Traditions

Traditions

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Each year, Fords look forward to myriad traditional events such as the Collection speaker series; frequent a cappella concerts; pinwheel day; and, an event that impacts all students, Fall and Spring Plenary.

Students vote by holding up their plenary packets. Photo: Caleb Eckert ’17.

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Our mascot—the Black Squirrel—has a genetic adaptation that gives it a bold, black coat. Join our distinctive community and stand out from the pack with your fellow Haverfordians.

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Previous Friday, October 9, 2015

Centers

CPGC International Day of Peace Poster Session

The Center for Peace and Global Citzenship's internships have been developed to widen and deepen Haverford's connections with social change organizations and to encourage a collaborative approach to pressing social, cultural and ethical concerns.

Renee King '16 and other CPGC interns set up laptop displays presenting their summer internship experiences working for peace and social justice throughout the U.S. and abroad. Photo: Caleb Eckert '17

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Next Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Students Faculty

Urban Policy Field Trip

Haverford’s rigorous academic program focuses on individual growth, intellectual exploration, and pushing the boundaries of each discipline. Many classes are taught seminar style with an emphasis on discussion and debate, and often involve field work outside the classroom.

Students in Political Science Professor Steve McGovern's "Urban Policy" class visited Jefferson Station during a field trip to examine economic development initiatives undertaken in the past 25 years to revitalize Center City Philadelphia. Photo: Caleb Eckert '17

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