Jan 5, 2022
Prof. Melissa Gordon Wins NSF Award Supporting Polymer Research
Engineering professor Melissa Gordon ’11, receives prestigious National Science Foundation award honoring her work as an outstanding teacher-scholar…
News & Features
Jan 4, 2022
Economics Research Project Offers Graduate-Level Experience
Wenxin (Cyndia) Chen '22 used her skills in data collection and analysis to make significant contributions to economics professor's research.
Jan 3, 2022
Chemical Engineering Students Win National Recognition
Lafayette students' research—on aerosols and greenhouse gases, biodiesel production, and green solvent alternatives—was honored at prestigious gathering…
Dec 23, 2021
Students Showcase the Many Moods of Coffee
After learning about the history, science, and economics of coffee, students turned into baristas, serving up their own caffeinated creations.
Dec 2, 2021
Studying the Benefits of Repurposing, Reusing Buildings
Faculty-student research team is analyzing buildings in Easton and measuring their energy efficiency to determine whether to repurpose them.
Dec 2, 2021
Astronaut and NFL Draftee Shares Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances
Leland Melvin shares personal stories about persevering, staying the course, and reaching deep within himself during challenging times.
Nov 24, 2021
Acopian Engineering Center Renovations Reflect Inclusive Vision
Acopian’s spaces welcome more students and send a tangible message about Lafayette’s position as a top-ranked engineering school.
Nov 23, 2021
Lafayette Receives Funding to Create Pedestrian-Friendly Trail
New multiuse trail will make it easier for residents, visitors, and students to walk or bike between Easton's downtown and the College campus.
Nov 17, 2021
New Study Reveals Low Staffing, Burnout in the Nation’s Largest Prosecutors’ Offices
Research from Prof. Adam Biener suggests strain exacerbated by the pandemic may undermine the functioning of prosecutors’ offices.
Nov 8, 2021
The Roots of Digital Racism Date Back to 19th-Century Railroads
Lafayette College Profs. Jenn Rossmann and Benjamin Cohen discuss how transcontinental railroad contributed to structural racism in Fast Company article…