James House is an accessible community space that's open 24/7 for Haverford students, faculty, and staff. By offering art supplies, programs, and exhibitions, James House cultivates art culture on campus.
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.
The astronomy major is a good fit for students who want an in-depth education in astronomy that can be applied to a range of careers. Our faculty work at the cutting edge of modern astronomy and cosmology, creating exceptional research opportunities for majors.
At 7 p.m. on Friday, March 1, Haverford's Strawbridge Observatory will hold a family-friendly public observing event rain or shine. Photo: Sarah Jennings '21.
Haverford hosts guest speakers through programs such as Distinguished Visitors, the Young Academic Alumni Lecture Series, and the Mark and Lillian Shapiro Speaking Initiative. These lectures, classroom visits, and workshops enhance and supplement the core curriculum.
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Karen Masters collaborates with Oxford Professor Chris Lintott on Galaxy Zoo, an award-winning data-gathering project that asks the public to help identify features and structures in images of galaxies. Lintott recently visited campus and gave two talks. Photo by Olivia S. Wong '21.
*We have a very tiny magic 8 ball.