Aug 26, 2022
Lafayette and Easton partner to create sustainability-themed day camp
Lafayette’s Office of Sustainability partnered with the Easton Area Community Center to host local kids on campus for a day of education and inspiration…
Community Impact
Since it was first founded by 200 citizens of Easton in 1826, Lafayette College continues to seek opportunities to make an impact in the Easton community and beyond. From inspiring local schoolchildren to pursue opportunities in STEM, to improving accessibility between College Hill and downtown, and everything in between, supporting the communities where we learn and work are a key priority.
Aug 18, 2022
Lafayette College surprises Easton community members with free football tickets
On Aug. 17, Lafayette surprised the Easton community with a ticket giveaway event to spread College pride and rally local support ahead of the Sept. 3…
Aug 12, 2022
Engaging community through innovative journalism
A group of 15 scholars worked with Prof. Kathleen Parrish and with local news source Lehighvalleylive.com to write and publish a series of articles that…
Jul 14, 2022
Easton community comes together for Lafayette Movies on the Quad
Easton and surrounding community members of all ages joined Lafayette students, faculty, and staff on the College’s Quad for a free starlit screening…
Jul 7, 2022
Lafayette College kicks off Movies on the Quad
Lafayette Movies on the Quad, a free summer film screening series open to the public, is part of President Nicole Farmer Hurd’s initiative to bring the…
Jun 23, 2022
Green Move Out spurs new West Ward Sale
Office of Sustainability and Landis Center organized a popular re-sale event, where Easton neighbors purchased recycled goods at a deep discount.
Jun 22, 2022
In the media: Green Move Out benefits Easton
Local news outlets reported on College's inaugural West Ward Sale, where Easton community members purchased items donated by students at a deep discount…
Jun 14, 2022
Connected Classrooms helps elementary students answer life’s big questions
Long-running Lafayette program that provides hands-on learning to Easton elementary students expands to reach additional grade levels and new subject areas…
Jun 3, 2022
Students help senior living organization develop marketing strategy
Hands-on economics research project is a win-win: Lafayette students help a Lehigh Valley senior living facility while gaining valuable real-world experience…
May 27, 2022
In the media: High schoolers create mural as part of Lafayette arts program
High school artists are creating a mural at a local health facility as part of Lafayette community-art program.