Shinz Jo Ooi, Author at The Phoenix

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Professor Rich Wicentowski on the Intersection of Computers, Text and Language

Richard Wicentowski, more commonly known as Rich, is a computer science professor. He introduces many students, including myself, to computer science. He shared insights on how he integrates text and computing systems in his work and courses. Shinz Jo Ooi: What inspired

December 5, 2024

Features

Professor Benjamin Zinszer on Finding Clarity and Meaning through Uncommon Routes

Benjamin Zinszer is currently a visiting assistant professor in the department of psychology and director of the CONE LAB (Cognitive Neuroscience of Language and Bilingualism). Before the interview, Zinszer reminisced on his time working with the campus newspaper during his college years,

November 21, 2024

Arts

The Phoenix in Conversation with Eitetsu Hayashi, Japanese Taiko Drum Legend

Interview conducted with Handuo Sun, Interpreted by Dance Department Chair Joe Small ’05 with assistance from Reishiro Kawakami ’26 Eitetsu Hayashi is a pioneering taiko artist renowned for revolutionizing the traditional art form of taiko and bringing Japanese drumming to a global

October 10, 2024

Arts

Beyond Boundaries: The Fluidity of Woodland Art

Curated by Visiting Assistant Professor of Art History and Environmental Studies Christopher Green, the List Gallery is showcasing “The sky loves to hear me sing: Woodland art in Transmotion.” The exhibition features artists Norval Morrisseau, Andrea Carlson, Alan Michelson, and Native Art

October 3, 2024

Arts

Poetry Corner: Featuring Elijah Nepomuceno ’28 and Megumi Jindo ’28

Elijah Nepomuceno ’28 is a first year student from Philadelphia. Elijah is a prospective double major in philosophy and political science. Elijah loves to write (and sometimes perform) poetry and satire through which concepts of identity, absurdity, and community are explored. Dream

September 19, 2024

Features·News

The Phoenix In Conversation with Professor Donna Jo Napoli

Donna Jo Napoli is a professor of linguistics and social justice. She is also appointed as the Maurice Eldridge Faculty Fellow. Shinz Jo Ooi: What inspired you to go into linguistics in the first place? Donna Jo Napoli: It was an accident.

April 25, 2024

News

Admitted Students ‘Swatstruck’ by Swatlight

On April 11 and 12, Swarthmore College hosted its first round of Swatlight and Swatstruck: programs allowing admitted students to explore the college and experience its community through visiting classes, eating a meal in the dining hall, and hearing from faculty, staff

April 18, 2024

News

Administration Considers Discontinuing Essie’s Meal Swipes

Recently, Swarthmore Dining operations have undergone significant changes, including the opening of the new Dining Center in Fall 2022. The Dining Center expanded food options and improved facilities. Sharples, the former dining hall, was relaunched as a new student center, Sharples Commons,

March 21, 2024

News

Community Reacts to New Sharples Commons

The second phase of the Dining and Community Commons project, Sharples Commons, opened for student use on Feb. 26. Sharples Commons was first announced back in the fall semester of 2018. At its official opening, the Office of Student Engagement (OSE) organized

March 7, 2024

Highlights·News

“Occasionally Yours” in Borough To Close End of March

After 35 years of operation, Occasionally Yours, a beloved brunch restaurant in the Swarthmore Ville operated by husband and wife Scott and Theresa Richardson, will close on Mar. 24. The business opened on April 1, 1989 as a takeout and catering service,

February 29, 2024

Shinz Jo Ooi

Professor Rich Wicentowski on the Intersection of Computers, Text and Language

Professor Benjamin Zinszer on Finding Clarity and Meaning through Uncommon Routes

The Phoenix in Conversation with Eitetsu Hayashi, Japanese Taiko Drum Legend

Poetry Corner: Featuring Elijah Nepomuceno ’28 and Megumi Jindo ’28

The Phoenix In Conversation with Professor Donna Jo Napoli

Admitted Students ‘Swatstruck’ by Swatlight

Administration Considers Discontinuing Essie’s Meal Swipes

Community Reacts to New Sharples Commons

“Occasionally Yours” in Borough To Close End of March

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