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Jasmine Jay ’14 Receives Prestigious Writers Institute Scholarship
By Shehtaz Huq ’14 Among approximately 400 applications received, English major Jasmine Jay ’14 (Allentown, Pa.) is one of 50 students nationwide to be invited to the prestigious NY State Summer Writers Institute. Jay, a recipient of the institute’s merit scholarship that aims at promoting access and diversity, will spend four weeks over the summer [...]
Photo Gallery: Dance Company Presents Spring Recital
Earlier this semester, Lafayette Dance Company held its 8th annual Spring Recital. The performance included various styles of dance including modern, ballet, tap, and contemporary. View and share more images of the recital on Flickr
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178th Commencement in Photos
Lafayette celebrated its 178th Commencement May 25. View images of the ceremony and celebrations. Read more Commencement coverage View more images of the ceremony on Flickr Commencement Ceremony Celebration Photos View more celebration images on Flickr
Videos: Scenes from Commencement
Lafayette celebrated its 178th Commencement May 25. Watch the ceremony in its entirety and a video montage of scenes from throughout the day. Read more Commencement coverage Commencement Montage Commencement Video
President Daniel H. Weiss Says Farewell to Class of 2013
President Daniel H. Weiss presented his farewell remarks to graduating seniors at the 178th Commencement. His speech is below. Read more Commencement coverage As you come to the end of your college careers (which is going to happen in about five minutes), it is understandable—and even wise—that you would want to reflect on the meaning [...]
Photo Gallery: 178th Baccalaureate Service
Rev. Alexandra Hendrickson, College chaplain and director of religious and spiritual life, delivered the sermon at this morning’s Baccalaureate service for the 178th Commencement. View more images of Baccalaureate on Flickr View more Commencement coverage
Political Commentator Anne-Marie Slaughter Speaks at 178th Commencement
Lafayette granted 589 degrees to 566 graduating seniors and honorary doctorates to five distinguished leaders, including Anne-Marie Slaughter, one of the nation’s most influential commentators on international relations and global issues, today at the College’s 178th Commencement. Watch the video of Commencement View Commencement photos View photos from Baccalaureate President Daniel H. Weiss, who is [...]
Five Distinguished Leaders Receive Honorary Degrees at 178th Commencement
Five distinguished leaders received honorary degrees at the 178th Commencement. Read more Commencement coverage President Daniel H. Weiss conferred them upon Commencement speaker Anne-Marie Slaughter, one of the nation’s most influential commentators on international relations and global issues; British author Martin Amis; Joseph T. Cox ’68, headmaster of The Haverford School; and Robert A. Pastor [...]
Watch 178th Commencement Live
Lafayette’s 178th Commencement can be viewed live starting 2:15 p.m. today. Check back later this evening for complete coverage including videos, photo galleries, and an article. Also, follow the ceremony on Twitter via @lafcol or hashtag #lafcolgrad. Watch the live stream Learn all about Commencement
Faculty and Staff Saluted for Distinguished Teaching, Scholarship, and Service at Annual Awards Banquet
Outstanding professors and other members of the Lafayette community were honored tonight for distinguished teaching, scholarly research, and service to the College at the annual pre-Commencement awards dinner. Read more Commencement coverage President Daniel H. Weiss, Wendy L. Hill, provost and dean of the faculty, and Edward W. Ahart ’69, chair of the Board of [...]
Hugh Harris Recognized for Many Years of Service
Hugh Harris, who is retiring as director of public safety, was recognized at Lafayette’s annual pre-Commencement reception, dinner, and awards ceremony. Read his citation below. Hugh Harris Honored by City of Easton HUGH W. HARRIS You were appointed public safety director 31 years ago this month and immediately had an impact on the quality of [...]
Easton Honors Director of Public Safety Hugh Harris
Easton’s City Council, Police Department, Fire Department, and Emergency Squad honored Hugh Harris, the College’s retiring director of public safety, for service to the city and the College. At its meeting May 8, members of City Council praised Harris’ professionalism, collegiality, and effectiveness, as did Mayor Sal Panto, City Administrator Glenn Steckman, and Police Chief [...]
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