Whitman Stories
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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October 9, 2024
Whitman’s New Third Space Center Celebrates Communities of Color
With the opening of the Third Space Center—a resource designed to honor and uplift communities of color—Whitman College reaffirms its commitment to creating an inclusive campus.
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October 1, 2024
A New Internship Endowment Will Power Strong Launches to Tech Careers
Serial entrepreneur Jonathan Sposato ’89 and his spouse, Heather Lowenthal, were inspired to dedicate their internship endowment to Whitman students exploring careers in startups and tech.
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September 27, 2024
New Series at Whitman Explores the Global Role & Impact of Journalism
The Center for Global Studies kicked off The Press in Times of Peril—a yearlong exploration of the intersection of media, democracy and global issues—this month with a fascinating roundtable discussion.
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September 26, 2024
Deep Roots: How Whitties Are Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Whitman students are celebrating their Hispanic heritage on and off campus this year with picnics, parades and more for Hispanic Heritage Month.
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