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A Look Inside Swarthmore’s 350+ Camera Surveillance Network

April 23, 2026

News

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.

Swarthmore Borough Passes Sanctuary and Welcoming Resolution

by Xinto Xu

April 23, 2026

Swarthmore Borough adopted a welcoming resolution the week after college student groups

SGO Resolution Urging the Dismissal of Trespassing Charges

Abby GuiseandStudent Government Organization

April 23, 2026

Student Government Organization (SGO) urges the Swarthmore Administration to advocate for the

SEPTA and Swarthmore Borough Begin Discussing Commuter Lot Development

by Lucy Tobier

April 23, 2026

SEPTA, the borough, and the college discuss urban development plan in Swarthmore

‘AI and the Future of Humanity’: Night Owls Discussion with Chloé Bakalar

by Marra Irons

April 23, 2026

OpenAI Chief Ethicist Chloé Bakalar discusses hopes and concerns regarding generative AI

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Ask the Phoenix: Who Decided on the Worthstock Artists?

by Ellen Stewart

April 23, 2026

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

by Kush Kaur

April 23, 2026

Baseball and the Idea of America

by Rafi Karpowitz

April 23, 2026

Old Science Hall Renaming Task Force Unveils Final Steps

by Kush Kaur

April 16, 2026

The committee to rename Old Science Hall approaches the final stages of its work and shares what comes next.

Provost Rich Wicentowski on Overseeing Swarthmore’s Academic Program

by Daniel Perrin

April 16, 2026

Provost Rich Wicentowski talks about his approach to leading Swarthmore's academic programming through strategic planning, faculty interaction, and other college issues.

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

by Ellen Stewart

April 16, 2026

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

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

by Daniel Perrin

April 16, 2026

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

The Iran War in Context: A Conversation with Professor Ahmad Shokr

Beika LyuandZuyuan Zhou

April 16, 2026

History Professor Ahmad Shokr discusses the larger implications of American intervention in the Middle East.

Opinions

The United States Postal Service Is Dying. What Can We Do?

by Sarai Williams

April 23, 2026

Sarai Williams '29 reflects on the severe financial crisis faced by USPS and the impact it will have on many communities.

Meditations on Meditating

by Leon Leveau

April 23, 2026

Leon Leveau '26 discusses how meditation can help you take a step back from the overwhelming and often uncontrollable sequence of thoughts and actions that dominate our daily lives.

Office Hours: Faculty on How Swarthmore Has Changed

Rafi KarpowitzandNasrin Ahmed

April 16, 2026

In this edition of Office Hours, faculty reflect on how they feel Swarthmore has changed during their time at the college.

Arts

Why Can’t We Have Dog Bed Coffins? Inside JACQUELINE NOVAK: 2026 TOUR

by Yijia (Jessica) Qin

April 23, 2026

An review of a stand-up comedy, Jacqueline Novak: 2026 Tour with all new shows!

Looking Beyond Mayfair: A Brief Reflection on Bridgerton Season 4

by Dalton Mwangi

April 23, 2026

A reflection of the merits and flaws of Bridgerton season 4.

Artist of the Week: Maddie Adams-Miller ’26 on Designing Access

by Alissa Lopes

April 23, 2026

Theater designer Maddie Adams-Miller '26 on the importance of physical and cultural access to art.

Sports

Athlete of the Week: Lydia Morris-Kliment ’27

by Aimee Lee

April 23, 2026

Aimee Ross, co-editor of the Sports Section, in conversation with Lydia Morris-Kliment '27, the outstanding thrower from the Swarthmore Track and Field team.

Chicago Cubs Fan Takes on Citizens Bank Park

by Sydney Ross

April 23, 2026

Sydeny Ross, a steadfast Chicago Cubs fan, recounts her experience watching an MLB baseball game at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia and feeling the agony one inevitably feels as a fan-outsider in Philly sports arenas.

Athlete of the Week: Iris Barone ’26

by Katherine Kerman

April 16, 2026

Katie Kerman: Congratulations on your Centennial Athlete of the Week award and becoming the program’s all-time leader in triples and stolen-bases! Can you take us through those moments when you broke two program records and how you and your team celebrated? Iris

Features

The Moonlit Path

by Megumi Jindo

April 23, 2026

Megumi Jindo '28 reflects on her experience at Swarthmore so far and the passing of the baton in her Kizuna, Japanese club.

Hey Mom

by Corinne Lafont

April 16, 2026

Corinne Lafont '26 writes a touching piece about her Mom in honor of Mother's Day.

Bubble Soccer Brawl

by Paris Kampel

April 16, 2026

SAC to host Halloween Party at Sharples

by Michelle Lin

October 27, 2008

This year the Social Activities Committee will host the annual Halloween Party in Sharples on Saturday November 1st. In the past the Halloween Party has been held in the resident dorms of Mary Lyons and in Upper Tarble and Paces, but this

The Green Collar Economy: How One Solution Can Fix Our Two Biggest Problems

by Ben Dair

October 27, 2008

On the evening of Tuesday the 21st of October, I trekked into Philly to hear Van Jones, environmental and economic hero, give an address publicizing his new book about "Green Collar" jobs.

Shuttle Service Extended to Saturday Mornings

by Ramya Gopal

October 27, 2008

SBC extended campus shuttle service to Saturday mornings after receiving after receiving several requests from students.

NOLArize! Week to Focus on New Orleans Culture

by Micaela Baranello

October 27, 2008

There are a few students at Swarthmore with a profound love for New Orleans, and this week they want to share that love for New Orleans with the whole community through cultural events.

Apple’s Popularity at Swat Keeps Rising

by Kristen Allen

October 27, 2008

In the technology world, it is the era of the Apple. At Swarthmore, too, the computer is on the rise; half of students now use Macs, as opposed to only 15% eight years ago. Here Restech and students speak about their personal

Spike Stand-up Comedians Shock

by Todd Friedman

October 27, 2008

Spike's third Stand-Up Showcase had a little bit of comedy for everyone.

Shen Wei Dance Arts Comes to Swarthmore

by Daisy Yuhas

October 26, 2008

Shen Wei Dance Arts performed "Rite of Spring" and "RE- (Part I)" on Friday night in LPAC.

Upcoming Elections and Committee Member Payment

by Angela Meng

October 26, 2008

Student Council discusses plans for upcoming Spring Elections and the possible payment of hired committee members.

PersuASIAN Creates Space for Queer Asian Students

by Urooj Khan

October 26, 2008

Meeting once a month, PersuASIAN is a new group for queer members of the Asian/Pacific Islander American Community to have new conversations at the intersection of race, sexuality, and Asian-American identity.

Endowment Strong Despite Economic Turmoil

by Lauren Stokes

October 24, 2008

What happens to the budget when you lose $200 million? Are alumni still going to be giving money? What's happening to other schools?

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