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February 2011 |
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Dear Alumni and Parents,
On February 16, we will celebrate Whitman College Founder’s Day on campus and at a special gathering in Portland, Oregon. In the 1950s, Founder’s Day meetings were held all over the country; alumni gathered to reconnect with each other and commemorate the founding of their alma mater. In the 1980s, a formal speech by a college administrator marked the day. However, for some reason, the tradition of celebrating Founder’s Day fizzled. Today, the Documenting the Past Committee of the Alumni Association Board of Directors, is reviving this important tradition with the goal to educate students and remind alumni about Whitman’s rich history. The committee has encouraged articles about the College’s history in the Whitman Magazine and history talks during reunion weekends.  It has also hosted special events on February 16. Why that date? The Rev.
Cushing Eells, Whitman’s founder, was born on February 16, 1810, and died on
that same day 83 years later.This year on February 16, students will be greeted in the Reid Campus Center with none other than Cushing Eells (aka Rogers Miles, senior adjunct assistant professor of religion, who portrays the Rev. Cushing Eells at community events). A “birthday cake” will be served, and photographs from Whitman’s early days will be displayed. Alumni office staff will be on hand to talk to students about Whitman’s history. In Portland, President George Bridges will give a Founder’s Day address to alumni, parents and friends (see details below). If you do not live in the Portland area or if you are unable to join us, we encourage you to raise a glass to toast Whitman’s founder, the Rev. Cushing Eells. Documenting Whitman’s past is a crucial part of remembering Whitman’s past. You can do your part by submitting materials that shed light on student life, including diaries, correspondence, photographs, scrapbooks, course-related materials, records of student organizations and activities, and memoirs. If you have such items, please contact the college archivist, Michael Paulus, at paulusmj@whitman.edu or 509-526-4731. Nancy Mitchell, Associate Director of Alumni Relations On behalf of the Documenting the Past Committee and the Alumni Association Board of Directors |
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Whitman in the News Acclaimed professor, documentarian Henry Louis Gates Jr. visits campus  Capping off Whitman’s commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Gates addressed “Roots: Genealogy, Genetics and African American History” and reconnected with a former student, Whitman Assistant Professor of English Nadine Knight.Read more. Teacher Daniel Snare ’83 receives Grosvenor Fellowship The award sent the high school science teacher on a two-week, in-depth exploration to Norway aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Read more. Faculty news briefs Learn about the work of the Whitman faculty, including collaborative research with students on campus, conference presentations, books and publications and more. Read more. Visit the Newsroom. Events Founder’s Day Celebration in Portland, OR  February 16, 2011 • 6-8 p.m. • The Crowne Plaza, Bellmont RoomJoin us for an evening of good conversation, hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and remarks by President George Bridges. Read more and RSVP by February 11. Reception with George Bridges in San Francisco, CA February 22, 2011 • 6 p.m. • Parc 55 Wyndham, Market Room, 55 Cyril Magnin Street You are invited to a reception with Whitman College President George Bridges. Join us for light hors d’oeuvres and an update from the president. Read more and RSVP by February 17. Professional Forum with Sigvard “Ted” Hansen ’57, M.D. in Seattle, WA February 25, 2011 • 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. • Harbor Club Seattle, 801 Second Ave, 17th Flr Sigvard “Ted” Hansen ’57, M.D., will speak on Changes in Trauma Surgery over 40 years. Dr. Hansen, a pioneering orthopedic surgeon is often lauded as the “father of traumatology.” Read more and RSVP by February 18. Jazz Ensemble Weekend and Concert in Walla Walla, WA April 7 - April 9, 2011 • 6:00 p.m. • Whitman College Campus and Walla Walla venues After 22 years of teaching and performing at Whitman College, Dave Glenn is retiring at the end of this academic year. The Whitman College Alumni Office would like to give past students and jazz ensemble performers the chance to send him off with a weekend of fun and memories. Read more and RSVP by March 31. View our Calendar of Events Reunion Updates Spring and Debate Reunion Weekend • April 28 – May 1, 2011  Class of 1971 and Classes of 1980, 1981 and 1982View the schedule of events, find accommodation information, RSVP and see who else plans to attend. Read More. Second Annual W Club Golf Tournament • April 29th, 2011 Join us at the spectacular Wine Valley Golf Club. Registration starts at 12 noon. An awards banquet immediately follows the tournament and is available to golfers and non-golfers alike. Last year’s event attracted nearly 100 players and we are hoping to fill the field (120 players maximum) this year. Presently enlisting captains willing to take responsibility for putting together a foursome at skipmolitor@gmail.com. Fiftieth Reunion Weekend • May 19 – 22, 2011  Class of 1961View the schedule of events, find accommodation information, RSVP and see who else plans to attend. Read More. More Reunions: 50-Plus and Greek 50-Plus • Fall Reunion The Whitman Magazine  Watch for a reader survey e-mail in February. This is a random survey, so not everyone will receive one. However, you’re welcome to send your comments and story ideas to the editor anytime at brownll@whitman.edu. Watch your mailbox in mid-March for the next issue of Whitman Magazine. And remember, the current issue and the archive are always available online. Whittie News Readership Survey We hope you have enjoyed the new Whittie News and are always looking for better ways to keep you informed about Whitman College. Please take a few minutes to complete our Whittie News readership survey using the link below. Responses are voluntary and confidential. Thank you. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/LSDC8GB. Virtual Career Fair
Why We Love Whitman Parting Shot by Greg Lehman, Whitman photographer February is time to reflect on the founding of Whitman College. Since 1901, Memorial building has been the center of our campus and icon for the College. On Founder’s Day, February 16, reconnect with a Whitman faculty member, classmate, mentor or parent who was influential in your time at Whitman. Strengthen your ties to help us build a strong future for the next generation of Whitman students. View Full Size.  |
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The Student Engagement Center will be holding its 2nd Annual Virtual Career and Internship Fair in February 2011. If you or your company have positions to post, or would simply like to gain some exposure to bright and accomplished Whitman students, we encourage you to participate!
Cost for organizations to participate is $10, which can be paid by check or by credit card. Please contact Ali Barlow at 509-527-5183 or Whitman College Alumni Office | 219 Marcus Street | Walla Walla, WA 99362 509.527.5167 or 800.835.9448 ext. 1 | alumni@whitman.edu Editors: Jason Arp ’94 and Teri Durfee • Graphics.Layout.Design: Teri Durfee |