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Weekly Column: Swat Says

April 9, 2026
In this edition of Swat Says, students share their favorite outdoor study spots, discuss how to deal with academic burnout, and pitch some alternative songs for the Clothier bell tower's quarter-hourly toll.

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Reflections from a Doubles Specialist

April 2, 2026
Riya Rao '26 reflects on her journey as a tennis player, from the stress and intensity of youth sports and her early college career to finding a more healthy dynamic in doubles play.

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Ben Williams ’99: Letter to the Editor

May 1, 2024
To the Editor, According to the page for the Board of Managers at the Swarthmore College site, the Board consists of 34 people, all of whom were appointed to their positions on the Board of Managers by previous members of the Board

David Boonin: Letter to the Editor

April 30, 2024
Editor’s Note: David Boonin is a member of the Swarthmore Borough Council. To the editor, As a local elected official, several residents of Swarthmore voiced concern to me about the pro-Palestinian encampment at Swarthmore College. I was hearing that Jewish students were

It’s Time for the College to Listen

April 25, 2024
It is not hyperbole to say that these are historic times. We are in the midst of the largest student protest movement since the Vietnam War. Institutions such as Swarthmore will be remembered for their actions in moments like these. We, therefore,

Students Race in Annual Crum Regatta

April 25, 2024
On Friday, Apr. 19, students brought boats made out of plastic, rubber, wood, rope, and tape to the Crum Regatta, an annual Swarthmore tradition where students race homemade crafts down Crum Creek. The event was organized by the Office of Student Engagement

Swarthmore Athletics Weekly Recap

April 25, 2024
Softball: Swarthmore College: 12, Haverford College: 7 Swarthmore softball defeated Haverford College on Thursday at Haverford, PA. The Garnet secured the victory with an impressive six runs in the top of the third inning. Notable Players: Olivia McClammy ’25 went four-for-five at-bat,
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