The first issue of Lehigh’s student newspaper was published on January 16, 1894.

"In response to a general feeling that has existed for some time that Lehigh could support and really should have a publication appearing at least twice a week, if not daily, The Brown and White, in its initial number, now greets you,” read the greeting on the first page.

Today—121 years later—the student-run newspaper still provides “All the Lehigh News First,” appearing in print twice a week and on an active and independent website.

Early editions, for which students paid a $2 yearly subscription fee, were set by hand and printed by the South Bethlehem Star. New technology has since changed the look and production of The Brown and White, but the spirit of the newspaper remains the same.