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News & Advice

Career Advising for First Years

Incoming students: Welcome to Swarthmore! We’re excited to meet you.
As you adjust to college life and explore new possibilities, we encourage you to meet with a Career Advisor.

By Talia Barnes

Dear Graduates: Leveraging Your Liberal Arts Education

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We hope you are proud of all your accomplishments during your time at Swarthmore College. While some of you know what your next steps will be, we know others may be working to figure out their …

By Kelly Dougherty

Dear Graduates: Job Searching in a Tight Economy

Students from the Class of 2026 are graduating into a challenging job market. It’s competitive, fast-paced, and can be exhausting. When the candidate pool is crowded, potential candidates need to be strategic in their approach. In addition to leveraging your …

By Kelly Dougherty