Honglan Huang '16's comparative literature thesis explored her lifelong fascination with picture books, and used the medium as a way to explore message.
Part of the "What They Learned" Haverblog series.
Huang at her thesis-related exhibit opening. Photo: Caleb Eckert ’17.
Haverford attracts intellectually curious, independent learners who value honesty, collaboration, and above all, new ways of seeing and improving the world.
As you perform real-world research and immerse yourself in hands-on learning, you'll work side-by-side with professors who are at the top of their fields.
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.
Haverford is a residential college, and more than 98% of our students live in campus housing. Most living arrangements are coed, and residence halls offer a wide variety of accommodations from 4-person apartments to suites and singles.
Jenna Medeiros '18 is the winner of our Instagram contest for creatively decorated campus homes. Photo: Caleb Eckert '17.
“Studying abroad was educational in more ways than I ever thought it could be. I experienced a new culture and a new language, and gained valuable new perspectives.” – Rachel Grunden ’16
Each year more than 130 Haverford students take advantage of the opportunity to study abroad.
*We have a very tiny magic 8 ball.