News and Features

Oct 16, 2023

In the media: President Hurd, VP Stuart quoted in CNBC report on colleges eliminating student loans

President Nicole Hurd was quoted in an Oct. 14 CNBC report about how some of the nation’s top colleges have adopted no-loan policies.

Oct 13, 2023

Prof. Rebekah Pite releases new book, Sharing Yerba Mate

Prof. Rebekah Pite’s 'Sharing Yerba Mate' explores how the Indigenous infusion became one of the most widely consumed beverages in the region.

Oct 10, 2023

Yearlong series celebrating Williams Center’s 40th anniversary continues with recollections from Prof. Bob Mattison

Lafayette can take pride in its first-rate arts program, says Mattison.

Oct 9, 2023

In the media: Apple TV+ announces series based on retired Lafayette history professor’s book

USA Today has reported that Apple TV+ next year will premiere a nine-part World War II series based on Donald L. Miller’s 2006 book Masters of the Air:…

Oct 6, 2023

Lafayette increases no-loan threshold to $200,000

Lafayette College announced today that it is taking another step to improve access to its education for low-income and middle-class families.

Oct 5, 2023

In the media: Acopian family business featured in article about NASA’s Artemis program

Lehighvalleynews.com featured Acopian Technical Co., an electronic power supplies business with deep ties to Lafayette College, in a series of articles…

Oct 5, 2023

McCartney North to become Tator North

Thanks to generous commitment from Kenneth ’63 and Maureen Tator, residences at 211 McCartney St. will be known as Tator North.

Oct 4, 2023

New spaces around campus

As students returned for the fall 2023 semester, several recently completed construction projects were ready to greet them.

Oct 4, 2023

Home on the Hill

Crisp weather and early fall foliage provided the perfect backdrop for alumni and students to celebrate Homecoming 2023.

Oct 4, 2023

Celebrating Volunteers

The Alumni Association held its annual Volunteer Awards Sept. 30 to recognize volunteers for their time and philanthropic support to the College.