<p>Swarthmore’s admitted student weekend, Ride the Tide, was very diverse. I exaggerate, but it seemed like 50% of the white people I met were white Hispanics/of mixed race, and half of the other half was otherwise hooked (e.g. Questbridge girl from Nebraska).</p>
<p>I agree that Swarthmore lacks in political diversity. However, I doubt the admissions office wants to change that, because an increase in conservative-minded students would probably lead to a decrease in Swarthmore’s (Quaker, hence very liberal) brand of social justice. For example, many of the cultural groups have “closed” membership to create a safe space for self-identifying students; whatever you may think of the concept, it is solidly liberal and sanctioned by the administration.</p>