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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For Sam Jenkins ’19
Ethan Yoo It really is impossible for me to fully describe my roommate and best friend Sam Jenkins, especially so soon after his tragic death. He was generous, willing to switch rooms partway through our fourth semester living together so I could
Candy-coated family-friendly version of activism achieves nothing
Swarthmore brands itself as an institution where student-staff-administration collaboration is crucial not only to student culture but to college function. Another critical value of the campus community is student activism, which has been present at the college since its radical founding. This
Lang Center grants drop from 100 percent to 38.9 percent
Students were awarded summer funding from various campus institutions, including the Lang Center, earlier this month. More students than expected were put on the waitlist, which is expected to be resolved by March 24. The deadline for the summer funding applications for
Pride planning committee hosts events to educate on sexuality and gender
Between March 13 and April 13, the Pride Planning Committee is hosting a series of events to celebrate and honor LGBTQ identities and history. The committee is composed of a group of students who work closely with the Intercultural Center. While it
Paces reopens with new OneCard vendor status
The beginning of March came with the long-awaited reopening of student-run Paces Cafe. On March 12, the cafe resumed operating at full capacity after undergoing an audit, which was resolved in late February. According to a previously published Phoenix article, Paces was
The McCabe experience
Often referred to as “The Cage,” McCabe library inspires a wide range of feelings among the student body, many of which are far from positive. As someone who spends a large portion of my time in McCabe, I can easily see why
Women’s Tennis Heads South For Texas
While some sports teams play a few easier teams over spring break, the Women’s Tennis team traveled to Texas to take on some nationally ranked powerhouses and managed to play right along with them. Taking a break from the wintery weather of
President Smith: Peaceful protest at Swarthmore
Peaceful protest and free speech have always been central to Swarthmore’s ethos, history, and identity. Today I want to reaffirm our long-standing commitment to the right of our students and all members of our community to protest peacefully. This right is among
PAFA Remembers WWI
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “war art”? I’m not sure why, but I used to be (and still am) slightly averse to it. Maybe it was the dark humor of twentieth century war literature, or maybe it had
World Baseball Classic Takes Center Stage
This March, people around the world have been tuning into an exciting tournament full of great players, upsets, passionate fanhood, and superstar performances, as players from across the globe compete to be the best team in the world. I, of course, am