Magill's 100 Rules
In 1883, the College's second president Edward Magill issued a strict code of conduct to govern students, known as the "100 rules." They stand in stark contrast to the Swarthmore Bucket List of 150 things that resonate with current and past students to do before graduation. The Rules reflect the founders' interest in providing discipline and a guarded education to Swarthmore students, although they were liberalized to attract more students near the end of Magill's tenure as president in 1889.
Social Relations
The parlor is open for students at stated times, and no other rooms shall be regularly open to both sexes for social purposes.
Students of the two sexes, except brothers and sisters, shall not walk on the grounds of the College, nor in the neighborhood, nor to or from the railroad station or the skating grounds. They shall not coast upon the same sled.
No clubs for playing tennis, croquet, or other games shall consist of both sexes. Clubs shall not invite students of the other sex, nor shall clubs of different sexes exchange games except by permission of the Faculty.
Sets for playing any game which are the property of the College may be used by parties consisting of both sexes. Permission to use them will be given by the Matron in the order of application. These sets must always be used in the localities designated by the Faculty; and persons using them must bring them into the house and leave them in their proper places.
No societies for literary or social purposes shall consist of both sexes. Classes may meet occasionally to elect officers and to transact other class business; but not during study periods of the day or evening, except by permission of the President.