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A twist on the classic changing-majors story

November 6, 2014 Nikhita Luthra 1 Comment helen wang, Humans of Swarthmore, volunteering

Just a few months ago, Helen Wang ’17 was amongst the brave souls who dared to take organic chemistry. As

October 23, 2014 Nikhita Luthra 0 Comment computer science, women

Interviewing Swatties after breaks is always fascinating because I hear about all the exciting, diverse ways they spend their time.

The spirit of the liberal arts rests upon the integration of various disciplines. For Steve Sekula ’17, this spirit permeates

April 24, 2014 Nikhita Luthra 0 Comment Corinne Candillis, overwork, stress, varsity, wellness

Swarthmore students love to be too busy. After all, many of us were accepted here by being manic overachievers in

Kaitlyn Ramirez’s story is more than just narrative, it’s a call to action. Today, she proudly discussed her history with

Kimaya Diggs ’15 must be one of the most creative people at Swarthmore. Studying creative writing and music, she commits

February 20, 2014 Nikhita Luthra 0 Comment Ariel, chiara kruger, film, Photography, youtube

This week, I sat down with somebody whose coolness had a magnetic pull for me. Entering Chiara Kruger’s room, I

February 13, 2014 Nikhita Luthra 0 Comment adventure, california, nikitha luthra, road trip, travel

Yikai Wang ’16, from Hangzhou, China, went couchsurfing in California over winter break. Wang’s expedition took him through Los Angeles,

January 23, 2014 Nikhita Luthra 2 Comments OCD, stereotypes

When I used to ask him about what he was like in high school, Vincent* always vaguely answered, “I was

October 24, 2013 Nithya Swaminathan finance, paces

Earlier this week, I walked into a busy, bustling Paces Café to chat with Sinan Kazaklar ’14. Sitting at a