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Alcohol: Current Policy a Sober One

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. Parties and
November 12, 2015

Confusion surrounds dry week, despite no change

This year’s dry week was surrounded by confusion, despite the fact that the policy regarding alcohol during orientation did not change from recent years. Many students were under the impression that “dry week” meant that the consumption of alcohol is not permitted
September 17, 2015

Alcohol-related hospitalizations, calls decrease

Over the course of the last semester, changes made to the college’s alcohol and other drugs policy have noticeably affected campus life at Swarthmore, particularly as it concerns the party scene and the number of alcohol-related incidents. Introduced in August 2014, the
January 22, 2015

Yet another bad decision, poorly made

We are tired, very tired, of running editorials about alcohol policy. But just as the administration finishes one round of policy pronouncements, it begins another. Alas, we write again. As stated in a staff editorial published just over a month ago, we
October 30, 2014

Swat Team revitalized to enhance party safety

Along with changes made to the campus’ alcohol policies, Swat Team has undergone its own structural and training changes. While Swat Team — previously known as the Party Associates (PAs)—has been in the process of transforming its policies and image since the
October 23, 2014

Peer schools divide on drinking policies

In the opening weeks of the school year, students have been adjusting to modified alcohol-related policies that the administration implemented this semester. Campus reactions have been mixed, as has enforcement of these new rules. According to an explanatory message to students from
October 2, 2014

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