New Event Series Offers Students Evenings to Relax
February 27th, 2015
David Ding '16 helped plan Chit Chaat, the kickoff event in a new social programming initiative called Friday Fun Days.
William Black '16 and Kailyn Faye Witonsky '16 Among Faces of Philadelphia's Top Internships
February 18th, 2015
Black, who worked at Comcast, and Witonsky '16 (left), who worked in the neurology department at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, describe their experiences as challenging but fulfilling.
Hayden Dahmm '15 Awarded Marshall Scholarship
February 9th, 2015
Dahmm, an Honors engineering major from Springfield, Pa., is one of only 31 scholars chosen this year for the award, which supports graduate work in the U.K.
Admissions Applications Soar, Thanks to More Accessible Process
January 28th, 2015
"We made it more accessible for all applicants," says Vice President of Admissions Jim Bock '90, noting a concern for reaching students from lower-income families who may not be able to afford the application fee.
Swarthmore Tops List of Liberal Arts College Best Values
January 22nd, 2015
The list recognizes schools for their academic excellence and the generosity of their financial aid packages, and considers factors such as low student-faculty ratios, high four-year graduation rates, and low student debt.
Students Herald Exams on a Triumphant Note
December 23rd, 2014
Students let out a cathartic scream to signal the start of finals during the annual Midnight Breakfast and Primal Scream.
Varo Duffins Joins Swarthmore as Director of Financial Aid
December 10th, 2014
Duffins, currently at Franklin & Marshall College, will work to ensure that Swarthmore’s aid programs reflect the College’s commitment to socio-economic diversity, access, and affordability.
Board of Managers Commits $12 Million to Ensure Highest Ever Standard of Sustainable Campus Construction
December 6th, 2014
The sum will ensure the new Biology, Engineering, Psychology building serves as a model for environmentally intelligent construction practices.
Swarthmore Delegation Heads to International Climate Change Conference
December 5th, 2014
The delegation of students, faculty, and staff, including Professor Giovanna Di Chiro, will visit Lima, Peru, to strengthen the College's role in the international climate movement.
Watch: Uma Nagendra '09 Dances Her Doctoral Biology Research to First Place
November 12th, 2014
Nagendra teamed up with fellow aerialists in response to a contest that challenges scientists to explain their Ph.D. research in the most jargon-free medium of all: dance.
Women's Soccer Captures First Centennial Conference Title in Shootout
November 10th, 2014
Goalkeeper Reba Magier '16 was named tournament MVP after the dramatic win; the team now has an automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament for the first time in program history.
Women's Soccer and Volleyball Teams Head into Semifinals This Weekend
November 7th, 2014
"Our primary focus has been leadership, attention to detail, team chemistry, and the all-important dance move," says volleyball head coach Harleigh Chwastyk. "At the end of the day, competing to win must be fun."
Political Science Students Hit Local Campaign Trail, Connect with Community
November 4th, 2014
Students in Ben Berger's Democratic Theory and Practice course are out on the trail to mobilize local voters on a wide range of campaigns on both sides of the aisle.
Luck Be A Lady This Weekend for Guys and Dolls Production
October 31st, 2014
A collaboration between faculty, staff, and students, including conductor Audrey Edelstein '15, brings the classic musical to life during Garnet Weekend.
