Stories about Student Experience

Photograph of Anya Getzfeld and Sameen Mariaca hugging at Getzfeld's outdoor graduation ceremony in 2024 at Goodman Stadium .

Sameen Mariaca ’26 and Anya Getzfeld ’24: Lifelong Friendship, Emerging in Healthcare

What began through a shared pre-health journey at Lehigh that helped Sameen Mariaca ’26 and Anya Getzfeld ’24 navigate setbacks and milestones became a lifelong friendship pursuing bright futures in healthcare.

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How Are Students Using AI at Lehigh?

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) use becomes more widespread, Lehigh students are navigating where, how and when to use it. Two students share how they incorporate generative AI into studying, research and preparing for careers.

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At Mountaintop, Student Film Celebrates Cycling and Community

A screening of “Fifth is First” by Holly Fasching ’26 highlighted Mountaintop as a vibrant destination for experiential learning, recreation and partnership.

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Discover Alumni Stories, University News, Research Updates and More in the Spring 2026 Lehigh Alumni Bulletin

The latest edition of the Bulletin features R1 research momentum at Lehigh, an inside look at the reimagined Clayton University Center at Packer Hall, student and alumni stories and more.

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President Video Message: A Community of Belonging for All

A message sent to members of the Lehigh campus community.

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Future in Focus

A letter from the editor in the Spring 2026 Alumni Bulletin.

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R1 Status Excellence: Meet Research-Focused Faculty, Students and Alumni Driving Lehigh’s Research Momentum Forward

From advancing infectious disease prediction to strategizing AI literacy, members of the Lehigh community are solving challenges and developing innovations that continue to shape our world.

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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.

Julie Wright ’25 M’26 and Rhema Hooper ’26 sit on an orange couch in the Health, Science and Technology building.

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.

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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.