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A History of Welcome and Withdrawal at Swarthmore’s Presidential Home

by Zephyr Weinreich

March 26, 2026

News

Archival research and oral histories reveal the evolution of the Swarthmore president's house from 1879 to 2026.

How Val Smith Should Spend the Rest of Her Presidency

by The Editorial Board

March 26, 2026

The Phoenix's Editorial Board encourages Pres. Val Smith to spend her remaining

7.4% of Applicants Admitted to College for Second Year in a Row

by Xinto Xu

March 26, 2026

Swarthmore College announces its Class of 2030 admissions results, showing the lowest

Statement from ENLACE on Surveillance, Discipline, and Institutional Power at Swarthmore

by Clara Ximena Villalba

March 26, 2026

Clara Ximena Villalba ’26, writing on behalf of Swarthmore’s ENLACE, criticizes the

Board Approves 5.75% Tuition Increase for 2026-27 Academic Year, Aid Packages To Absorb Increase

by Kush Kaur

March 26, 2026

Swarthmore College increases its tuition by 5.75% and total student charges by

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College Withdraws Proposed Amendment for Cunningham Fields Development Plan

by Ellen Stewart

March 26, 2026

‘Bartók’s Monster’ Review: Music’s Relationship with the Abstract

by Kaito Stohr

March 26, 2026

The Phoenix in Conversation with New Media Mayor Joi Washington

by Daniel Perrin

March 26, 2026

Dr. Sophia Rodrieguez on Undocumented Students and Education Reform

by Cameron Alleyne

March 26, 2026

Sophia Rodriguez delivers a lecture on her sociological research on immigrant students in K-12 schools

Political Science Department Adopts Grade Policy for Introductory Courses

by Ellen Stewart

March 26, 2026

A new policy in the political science department aims to combat grade inflation

The Phoenix in Conversation with Swarthmore Borough Mayor Conlen Booth

by Zephyr Weinreich

March 19, 2026

Swarthmore Mayor and Fire Department Chief Conlen Booth describes his new role as mayor.

Over 400% Increase in Alcohol Referrals from 2023 to 2024, Latest Report Shows

by Ella Walker

March 19, 2026

Swarthmore College saw a significant surge in reported liquor law violations last year, which, according to the Associate Director of Student Wellness, was not

Lunch with Faculty: Professor Dominic Tierney on the War in Iran

by James Shelton

March 19, 2026

Swarthmore's political science faculty discuss the historical context and hypothetical implications of the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran

Opinions

Weekly Column: Swat Says

by Rafi Karpowitz

March 26, 2026

In this edition of Swat Says, students share their thoughts on March Madness, discuss PubSafe's approach to alcohol on campus, and reveal their homework habits.

SASS Stands Against College Surveillance Tactics Used on Black Students

by Alx Dow

March 19, 2026

Alx Dow '27, writing on behalf of Swarthmore’s Afro-American Student Society, highlights the college's recent tactics of surveillance used against student protestors and the historical lineage of similar repression.

‘It’s a Long Journey:’ Michael B. Jordan and The Recognition of Black Excellence at the Academy Awards

by Nasrin Ahmed

March 19, 2026

Opinions Editor Nasrin Ahmed '28 comments on Michael B. Jordan's recent Oscar victory and the historical exclusion of Black artists from the Academy Awards.

Arts

Artist of the Week Emery Dong ’27: The Personality Through the Painting

by William Gomez

March 26, 2026

Visual Artist Emery Dong '27 discusses his creative philosophy and its evolution over time.

Finding Eusexua: FKA twigs at Madison Square Garden

by Alissa Lopes

March 26, 2026

A review of FKA twigs Body High tour at Madison Square Garden — her first ever arena show.

Philadelphia Theatre Company’s ‘Caesar’: What Happens After the Tyrant Falls

by Yijia (Jessica) Qin

March 19, 2026

A review of the Philadelphia Theatre Company’s production of "Ceasar."

