Since 2011 College Communications has produced a unique homepage each weekday to spotlight the rich diversity of Haverford's academic programming, extracurricular offerings, campus culture, and community members' accomplishments.
“To be a student-athlete is to be someone who sees the critical importance of the lessons learned both in the classroom and on the field. I truly believe that life rewards individuals who are hard-working, flexible, and capable of relating to many different types of people.” – Andrew Bostick ’12, epeeist
An aerial view of a fencing tournament held in the Old Gym, ca. early 1990s. Courtesy of College Archives.
Carl Van Vechten: O Write my Name—Portraits of the Harlem Renaissance and Beyond
Through August 19, 2016
Sharpless Gallery, Magill Library
For the first time ever, the College is exhibiting its portfolio of 50 photogravures by the titular photographer, critic, and Gertrude Stein literary executor. Details »
Margaret Walker (1915–1998) [1942]
“Being in a community like Haverford with such a strong code of ethics and honor helps form a basis from which to successfully interface with colleagues and grow a professional network in a field that relies heavily on collaboration and a degree of trust.” – Sarah Burke Spolaor ’06
On Saturday, May 14, 2016, the College held its 178th Commencement, graduating the 297 members of the Class of 2016. Relive Commencement in Photos and Video.
Photo: Dan Z. Johnson
The KINSC Scientific Imaging Contest is an annual competition for student-submitted images from experiments or simulations that are scientifically intriguing as well as aesthetically pleasing. Judging is based on both the quality of the image and the explanation of the underlying science.
Among Special Collections’ latest acquisitions is a second edition of a Zapotec catechism and several other religious texts published in Mexico in 1766. These bilingual works were purchased in consultation with Assistant Professor of Linguistics Brook Lillehaugen, whose research focuses on Zapotec, an endangered language family indigenous to southern Mexico.
The Haverford experience includes the opportunity to work closely with—and benefit from—mentors including faculty and advisors such as Dean of Academic Affairs Phil Bean.
In addition to his advising duties, Phil Bean also oversees the fellowship application process. Haverford has been named a 'Top Producer of Fulbright Students and Scholars'. Photo: Patrick Montero.
The writing seminar “Philadelphia Freedoms: Cultural Landscapes and Civic Ideals” explores the history of the city in order to trace how its founding principles have manifested themselves in the lived experiences of its residents over many generations.
Our Cool Classes blog series highlights interesting, unusual, and unique courses that enrich the Haverford College experience.
The class includes a critical archival project in cooperation with local arts/social justice organizations such as RAIR (Recycled Artist in Residency) and a visit to RAIR's Revolution Recovery space. Photo: Caleb Eckert '17.
Haverford has more than 145 student groups that publish magazines, host symposia, sing a cappella, discuss religion and spirituality, stay politically active, maintain a system of student self-government, dance, demonstrate, and create.
This year's Spring Dance Concert took a tour around the world, showcasing the talent of many internationally flavored Bi-Co troupes. Photo: Elena Harriss-Bauer '19.
Commencement is Saturday, May 14, at 10:00 a.m. outside on Roberts Hall Green. Tickets are not required.
*We have a very tiny magic 8 ball.