A newsletter for alumni and friends |
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The Winter 2020 issue of Whitman Magazine is coming this month! |
What's inside this issue? | • | Alumni share their stories of how their Whitman education helped them succeed in competitive high-tech industries. | | • | Through the 3-2 Engineering program, students build an engineering career on a foundation of critical thinking skills. | | • | Senior Jordon Crawford '21 leaves a legacy at Whitman through the Men of Color Association. | | • | And more! | |
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2020 Alumni Networking Events |
These events provide opportunities for alumni to meet other Whitties working in the community and inspire students who are exploring career options. |
If you haven’t had time to RSVP, you are still welcome to join us! |
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W Club Basketball Tailgate Salem, OR |
Our Blues take on the Willamette Bearcats. Stop at the Whitman table for pom poms and enter a free raffle for Whitman gear! |
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W Club Basketball Tailgate Portland, OR |
It's the Blues vs. the Lewis & Clark Pioneers. Join Whitman staff and W Club members at half-times and between games for refreshments and conversation! |
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Presentation and Social with Professor Arielle CooleyBoston, MA |
Join alumni, parents, and friends of Whitman College for a social gathering and talk by Dr. Arielle Cooley of the biology department. |
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Internship Provides Marine Biology Opportunities in Desert Climate |
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A college located 260 miles east of the Pacific Ocean may not be thought as the best environment to pursue studies in marine biology. But biology major Makana Stone ’20 found that despite Walla Walla, Washington’s high desert climate, she was able to find the opportunities she needed to pursue her love of marine science at Whitman College. Read more |
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Sustainability Expert Kim Smith ’90 Says the Future Depends on Us — and Education |
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Kim Smith ’90 returned to Whitman to give the 2019 Sava and Danica Andjelkovic Endowed Lecture: "Education for Sustainable Development: The Future Depends on Us!" Smith’s expertise in — and passion for — environmental sociology has made her an international leader in sustainability education. Read More |
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Murdock Conference Gives Students Valuable Opportunity to Present Research |
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This fall, nearly two dozen science students had the opportunity to share their research projects with other scientists and students at the 28th annual Murdock College Science Research Program Conference in Vancouver, Washington. Read more |
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50th Reunion of the Class of 1970 May 21-24, 2020Visit our Reunion page to RSVP, see who else is planning to attend, and view the reunion schedule |
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Upcoming Presidential Events |
Please join President Murray and special guests to learn how Whitman is improving access through increased scholarship aid, innovating the curriculum and the college experience for current students, and working to better prepare them for their lives after Whitman. Southern California
Sunday, January 26, 2020 at the Skirball Cultural Center Washington, DC Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at the National Union Building Registration for these events is opening soon. Check the Events page for details and more dates in Portland, Bay Area, NYC and Seattle. |
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September 24-27, 2020Classes of 1955, 1960, 1965, 1980, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1995, 2010, 2014, 2015 & 2016 Click here to view the Schedule, RSVP and see who else is planning to attend. |
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Follow your Blues on the road and at home. Livestreaming available for some events! |
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Alumni Association Travel |
Treasures of Morocco & Andalusia March 16-29, 2020 Optional prelude in Marrakesh March 13-17 Program exclusively designed for Whitman College Join Associate Professor of Hispanic Studies Nico Parmley for this spectacular travel opportunity with Whitman College. Experience the sensations of Africa and Spain on this 11-day journey from Casablanca to Seville. Space is limited and reservations are filling quickly. |
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Reserve Your Space Today!
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Whitman College Community Page on LinkedIn |
Join the LinkedIn Whitman College Community and expand your connections beyond Whitties Helping Whitties. Post job openings from your company, connect with alumni working in your field or desired field, get recommendations from peers, and share advice with alumni and students alike. |
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Did you live in or spend time in Anderson Hall? See how it has or hasn’t changed in this student led virtual tour. |
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Join those who make a difference. Your unrestricted gift enables Whitman to meet emerging needs and priorities. Please make your gift to support the Whitman Annual Fund. |
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WhitMail Project You can make a difference in the life of a graduating Whitman senior in just a few minutes with WhitMail. Learn how you can participate. Help welcome a senior to the ranks of alumni through the WhitMail Project! |
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W Club The W Club is dedicated to helping Whitman’s varsity student-athletes achieve competitive excellence. |
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Alumni Relations
345 Boyer Ave.
Walla Walla, WA 99362 alumni@whitman.edu |
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