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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
The Oldest College Newspaper in Pennsylvania

The Lafayette
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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

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 22, 2024
The Bailey Health Center went all out for the LAF's office decorating contest.

‘We may have gone a bit over the top’

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 22, 2024
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

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 18, 2024
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

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 15, 2024
Lafayette College was Savannah Craven's first stop in her "Racist Roots of Abortion" campus tour series.

Pro-life event draws student attention

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 8, 2024
March Hall was built atop a parking lot as temporary housing.

Mods removal to start next week

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 8, 2024
The Students for Life event outside of Farinon College Center.

[Photo] 2024 Election Day on campus

By The Lafayette Staff
November 5, 2024
Physics lab instructor Scott Shelley visiting the Blue Mosque in Afghanistan during his travels. (Photo courtesy of Scott Shelley)

One country left: Lab instructor nears global travel milestone

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 1, 2024
Student Goverment's executive positions are elected on a calendar year basis. (Compilation by Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)

One year later, Student Government leaders fall short on campaign promises

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
November 1, 2024
Students facing disciplinary action meet with staff in Feather House to discuss next steps.

Conduct office formalizes non-punitive resolution path

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
October 11, 2024
The broken glass has been temporarily repaired with plexiglass.

Public Safety investigating incident after student punches through glass door of Kirby House

By Isabella Gaglione and Elisabeth Seidel
October 11, 2024
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

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
September 27, 2024
While many Lafayette College employees have a personal webpage, these days, only a few maintain a blog.

The rise and fall of faculty blogging at Lafayette

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
September 27, 2024
John O'Keefe '96 was a double major in music and American studies at Lafayette. (Photo courtesy of John O'Keefe '96)

Vice president for ITS to depart for Princeton

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
September 20, 2024
The outdoor classroom will feature a variety of rocks as hands-on teaching tools for geology students.

‘Geological geekiness’

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
September 6, 2024
Some students interacted with Forward Majority PAC canvassers stationed just off campus, at locations like Cinco.

[Photo] Election canvassers violate campus guidelines

By William Gutiérrez, Assistant Culture Editor
September 6, 2024
Tim Cedrone previously served as Rutgers University's associate general counsel. (Photo courtesy of Tim Cedrone on Linkedin)

Tim Cedrone assumes general counsel position

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
August 30, 2024
Jennifer Dize worked at Lafayette College for over seven years while Karina Fuentes served for five. (Photos courtesy of Lafayette College Flickr and Karina Fuentes on LinkedIn)

Administrative turnover continues with late-summer departures

By Elisabeth Seidel and Andreas Pelekis
August 3, 2024
The Department of Education opened the investigation into Lafayette College over alleged antisemitic discrimination in November. (Photo courtesy of EdScoop)

Lafayette had unsatisfactory response to online antisemitism says DOE investigation, college disputes

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
June 25, 2024
Peter Milius' formal arraignment is expected to take place in Courtroom 1 of the Northampton County Courthouse.

Peter Milius waives preliminary hearing, formal arraignment to come

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
June 18, 2024
Mike Jordan was hired by the college in March 2022 and fired less than a year later. (Photo courtesy of The Philadelphia Inquirer)

Fired basketball coach settles lawsuit against college

By Elisabeth Seidel, Managing Editor
June 15, 2024
The faculty meeting on Thursday was the last of the academic year.

Administration, faculty discourse over pro-Palestine protest continues

By Elisabeth Seidel, Selma O'Malley and Isabella Gaglione
May 18, 2024
Matthew Moise ‘24 (center) is passionate about showing his peers that networking can be more than a handshake.

Networking scavenger hunt creates new connections

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
May 3, 2024
Though Dorian can't fly very far, he's a strong climber and has a well-established knack for dancing.

The 2 birds of ThreeBirds

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
May 3, 2024
The Kappa Delta Rho fraternity is the former occupant of the 635 High Street dormitory.

Kappa Delta Rho fraternity attempts comeback

By Emma Chen and Elisabeth Seidel
April 26, 2024
Burglars beware in Easton, Maryland.

We visited every Easton in America

By Trebor Maitin and Elisabeth Seidel
April 5, 2024
Menstrual product dispensers are currently located in over 30 academic and residential buildings.

[Photo] Lafayette to fund Menstrual Equity Project in perpetuity

By Trebor Maitin, Managing Editor
April 12, 2024
Easton Motors has eight locations across Wisconsin, but the one in its namesake town is the flagship location.

Town Hall in Easton, Wisconsin was empty. We left a Lafayette College postcard in the Little Free Library outside.

Donald Trump poetry.

It did not seem like this church in Easton, Texas was still active, though several other churches are.

This white Mercedes was the only car available at the airport. It stuck out like a sore thumb in Easton, Texas.

Easton, Texas was quiet on the Sunday we visited.

This colorful building in Easton, Minnesota is currently home to Margaret’s Pub, but old-timers still remember when the building was a hardware store.

Easton, Minnesota is considering a new design for its water tower that highlights the farming community’s Irish roots.

