milius was formally arraigned at the Northampton County Courthouse on Sept. 19.
Criminal court scheduled in Milius case
Walter Snipes began his position at Lafayette on Oct. 7.
Meet your new dean of students
The bicentennial celebration will incorporate long-standing Lafayette traditions. (Media by Hiya Khan '28 for The Lafayette)
Initial bicentennial plans revealed
Lafayette Votes plans to have an information table on election day, providing information on each candidate and where students should cast their ballot.
Lafayette Votes reports high number of student voter registrants
The Marquis Dining Hall salad bar and deli area, which was closed for several days, features soups, salad ingredients and customizable sandwiches.
Dining hall closed after health hazard incident
The 90-minute Q&A session focused on bipartisan issues.
College hosts former congressman, RNC chair in bipartisan discussion
Lafayette and Lehigh's annual rivalry football game began in 1884, with the first game being played on March Field. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The evolution of rivalry week
The Bailey Health Center went all out for the LAF's office decorating contest.
‘We may have gone a bit over the top’
This year marks the 10-year anniversary of the rivalry game being hosted at Yankee Stadium. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)
On the field at Yankee Stadium
The cover art of Damoi Morgan's '25 album was made by Jolie Saint Vil '27. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 performs debut album
"Crooked House" was published in 1949 and has sold over a billion copies worldwide. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Nat’s Novels: My top 4 favorite Agatha Christie novels
The cover art of Damoi Morgan's '25 album was made by Jolie Saint Vil '27. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 performs debut album
Swetha Tadisina '25 began her glassblowing journey two years ago. (Photo courtesy of Swetha Tadisina '25)
Student Artist Spotlight: Swetha Tadisina sparks up creativity with glassblowing
Plus One began as a group of three and has since expanded to six members. (Photo courtesy of Ajani Martin)
Student Artist Spotlight: Plus One brings together musical flair, friendship
"Lift Every Voice" is a one-act play focusing on the members of a student council at a high school.
‘Lift Every Voice’
Music by Lilly Hercik '27 can be streamed on Apple Music, Spotify and YouTube Music. (Photo courtesy of @lillymoss.music on Instagram)
Student Artist Spotlight: Lilly Hercik ‘27 puts a new spin on country music
"Crooked House" was published in 1949 and has sold over a billion copies worldwide. (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia)
Nat’s Novels: My top 4 favorite Agatha Christie novels
"Remember the Titans" features a powerful performance by lead actor Denzel Washington, as well as an early breakout role by Ryan Gosling. (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Remember the Titans’ is an enduring football classic
The pit orchestra of "Bright Star" features a professional violin player on the fiddle, as well as many student musicians playing its bluegrass-inspired score.
Performance Review: College theater’s ‘Bright Star’ shines bright
"The Magic Toyshop" combines surrealist and whimsical writing with dark themes. (Photo courtesy of Goodreads)
Nat’s Novels: ‘The Magic Toyshop,’ magical surrealist nightmare
Ralph Fiennes is already receiving award-season buzz for his role as Cardinal Lawrence in “Conclave” (2024). (Photo courtesy of IMDb)
Cinema with Sam: ‘Conclave’ beautifully blends all star cast with intense setting
The Banana Tree seeks to welcome all plant lovers, regardless of plant experience.
Small Business Spotlight: ‘Not your garden variety botanical store’
Birdhouse Yoga is located at 327 Cattell St., with classes held seven days a week.
Perched on the hill
Tucker Garage + Grocery is set to open in downtown Easton early this fall. (Photo courtesy of Indiegogo)
Welcome to Tucker Garage + Grocery
Julian Shorter ‘27, Liam Ward '27 and Jack Marich '27 import bagels weekly from New Jersey to make breakfast sandwiches. (Photo courtesy of Jack Marich '27)
Small Business Spotlight: Bean’s Bagels brings homemade breakfast sandwiches to your door
Josie's New York Deli was remodeled last year.
Small Business Spotlight: Josie’s New York Deli brings big city charm to Easton
At Qiskit Fall Fest, students participated in a workshop on quantum computing.
Qiskit Fall Fest brings the fun to quantum technology
"Rent" originally opened on Broadway in 1996 and was an overnight success.
There’s ‘No day but today’ to learn Marquis Players’ upcoming musical: ‘Rent’
"Fight or Flight Night" began with club members demonstrating basic boxing skills. (Photo courtesy of Anica Kim '27)
