Interviews

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Erich Geiger on His New Vision for Swarthmore Dining

New Executive Director of Dining Erich Geiger discusses increasing dining hall quality and building community.

September 17, 2026

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The Phoenix in Conversation with Former Ambassador David L. Cohen ’77

Former Ambassador David L. Cohen ’77 discusses his time in office, the United States’ relationship with Canada, and the liberal arts.

September 17, 2026

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Val Smith Sits Down for Spring Interview with The Phoenix

President Val Smith reflects on her presidency, her goals for the rest of her time on campus, and changes at Swarthmore and across higher education.

April 30, 2026

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The Phoenix in Conversation with Robert Putnam ’63

Robert Putnam '63 charts his evolution from aspiring engineer to political scientist to grandfather.

April 30, 2026

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The Phoenix in Conversation with Lenape Leader, Artisan, Educator, and Activist Denise Bright Dove Ashton-Dunkley

Denise Bright Dove Ashton-Dunkley speaks on the intersection of art, activism, and Lenape tradition.

April 23, 2026

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The Phoenix In Conversation With SGO President- and VP-Elect

The new SGO president- and vice president-elect share their vision and goals for their term, addressing free speech restrictions, a retroactive pass/fail option, and more.

April 16, 2026

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The Phoenix in Conversation with U.S. Representative Mary Gay Scanlon (D – PA05)

Swarthmore's representative in Congress, Mary Gay Scanlon, discusses the politics of higher education, legislating under Trump, and this political moment.

April 16, 2026

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The Phoenix in Conversation with Sociologist Arlie Russell Hochschild ’62 H’93

Sociologist Arlie Russell Hochschild discusses the role emotions played among Trump supporters and how understanding them helps us move forward.

April 9, 2026

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The Phoenix in Conversation with Prof. Daniel Laurison on Political Disconnection

Prof. Daniel Laurison talks about his research on political disconnection among working-class people and shares his insights on election, political (non)participation, and democracy.

April 2, 2026