The town gas station is owned by Rose Doyle, the city clerk of Easton, Minnesota.

A clever, but firm sign outside of the Catholic church in Easton, Minnesota.

City Hall in Easton, Kansas was once a bank. These days, the safe is unguarded, but it is only used for storage.

Easton Cafe is one of two restaurants in Easton, Kansas.

After years of sitting vacant, Takkii Ramen opened for business a few weeks ago.

Restaurant Review: Takkii Ramen, homely despite robots

By Trebor Maitin and Elisabeth Seidel
March 22, 2024
The Board of Trustees is expected to vote on the change in May.

Mathematics department to become ‘mathematical sciences’

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
February 23, 2024
The Butlers like to joke that they were matchmade by their parents.

More faculty and staff couples share their love stories

By Elisabeth Seidel and Kendal Davis
February 9, 2024
Carol Werkheiser's many jobs have taken her all across campus. (Graphic by Emma Chen '24 and Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)

Jumping in with both feet

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
February 2, 2024
The competition takes place at Kirby Sports Center every semester. (Photo courtesy of Karen Howell)

The great Crate Stacking Challenge

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
November 3, 2023
Fox Bakery's shelves include many European treats, such as Russian honey cake.

Small Business Spotlight: Fox Bakery brings European treats to Easton

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
October 20, 2023
Rohana "Ana" Meyerson and Cassandra Barnett are living proof that it's never too late to pursue one's passions. (Photos by Trebor Maitin '24 and Elisabeth Seidel '26 for The Lafayette)

‘Lifetime learners’

By Elisabeth Seidel and Trebor Maitin
September 15, 2023
Olivia Simione ‘26 will be getting a certification from the Diversified Vegetable Pre-Apprenticeship program in February. (Photo courtesy of Olivia Simione ‘26)

Olivia Simione ‘26 cultivates knowledge one seed at a time

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
September 8, 2023
Casa 401 offers Colombian-made clothing, homeware, accessories and more.

Small Business Spotlight: Casa 401 brings Colombian-made sustainable goods to downtown Easton

By Elisabeth Seidel, Design Director
September 1, 2023
Remy Oktay '24 organized the dinner as a final assignment for his class. (Photo courtesy of Remy Oktay '24)

Student brings strangers together with secretive steak dinner

By Elisabeth Seidel, Kristen Vincent and Natalia Ferruggia
May 5, 2023
The Office of Sustainability made an Earth-themed banner.

EarthFest celebrates community sustainability

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
April 28, 2023
Ricki Blaustein ‘25 used her fundraising experience to help improve this year's Relay for Life. (Photo courtesy of @piphilafayette on Instagram)

Relay for Life raises over $10,000 for cancer research

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
April 21, 2023
The artist based the portrait of Ruth Bader Ginsburg off of several photos.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg painting serves as ‘living legacy’ of civil rights

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
April 7, 2023
The endowment aims to provide football players with opportunities off of the field. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette College)

Brothers of Lafayette Football announces endowment fund

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
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
RolleyPulley is a “2-person, three-dimensional Tug of War,” according to its website. 

Battle of balance: RolleyPulley game installed in Farinon

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
March 3, 2023
'Love Nwantiti: Who Will Make a Match?' brought Lafayette and Lehigh students together as one. 

‘Love Island’ spin-off turns rivalry into love

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
February 24, 2023
Lafayette students and faculty visited the UN to hear the stories of women in STEM. (Photo courtesy of Olivia Zoretic '24)

Students attend United Nations conference for women in STEM

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
February 17, 2023
Brett and Alex Hendrickson have been together for over two decades. (Photo courtesy of Clay Wegrzynowicz '18)

Four faculty and staff couples share their love stories

By Elisabeth Seidel and Kendal Davis
February 10, 2023
The second fire to engulf Pardee Hall occurred in 1897. (Photo courtesy of College Archives)

The professor who set fire to Pardee: Your burning questions answered

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
February 3, 2023
WGS 350: Intersectional Feminist Activisms collected accessibility data to curate a detailed report.

Women, gender and sexuality studies class project highlights campus accessibility barriers

By Elisabeth Seidel, Staff Writer
February 3, 2023
Research by Padmanabh Kaushik '25 attempts to use video games to diagnose dyslexia in children. (Photo courtesy of Lafayette Communications)

Student Research Spotlight: Padmanabh Kaushik ’25 works to detect dyslexia with computer game

By Kendal Davis and Elisabeth Seidel
December 9, 2022
Previous Rivalry Week traditions included erecting sky-high bonfires on the center of the Quad. (Photo courtesy of the College Archives)

Rivalry Week traditions through the years

By Elisabeth Seidel, Contributing Writer
November 18, 2022
Damoi Morgan '25 views music as a way to give the campus color. (Photo courtesy of Damoi Morgan '25)

Student Artist Spotlight: Damoi Morgan ’25 adds melody to campus with steel drum

By Elisabeth Seidel, Contributing Writer
November 11, 2022
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