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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

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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).

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Lehigh Announces Tuition for 2026-27 Academic Year

Undergraduate tuition will increase 3.9% next year.

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President Joseph J. Helble: Record Applications, Research Growth and Strengthening Community

Community hears updates on admissions and career outcomes, research, faculty recognition and facilities.

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Pete Buttigieg Speaks About Family, the Future and Finding Common Ground at the 2026 Kenner Lecture

Buttigieg urged audience to imagine “what’s next” for the country during the 2026 Kenner Lecture

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Michael Gould Named Lehigh’s New Chief Investment Officer

Gould most recently served as Lehigh’s Interim Chief Investment Officer and brings extensive experience in investment management.

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President Video Message: Spring Semester Begins, Upcoming Community Conversation

A message sent to members of the Lehigh campus community.