January 2011

StuCo discusses Bike Share, meeting with Dean Braun, Committees and updates on goals.

Olde Club's lineup for this semester ranges across genres, with acts chosen both for their musical explorations of complex issues and their sheer entertainment value. Read about the bands coming this semester and see videos here.

Former English professor Abbe Blum spoke on overcoming procrastination through meditative techniques, and gave a demonstration for the audience.

Over winter break, the College was hard at work making changes. Here’s an overview of the new things Swarthmore students face with the start of the new semester.

Six sophomores were chosen for the Lang Opportunity Scholarship last December. Their proposed projects focus on many topics, including financial security, education, and immigration.

Student Council discussed many issues, including the Bike Share project, the academic support initiative, the new rollover committee, cable TV, the resource guide, and more.

Over winter break, the College mourned the loss of a celebrated professor, activist, and friend. George Moskos, professor of French Language and Literature, passed away on Tuesday, January 4, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking scholarship and a commitment to his students.

A long-running effort to turn a room in Lodge Five in a lounge for Swarthmore’s Jewish community is finally starting to take shape. Josh Sokol ’11, who has helped to spearhead this initiative.