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Past Presidents: David Fraser

With Al Bloom heading off to NYU Abu Dhabi after the current crop of seniors graduates, the Daily Gazette spoke to his two predecessors about their experiences at and after Swarthmore. The last three presidents have all gone on from Swarthmore to
January 22, 2009

Past Presidents: Dorie Friend

With Al Bloom heading off to NYU Abu Dhabi after the current crop of seniors graduates, the Daily Gazette spoke to his two predecessors about their experiences at and after Swarthmore. The last three presidents have all gone on from Swarthmore to
January 20, 2009

Night of Scenes Showcases New Talent

This week, Swarthmore's Frear Ensemble Theater staged the theater department's Directing I Night of scenes, a collaboration between student directors, actors, and designers to showcase talents both new and familiar. The three plays were Ara Watson's "Final Placement," directed by Dan Hodson
December 12, 2008

Liu ’09 illuminates Hamada’s “Vocabulary”

Yesterday in the List Gallery, Yuan Liu ’09 presented her talk on featured artist, Hiroyuki Hamada. Liu’s presentation, “Delving into the Universal Language of Hiroyuki Hamada’s Art” provided insight into Hamada’s process, ideals, and influences.
December 12, 2008

Vinegar Tom, in Pictures

This weekend, Senior Company is presenting Caryl Churchill’s “Vinegar Tom,” which combines a historical drama of a 17th century witch-hunt with modern issues and energizing modern musical vignettes. "Vinegar Tom” struck the group as an outstanding pick since it was written in
December 8, 2008

Behind the Scenes: Chef Ben

Benton Peak, better and more affectionately known as Chef Ben, has been providing Swarthmore students with meals for five years. The Daily Gazette sat down with Chef Ben to find out more about the man behind Caribbean bar.
December 8, 2008

Behind the Scenes: Demystifing Donny

Don Thomas, better known as Donny, is a familiar face behind the grill at Sharples. The Daily Gazette sat down with this father of three and grandfather of three to discuss his past, and his unique perspectives on Swarthmore and on life
December 8, 2008
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