Letters

As an Arab-American, I find it encouraging that Brendan Work ’10 (spring 2017, “Speaking the Same Language”) is teaching Arabic in Missoula, Mont. I strongly believe more Americans should be exposed to this beautiful and globally important language. 

In late March, Swarthmore publicly launched the Changing Lives, Changing the World campaign, announcing $253 million already committed toward a goal of $450 million by June 30, 2020. Our campaign is an opportunity for alumni, families, and friends to express joyfully their support for the mission of the College and propel Swarthmore forward in its distinguished history.

Way back, last century, when we had to sign credit card transactions, I dropped my Swarthmore pen at a checkout. The fellow behind me picked it up. I said it was celebrating 50 years since I graduated. He turned it over and inspected it closely. “It’s lasted well,” he said.

We continue to mourn the loss of Bunn Buraparat ’20. Those who knew Bunn remember his joyous, lively personality that belied his curious, kind, and thoughtful nature. Read more.

Strange that the cover of the summer 2017 Bulletin should link fish and curiosity. My curiosity about fish was a major reason for leaving Swarthmore after two years. In the 1950s, biology at Swarthmore was largely cellular, and not a fit for my interest in fish and wildlife.