The Inauguration of President Nicole Farmer Hurd
Photo galleries capture the excitement surrounding the installation of Lafayette College's 18th president.
Presidential News
Oct 15, 2021
Inaugural Address
Remarks as prepared for delivery by Nicole Famer Hurd, Ph.D., on her inauguration as the 18th president of Lafayette College, October 1, 2021.
Oct 4, 2021
College Community Welcomes Nicole Farmer Hurd
Alumni, students, faculty, and staff share excitement and enthusiasm for the next chapter in Lafayette's history.
Oct 4, 2021
Nicole Farmer Hurd Installed as 18th President of Lafayette College
Hurd called Lafayette a place where talent is unleashed, potential unlocked, “where we believe we are on a lifelong journey of learning and growing and…
Oct 3, 2021
Inauguration Media Coverage
Local news outlets reported on the installation of Lafayette's President Nicole Farmer Hurd
Sep 22, 2021
Lafayette Prepares for Presidential Inauguration
College is celebrating the installation of Nicole Farmer Hurd as its 18th president with a week of events and activities.
Aug 30, 2021
President Hurd’s Welcome Back Message
President Hurd is joined by actor Daveed Diggs and Eric D. Griggs, M.D. to share excitement for the fall semester.
Aug 11, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Extended to Faculty and Staff
President Hurd shares message with campus community: "As I believe we are stronger together, we also can be safer together."
Jul 28, 2021
Watch: President Hurd Throws First Pitch at IronPigs Game
Cheered on by members of Lafayette community in the stands—plus mascots FeRROUS and FeFe on the field—Nicole Hurd threw the ceremonial first pitch…
May 19, 2021
Meet Lafayette’s Next President
Nicole Hurd, Ph.D., is named the 18th president of Lafayette College
May 12, 2021
Alison Byerly named Carleton College president
Ranked among the nation's top liberal arts colleges, Carleton is located in Northfield, Minn.