Whitman Stories
October 30, 2024
5 Ways To Celebrate & Learn About Día de los Muertos
Whitman students, staff and faculty will have unique opportunities to deepen their global understanding of Día de los Muertos this week in events that highlight the traditions of Indigenous communities.
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October 30, 2024
Democracy in Action: Whitman Students Co-Host Candidate Forum
Ahead of next week’s election, Whitman and Walla Walla heard from U.S. Representative candidates Michael Baumgartner and Carmela Conroy. The forum was a wonderful opportunity for students to engage in the democratic process.
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October 24, 2024
Pahlke Shares Thoughts on Talking With Kids About the Election
In this Good Housekeeping article, Whitman Associate Professor of Psychology Erin Pahlke weighs in on how to share age-appropriate information with kids about the upcoming election. They may be ready to talk politics younger than you think.
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October 23, 2024
Speakeasy Concert To Raise Money for SOS Health Clinic
Whitman’s three a cappella groups will join forces with the SOS Volunteer Club in an musical event this Saturday to support quality health care for uninsured and underinsured people in the Walla Walla Valley.
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October 22, 2024
‘Spirit Run’ Author Noé Álvarez ’07 To Read at Whitman
The Whitman alum returns to campus this week as a featured author for the 2024–2025 Visiting Writers Reading Series. In his memoirs, Álvarez explores his relationship to nature, spirituality, and his Mexican and Indigenous heritage.
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October 21, 2024
Post-Reunion Reflections From a Weekend in Walla Walla
Successful journalist, podcaster and Culture Study author Anne Helen Petersen ’03 revisited campus, friends and fond memories at Whitman’s Reunion Weekend 2024.
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October 18, 2024
A Radio Renaissance on Campus
With over 100 DJs, a calendar full of popular events and concerts, and a brand-new awards show, Whitman’s KWCW is thriving.
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October 17, 2024
Social Justice Concentration Is a Pathway for Changemakers
A new program at Whitman College provides an interdisciplinary pathway of theory, history and hands-on activities for students to integrate social justice studies throughout their education.
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October 16, 2024
It Takes a Village: Whitman Parents Support a Vibrant Campus Community
Christina and Peter Dawson, parents of Adam Dawson ’16, were inspired by their son’s Whitman experience to dedicate their gift to enriching campus life by supporting a transformative campus project: the new junior-senior residential village.
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October 14, 2024
Whitman College Receives National Award for Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine recognizes Whitman’s ongoing dedication to cultivate an inclusive campus community.
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October 11, 2024
New Opportunity for Students at 2024-2025 Visiting Writer Reading Series
The 2024–2025 Visiting Writer Reading Series kicked off with poet and essayist Lia Purpura. This year the series features a new integrated learning experience courtesy of Whitman College's Penrose Library.
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October 10, 2024
Gratitude Inspires This Whittie To Give Annually to The Whitman Fund
Whitman gave Wing Lam ’12 confidence in her own voice, versatile skills that led to a thriving tech career and lifelong friendships. It’s why she’s committed to giving today’s students the same opportunities.
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