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‘Hundreds’ of Acts of Graffiti Spray-Painted Across Campus, Extensive Cleaning Work Ensues

"Hundreds of acts of vandalism" occurred early morning Friday May 1. The Phoenix captured the before-and-after as a significant cleaning effort rolled out.

May 2, 2026

Interviews·News

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

News·Polling

Spring ’26 Student Body Poll Results

The Phoenix releases the results of its third semesterly survey of the student body on key campus issues, topics, and institutions.

April 30, 2026

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Spring ’26 Faculty Poll Results

The Phoenix releases the results of its second semesterly poll of the faculty on key campus institutions, topics, and questions.

April 30, 2026

Interviews·News

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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Ask The Phoenix: What’s The Status of Current Campus Construction Projects?

Lawns will be back in the following weeks, SEPTA construction continues, and Fieldhouse Lane will be temporarily reduced to a single lane.

April 30, 2026

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College Data Reveals Seven-Fold Increase in Disability Accommodations Since 2011

Swarthmore College and its peer institutions see a significant increase in the percentage of students registered for disabilities and receiving accommodations.

April 30, 2026

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Campus Discussions: How Swarthmore is Thinking About AI

Nina Sablan conveys wide-ranging campus opinions on AI usage.

April 30, 2026

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Generative AI Pervades Higher Education: Here’s How Three Institutions Responded

Zephyr Weinreich joins journalists from Emporia State University and Oberlin College to report on AI usage and policy across institutions.

April 30, 2026

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A Look Inside Swarthmore’s 350+ Camera Surveillance Network

A map of the 350+ accessible CCTV cameras on campus and an investigation into who decides to install them, how they're used, and how Swarthmore's transparency compares to other schools.

April 23, 2026

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