In the Spirit of Transparency
As COVID-19 outbreaks pop up on college campuses across the country and as colleges grapple with the task of enforcing
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editorial
Swarthmore Should Have More Substance Free Housing
The college is charged with the responsibility of best accommodating the needs and well-being of 1,559 students. While the use
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On Divestment and the 1991 Ban
On Feb. 6, Georgetown University’s Board of Directors voted to divest from fossil fuel companies in several phases over the
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On Housing Accommodations and Student Disability Services
Swarthmore students at large do not need to worry about the housing lottery process until mid April, but the considerable
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On Anonymous Hate and Reductive Discourse
Last week, many Swarthmore students received emails asking them to join the anonymous app, Looped. The emails specifically referenced discourse
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The Phoenix Has A Diversity Problem
We, at The Phoenix, have a diversity problem. Our editorial board and staff are not representative of the diversity of
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Health Services Should Be Expanded
One of the most important features of an accessible campus is affordable, high-quality health care. Swarthmore should prioritize accessibility, but
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College Should Expand SEPTA Access
Swarthmore claims to be a cash-free campus, but many students may find hidden costs behind the pretext of access. While
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Your Emails Are Not Enough: Swat Administration’s Pattern of Inaction
On April 30, the fourth day of the ongoing sit-in by Organizing for Survivors and the Coalition to End Fraternity
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Low-Income Students Shouldn’t Be a Low Priority
Despite efforts from the administration to level the playing field between low-income, first-generation students at Swarthmore and their more privileged
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