Boxing Club, LCEMS debut Fight or Flight Night
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
Art Jam has activities for all forms of creative expression, from playing music to drawing and painting. (Photo courtesy of McKenna Graf '26)
Art Jam: Art Society’s weekly hub of creativity
The fraternity was founded in what is now called Hogg Hall.
Meet the Alpha chapter of Alpha Phi Omega
The faculty play was a time-honored tradition at the college for nearly 40 years. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
What happened to faculty plays?
"The Laff-a-lot" was the first-ever satirical version of The Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College Archives)
The history of The Scoffayette
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Women of first fully co-ed class look back 50 years after graduating
Student Government protested the slow-moving process of building a student center in the spring of 1988.
The long road to Farinon College Center
Madeline Squarcia '22 works to make 'farm to table' a reality. (Photo courtesy of Madeline Squarcia '22)
Alum Spotlight: Madeline Squarcia ’22 connects consumers to growers
Mike Handzo '11 worked with the Landis Center for Community Engagement during his time at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of Mike Handzo on LinkedIn)
Alum spotlight: Mike Handzo ’11 works to create affordable housing in Lehigh Valley
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 Hefner's 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
Sophomore running back Troy Bruce bursts through a hole in the Stonehill defense. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football stomps Stonehill in Senior Day showing
The football team has the experience and capability to win the 160th Rivalry Game on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Lehigh comes into the rivalry matchup at 4-1 in the Patriot League, with a chance to take the conference championship. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh University Athletics)
Why Lehigh will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Easton High School leads the all-time series 67-44-5 against Phillipsburg High School heading into this year's rivalry matchup. (Photo courtesy of Chris Taverner '25)
‘The rivalry will never leave you’
Sophomore forward Joshua Wyche contests a shot against Rhode Island on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops matchups against Cornell, Rhode Island
Sophomore running back Troy Bruce bursts through a hole in the Stonehill defense. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Football stomps Stonehill in Senior Day showing
The football team has the experience and capability to win the 160th Rivalry Game on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Why Lafayette will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Lehigh comes into the rivalry matchup at 4-1 in the Patriot League, with a chance to take the conference championship. (Photo courtesy of Lehigh University Athletics)
Why Lehigh will win the 160th Rivalry Game
Easton High School leads the all-time series 67-44-5 against Phillipsburg High School heading into this year's rivalry matchup. (Photo courtesy of Chris Taverner '25)
‘The rivalry will never leave you’
Junior wide receiver Elijah Steward gets tackled by a Colgate University defender. (Photo by Shea Widerman for GoLeopards)
Football wins after 4th quarter comeback at Colgate
Freshman defender Joseph Lee assisted the Leopards' lone goal against Lehigh University. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer misses playoffs with tie against Bucknell, disappointing loss to Lehigh
Sophomore midfielder Beaux Lizewski assisted on the only goal in the men's soccer team's 1-0 victory over Loyola. (Photo by George Varkanis)
Men’s soccer tops Loyola in crucial Senior Day test
The men's soccer team huddles before the start of its game against Holy Cross on Oct. 12. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer splits games against American, Stony Brook
Senior midfielder Carter Houlihan readies for a header in the Leopards' Sept. 21 matchup against Navy. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s soccer scratches late draw against Boston University
The men's soccer team prepares to defend an Army West Point corner in Saturday's win. (Photo courtesy of GoArmyWestPoint)
Men’s soccer secures first Patriot League win at Army
Sophomore forward Joshua Wyche contests a shot against Rhode Island on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy of GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball drops matchups against Cornell, Rhode Island
The men's basketball team earned a last-second win against Penn on Tuesday in its first home game of the season.
