WSRN Weekly Schedule 09/24/25
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Independent Newspaper of Swarthmore College Since 1881
During Attacks on Higher Education, Swarthmore Remains Financially Strong
Swarthmore College remains financially stable despite facing a series of challenges.
Swarthmore Should Prove It’s Worthy of Tax-Exempt Status
The Editorial Board argues that the college should use its newfound financial flexibility to embrace an expansive vision of social responsibility.
Transfer of Information Systems and the Future of Cygnet
The future of Cygnet is uncertain as Swarthmore undertakes the largest information technology project in the college's history.
SEPTA Funding Saga Ends With Solutions Only for the Short-Term
On Sept. 8, Governor Josh Shapiro’s (D-PA) administration allowed the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) to use $394 million from a state trust fund designated for long-term public transportation maintenance. The money represents a one-time infusion that will enable the agency to
Lead Contamination Delays Kohlberg’s Reopening
A welder working in Kohlberg tested their clothes for lead. One positive led to another, and now the reopening is delayed.
Weekly Column: Swat Says
In this edition of Swat Says, students reflect on their summer excursions, react to the recent drama surrounding SEPTA cuts, and share bizarre stories about former teachers.
Queeries: It’s Only Life After All
Queer & Music? A new column on the fire combo. This time, we focus on the Indigo Girl.
Artist of the Week Annie Lu ’26: A Literary and Musical Expedition
Words come to life under Che's pen, and her music offers you a breath of fresh air - AOTW Annie Lu'26
Charlie Kirk and the Incoherence of Political Violence
Erin Picken '27 criticizes the public discourse surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination, including attempts to rationalize fundamentally incoherent political violence.