Sports

Athlete of the Week: Leor Kedar ’28

by Aimee Lee

March 26, 2026

Sophomore baseball player Leor Kedar ’28 is a must-watch when he steps up to the plate. On the Garnet’s Spring Break trip to South Carolina, where they faced four teams across seven games, Kedar racked up eleven runs, eighteen hits, twelve Runs

Thank You, Swarthmore Women’s Soccer

by Isa Specchierla

March 26, 2026

Swarthmore Soccer senior Isa Specchierla reflects on her time with the team During this past Winter Break, 30 minutes into playing in a Sunday adult league pick-up game (as a washed-up, now-retired senior collegiate athlete does), I was hit with an overwhelming

Swarthmore Baseball Takes on Spring Break Competition

by Charlie Watson

March 19, 2026

While most students use their week of Spring Break to travel home, visit friends around the world, or party it up in Europe or the Caribbean, Swarthmore’s spring athletes are never afforded this luxury. With the spring season in full swing by

Features

Chabad’s Mega Shabbat: Connecting Campus

by Jeremy Weinstein-Sears

March 26, 2026

Jeremy Weinstein-Sears '28 covers on Swarthmore's Chabad celebration for Mega Shabbat.

Pigeon Perils

by Paris Kampel

March 26, 2026

Why All the Hate? ML Isn’t That Bad!

by Claire Chin

March 26, 2026

Claire Chin '28 reflects what it is like to dorm at Mary Lyons.

Ask the Gazette: Why Was Patio Bar Renamed?

by The Editorial Board

April 1, 2010

Remember Patio Bar at Sharples? You now know Patio Bar as Paved Enclosed Area Enjoining a Residence Bar, which features the same menu.

Class of 2014: Ties for Most Selective Admissions Rate and Expects a Smaller Class

by Angela Meng

March 30, 2010

Acceptance letters were sent out for the class of 2014 last week. With a 16% acceptance rate, the pool ties with class of 2012 for the most selective class in the history of the College. 56% were students of color and international

Administration Clarifies Creation, Purpose of New Special Assistant Position

by Dougal Sutherland

March 30, 2010

President Rebecca Chopp and Vice President Maurice Eldridge explain the circumstances surrounding the creation of the Special Assistant to the President and Associate Vice President for Planning position, and discuss what the position will entail.

Family Weekend and StuCo Payment

by Nick Gettino

March 28, 2010

Only six members of Student Council attended the weekly meeting, meaning that quorum was not met: at least seven members of StuCo must be present for StuCo to meet officially. However, StuCo members did discuss upcoming initiatives, including collecting student feedback on

Poet Angela Shaw ’90 Speaks on Recent Book

by Nick Gettino

March 26, 2010

On April 22nd, Angela Shaw, author of the recent collection of poems _The Beginning of the Fields_ and alumna of Swarthmore, will read selections from her book at the Swarthmore Public Library. In the past, Shaw has taught the Advanced Poetry Workshop

Hayavadana Divides, Conquers, and Unifies

by Kari Olmon

March 26, 2010

Divided Together: Hayavadana is a theatrical event of pluralities. As the title suggests, Hayavadana explores themes of division and reconciliation, and the Department of Theater's Production Ensemble presents a multicultural, multisensory, and multilayered staging that engages the audience in a synergetic theatrical

On Politics and Paddling: Reconciling Feminist and Submissive Identities

by Sahiba Gill

March 26, 2010

Sometimes, you just need some nurturing, connected, vanilla-est-of-the-vanilla sex. But sometimes, you don't. A confession: we both love rough, kinky, slap-me-on-the-ass-and-call-me-a-bitch sex. Both of us identify as rough-sex enthusiasts, masochists, submissives, and, here's the kicker: committed feminists.

Queer Issues Symposium Begins on Campus

by Kat Clark

March 26, 2010

On Wednesday, the annual Queer Issues Symposium began with a lecture by William Leap on balancing anthropological studies and social justice work. This year’s Symposium, themed, “Oh, the Places You'll Queer: The Impact of Place on Queer Movement Building,” will feature speakers

Campbell Appointed to New Administrative Role, Funded by “Special Gift”

by Dougal Sutherland

March 25, 2010

Garikai Campbell '90, currently the Acting Dean of Students, has been appointed to a new role as Special Assistant to the President and Associate Vice President for Planning, President Chopp announced in an email to faculty and staff on Wednesday. The position

Cooper Foundation brings Poet Kevin Young to Swarthmore

by Monika Zaleska

March 24, 2010

“Poetry is about the everyday and the transcendent,” said Kevin Young, a poet who performed a reading of his work on Tuesday, a Cooper Series Event. “Food is like that too. It’s a way to reflect on its position in our lives.”

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