Men’s basketball falls at LaSalle, earns nail-biting 1st victory against Penn
Senior center Justin Vander Baan looks to finish through contact against Villanova. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball loses season opener to Villanova
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Senior guard Eric Sondberg shoots over a Bucknell defender earlier this year. (Photo by George Varkanis for GoLeopards)
Men’s basketball ends regular season with fourth consecutive loss
After exiting last week's Patriot League final with a knee injury, senior midfielder Lineke Spaans returned to action to record the Leopards' lone shot attempt. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey falls in 1st round of NCAA tournament
Sophomore midfielder Stella Malinowski's late fourth quarter goal pushed the field hockey team into overtime against American University on Saturday. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey wins Patriot League championship
Senior midfielder Lineke Spaans was one of three Leopards to earn First Team All-Patriot League selections. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey finishes regular season with Colgate win, beats Bucknell en route to Patriot League final
Senior forward Alex Darrah scored her seventh goal of the season against Boston University on Oct. 25. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Field hockey puts up back-to-back shutout victories
Senior defender India Ralph prepares to inbound a penalty corner against Temple University on Sunday. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Field hockey loses to Drexel, defeats #20 Temple
Freshmen Tyler and Aidan Mahaffey are looking to double up on the tennis team this year.
Double trouble
Senior Arman Ganchi went 2-4 in his matches over the weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis competes at Lehigh Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from a rough outing this weekend at the Lehigh Invitational. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis defeated in dual matches against Monmouth, Rider
The women's tennis team opened its fall season at Bucknell this weekend. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s and women’s tennis compete at Bucknell Invitational
The men's tennis team looks to bounce back from an 8-15 record last season. (Photo by Hannah Ally for GoLeopards)
Men’s tennis starts season at Bloomsburg Invitational
Sophomore outside hitter Emma Patmon prepares to dig the ball. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball wins in 5 against Fordham, silenced twice by FDU
Freshman outside hitter Paige Chmura and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to contest a Virginia Tech player. (Photo courtesy of Virginia Tech Athletics)
Volleyball falls to Winthrop, wins against Virginia Tech at weekend tourney
Senior outside hitter Abby Nieporte and junior middle blocker Hannah Ehrich-Pollock go up to block a Syracuse player. (Photo courtesy of Syracuse University Athletics)
Volleyball begins season 3-1 at Salt City Classic Tournament
The Lafayette football team hoists the Patriot League Championship trophy for the first time since 2013. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
The state of Lafayette sports
Senior middle blocker Gracie Gibson earned All-Patriot League Second Team honors this season. (Photo by Rick Smith for GoLeopards)
Volleyball drops final match of season
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
On the Spot: What would you get Roary for his 100th birthday?
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
On the Spot: Would you rather fight a man or a bear?
Op-ed: How fashion dictates politics
Editorial: The future of free press
Op-ed: Strawberries blooming in November
Op-ed: Moving forward
Op-ed: Write
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Editorial: A call for campus contribution
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter to the editor: Response to faculty open letter
Letter from the editor
Letter from the editor
Nicole Hurd looked Vladimir Putin in the eyes and "got a sense of his soul."
Hurd ends all global conflicts
Don't worry, the Quaddlers can't count to 84,000.
New Bowd of Twustees talks goals, kitties
“I don’t get the sense that the men were ever afraid to show how smart they were in a classroom,” Thaddeus Robert Barron Pardee ‘33 said.
Men of first class look back 191 years after graduating
Do not come.
Lafayette College announces ‘Hibachi for Harris’
Defenestrate the frat men? Fine, we'll do it, twist our arms.
Greek life rebrands as French life
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The drought has had noticeable effects on water levels in the Bushkill Creek.

