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The Heartbeat of Campus Community: Clayton University Center at Packer Hall Encourages Collaboration and Connection

The recently renovated Clayton University Center at Packer Hall, now open 24 hours, continues to foster community and collaboration through a variety of fresh spaces for studying, dining and socializing.


Community and Global Health Majors Research Cobalt Mining, Permaculture and Attend Model World Health Organization Conference

Julie Wright ’25 M’26 and Rhema Hooper ’26 built a friendship and a record of impact through community and global health research, advocacy and community.


Lehigh Launches Venture Studio, Turning Research Discoveries Into Real-World Businesses

A new initiative expands the Venture Creation pathway connecting research, entrepreneurship and experiential learning to turn university innovations into scalable startups.


Lehigh University Opens First Public Trail in Forest Park

Unlocking recreation for community and campus, the initiative is part of Lehigh’s 2025 campus master plan.


Government Intervention in the Supply Chain Concerns Experts

Cybersecurity and Data Risk remains high in Lehigh Business Supply Chain Risk Management Index


How Lehigh Researcher Michelle Spicer ’12 M’14 Uses Epiphytes to Study Climate Change

From Lehigh’s campus to tropical rainforests, Spicer studies canopy plants to understand how forest ecosystems adapt in a warming climate.


Lehigh Business in Top 100 for Research

Faculty members in the College of Business have had 32 papers in top-tier journals over the past two years.


Remembering Arthur E. Humphrey, Former Lehigh Provost and Biotechnology Pioneer

Humphrey, who valued teaching and leading with vision and purpose, was a prominent figure in chemical engineering and biotechnology where his work shaped biochemical engineering, environmental systems and the communities he served.


‘B Beautiful’ Map Helps Community Improve South Bethlehem

Professor Kate Jackson and a Lehigh Valley Social Impact Fellowship team has created a website to facilitate community partnerships within the city.


Lehigh Announces New Structure for Arts, Libraries and Technology

The new organizational structure is designed to elevate arts engagement, enhance interdisciplinary collaboration, and strengthen the digital infrastructure supporting research, education and innovation.


Mountain Hawks Soaring with Titles in Wrestling, Football and Basketball

Lehigh Athletics is celebrating a landmark year as Audrey Jimenez wins a national championship, men’s basketball returns to March Madness and football earns another Patriot League title.


Former NYSE President Stacey Cunningham ’96 to Address Graduates at Lehigh’s 158th Spring Commencement

Cunningham is a groundbreaking figure in the global capital markets, the first woman to lead the New York Stock Exchange in its more than 200-year history and a proud Lehigh engineer.


Former Congressman Charlie Dent M'93 Named 2026 Graduate Commencement and Doctoral Hooding Ceremony Speaker

Dent, who served seven terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, will speak at the May 16 ceremony.


James R. Maida ’85 Appointed Chair of Lehigh’s Board of Trustees

Second-generation alumnus and global entrepreneur succeeds Vincent Forlenza ’75


Racism Has No Place: A Message from President Helble

The following was sent to members of the Lehigh community.


Iacocca Institute Name Updated

The new name, Lee Iacocca Institute for Global Leadership, reflects the Institute’s evolving mission.


Lehigh Report Explores Data Center Power Solutions

At the national scale, the percentage of electricity used by data centers is expected to grow from 4% to possibly 12% by 2030, according to a new report from Lehigh’s Center for Advancing Community and Electrification Solutions (ACES).


Lehigh Announces Tuition for 2026-27 Academic Year

Undergraduate tuition will increase 3.9% next year.


Interdisciplinary Research Initiative Uses Assistive Technology to Support Students with Developmental Disabilities

The Center for Community-Driven Assistive Technology is bringing together a diverse team of experts to approach the transition gap in individuals with disabilities, reinforcing self-management skills and building a roadmap of assistive technology use.


Arthur C. Tauck Jr. ’53 P’79, Travel Industry Innovator and Philanthropist, Has Died at Age 94

Tauck was known for his successful 75-year career in the travel industry, philanthropy and generosity to Lehigh.