Stories about Community

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Bringing His Own Shoes

Jeremy Gibson is Lehigh’s first new head of the athletic department in 36 years. While respecting the past, he’s looking to make his own mark.

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PROFILE: Ajani Banton ’29, Lehigh Men’s Soccer

Fully healthy, the second year defender, who has represented Jamaica and Barbados on the pitch, is excited for his Mountain Hawks debut.

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Regulatory Decision Engine Wins Eighth Annual StartUp Lehigh Valley Pitch Competition

Seven finalists competed for a share of more than $26,000 in prizes

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Ahead of the Game: Leveling Up to Lehigh Life Helps First-Year Students Adapt to College

The immersive video game, Leveling Up to Lehigh Life, is built by Lehigh students for incoming first-years and gamifies the college experience to aid student preparedness, belonging and well-being.

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Scooping Up Smiles: Sara Heintzelman M’11 Has a Mission to Empower Through Education and Entrepreneurship 

Adding to her career in education, Heintzelman opened Get Joy Ice Cream and Coffee, providing employment to those with differing abilities.

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Lehigh Appoints Two New Members to Board of Trustees

Two new members joined the board of trustees and began their terms on July 1.

Robin Hojnoski

Robin Hojnoski Named Dean for Lehigh’s College of Education

Hojnoski most recently served a two-year term as Acting Dean of the College of Education.

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Lehigh Board of Trustees Approves Leadership Updates and Advances Strategic Projects

Leadership updates, reappointments and university projects are shaping Lehigh’s continued momentum and long-term priorities.

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Former Congressman Charlie Dent M'93 Tells Graduates ‘You Can and You Will Make a Difference’

Dent delivered the address at the 2026 Graduate Commencement and Doctoral Hooding Ceremony during Lehigh’s 158th Spring Commencement Weekend.

Students gather at Lehigh's Goodman Stadium for the 158th Commencement ceremony.

Class of 2026: Redefining the Future

Lehigh University saluted the achievements of graduates at its 158th Commencement.