[Photo] Easton drought continues despite rain

By Jadey Mercedes, Staff Writer
November 22, 2024
Senior guard Abby Antognoli tries to sneak a shot over a Notre Dame defender in Sunday's game.

[Photo] Women’s basketball routed by No. 6 Notre Dame at home despite strong performance

By Martin Familetti, Staff Writer
November 22, 2024
The Express-Times is headquartered in downtown Easton.

[Photo] Local Easton newspaper to shut down print production in 2025

By Victoria Hneleski, Contributing Writer
November 15, 2024
Students sign up to get donuts at an Election Day sponsored by Lafayette Votes.

[Photo] 2024 Election Day on campus

By The Lafayette Staff
November 5, 2024
The Banana Tree seeks to welcome all plant lovers, regardless of plant experience.

[Photo] Small Business Spotlight: ‘Not your garden variety botanical store’

By Allison Stein, Staff Writer
October 11, 2024
Porchfest attendees got to experience a vibrant musical scene followed by a parade last weekend.

[Photo] Porchfest turns College Hill into multi-genre music festival

By Clara Witmer, Assistant News Editor
October 4, 2024
JoAnn Male works with everybody in the admissions office, including counselors and student workers.

[Photo] Meet JoAnn Male, the face of admissions

By Natalia Ferruggia, Culture Editor
October 4, 2024
Before closing earlier this month, The Bayou was open for seven years in downtown Easton's center square.

[Photo] Downtown Easton staples close

By Claire Coker, Contributing Writer
September 27, 2024
Peter Milius was formally arraigned at the Northampton County Courthouse on Sept. 19.

[Photo] Criminal court scheduled in Milius case

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 27, 2024
Construction on the new downtown hotel is slated to start in the upcoming months.

[Photo] New hotel development coming to downtown Easton

By Makenna McCall, News Editor
September 27, 2024
Lafayette previously allocated close to 60 College Avenue parking spaces for permit parking.

[Photo] College parking to be converted into bike lane

By Kate SantaMaria, Staff Writer
September 27, 2024
Mesa was voted the best Mexican restaurant in the 2022 Reader-Voted Lehigh Valley Restaurant Awards.

[Photo] Downtown restaurant staple accused of liquor law violation

By Jadey Mercedes, Contributing Writer
September 20, 2024
Until this academic year, the college had offered four routes to students through the LCAT shuttle.

[Photo] New pilot program replaces college shuttle routes

By Clara Witmer, Assistant News Editor
September 20, 2024
Maria (left), a mixed breed, is a friendly face in the English department.

[Photo] Dog owner, dog professor

By Andreas Pelekis, News Editor
September 13, 2024
Professor Trent Gaugler's Politics and Polling First Year Seminar allows students to understand how media affects politics.

[Photo] Politics and Polling FYS fosters civil conversation

By William Gutiérrez, Assistant Culture Editor
September 6, 2024
Award-winner Chris Byrnes '26 is a McKelvy Scholar and member of the GovLab research group.

[Photo] College administration sees interim structural changes

By Selma O'Malley, Managing Editor
September 6, 2024
The Wallach Sports Performance and Lacrosse Center will feature a new weight room and nutrition center enhancement onsite.

[Photo] Lacrosse complex under construction at Metzgar

By Luke Gutleber, Staff Writer
September 6, 2024
Silent Meditation and Tea runs Mondays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in Hogg Hall's Interfaith Chapel.

[Photo] ‘Silent Meditation and Tea’ brings Buddhist meditation to College Hill

By William Gutiérrez, Assistant Culture Editor
September 6, 2024
The Contemporary Music Ensemble performed a variety of modern pieces during their concert.

[Photo] Contemporary Music Ensemble concert showcases student compositions

By William Gutiérrez, Staff Writer
May 3, 2024
Matthew Moise ‘24 (center) is passionate about showing his peers that networking can be more than a handshake.

[Photo] Networking scavenger hunt creates new connections

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
May 3, 2024
"Disparate Measures: The Intersectional Economics of Women in STEM Work" has been eight years in the making.

[Photo] Professors explore gender, economics in new book

By Paige Mathieu, Staff Writer
April 26, 2024
The choir has begun preparing for its summer performances in Ireland.

[Photo] Choir to perform in Ireland this summer

By Max Adams, Contributing Writer
April 26, 2024
This is the third inspection during which dining halls have earned health code violations during the 2023-24 academic year.

[Photo] Dining halls earn more health code violations

By Makenna McCall, Staff Writer
April 12, 2024
Students gathered on the Quad to watch the historic eclipse.

[Photo] Campus ‘over the moon’ for solar eclipse

By William Gutiérrez, Staff Writer
April 12, 2024
The applications reported for the class of 2028 mark a slight increase from last year's class.

[Photo] Lafayette College receives second-highest number of applicants ever

By Kate SantaMaria, Contributing Writer
April 5, 2024
Freshman diver Landon Orth was dominant in Nebraska diving.

[Photo] Diving into the successes of Landon Orth

By Dan Sullivan, Staff Writer
April 5, 2024
Rep. Alex Brown '26 and Treasurer Christo Maheras '26 created the Census Ad Hoc Committee.

