Lucy Tobier, Editor-in-Chief
Lucy (she/her) is a senior from Ann Arbor, MI, double majoring in English and Economics. She reports on labor, education, transportation, and local politics, and has previously worked for the Chestnut Hill Local and the Nation. She’s a Dunkin and SEPTA advocate, and spends her free time mapping Philly’s best coffee shops.
Daniel Perrin, Managing Editor
Daniel (he/him) is a junior who grew up in Chapel Hill, NC, before moving to Baltimore, MD. He is an honors economics, history, and English literature student passionate about local politics, architecture, and college basketball, among other things. When not writing or reading, he’s probably playing ping pong or riding the SEPTA with friends.
Ella Walker, News Editor
Ella (she/her) is a sophomore from Lewes, DE, studying English literature and Psychology. Outside of The Phoenix, she dabbles in music and photography. Most of all, she loves to write.
Eleanor Xu, News Editor
Eleanor (she/her) is a sophomore from Beijing, China, planning to major in philosophy. In her free time, she enjoys knitting, listening to podcasts, and falling asleep to random YouTube gaming videos. Some of her favorite things include late-night tea from McCabe, Chinese classical poetry, and squirrels.
Rafi Karpowitz, Opinions Editor
Rafi (he/him) is a junior who grew up in Hudson, NY and St. Paul, Minnesota and recently moved to Philadelphia. He is an honors history major and French minor. He spends his time outside of the Phoenix playing piano, talking politics, and managing the cognitive dissonance of being an avid fan of both the Mets and the Eagles.
Erin Picken, Opinions Editor
Erin Picken (she/her) is a junior from Pendleton, Oregon studying Medical Anthropology and Computer Science. This is her fourth semester on the editorial board. Beyond The Phoenix, she is involved with student government (SGO) and Swat Health Humanities. She will never turn down the chance to go sailing, watch a good movie, or go thrifting.
Corinne Lafont, Arts Editor
Corinne (she/her) is a senior honors English Literature major from Long Island, New York. You might know her as the Kitao Kittens emailer, former Pitt RA, performative male contest host, or “post office princess.” Secretly, Corinne loves Clash of Clans and wants someone to teach her Clash Royale.
Jessica Qin, Arts Editor
Yijia (Jessica) Qin is a sophomore from Shanghai, China. While she’s considering majoring in Theater, Jessica’s interests extend to all forms of art—architecture, music, film, and visual arts. She also has a deep love for storytelling through journalism and enjoys reading and learning from the amazing articles her peers create! Some of her favorite artists include Olivia Dean, Shania Twain, and Eva Noblezada.
Katie Kerman, Sports Editor
Katie (she/her) is a Senior from Durham, NC. She is an Honors Peace and Conflict Studies major and Political Science double-major. Katie is involved with varsity athletics, Student Government, and working as a tour guide and Senior Admissions Fellow. She is an RA, an editor of the Tri-Co Law Review, a certified personal trainer, and is involved with Jewish Life. Katie is an avid reader and runner, shout-out Corinne.
Aimee Lee, Sports Editor
Aimee Lee (she/her) is a sophomore from Montgomery, New Jersey. A prospective political science and economics double major, she hopes to continue her interests in American politics and business throughout her time at Swarthmore and beyond. She is a member of the women’s soccer team, and loves to spend time in the Matchbox.
Megumi Jindo, Features Editor
Megumi Jindo (she/her) is a sophomore from New York intending to either double major in Peace and Conflict Studies with either Philosophy or English. Outside of The Phoenix, Megumi enjoys taking pictures of life, writing poetry, and listening to music while taking walks.
James Shelton, Photo Editor
James is a sophomore from Wheaton, MD. He’s currently planning a double major in film and media studies and theater. When he’s not out taking photos for The Phoenix, you can find him acting in Three Penny Opera, playing bass in his band Arrogance, blasting punk rock in his room, or cracking jokes with his friends.
Maya Levine, Co-Chief Copy
Maya (she/her) is a senior honors double major in economics and political science. She is (proudly) from Wilmington, Delaware. When not copy editing, Maya enjoys reading nonfiction and listening to Fiona Apple.
Sarah Cymrot, Co-Chief Copy
Sarah (she/her) is a junior from Washington, DC, majoring in English literature and medical anthropology. Outside of the Phoenix, you can find her desperately trying to avoid doomscrolling by obsessing about the medical humanities.
Ellen Stewart, Social Media
Ellen (she/her) is an honors psychology major and honors English literature minor from Winchester, MA. Outside of The Phoenix, you can find her working for the SOAR lab, running along the Schuylkill, and showing people pictures of her dogs.
Ivy Lin, Layout Editor
Ivy (she/her) is a sophomore studying Economics and Fine Arts with a concentration in painting. She is from Queens, NYC. Her hobbies include painting and listening to true crime podcasts.
Melanie Zelle, Editor Emerita