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McCabe renovations in its initial planning stages

Last semester, the Library Committee began preparing for a series of changes to the college libraries. Headed by College Librarian Peggy Seiden, the committee took on a more ambitious role than in years past, inviting representatives from the dean’s office, Information Technology
January 22, 2015

Alcohol-related hospitalizations, calls decrease

Over the course of the last semester, changes made to the college’s alcohol and other drugs policy have noticeably affected campus life at Swarthmore, particularly as it concerns the party scene and the number of alcohol-related incidents. Introduced in August 2014, the
January 22, 2015

Presidential Search Committee begins candidate interviews

Last Thursday, the Presidential Search Committee sent an email to students and faculty with an update on the search for the college’s next president. The new president will permanently replace former President Rebecca Chopp, who accepted an offer to be the new
January 22, 2015

Sustainability efforts on par with peer schools

In recent years, Swarthmore administrators and students alike have paid significant attention to green initiatives. Various task forces have discussed environmental commitments and long-term plans, and student discussions, activist groups and protests have been organized to spark reform. All in all, the
January 22, 2015

Sexual assault prevention, education revamped

Five months after the Task Force on Sexual Misconduct released its findings and suggestions, and one year after Margolis Healy and Associates did the same, the college continues to work to address recommendations made by both groups regarding consent and sexual assault
January 22, 2015
September, Swatter

The Swatter: January 12 – 15

Editor’s note: This article was initially published in The Daily Gazette, Swarthmore’s online, daily newspaper founded in Fall 1996. As of Fall 2018, the DG has merged with The Phoenix. See the about page to read more about the DG. Vehicle Incident
January 21, 2015

MLK Day Lectures Focuses on “Speaking In”

Editor’s note: This article was initially published in The Daily Gazette, Swarthmore’s online, daily newspaper founded in Fall 1996. As of Fall 2018, the DG has merged with The Phoenix. See the about page to read more about the DG. Nearly 100
January 20, 2015
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College to Continue Slow, Steady Growth Pattern

Editor’s note: This article was initially published in The Daily Gazette, Swarthmore’s online, daily newspaper founded in Fall 1996. As of Fall 2018, the DG has merged with The Phoenix. See the about page to read more about the DG. At 1542
January 19, 2015
September, Swatter

The Swatter: December 15 – January 12

Editor’s note: This article was initially published in The Daily Gazette, Swarthmore’s online, daily newspaper founded in Fall 1996. As of Fall 2018, the DG has merged with The Phoenix. See the about page to read more about the DG. Medical Emergency
January 19, 2015
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