[Photo] Student Government forms committee to bridge disconnect with student body

By Emma Li, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024
After years of sitting vacant, Takkii Ramen opened for business a few weeks ago.

[Photo] Restaurant Review: Takkii Ramen, homely despite robots

By Trebor Maitin and Elisabeth Seidel
March 22, 2024
The accessibility ad hoc committee is one of four ad hoc committees in Student Government.

[Photo] Student Government committee addresses accessibility issues

By Madeline Convy, Staff Writer
March 8, 2024
Sociology professor Rebecca Kissane hopes to offer a new perspective on gender in her class.

[Photo] ‘Sociology of Sex and Gender’ class breaks down gender roles

By Claire Coker, Contributing Writer
March 8, 2024
Jeff "Tain" Watts' most recent Grammy win was for the Best Opera Recording in 2024.

[Photo] Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts: The Grammy winner you never knew you knew

By Kristen Vincent, Assistant Culture Editor
March 1, 2024
The Career Fair was held on Feb. 21 and had a record turnout according to Gateway Career Center.

[Photo] Humanities students feel lack of opportunity at career fair

By Kate SantaMaria, Contributing Writer
February 23, 2024
Chemisty professor Chip Nataro is currently working on a sequel to his 2020 book.

[Photo] Chemistry professor turns love of Sharksploitation films into books

By Paige Mathieu, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
One scam involves the caller pretending to be a member of the Northampton County Sheriff's Department.

[Photo] Phone scams pop up throughout the Lehigh Valley

By Selma O'Malley, News Editor
February 16, 2024
Professor Daniel Quirós has authored four books, including novels "Verano Rojo" and "Lluvia del Norte."

[Photo] Spanish professor Daniel Quirós synthesizes culture with creative writing

By Natalia Ferruggia, Assistant Culture Editor
February 16, 2024
Professors can tailor their AI syllabus policies any way they choose.

[Photo] Faculty votes to mandate AI statement in syllabi

By Alana Kipnis, Contributing Writer
February 9, 2024
The issues affected numerous students' weekly meal plans last week.

[Photo] Meal swipes charged late after system outage

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
February 9, 2024
Cinco Cantina is the first of multiple pop-up restaurants planned by the college's dining services.

[Photo] Cinco Cantina opens for 3-day trial period

By Makenna McCall, Contributing Writer
February 9, 2024
Printing and Copy Services was previously located in Marquis Hall.

[Photo] Print shop moves to post office

By Jacob Moldover, Business Manager
February 2, 2024
The organizational studies program teaches students about workforce issues.

[Photo] Organizational studies program preps students for future

By Isabella Gaglione, Culture Editor
February 2, 2024
Professor Han Luo holds doctorates in applied linguistics and foreign language education.

[Photo] Interdisciplinary class demystifies language learning

By Madeline Marriott, Editor-in-Chief
February 2, 2024
In the coming months, multiple pop-up restaurants will temporarily fill the space that was once Miss Jackson's Kitchen.

[Photo] Pop-up restaurant to open for 3 days at former Miss Jackson’s

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
January 26, 2024
There are two types of officers that work under Public Safety: campus police officers and security officers.

[Photo] Public Safety 101

By William Gutiérrez, Contributing Writer
January 26, 2024
The Pard Pantry was created by Student Government members in 2019.

[Photo] College receives grant for Pard Pantry

By Madeline Convy, Contributing Writer
January 26, 2024
No members of the class of 2026 delegation returned to the general body.

[Photo] Meet your new Student Government representatives

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
December 8, 2023
Bob Foltz can be found on the sidelines of nearly every basketball game.

[Photo] Section 5, row B, seat 1

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
December 8, 2023
Easton Winter Village transformed Centre Square with 40 holiday huts housing local vendors.

[Photo] The Lafayette’s guide to Easton Winter Village

By Kendal Davis and Kristen Vincent
December 8, 2023
Art students showed off their capstone projects at the Grossman Gallery.

[Photo] Short films, sculptures and spreading awareness

By Grace Hubler, Contributing Writer
December 8, 2023
"Miracle on 34th Street" has a cast of over 20 people made up of students, staff and alumni.

