March 2026

News

A History of Welcome and Withdrawal at Swarthmore’s Presidential Home

Archival research and oral histories reveal the evolution of the Swarthmore president's house from 1879 to 2026.

March 26, 2026

Editorials·Opinion

How Val Smith Should Spend the Rest of Her Presidency

The Phoenix's Editorial Board encourages Pres. Val Smith to spend her remaining time on campus fostering communication between administration and the rest of the school.

March 26, 2026

News

7.4% of Applicants Admitted to College for Second Year in a Row

Swarthmore College announces its Class of 2030 admissions results, showing the lowest number of first-generation students admitted in years.

March 26, 2026

Opinion

Statement from ENLACE on Surveillance, Discipline, and Institutional Power at Swarthmore

Clara Ximena Villalba ’26, writing on behalf of Swarthmore’s ENLACE, criticizes the college’s recent surveillance and disciplinary actions against student protestors.

March 26, 2026

News

Board Approves 5.75% Tuition Increase for 2026-27 Academic Year, Aid Packages To Absorb Increase

Swarthmore College increases its tuition by 5.75% and total student charges by 6.2% for 2026-27 academic year compared to the previous school year.

March 26, 2026

News

College Withdraws Proposed Amendment for Cunningham Fields Development Plan

The college withdraws its previously proposed text amendment to the Institutional-B zoning regulations for Cunningham Fields.

March 26, 2026

Arts

‘Bartók’s Monster’ Review: Music’s Relationship with the Abstract

A review of Pig Iron Theatre Company's performance of "Bartók’s Monster."

March 26, 2026

Interviews·News

The Phoenix in Conversation with New Media Mayor Joi Washington

Media Mayor Joi Washington speaks on her journey to office, her experiences in the role, and her hopes for the future.

March 26, 2026

News

Political Science Department Adopts Grade Policy for Introductory Courses

A new policy in the political science department aims to combat grade inflation

March 26, 2026

News

Dr. Sophia Rodrieguez on Undocumented Students and Education Reform

Sophia Rodriguez delivers a lecture on her sociological research on immigrant students in K-12 schools

March 26, 2026

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