Lafayette College is a private liberal arts college in Easton, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1826 by James Madison Porter and other citizens in Easton, the college first held classes in 1832. The founders voted to name the college after General Lafayette, a hero of the American Revolution.
Established: 1826
President: Nicole Hurd
Motto: Veritas liberabit (Latin) Cur Non? (Latin)
Motto in English: The truth shall set you free. Why Not?
Academic affiliations: NAICU · CIC · LVAIC · Annapolis Group · CLAC · Oberlin Group