Lafayette was a political prisoner in Austria and Prussia from 1792-97 after fleeing radical revolutionaries in France until Napoleon Bonaparte arranged for his release.

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Lafayette offers over 50 areas of study across four academic divisions: humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering. Students also work with professors to create their own majors. …

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Lafayette takes an interdisciplinary approach to environmental concerns. Student learn environmental fundamentals in a number of departments, then progress through more intensive and specialized …

Why Lafayette Now: I still chose Lafayette because of the amazing friendships I have made and connections I have made with professors. I also feel like Lafayette has fostered an environment that …

The spelling was formalized to Lafayette in 1876 by William Cassidy Cattell, president of Lafayette from 1863-83, based on the spelling used by Lafayette in his own signature.

In preparation for the College’s 200th anniversary, Lafayette has lined up special programming and activities starting with the Bicentennial kick-off during Fall Weekend, Sept. 26-28, 2025, and …

Aug 1, 2025 · After graduating from Lafayette, Hanson continued her family’s legacy by beginning her tenure at Rain Bird Corp., an international manufacturer of irrigation products founded by her …

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