The Current Issue
January 2025
Dennis Uniform Closure
Bryn Mawr’s uniform is a strong display of its community and values. Having a uniform, as stated by the Bryn Mawr website, is “based on the belief that students should arrive on campus dressed neatly and appropriately for a school setting and free of distractions.” However, Bryn Mawr's uniform provider, Dennis Uniforms, closed this October due to funding issues.
Mexico’s First Female President: Claudia Sheinbaum
In a monumental election for Mexico, a country renowned for its vibrant cultural heritage, history has been made: Mexico elects its first female president. Not only a milestone for women, her victory reshapes the social and political views of women throughout the entire nation.
AI in Academics
In the past few years, artificial intelligence, or AI, has undergone something of a revolution. No longer relegated to cautionary tales by authors like Ray Bradbury, AI—particularly generative AI—has embedded itself into daily usage through popular tools like ChatGPT.
cEll phone ban (interviews)
What are your initial thoughts and views about the phone ban? What do you think about having to put your phone away before class?
Celebrating the Paralympics: A Testament to Resilience and Excellence
The Paralympics are more than just a sporting event; it's a powerful celebration of courage, determination, and human spirit. Held every four years, the Paralympic Games showcase athletes with disabilities who compete at the highest levels across a wide range of sports.
Why New Students Chose Bryn Mawr
Americans spend just about 5% of their lifetimes in school. However, this 5% informs the path we take for the other 95%, so finding a good fit and a supportive setting is crucial.
The Raven’s Impact on the Baltimore Community
Baltimore is a city rich in culture, history, and community pride, and the Baltimore Ravens have become an integral thread in its social fabric. Beyond the touchdowns and tackles, the Ravens have established themselves as a symbol of hope, unity, and resilience, fostering a deep sense of community among Baltimorians.
The PSAT: The Exam’s Role in College Counseling at Bryn Mawr
This past October, the Bryn Mawr School’s junior class took the PSAT National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT), a required examination all students will encounter during their time at the Upper School.
Ninth Grade Leadership Roles at Bryn Mawr
As high school begins, Bryn Mawr’s freshmen have an opportunity to impact the school community by running for leadership positions awarded by election. Bryn Mawr encourages students to cultivate leadership skills early on by allowing them to run for these roles among their peers .
Generative AI in Art
Change is innately human and with change, comes innovation. The evolution of art is fascinating in how it developed in intricacy and skill as new innovations were created and became widespread.
Sri Lanka’s Newly Elected President and Hope for a Better Future
In July of 2022, people from all over Sri Lanka protested around their president's house, forcing President Mahinda Rajapaksa to leave the country… Although Sri Lanka’s economy is showing signs of recovery, their newly elected president, Anura Dissanayake, will face great challenges in his upcoming years to support the people and businesses that were significantly affected.
The Dangers of NIL in College Sports
One of the most controversial topics in college athletics is the Name, Image, and Likeness policy, also referred to as NIL, which was first instituted in July of 2021.
Winter Break Celebrations At the Bryn Mawr School
As Bryn Mawr students and teachers wrap up 2024 with midterms, they each celebrate the end of the year in a variety of different ways. Winter break, flooded with holidays, traditions, and relaxation, allows Bryn Mawr’s community to experience relaxing with excitement and delight.
Dem. Alsobrooks Against Rep. Hogan in Maryland Senate Election
Specific ads have been prevalent lately in the Youtube feeds of Marylanders. These ads, which have been labeled “inescapable” by one article from The Baltimore Sun, are funded by million-dollar political campaigns.
Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton
From late September to early October, Hurricanes peppered the internet with people gaining millions of views due to the ways they dealt with the oncoming natural disasters. The natural disasters in question were the two major hurricanes that bombarded Florida- Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
Interview with the Mawrtian mascot
“The most important part of being a mascot is spreading happiness and school spirit…It’s like being the heart of our school—pumping up the excitement and making sure everyone feels included!”
The Anxious Generation: Phones and Their Effects on Adolescents
Schools across the United States including Bryn Mawr have implemented a phone ban in an attempt to decrease the rising number of mental disorder diagnoses in adolescents. Whether or not enforcing a phone ban will address the issues that arise has been a subject of debate.
Q&A with Ms. Fetting: Phone ban
A hot topic across the Bryn Mawr community, the phone ban is usually met by an array of reactions, questions, and comments from teachers and students alike. To better understand the process that went behind this decision, The Quill sat down with Upper School Director Emily Fetting for a brief Q&A to ask a few questions that may be on students’ minds.