Connor Barrett ’24

Hometown: Reading, Pa.
Education: Economics major, Education & Sociology/Anthropology special major
Campus Involvement: FLI Council, Dare 2 Soar, Petey Greene, Politics and Equal Participation Lab, Economics Research Assistant, Student Government President, Legislative Intern at the US House of Representatives, Intern at Mary Gay Scanlon for Congress, Community Outreach Volunteer at Safe Berks.

“While at times the academic workload was overwhelming, I have fostered incredible friendships during my four years at Swarthmore. I think it’s important to keep yourself grounded in who you are and what you value and fight for what you believe in, all while learning from your friends and peers around you.”

Michael Caprise ’24

Hometown: Lynchburg, Va.
Education: Biochemistry major
Campus Involvement: Men’s Basketball, Riley Lab

“Swarthmore has challenged and inspired me as a student, athlete, and person. I am especially grateful for the valuable mentors and friends I have accumulated during my time on campus, as well as the opportunities I have had to explore academic interests.”

Elizabeth “Beez” Dentzer ’24

Hometown: Cambridge, Mass.
Education: Double major in Engineering and Environmental Studies
Campus Involvement: Co-president of Mixed Company Acapella, Wharton RA for 2 years, Garnet Singers

“I’m very grateful for all that I learned, the music made, the friendships grown, and the doors opened for me by Swat. Every one of my professors believed in me and supported me on my journey.”

Whitney Grinnage-Cassidy ‘24

Hometown: Wilmington, Del.
Education: Sociology major,  Black Studies minor
Campus Involvement: IC Programming Intern, Swarthmore Theater

“Swarthmore was an amazing four years. It was also a super challenging four years as well. There were many parts from school to my personal life that were simultaneously difficult and rewarding. I am ready to leave Swarthmore and continue building my life after all the experiences I have taken from here.”

Daniel Khazanov ‘24

Hometown: Jersey City, N.J.
Education: Double major in Cognitive Science and Russian
Campus Involvement: Photography, ANALÖG, Wing Chun, Club Tennis, Olde Club

“Spending the last four years at Swarthmore has really allowed me to learn a lot about who I am––as a student, friend, and most importantly as a person. I found new passions, met the most wonderful people, and learned so much. I’m so proud to have been a part of revitalizing student life post-covid as a part of Analog and Olde Club, and I’m excited to see the future of these clubs.”

Lauren Park ’24

Hometown: Swarthmore, Pa.
Education: Music and French & Francophone Studies double major
Campus Involvement: Organ lessons through Music 48, Violist in Swarthmore College Orchestra, Math Coach for CCC, Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellow, Research Assistant to Barbara Milewski, Professor of Music, and James Blasina, Associate Professor of Music, Music Theory Teaching Assistant, French Tutor, Writing Associate 

“I grew up in Swarthmore and chose to come to the College because of the people here. Throughout my childhood, I looked up to my babysitters and tutors who were Swarthmore students, and my youth orchestra conductor, Professor Andrew Hauze, has been a role model for me since I was in high school. After meeting more people for the past four years, I can confidently say that my professors and friends have shaped my college experience in the best way possible.”

Yashvi Patel ’24

Hometown: Nairobi, Kenya
Education: Honors Physics major, Honors Math minor, Course Math major
Campus Involvement: Society of Physics Students: Treasurer and Co-President, Swatties of South Asia: Treasurer and President, I20, Student Academic Mentor, IT Student Associate, Physics Teaching Assistant, Student Advisory Committee, Academic Research with Tristan Smith in Cosmology, Eva-Maria Collins in Biophysics and Lynne Molter in Optics and Photonics

“It is an understatement to say that I am a changed person after my four years at Swarthmore. What has made this place special for me are the people, from lifelong friendships that showed me unconditional care to faculty who pushed me intellectually to study buddies that supported me at the expense of their sleep. How I think about the world and people is fundamentally different, more curious, more compassionate, and happier.”

Max Winig ’24

Hometown: Needham, Mass.
Education: Honors Dance major, Honors Linguistics minor
Campus Involvement: Stage manager for Rhythm n Motion, Research Assistant to Kirby Conrod, Lighting Designer, Teaching Assistant

“Collaboration has by far been the most valuable part of my time here. Creating things with the wonderful creative people here has benefitted me artistically and personally. Additionally, the mentorship from professors and staff that I work closely alongside has taught me a lot about how to move through professional spaces while also prioritizing my own wellbeing.”