Jan 9, 2024
Prof. Matt Larsen’s research shows charter schools create more competition
As part of his postdoctoral work, Matt Larsen, associate professor of economics, examines the effects of competition among New Orleans charter schools…
Faculty and Staff
Dec 20, 2023
Lafayette’s top stories of 2023
Here’s a look back at some of the most-read stories from our newsroom in 2023.
Dec 15, 2023
In the media: In Marketplace report, Prof. Julie Smith offers word of the year for Federal Reserve
Prof. Julie Smith was among several economists asked by Marketplace in its Dec. 13 report to offer a word of the year to describe the Federal Reserve's…
Dec 1, 2023
Prof. David Sunderlin led Weekend Wanderers tour at Easton Cemetery
David Sunderlin, Lafayette College professor of geology, led the Nov. 12 tour and focused on the geologic nature of Easton Cemetery.
Nov 30, 2023
In the media: Prof. Kincaid featured in WalletHub on car insurance issues
John Kincaid, Robert B. and Helen S. Meyner Professor of Government and Public Service, was featured in a recent Q&A on the personal-finance website WalletHub…
Nov 24, 2023
Chemistry Prof. Michael Bertucci earns distinguished Henry Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award
Michael Bertucci, assistant professor of chemistry, is one of eight U.S. professors to be named a 2023 Henry Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar.
Nov 15, 2023
Prof. Jim Toia’s solo exhibition on display at Rutgers’ Zimmerli Art Museum
Toia’s work on nature’s complexity serves as educational springboard for deeper conversations about art, science, and the environment.
Nov 9, 2023
In the media: Prof. Shieber’s research featured in Big Think article
Joseph Shieber, James Renwick Hogg Professor of Mental and Moral Philosophy, was recently featured in an article for online publication Big Think.
Nov 8, 2023
Prof. Megan Fernandes featured on PBS Newshour
Megan Fernandes, associate professor of English and writer-in-residence, appeared on a Nov. 1 segment on PBS Newshour where she discusses her "Brief But…
Nov 2, 2023
Melissa Galloway to deliver Jones Faculty Lecture
As the keynote speaker delivering the Jones Faculty Lecture on Nov. 7, Galloway will share how insights from her research can enhance our understanding…