Fit for Every Possibility: Swarthmore Alumni Shaping the World

A Celebratory Series Moderated by President Valerie Smith

Department Overview

Join President Valerie Smith, Roy J. and Linda G. Shanker Presidential Chair, and the Board of Managers for a celebration of Swarthmore College and the liberal arts. Alumni at the forefront of their fields will speak about the ideas and opportunities they see for the future — and how their Swarthmore education prepared them to respond thoughtfully, purposefully, and innovatively to the challenges they face.  

A Celebratory Series

In 1866, as the cornerstone of Swarthmore College’s first building was laid, President Edward Parrish stated that a Swarthmore education should fit students “for life, with all its possibilities.” In the 160 years since, the College has provided generations of students with transformative liberal arts educations, producing thoughtful and engaged alumni contributing to a better world. 

Fit for Every Possibility

Join the conversation at one of four regional events this fall

New York City
Tuesday, October 20
6 to 8:30 p.m.
The Morgan Museum & Library
225 Madison Avenue

Additional Events for Swarthmore Families and Young Alumni

Philadelphia
Thursday, November 19
6 to 8:30 p.m.
FringeArts
140 N. Columbus Blvd

Past Events