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Wystan Carswell ’10 Researches Wind Turbine Energy at Norwegian Geotechnical Institute
By Andrew Clark Studying wind energy was simply addictive for Wystan Carswell ’10. She was captivated by the topic while pursuing a master’s degree in structural engineering at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. It’s now the focus of her doctoral work at UMass Amherst and her research post at Norwegian Geotechnical Institute, Oslo. “The ultimate goal of [...]
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 [...]
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 Receiving honorary degrees were British author [...]
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 [...]
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