Drag at Olde Club and How Good It Is to Be Young
Read about the drag and a realization of youth.
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Reflecting on “Familiar Touch”: A Quiet Portrait of Memory and Aging
Alissa Lopes '29 writes on "Familiar Touch," produced by Matthew Thurm '10 that captures memory's tragic, yet poetic beauty.
Let There Bee Light: Scott Arboretum & Gardens’ Beeswax Candle Event
Read about the review of the candle event -part of the Arboretum's DISCOVER series!
Swarthmore’s Open Secret: A Culture of Sexual Violence
An anonymous student details their experiences with Swarthmore’s culture of sexual violence, both as a witness and victim, and advocates for both administrative action and open dialogue on campus.
Student-Athletes Required to Sign New NCAA Transgender Policy
Student-athletes are required to sign a new NCAA transgender policy form.
Write to Me Soon
“I wish you well, think of me from time to time, and write to me soon.” Have a read of this touching piece written by Alissa Lopes '29
Swat Says: Screw Your Roommate Edition
In this edition of Swat Says, Corinne Lafont '26 interrogates students about the intimate details of their Screw dates last weekend.
Artist of the Week: Handuo (Leo) Sun ‘26 on Intellectual Joyfulness
Artist of the Week Handuo (Leo) Sun '26 discusses intellectual joyfulness, Ancient Greek, and theater with Corinne Lafont '26.
Swarthmore Alumni Stand with Student Organizers for Palestine
Abby Saul '19 highlights several alumni statements of support for Palestine organizers on campus.
Weekly Column: Swat Says
In this edition of Swat Says, students reveal their campus priorities, discuss the time-honored Swat tradition of Screw Your Roommate, and share surprising thoughts on sports teams at Swarthmore.