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It’s Time for the College to Listen

It is not hyperbole to say that these are historic times. We are in the midst of the largest student protest movement since the Vietnam War. Institutions such as Swarthmore will be remembered for their actions in moments like these. We, therefore,

April 25, 2024

Editorials·Opinion

A Call for an Open Forum

It is a challenging time to be a student at Swarthmore. The campus community is facing several changes that have made student life unlike previous years. The Two Zero By Thirty-Five (20X35) initiative and other construction projects have upended the college, completely

March 21, 2024

Editorials·Opinion

Swarthmore Must Protect the Right to Protest

On campus, the right to protest is being threatened; this right must be protected, not questioned. On Friday, Dec. 1, the Swarthmore Board of Managers held a dinner at the Lang Center for Civic and Social Engagement. As the dinner started, students

December 7, 2023

Editorials·Opinion

Pub Safe vs Pub Nite: Reconsidering Party Policing at Swarthmore

A typical feature of a night out at Swarthmore is the fearful invocation of “Pub Safe,” the common name for the college’s Public Safety department. One would think this would be to ask for emergency help with an intoxicated friend or safety

November 9, 2023

Editorials·Opinion

We Must Respect Our Public Spaces

It is almost a common occurrence to get an email from your resident assistant or area coordinator requesting residents to help maintain a healthy and clean living environment. It is so common that one would think the requests would stick. One would

November 2, 2023

Editorials·Opinion

Swarthmore Must Protect Student Health and Safety in Residence Halls Amid Hazardous Temperatures

As Swarthmore students returned to campus this past week for the start of classes, they were greeted by temperatures reaching as high as 96 degrees and RealFeel temperatures peaking at 104 degrees, according to Accuweather. To advise residents of the dangerous temperatures,

September 7, 2023

Opinion

Semester in Review

The Phoenix has undergone both significant change and progress this semester, demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of budget cuts and staff transitions. We’ve emerged from these challenges with a stronger web presence, a collaborative and closely-knit team of writers and editorial

April 20, 2023

Editorials·Opinion

Building Community and Connecting with our Neighbors

Now, more than ever, is an important time for journalism: it is time to build up our communities and connect with those we might not otherwise – to learn from others’ experiences, listen to people’s stories, and share them throughout our circles.

April 6, 2023

Editorials·Opinion

Swarthmore’s Affinity and Religious Groups Deserve More Financial Support

Affinity and religious groups at Swarthmore, like all student-led groups, receive funding through the Student Budgeting Committee (SBC). However, due to funding issues, student groups have had no choice but to comply with severe budget cuts and limit spending for club activities.

March 2, 2023

Editorials·Opinion

Let There Be Light: It’s Time for Increased Outdoor Lighting on Campus

Swarthmore’s campus is beautiful. It’s full of scenic paths, fields, and historic buildings. However, it’s entirely too dark at night. In Public Safety’s Survey Summary Report for Fall 2022, “lighting on walkways” was the number one safety issue, with the highest percentage

February 23, 2023

The Editorial Board

It’s Time for the College to Listen

A Call for an Open Forum

Swarthmore Must Protect the Right to Protest

Pub Safe vs Pub Nite: Reconsidering Party Policing at Swarthmore

We Must Respect Our Public Spaces

Swarthmore Must Protect Student Health and Safety in Residence Halls Amid Hazardous Temperatures

Semester in Review

Building Community and Connecting with our Neighbors

Swarthmore’s Affinity and Religious Groups Deserve More Financial Support

Let There Be Light: It’s Time for Increased Outdoor Lighting on Campus

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