December 14, 2020

Good News of 2020

Twenty positive, feel-good stories from 2020

As tough as 2020 has been, good things have happened. As we look back at the year that many are eager to leave behind, let’s revisit the highlight reel. Here, 20 feel-good stories that remind us of the indefatigable Lafayette spirit.

Good News: Students

Victoria Puglia ’21 Named Rhodes Scholar

The international affairs major received 'the most famous academic award available to American college graduates'

Students Excelling in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

Savanna Touré ’21 Receives Truman and Goldwater Scholarships

Good News:

Class of 2020

Saving Senior Week

"It's up to me to party for all of you, because this senior must senior week for everyone" —Adam Bramson '20

Meet the Valedictorians

Hired! New Grads with New Careers

Good News:

Alumni

Brian Hutchison ’93 Stars in Netflix Film

In 'Boys in the Band,' Hutchison revives role he played on Broadway

Community Garden Advocate Miranda Wilcha '16 Helps Easton Residents

EMT and Engineer Joe Prati ’13 Helps Community During Pandemic

Good News:

Victories

Women’s Club Ice Hockey Captures Championship

Team wins in four overtimes against No. 1 seed in final

Saeed Malami ‘20 is National Forensics Champ

Women’s Alpine Ski team is Best in Division and Region

Good News:

Faculty, Staff

Meet Our New Faculty

Dynamic educators and scholars joined the Lafayette community

Keeping Campus Connected and Running Smoothly

Faculty Develop Robust Plans for Remote Courses

Good News:

Honors, Milestones

Excellence in Sustainability

College ranks in top 10 for food and dining; receives silver rating for overall commitment to a sustainable campus

College Celebrates 50 Years of Coeducation

LIME Program Marks 10th Anniversary

Good News:

Athletics

Sherryta Freeman Celebrated for Leadership in Athletics

Athletic Programs Rank First in NCAA's Graduation Success Rate

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