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About · Lafayette College Inspired by the desire to honor Marquis de Lafayette and his service to the cause of freedom during the American Revolution, Lafayette College was chartered in 1826 and established with an unwavering tradition of academic excellence and community spirit that has flourished for nearly 200 years
Virtual Tours - Admissions · Admissions · Lafayette College Inspired by the desire to honor Marquis de Lafayette and his service to the cause of freedom during the American Revolution, Lafayette College was chartered in 1826 and established with an unwavering tradition of academic excellence and community spirit that has flourished for nearly 200 years
Marquis de Lafayette Prints Collection Prints of this series are dated ca 1830, and several are of German or Dutch origin They display Lafayette in civilian dress with an overcoat that is usually buttoned and a white collar and neck-band with a bow or sometimes a ruffle or jabot
Engineering · Lafayette College Rated as one of the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs by U S News and World Report, engineering at Lafayette not only provides an outstanding technical education, but also prepares students with the ability to think creatively, imagine broadly, communicate effectively and influence change
Visit Opportunities - WELCOME CLASS OF 2030 Please join us as we celebrate YOU while offering an in-depth look at Lafayette College! This full-day event begins with a welcome session with the President of the College
Admissions · Lafayette College Cur Non is our rally cry The motto for the Marquis de Lafayette, Cur Non means Why Not We challenge our students to move beyond the familiar We dare them to use their intellect, energy, and talent to impact the world Cur Non means anything is possible at Lafayette