May 26, 2011
Medical Pioneer Gerald Bodey ’56 Played Role in Battle Against Cancer
By Kate Helm In the 1960s, Gerald P. Bodey ’56 almost became a medical missionary. At that time the draft was still in place for doctors, so his physician…
News and Features
May 25, 2011
President Daniel Weiss’ Farewell Remarks to the Class of 2011
President Daniel H. Weiss presented his farewell remarks to graduating seniors at the 176th Commencement.
May 24, 2011
Mikhail Gorbachev, Former Soviet President, Will Speak at Celebration for New Oechsle Center for Global Education
Mikhail Gorbachev, the leader of the Soviet Union who ended Communist rule in Eastern Europe and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, will deliver a major…
May 24, 2011
Matthew Hyde Appointed Director of Admissions
Matthew Hyde, associate director of admissions at Tufts University, has been appointed director of admissions at Lafayette. “I am pleased that Matt Hyde…
May 23, 2011
Bob VanBlargan Receives Merit Award at International SunGuard Summit
Bob VanBlargan, manager of advancement information systems, received the Merit Award for Commons Community Leadership and Impact at the annual SunGuard…
May 22, 2011
Videos of 176th Commencement
Lafayette celebrated its 176th Commencement May 21. Watch videos of the speeches and scenes from throughout the day. TV Journalist Gwen Ifill Speaks at…
May 21, 2011
Photo Galleries of 176th Commencement
Lafayette celebrated its 176th Commencement May 21. View images of the ceremony, celebrations, and other festivities. Read more Commencement coverage.…
May 21, 2011
Four Distinguished Leaders Receive Honorary Degrees and Ed Alkire ’58 Awarded Lafayette Medal at 176th Commencement
Four distinguished leaders received honorary degrees and former trustee Elbern H. Alkire Jr. ’58 was awarded the Lafayette Medal for Distinguished Service…
May 21, 2011
TV Journalist Gwen Ifill Speaks at 176th Commencement
Lafayette granted 551 degrees to 526 graduating seniors, the Lafayette Medal for Distinguished Service to Elbern H. Alkire Jr. ’58, and honorary doctorates…
May 21, 2011
Sermon of College Chaplain John Colatch at 176th Baccalaureate Service
John Colatch, College chaplain and director of religious life, delivered the sermon at this morning’s Baccalaureate service on the 176th Commencement…