Swarthmore Continues Test-Optional Policy
The college renewed its test-optional policy for up to five more years.
Independent Newspaper of Swarthmore College Since 1881
Two Mural Projects Color Downtown Swarthmore
Swarthmore Town Center partners with local artists to create murals in downtown
Office Hours: Faculty on the Implications of Generative AI for Higher Education
Swarthmore professors share their thoughts on the growing prevalence of generative artificial
Peace and Conflict Studies Presents ‘The Future of Palestine’ Panel
On Monday, Nov. 17, the department of peace and conflict studies hosted
Students Criticize Karine Jean-Pierre’s Controversial Visit to Campus
Several students share their critical thoughts on former Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre's
Columbia Professor Eric Verhoogen Delivers Wilcox Lecture
Columbia University economist Eric Verhoogen delivered this year's Clair Wilcox lecture.
The Phoenix in Conversation with Swarthmore President Val Smith
The Phoenix sits down for an interview with President Val Smith on her time as president and changes in higher education.
Protestors Arrested in May Encampment Scheduled for Spring Trial
The nine protestors arrested in the Trotter Lawn encampment are held for court on trespassing charges
Peace and Conflict Studies Presents ‘The Future of Israel’ Panel
"The Future of Israel" panel was held on Nov. 10.
Professors Demystify Trump Economic Policy with Panel
Swarthmore economics professors host panel on the Trump administration's economic policy
Opinions
Swat Says: Thanksgiving Edition
In this special Thanksgiving edition of Swat Says, students share their plans for the holiday and reveal their families' craziest Thanksgiving drama from years past.
In Troubled Times: What, or Who, is the Endowment Really For?
Jonah Sah '27 critiques Swarthmore's conservative approach to the management of its multi-billion dollar endowment and calls for a more democratic and equitable allocation of the college's money.
Weekly Column: Swat Says
Swatties share their thoughts on admissions decisions, understaffed departments, and their Swat day from hell.
Arts
Artist of the Week: Montana Hamel ‘26 On Breathing Life Into Play
Artist of the Week Montana Hamel '26 discusses creativity, discovery, and artistry.
Drag at Olde Club and How Good It Is to Be Young
Read about the drag and a realization of youth.
A Very Unbiased, Definitely Biased ‘Threepenny Opera’ Review
Before we begin, I must highlight that I’m not an unbiased writer, though I try to be. My twin brother was the lead, and many friends were in the cast. Nevertheless, we proceed. “There will be no moralizing tonight.” Au contraire, dear
Sports
Rally for the Garnet Raises $194,454 for Athletics
On Nov. 11, Swarthmore College kicked off its annual Rally for the Garnet Giving Challenge, a two-day fundraising initiative aimed at strengthening Garnet athletics and expanding resources for student-athletes. By the end of the campaign, the community had raised $191,454 from 1,333
Cavan Sullivan: Who Is He and Why Is He Everywhere?
Read about professional soccer player Cavan Sullivan and his skyrocketing career!
Athlete of the Week: Charlotte Carleton ’27
Charlotte Carleton ’27 is a quick and aggressive forward for the No. 13-ranked Swarthmore women’s soccer team. This past weekend, the Garnet traveled to Cleveland, OH, to play in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) championship tournament, where Carleton had a field
Features
A Californian Swattie’s Top Five Fall Spots on Campus
As a Swattie who hails from the distant, faraway land of California, there are many times where I yearn for the comforts of the motherland. At night, as I huddle underneath my carefully constructed cocoon of blankets, I long for the California
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Handling of missing D.C. girls cases exposes racist tendencies, sparks national dialogue
In the past two weeks, ten children of color have gone missing in Washington, DC. The fact that this story is not consistently making national headlines reaffirms the existence of discriminatory racial biases, both implicit and explicit, perniciously permeating into the way
Spring at Swarthmore
Spring is the beginning of everything. A time when we can brush off the dust from the mistakes and regrets we kept hidden all winter, and step outside and find a refreshing new take on our lives. Even here at Swarthmore, the
Environment and Culture: Bode Wang’s photography of the Miao people
Recently students at Swarthmore have had a beautiful accompaniment while studying for midterms and churning out essays in McCabe’s second floor Cratsley Lounge across the large globe. Colorful windows into a pastoral life hang on the walls contrasting the familiar picture outside
Order a pizza, and it shall come
Salam sejahtera, saya mampu bertutur dalam pelbagai bahasa dan ia memperkasakan saya — Hi, I speak multiple languages and that empowers me. As an ethnic Chinese from Malaysia (a country that’s not particularly kind to the children of immigrants), I was brought
The Story of Slepoi
Aaron Slepoi ’17’s contribution to the arts at Swarthmore has spanned four years and countless projects in Swarthmore’s Music Department. From his work as a clarinetist in the College Orchestra to his role as an operations intern for Orchestra 2001, Slepoi has
PC and URI’s Return to Relevancy
As another successful NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament comes to a close, fans have been treated with last-second shots, final glimpses of NBA-bound stars, and Cinderella stories like the University of South Carolina and their run to the Final Four as a seven
SAO refocuses toward more political role
The Swarthmore Asian Organization is shifting to become a political group. This change, which comes after decision made by SAO leadership in the 2015-2016 school year, was marked by a “re-birthday party.” The event was both a 30th birthday for the group
A Happy Psuedo-Persian New Year
When it comes to observing cultural holidays while at Swat, being away from my home and family has always been a challenge. No matter the occasion, I always find myself defying conventional traditionalism and celebrating a filtered-down, dorm-room-makeshift interpretation of the holiday.
The Past, the Present, and the Future Walked Into a Bar. It Was Tense.
The future. What even is it? Well people, the future is a noun, a rapper (listen to maskoff #hype #lit #do #it), also there is, or I guess there was, Phil of the Future (arguably the hottest disney character to ever exist),
New McCabe Security Measures Bring Concerns, Potential for 24-Hour Access
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. On March