SWARTHMORE - Key Persons
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- Senior Associate Director, Reporting & Analytics
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- Director of Support Services at ITS
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- Director, Swarthmore Fund Leadership Programs
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- Director of Health and Wellness Services
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- Associate Director, Swarthmore Fund
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- Director, Alumni & Family Communities
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- Marketing & Engagement Coordinator
Andrés '22 joins the team recently graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art. Aside from their fine art pursuits, he has a strong interest in visual design and the influence visual campaigns can have on targeted audiences. He has previously designed for the Swarthmore's Center to Innovation and Leadership, Pennsylvania Education Scholars, and a freelancing platform startup, Clutch. They are excited to hone in their design and communication skills to ensure our resources are known and helpful to students across campus. Contact Phone Number 610-328-8352 Location Parrish 135 Email aperezc2@swarthmore.edu LinkedIn @andresperezc Recent Posts Events in April 2025 from Career Services Events in March 2025 from Career Services Celebrating Black Alumni - 2025 Events in February 2025 from Career Services Save the Date(s): Events in Spring 2025 from Career Services
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- Vice President for Communications
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- Lecturer, Columbia University Law School, October 2004
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- Director, Advancement Systems
As you may recall, Bindu Jayne joined Swarthmore earlier this month as Title IX Coordinator and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this critical role. We write today with updates on our continued efforts to make Swarthmore a safe place for all students and a supportive place for victims and survivors of sexual assault.
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- Member of the Dining Services Staff
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- Professor of History, Co - Chair
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- Associate Director, Gift Planning
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- Records Information Specialist
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- Director, Donor Relations
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- Associate Director, Individual Giving
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- Director, Prospect Discovery
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- Senior Associate Director, Advancement Events
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- Associate Director, Donor Relations
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- Associate Director, Alumni & Family Communities
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- Administrative Assistant II
Dr. Claire Klieger relates particularly well to students who are unsure of what they want to be when they grow up because that is how she felt as an undergraduate double majoring in English and Anthropology at the University of Virginia. As a career professional she's focused on highlighting the value and versatility of a liberal arts education, and enjoys working with students on identifying their transferable skills. Before joining the Swarthmore community, Claire spent over 15 years in Career Services at the University of Pennsylvania and has also done international development consulting work in Morocco. Claire has a doctorate in Higher Education Management from the University of Pennsylvania, and spent her formative years living and learning abroad in the Middle East and North Africa.
In her free time, Claire enjoys spending time with her family, crafting, swimming, and walking her dogs - Coco & Lucy. Learn more about the personality profiles and dream jobs of all of our Career Services pets here.
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- Associate Vice President, Alumni & Family Programs
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- Advancement Events Assistant, Alumni and Family Programs
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- Director, Employer Connections & Assessment
Erin has been working in Career Services at Swarthmore since June 2003. In addition to meeting one on one with students as they explore their professional identities, one of Erin's primary responsibilities is employer development through building new partnerships and strengthening current employer relationships. Erin works to coordinate recruiting initiatives, both on and off campus, for employers who are interested in connecting with Swarthmore students. Erin also manages various programs in an effort to provide students with guidance and knowledge around diverse career topics. She continues to be amazed and inspired by the students she has the privilege to work with every day. Outside of work, Erin enjoys life with her amazing husband (and high-school sweetheart) and 3 adorable boys! She loves spending time with her family, Philly sports and relaxing at the shore whenever possible.
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- Senior Director, Marketing & Donor Relations
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- Vice President for Finance and Administration
As Vice President for Finance and Administration Greg Brown approaches his retirement, I write with some details on our interim plans and an update on the search for his successor.
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- Member of the Board of Managers
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- Professor Emeritus of Economics
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- Senior Records Information Specialist
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- Associate Director, Career Education
Jen (she/her) believes in the strong link between personal identity and career fulfillment. She hold a B.A. in East Asian Studies and Business Management from Gettysburg College and a M.Ed. in College Counseling from University of Delaware. Joining the college in 1999, she has been rewarded by working with the fabulous students and colleagues at Swarthmore. Jen enjoys the balance between career counseling and career exploration program planning her job allows. She enjoys educating students about their career options and sees her job as being an educator for career development. Managing experiential learning programs such as SwatWorks micro internships, she finds it very rewarding to hear about the many successful experiences students gain. Jen is passionate helping students develop through experiential learning continuing their career education.
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- Assistant Director, Leadership Engagement
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- Dean of Students Tomoko Sakomura
- Interim Dean of Students
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- Assistant Vice President, Advancement Operations
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- Associate Vice President, Capital Giving & Campaigns
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- Associate Director, Gift Planning
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- Director, Gift & Data Records
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- Administrative Assistant II
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- Head of Digital Initiatives
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- Associate Director, Alumni & Parent Engagement
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- Assistant Director, Employer Relations
With a BA in Communication Studies and an MS in Higher Education Counseling from West Chester University, Kelly is dedicated to helping students in their journey of self-exploration and preparing for life beyond Swarthmore. Kelly's primary responsibilities include career counseling and employer relations. In addition to career counseling, she also has a research background in Healthy Communication and Conflict Management.
