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Published on 2024-12-05 05:41:47 - Phil Bruner
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  • While most of us look forward to traveling back home for Winter Break, there are a few of us who will be spending Christmas and New Year's on campus. For

The article "Welcome to Swarthmore, Population: You" from The Phoenix, Swarthmore College's student newspaper, discusses the unique experience of attending a small liberal arts college like Swarthmore. It highlights the intimate community where students often know each other by name, leading to a personalized educational experience. The piece explores the advantages of small class sizes, the close relationships with professors, and the sense of community, but also touches on the potential downsides such as the lack of anonymity, the pressure to be involved in numerous activities, and the sometimes overwhelming closeness of the community. The narrative captures the essence of Swarthmore's environment, where students are both the main characters and the audience in their collegiate journey, emphasizing the profound impact of such an educational setting on personal growth and identity.

Read the Full The Phoenix Article at:
[ https://swarthmorephoenix.com/2024/12/05/welcome-to-swarthmore-population-you/ ]