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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Legacy of namesakes more complicated than they appear
In recent years, students at several colleges and universities across the country have petitioned for the renaming of campus buildings bearing names of racist individuals. Swarthmore itself has never been the subject of such controversies, although larger universities such as Princeton and
Swat’s Culture of Athletes Supporting Athletes
As the Men’s Basketball team completed their final seconds of the Centennial Conference Championship game, the crowd erupted and rushed the court to celebrate the win. This crowd was distinctly comprised of fellow athletes with almost every team having at least one
Draw a picture, take a break!
Midterm season is upon us and it’s easy to become too stressed or overwhelmed. However, we at the Phoenix want to stress the importance of self-care and the need to take a break every once in awhile. We want to encourage you
The Season of March Madness is Upon Us
March is always looked upon with great elation — spring break, the beginning of beautiful weather, and the initial sights of budding flowers. However, if you are a college basketball fan, you know exactly what causes most of this unbearable anticipation —
Martial Arts Keeps Kicking Into Shape
Following the 2000 season, the Board of Managers made the historic decision to eliminate the football program from Swarthmore College. Although the football team at Swarthmore had seen much success before its termination, the Board’s decision remained firm, and Swarthmore has been
Cooking with Dina
Dina Ginzburg ’18, from Berlin, is an artist who involves herself with radically different disciplines. She is a computer science major as well as a member of the band Calypso Baby! with Blake Oetting ’18 and Noah Lifset ’18. Although this band
Athlete of the Week: Robbie Walsh ’18
At 6’8, Robbie Walsh is the tallest member of the men’s basketball team. As the starting center, his contributions have also been some of the largest. This season, the junior from Summit, N.J. is averaging 7.3 points per game, 5.9 rebounds per
Theater Students “Revolt” in Acting Capstone
This past weekend, students in this academic year’s acting capstone performed in a production of “Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again.” by British playwright Alice Birch. The entire project, culminating in four runs of the show in the LPAC Frear Ensemble Theater with
Why is Swarthmore so Expensive?
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. It’s no
We Can Make Pennsylvania a Democracy
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. The spectacle