Cirque Calder: Past and Future Present
A reflection on Alexander Calder's "Cirque Calder."
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Weekly Column: Swat Says
In this edition of Swat Says, students share their on Swarthmore's party culture, Val Smith's recent announcement, and the renaming of Trotter Hall.
Corinne’s Connections Puzzle: Symposium, Sort-Of
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Artist of the Week William Gomez ’27: Mountains From the Window
Painter William Gomez ’27 reflects on his artistic inspirations and processes.
Athlete of the Week: Jack McHenry ’27
Lacrosse player Jack McHenry '27 shares about his goals, routines, and experiences as a student-athlete at Swarthmore.
The Best 60 Days of Sports?
Charlie Watson '27 discusses exciting athletic events taking place in February and March.
Longtime Dining Staff Member Severely Injured, Hospitalized After Dishwasher Accident
The Phoenix reports on a devastating incident in which a Dining and Community Commons industrial dishwasher left a worker that was attending to it hospitalized with severe injuries.
The Rise, Fall, and Tentative Rebirth of Philadelphia’s ‘President’s House’ Memorial
News Editor Zephyr Weinreich '28 traces the history of America's first 'White House' through more than 200 years of turmoil and transformation.
Swarthmore Endowment Sees 9.5% Return in 2024-25 Fiscal Year
The college's endowment enjoyed stronger returns in 2024-25 than in the years before it. Chief Investment Officer Frank Grunseich contextualizes the numbers.