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- Associate Director, Marketing
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- Associate Director, Prospect Discovery Management
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- Associate Director, Career Education
Kristie (she/her) enjoys helping Swarthmore students and alumni to develop career goals, consider options and reach their fullest potential. She meets individually with students of all majors and talks with groups of students and alumni. She is instrumental in facilitating alumni mentoring of students, often in conjunction with the Alumni Council. Joining the Swarthmore Career Services staff in 2010, after 8 years working in Career Services, was a smart career move for her! She earned a Master of Science in Counseling, Higher Education from West Chester University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Gettysburg College.
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- Advancement Program Coordinator
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- Head Men 's Basketball Coach
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- Lecturer, Lincoln University, 2003
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- Administrative Coordinator
Lisa has had the pleasure of welcoming students into the Career Center for 2 decades. From those who come with little to no idea where their path may lead to those who are driven and motivated by a specific goal or opportunity, it is always satisfying to watch them develop into young professionals. Outside of the office you will find Lisa spending time with her grandchildren, crafting or boating and fishing in Long Beach Island NJ.
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- Professor of Computer Science
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- Dean of Students, Co - Chair
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- Senior Associate Director, Class Year & Reunion Giving
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- Administrative Assistant II
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- Senior Officer, International & Family Philanthrophy
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- Administrative Assistant II, Alumni and Family Programs
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- Assistant Director, Alumni & Family Communities
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- Director, Advancement Events
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- Associate Director, Alumni & Family Programs
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- Interim Title IX Coordinator
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- Associate Dean of Students
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- Lecturer, University of Chicago, February 2005
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- Associate Director, Assessments & Technology
Pattie earned her BA from Haverford College and her M.S.Ed in higher education from the University of Pennsylvania. She is most interested in helping liberal arts students develop and explore career interests as they relate to their studies, extra-curricular experiences, and personal interests. In her free time, she loves to cook and spend time with her friends and family.
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- Associate Director, Family Philanthropy
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- Director, Data & Technology Services
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- Associate Director, Individual Giving
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- Assistant Director, Prospect Research & Management
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- Associate Vice President, Gift Planning
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- Edmund Allen Professor Emeritus
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- Vice President, Advancement
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- Clark County Commission Chair
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- Senior Officer, Individual Giving
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- Senior Associate Director, Reporting & Analytics
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- Gift Planning Administrator
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- Professor Emeritus of English Literature
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- Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Associate Professor of Art History
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- Senior Gift Information Specialist
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- President
- Chairman of the Board of Managers Tom Spock '78 Sent the Following Message to the
- Member of the American Academy of Arts
- President / Ad Hoc Committee
President Valerie Smith Receives Honorary Degree
President Valerie Smith received an honorary doctor of letters from Hong Kong Baptist University, in recognition of a dynamic first year at Swarthmore. More from President Valerie Smith Receives Honorary Degree
With deep sadness, I write to share the news that Richter Professor Emeritus of Political Science David Gilbert Smith died on Thursday, Sept. 28. He was 96. Read the full message.
A few moments ago, Smith College announced to its community that it has found its next president. I am overjoyed (and a bit sad) to share with you that that individual is Provost and Dean of the Faculty Sarah Willie-LeBreton. Sarah will remain in her current role at Swarthmore through the academic year before joining Smith as its 12th president on July 1, 2023. Read the full message.
In a series of recent conversations and in the student press, survivors and allies have proposed changes to the College's Title IX policies and procedures. Most recently, Organizing for Survivors (O4S) held a rally in Parrish during which they bravely shared their experiences and issued a list of proposed changes with the expectation that President Smith would respond thoroughly and quickly to their letter. Read the full message.
President Valerie Smith and Chair of the Board of Managers Tom Spock '78 sent the following message to the Swarthmore community on Feb.
President Valerie Smith sent the following message to the community on Jan. 24, 2017.
President Valerie Smith sent the following message to the Swarthmore community at 11:30 a.
Valerie Smith, a distinguished scholar of African American literature, is the 15th president of Swarthmore College, where her priorities have included strengthening and expanding initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; supporting curricular innovation; improving the campus's facilities and infrastructure; ensuring the College fulfills its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2035; and strengthening relationships between the College and the region.
In service of those priorities and under President Smith's leadership, Swarthmore recently concluded Changing Lives, Changing the World, the largest comprehensive fundraising campaign in the College's history. The campaign raised more than $440 million, including more than $110 million for financial aid. This unprecedented support for students will help the College continue to diversify its student body, including by supporting more low-income and first-generation students. Swarthmore remains one of the few colleges in the country to practice need-blind admissions - admitting students regardless of their ability to pay tuition.
President Smith's commitment to sustainability is also reflected in the College's carbon charge program and the President's Sustainability Research Fellowship program. The fellowships match motivated students with small teams of staff and faculty mentors to research, develop, and implement high-impact sustainability projects in a yearlong course and associated internship.
President Smith is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Council on Foreign Relations and serves on the boards of the American Council on Education, the Bogliasco Foundation, the National Museum of the American Indian, the Public Service Enterprise Group, and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Bates College, she earned her M.A. and Ph.D. degrees at the University of Virginia. Previously, she was a professor of English and African American studies at the University of California, Los Angeles, and the Woodrow Wilson Professor of Literature, founding director of the Center for African American Studies, and dean of the college at Princeton University. She is the author of three books on African American literature and culture and the editor or co-editor of five others.
"You are always an agent. When you don't act, you act. When you don't vote, you vote." -- Tony Kushner
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- Lecturer, Columbia University, 2001