Feb 25, 2022
Upcoming lecture: blending art with activism to drive change
Ahead of acclaimed author Valeria Luiselli's March 31 lecture, Lafayette is hosting a film series on migration and a book discussion on two of Luiselli’s…
Lectures
Feb 23, 2022
Upcoming lecture: Solving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Political scientist Alan Dowty, one of the most authoritative people in the field of Middle East politics, will speak to the College community virtually…
Feb 23, 2022
Upcoming lecture: developing race skills
On March 29, social psychologists will deliver a lecture on understanding what race truly is and how we can effectively function in a racially diverse…
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 14, 2021
The Evolution of Global Cities: Past, Present, and Future
Sociologist Saskia Sassen will discuss how urban areas have evolved, and what cities might look like in a post-COVID world during Nov. 18 virtual lecture…
Nov 5, 2021
Former NASA Astronaut and NFL Draftee to Speak at Lafayette
Leland Melvin will share stories from his rewarding, adventurous career and how grit, grace, and empathy have helped overcome challenges.
Oct 25, 2021
Upcoming Lecture: How Data Informs Decision-Making
Prof. Trent Gaugler will present “A Random Walk through Applied Statistics” Nov. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Oct 17, 2021
Upcoming Lecture: Railroads, Internet, and Structural Racism
An Oct. 22 talk by Lafayette Profs. Jenn Rossmann and Benjamin Cohen will explore the resemblance, resonance, and racism that connect the internet to railroads…
Oct 5, 2021
Discussing Student Access and Success
Stanford University's Eric Bettinger talked with President Hurd about turning barriers to higher education into bridges. Video is available.
Sep 28, 2021
Stanford University’s Eric Bettinger to Deliver Inauguration Week Lecture
Eric Bettinger joins Lafayette's Inauguration Week with a lecture that will be livestreamed from Colton Chapel 7:30 p.m. Wed. Sept. 29.