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Addressing American Injustice

March 16th, 2017

Speaking to a capacity crowd in the LPAC, social justice lawyer and activist Bryan Stevenson outlined a four-step approach to fight inequality. Read More: Addressing American Injustice

Swarthmore in Three Words

March 8th, 2017

How would you describe Swarthmore in three words? Find out how a group of alums responded to the question and consider - what are your three words? Read More: Swarthmore in Three Words

Swarthmore's men's basketball team won the program's first Centennial Conference championship, punching a ticket to the NCAA Division III Tournament and earning the right to host first and second round games. Read More: Promised Land

Breaking Barriers

February 23rd, 2017

In celebration of Black History Month, the Department of Athletics is recognizing some of the people who have contributed to the rich history of their programs and who have made their marks on and off the playing fields. Read More: Breaking Barriers

Men's swim team celebrates their championship

Making a Splash

February 20th, 2017

The Swarthmore men’s swimming team made history on Sunday night, winning the program’s first Centennial Conference title. Read More: Making a Splash

Clearing a Path

February 9th, 2017

This year's Extern Week matched 269 students with alumni mentors, sparking experiences and insights and strengthening intergenerational bonds. Read More: Clearing a Path

A Crucible of Learning

January 24th, 2017

The List Gallery celebrates 25 years of enlivening and forging connections on and off campus. Read More: A Crucible of Learning

Watch: Catharsis and Community

December 9th, 2016

The night before final exams begin, the College community comes together for the annual Midnight Breakfast and Primal Scream. Read More: Watch: Catharsis and Community

Martina Costagliola '17 and Emily Cai '18

Breaking the Code

November 21st, 2016

Swarthmore's student-run Women in Computer Science group offers the encouragement and expertise to topple barriers and bias. Read More: Breaking the Code

Autumn at Swarthmore

November 9th, 2016

Enjoy stunning views of Swarthmore's most iconic spaces, captured at the peak of this year's fall foliage. Read More: Autumn at Swarthmore

Halloween with the Dean

October 28th, 2016

The annual celebration gives "students an opportunity to take a break, enjoy each other's company, and just have fun," says Dean of Students Liz Braun. Read More: Halloween with the Dean

Cultivating Collaboration

September 26th, 2016

A gift from alums James Hormel and Michael Nguyen establishes an expanded Intercultural Center at Sproul Hall to serve the College community. Read More: Cultivating Collaboration

Maximizing Opportunity

September 21st, 2016

Swarthmore’s assistance to students for tuition, research opportunities, international travel and more. Read More: Maximizing Opportunity

Building Momentum

September 8th, 2016

Several construction and renovation projects are underway, from new labs and classrooms to new ways to enhance our sustainability efforts. Read More: Building Momentum

First Collection 2016

August 30th, 2016

The Class of 2020's Swarthmore journey is well underway. View highlights from orientation week and listen to community leaders welcome the new class. Read More: First Collection 2016