Jan 26, 2026
Inside the classroom: Easton through an anthropologist’s eyes
In Prof. Matthew DeMaio's Anthropology of the City course, students head into Downtown Easton to study the influence cities have on culture and daily life
Anthropology and Sociology
Oct 24, 2025
Meet our new faculty: Matthew DeMaio
Learn more about Matthew DeMaio, assistant professor of anthropology and sociology.
Apr 24, 2025
What’s next for the Class of 2025: Catherine Cheng
"What's next for the Class of 2025" is a series that features Lafayette grads—where they're headed, and the experiences that inspired their future path…
Apr 21, 2025
What’s next for the Class of 2025: Andrey “AJ” McIntyre
"What's next for the Class of 2025" is a series that features Lafayette grads—where they're headed, and the experiences that inspired their future path…
Dec 4, 2024
Prof. Caroline Lee visits White House as civic engagement panelist
At the invitation of the White House, Prof. Caroline Lee gathered with students, policy experts, and political engagement professionals from across the…
Aug 29, 2024
Celebrating faculty: Carlos Tavares
Learn more about Carlos Tavares, associate professor of sociology.
Aug 16, 2024
Academic catalog expanded to include new minors
Lafayette has expanded its academic catalog with the addition of Indigenous studies, music technology, and electrical and computer engineering.
Mar 18, 2024
Prof. Mónica Salas Landa to deliver March 25 Jones Faculty Lecture
A little-known petroleum geologist from Texas who explored oil fields in Mexico is the inspiration for Prof. Mónica Salas Landa’s Jones Faculty Lecture…
Nov 22, 2023
Prof. Rebecca Kissane quoted in Marketplace report on the rising number of women in fantasy sports
Rebecca Kissane, professor of sociology, was quoted in the Nov. 9 edition of Marketplace, American Public Media’s flagship business news program, about…
Aug 23, 2023
Mónica Salas Landa
"What initially drew me to Lafayette, aside from the supportive and inclusive culture of the Anthropology and Sociology Department, was the chance to design…