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Upcoming Events
See your classmates and their children, attend a lecture without an exam, network with other alumni new to town—these are just a few reasons to attend events organized by the Alumni Office. Watch for announcements on this page, in your email inbox and in the monthly Whittie News for opportunities to connect with alumni, students and faculty.
Virtual Event: David Schmitz - The Transformation of Whitman College
March 11, 2025 - 4 p.m. PST
Zoom Link
Alumni, parents, and friends of Whitman College are invited to a virtual discussion of The Transformation of Whitman College: From a Regional to a National Liberal Arts College, 1975-2015, the third volume of the history of Whitman College written by Professor of History, Emeritus, David F. Schmitz.
An Evening with Bob Carson and the Outdoor Program
March 13, 2025
The Burke Museum at the University of Washington - Cascade Room
Join us for a special reception celebrating the tranformative experiential learning opportunities provided by Whitman's longstanding Outdoor Program. Learn how the Bob Carson Outdoor Program Fund is removing financial barriers for students, giving every Whittie the chance to participate in an OP trip, and creating a more accessible, equitable outdoors.
Get Up to Speed with the Finance Accelerator!
March 17, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
Washington Athletic Club, Seattle
Join fellow Whitties in business for a gathering with the students, faculty, and alumni behind one of Whitman's newest experiential learning programs. Meet and visit with industry and faculty partners, plus hear from the students participating in this year's Finance Accelerator, who are leveraging these relationships and applying their liberal arts skillsets to prepare for careers in business and finance.
Whitman at Mariners Spring Training
March 19, 2025 11 a.m.
Peoria Sports Complex, Arizona
Whitman alumni, parents, and friends are invited to a Spring Training game with the Mariners! This event starts with a tour of the Mariners' Spring Training facility at the Peoria Sportsplex, courtesy of Tim Hevly '88, Vice-President of Communications for the Seattle Mariners. Tickets include catered lunch at the ball park.
Printmaking with Whitman and Kristin Kyono ’95
March 22, 2025 2-4 p.m.
Berkeley Art Studio West
1950 Oxford Street
Room 230
Berkeley, CA 94720
Join us for a fun and creative afternoon to learn the art of printmaking in an informative two hour class taught by alum and printmaking instructor Kristin Kyono ’95. Take home a printed tote bag and poster to show off your work!
The Interstellar Medium in the Infrared: Using JWST and SOFIA to Study Nearby Galaxies
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Hotel deLuxe, Portland, OR
Alumni, parents and friends of Whitman College are invited to an in person discussion of The Interstellar Medium in the Infrared: Using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) to Study Nearby Galaxies presented by Assistant Professor of Astronomy Jessica Sutter '15.
The Neuroscience of Love with Nancy Day '05
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
EvenTide at Lake Union, Seattle, WA
Whitman alumni, parents and friends are invited to hear about The Neuroscience of Love from Assistant Professor of Psychology Nancy Day '05. As a student Psychology-Biology double major, Professor Day created her own Neuroscience major; she is now back on campus as a member of the faculty and the Co-Director of Brain, Behavior and Cognition (BB&C).
Should we Airbnb Grandma’s Cabin? Vacation Homes, Family Nostalgia, and the Sharing Economy with Michelle Janning
Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Violet Cactus, Sherman Oaks, CA
Whitman alumni, parents and friends are invited to an evening of learning and conversation in the LA area. Professor of Sociology Michelle Janning, Ph.D. will present research findings from her new book, "Investing in Enchantment: Memory, Market, and the Family Vacation Home."
Phi Delta Theta 110th Anniversary Celebration
April 25-27, 2025
Join Phi Delta Theta alumni from all eras and corners of the globe, The weekend features planned events with ample free time to enjoy all the valley has to offer. Registration is now open!
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Reunions
Find out everything you need to know about your upcoming class or cluster reunion.
Classes of 1960, 1965, 1970, 1980, 1985, 19989, 1990, 1991, 2000, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2015 - Sept. 26-28, 2025
50th Reunion for the Class of 1975 – May 22-25, 2025
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