Celebrating 2026
Enjoy stories and photo galleries celebrating the Class of 2026 and the end of the academic year at Lafayette.
Class of 2026
May 19, 2026
Paying passion forward
During her time at Lafayette, Gia Mazza ’26 never stopped pursuing her own passions and helping others to do the same
May 19, 2026
Lafayette to award two honorary degrees at 191st Commencement
Arthur C. Brooks, and Audrey Flack to be honored during May 23 Commencement ceremony
May 18, 2026
What’s next for the Class of 2026: Syd Friedman
The mechanical engineering major will join Amentum’s work on the Artemis missions
May 18, 2026
What’s next for the Class of 2026: Olivia Catalina
She chose Lafayette because she wanted a high-quality education and to compete at a high athletic level
May 15, 2026
What’s next for the Class of 2026: Abdi Kusata
At Lafayette, you are surrounded by people who want to see you succeed, Kusata says.
May 15, 2026
Celebrating leadership
The annual Hoff Awards recognizes Lafayette community members’ leadership and service
May 14, 2026
What’s next for the Class of 2026: Grace Trautwein
The opportunity to conduct research as undergraduates inspired her next steps and shaped her future
May 12, 2026
What’s next for the Class of 2026
“What’s next for the Class of 2026” is a series that features Lafayette grads—where they’re headed and what inspired their future path
May 12, 2026
What’s next for the Class of 2026: Max O’Rourke
O'Rourke is headed to the European Decorative Arts and Sculpture Division at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.
May 12, 2026
All-College Honors Convocation, celebrating student academic and community achievement
Student academic and community achievement celebrated at annual All-College Honors Convocation