[Photo] Performance Review: Holiday cheer flurries in ‘Miracle on 34th Street’

By Isabella Gaglione, Culture Editor
December 1, 2023
Olivia Hofmann '24 and Olivia Bamford '24 both transitioned from violin to oboe before high school.

[Photo] The Olivias of the oboe section

By Kendal Davis, Staff Writer
December 1, 2023
The class put together an exhibit inspired by the book "Potential History: Unlearning Imperialism" by Ariella Aïsha Azoulay.

[Photo] Class interrogates imperialism with pop-up exhibit

By Natalia Ferruggia, Assistant Culture Editor
November 17, 2023
Through the care of many faculty members and students, Bubba has lived a fruitful life on campus.

[Photo] Meet Bubba, Lafayette’s cuddliest lizard

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
November 17, 2023
Professor Jenn Stroud Rossmann's debut novel came out in 2018.

[Photo] Engineering professor Jenn Stroud Rossmann gets gears turning with creative writing

By Isabella Gaglione, Culture Editor
November 17, 2023
The Jones Lecture is an annual event featuring faculty members presenting from a variety of disciplines.

[Photo] Jones Faculty Lecturer Melissa Galloway speaks to importance of chemistry in atmosphere

By Nikolai Gentes, Contributing Writer
November 10, 2023
The college has recently partnered with St. Luke's Hospital to provide extended hours of care to students.

[Photo] Bailey Health Center overwhelmed

By Jenny Davis, Staff Writer
November 10, 2023
Student Government will appoint one of its representatives to serve as temporary Inclusivity Officer before a special election.

[Photo] Student Government fails to produce candidate for inclusivity officer

By Andreas Pelekis, Assistant News Editor
November 3, 2023
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[Photo] College shakes up course offering schedule after years of delays

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
November 3, 2023
Student Government candidates urged students to vote despite all positions being uncontested.

[Photo] Student Government candidates speak at forum

By Clara Witmer, Contributing Writer
November 3, 2023
Approximately 10 students are currently eligible to run for executive board positions.

[Photo] Who can run for Student Government executive board?

By Madeline Convy, Contributing Writer
October 27, 2023
College President Nicole Hurd's initial loan-free announcement came on Oct. 6.

[Photo] Administration clarifies international student financial aid limitations

By Evan Johnson, Contributing Writer
October 27, 2023
Brett Hendrickson's students speak to spirits during class time.

[Photo] Seances with students

By Kendal Davis, Staff Writer
October 27, 2023
Cadence, one of Lafayette's five a cappella groups, made inclusivity-oriented changes at the start of the fall semester.

[Photo] A capella groups drop gender restrictions

By Makenna McCall, Contributing Writer
October 20, 2023
Michael McGuire, who chairs the Faculty Affairs and Resources Committee, praised the new fund for broadening access for professors.

[Photo] New faculty fund provides travel opportunities for professors

By Tom Contrucci, Contributing Writer
October 6, 2023
"Cabaret" was chosen for both its serious themes and its dance numbers.

[Photo] ‘Willkomen, Bienvenue, Welcome…’ to the Marquis Players’ spring musical, ‘Cabaret’

By Natalia Ferruggia, Assistant Culture Editor
October 6, 2023
Professor Kathleen Parrish raised concerns about doors not locking from the inside in Pardee Hall.

[Photo] Public Safety working to clear up lockdown procedures

By Clara Witmer, Contributing Writer
September 29, 2023
Barbara Vasconez and Mik Mattis are the team that runs all operations at Mystery Box Games.

[Photo] Small Business Spotlight: Every night is game night at Mystery Box Games

By Bernadette Russo, Culture Editor
September 29, 2023
Composting interns do a combination of office work and field work.

[Photo] Composting interns contribute to sustainability changes on campus

By Evan Johnson, Contributing Writer
September 22, 2023
Student Government's decision to raise the student activity fee was influenced in part by the draining of its reserve funds.

[Photo] Student activity fee increases, provides more funding for clubs

By Andrew LaGreca, Contributing Writer
September 15, 2023
The class of 2027 is one of the most diverse in Lafayette history.

[Photo] Lafayette meets goal for Pell Grant eligibility with class of 2027

By Emma Li, Contributing Writer
September 15, 2023
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