April 1, 2020

Lafayette Today – April 1

Announcements

Answers to frequently asked questions

More information has been added to the FAQs on covid19.lafayette.edu, now organized into Teaching, Learning, and Working at Lafayette. Recent additions cover topics such as employment issues, pass/fail grading, and limits on sharing online course materials and discussions.

Aaron O. Hoff Awards

Nominations are sought for the 30th edition of the annual Aaron O. Hoff Awards, which honor their namesake’s strength of character and efforts to build community. The awards highlight the achievements of students, employees, student organizations, and programs for their inspiration, contributions, and leadership in the Lafayette community. Review the award descriptions and consider submitting a nomination.

Virtual Events

Big Idea Pitch Competition

Information sessions will be held via Zoom at 10 a.m. today and 1:30 p.m. tomorrow for the Dyer Center’s Big Idea Pitch Competition. Videos, training websites, and other resources will help teams to develop ideas and prepare their virtual pitches. Registration closes at midnight Tuesday, April 7.

Magic show

Magician Peter Boie will perform in a private, interactive live stream hosted by Lafayette Activities Forum at 8:30 p.m. Friday. A Q&A session and instruction on how to perform magic will be included. Register using OurCampus.

Hosting a virtual event?

Please post virtual events on the College calendar, and we’ll help spread the word.

Lafayette News

Helping students

The College has helped students get home and is collecting donations to support those still living on campus.

The high cost of childhood obesity

It’s even worse than previously thought, as research by Prof. Adam Biener and colleagues reveals.

COVID-19 Resources

Be well and stay safe.