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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.

Debunking Myths About Sex

by Sahiba Gill

March 20, 2009

Hi friends! In this week’s column, the SHCs are taking a slightly different approach. We’re not addressing a specific question about sexual health. Instead, we’re taking on some myths about sex—some more well-known than others—and trying to set the record straight.

Weekend Roundup: Classically Conscious

by Daisy Yuhas

March 19, 2009

On and off campus this is a good weekend to expand your classical music tastes with ballet, orchestra, and vocal performances.

Comedy Weekend Preview

by Liz Hipple

March 19, 2009

Jesse Gottschalk, BMT member, explains what Comedy Awareness events will take place this weekend.

Village Ed Brings You the Black-Tie “People” Auction

by Michelle Lin

March 19, 2009

Village Education Project (VEP) is hosting a fundraiser, auctioning off the talents of students and faculty, in order to raise money to send students in rural Ecuador to high school.

Aaron David Miller Offers Obama Advice On Israel

by Lauren Stokes

March 19, 2009

Aaron David Miller, author and former adviser to six Secretaries of State, came to Swarthmore on Wednesday to offer his advice to President Obama on dealing with Israel during his administration.

Campus Erosion?

by Daisy Yuhas

March 19, 2009

A recent Ask-the-Gazette question inquired as to why the Tarble entrance closest to Sharples is set atop such a steep hill. To determine whether or not there was any particular reasoning behind this architectual decision, the Gazette turned to Swarthmore's Director of

Best/Worst Dorm Room Competition

by Daisy Yuhas

March 18, 2009

The Gazette's First Best/Worst Dorm Room Competition begins!

Virus Scan Update Taxes Older Computers

by Lauren Stokes

March 17, 2009

Increased computer virus activity in January and February caused ITS to upgrade part of its anti-virus system, a move that has caused a handful of older computers to crash.

Bugs in the Science Center Basement?

by Neena Cherayil

March 17, 2009

A curious Gazette reader recently noticed a hallway full of tiny, dying insects near the Physics 3/4 labs in the basement of the Science Center. Initial investigation linked the bugs to the infestation of ants plaguing Cornell basement this past year, but

Power Shift Conference Energizes Earthlust

by Kat Clark

March 16, 2009

31 Swarthmore students (and 16 high schoolers from Chester) were among 12,000 to attend Power Shift 2009, a youth conference setting the agenda for the environmental justice movement.

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