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The Narples Scanning Machine and the Dining Center from Hell

The Narples scanning machine arrived unceremoniously into our lives about a week ago. Its impact, thus far, has been small. However, I can say without hyperbole that what it represents is a sort of philosophy of design that fills me with dread.

November 2, 2023

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Construction on Dining and Community Commons Project Underway for Fall 2022 Completion

What was once a tranquil arboretum campus has given way to loud and disruptive construction work. Students who make their way towards the academic buildings for class in the morning walk past piles of mulch, chain link fences, and construction equipment, and

November 4, 2021

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New Sharples to Feature Open Spaces, Broadened Food Options

The new Dining and Community Commons project, which will be tentatively completed around Fall 2023, is set to expand dining options and offer new student lounge spaces. The design has won praise for its natural lighting and open spaces. This new structure

December 5, 2019

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The Narples Scanning Machine and the Dining Center from Hell

Construction on Dining and Community Commons Project Underway for Fall 2022 Completion

New Sharples to Feature Open Spaces, Broadened Food Options

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SJP Encampment Ends with Arrest of 9 Protesters, Including 1 Current Swarthmore Student

Timeline of the Trotter Lawn Encampment

Faculty Reflect on Encampment, Arrests

After Encampment, Sympathetic Students Frustrated by “Unambiguously Ineffective” SJP Tactics

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The Narples Scanning Machine and the Dining Center from Hell

Construction on Dining and Community Commons Project Underway for Fall 2022 Completion

New Sharples to Feature Open Spaces, Broadened Food Options

Latest Posts

SJP Encampment Ends with Arrest of 9 Protesters, Including 1 Current Swarthmore Student

Timeline of the Trotter Lawn Encampment

Faculty Reflect on Encampment, Arrests

After Encampment, Sympathetic Students Frustrated by “Unambiguously Ineffective” SJP Tactics

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