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Whitman College 2010 Phonathon
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| The focus of the annual phonathon is on unrestricted gifts. You can make a difference by supporting the College's educational mission. Unrestricted gifts help Whitman College to: |
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Any questions regarding the Phonathon can be directed to
Brenda Sanchez; Annual Fund Officer email: sanchebm@whitman.edu, phone: 509.527.5943 |
| Amber Sunday and Wednesday Night Phonathon Manager Home Town: Edmonds, WA Class Year: 2010 Major: Race and Ethnic Studies with a Politics Minor Activities: Kappa Alpha Theta, Whitman Symphony, Give 20 Challenge What makes Whitman special to me: The strong community of students, faculty, staff and alumni that love our beautiful campus and the experiences, both academic and non-academic, that they’ve had here. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I am happy to help strengthen the connection between the College and its alumni by keeping them involved and informed. It's inspiring to hear about what our alumni have done throughout the years and it's rewarding to gain their support of new projects and programs that are taking place at Whitman. |
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Claire Monday Night Phonathon Manager Home Town: Seattle, WA Class Year: 2010 Major: Philosophy, Pre-med Activities: Delta Gamma, Chorale, Admissions Team, Adopt-a-Grandparent What makes Whitman special to me: Whitman is special to me because of the unique atmosphere and the type of people that are drawn to it. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love talking to people and hearing stories about their time at Whitman. This is a great place and I want to help make sure it remains that way. |
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| Allison Tuesday Night Phonathon Manager Home Town: Pacific Grove, CA Class Year: 2010 Major: History Activities: Whitman Mentor Program, Kappa Alpha Theta, Whitman Rugby & Lacrosse What makes Whitman special to me: I love the small size; the teachers are really accessible and it allows for a strong community feeling. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love talking to alumni and hearing their stories. It’s also a great job because I can acquire a lot of important skills for future jobs. Also, as a student aided by scholarship I want to give back as much as possible to that fund. |
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Al-Rahim Phonathon Caller Home Town: Bellevue, WA Class Year: 2013 Major: Undeclared Activities: I enjoy playing sports, especially swimming and basketball. I like to sing and dance and just have a “happy time,” all the time. What makes Whitman special to me: Whitman is a really beautiful and fun place to be! Everyone is always happy and nice. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: It is nice to interact with others who have been educated in the same place I have. |
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| Julia Phonathon Caller Home Town: Tiburon, CA Class Year: 2011 Major: Environmental Studies/Politics Activities: Kappa Alpha Theta, IM flag football, Whitman Mentor What makes Whitman special to me: Whitman fosters a close, caring community which encourages all students to grow through the ability to explore a wide variety of activities and experiences with a variety of people and personalities. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: Whitman has given me so much and Phonathon is a great way to let alumni give back to reinforce the community and activities. |
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Emily Phonathon Caller Home Town: Campbell, CA Class Year: 2010 Major: Psychology Activities: Kappa Alpha Theta, Panhellenic Council, Intramural Bowling, Tennis, Football, and Dodgeball. What makes Whitman special to me: I really enjoy being able to speak with Whitman alumni regarding their past time spent here, my current experiences at the college as well as the current happenings of Whitman. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love Phonathon because it allows me to interact with Whitman alumni. I think that it is important to stay connected with those who have attended before and after you, and maintain the special bond Whitman students of all ages have. |
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| Lisa Phonathon Caller Home town: Scarborough, ME Class Year: 2013 Major: Undeclared Activities: Campus Greens, Campus Climate Challenge, Organic Garden, Whitman Mentor Program What makes Whitman special to me: The drive and enthusiasm of the students. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: To connect with alumni. |
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Kelsey Phonathon Caller Home Town: Friday Harbor, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: English Activities: Kappa Alpha Theta, Adopt a Grandparent, Blue Mountain Action Council What makes Whitman special to me: The amazing community and support system this school offers. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love talking to alumni and sharing with them my experiences. |
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| Enrica Phonathon Caller Home Town: Bar Harbor, ME Class Year: 2010 Major: Politics Activities: Delta Gamma, Whitman mentor Program Intern, State of the State Scholar, IM Dodgeball What makes Whitman special to me: Whitman is wonderful because it is so full of people who are passionately interested in such diverse things that you are forever discovering something new and amazing. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I feel very lucky to have had such incredible opportunities and experiences at Whitman and love being able to help continue those programs. The most enjoyable part is the great stories from alumni, though! |
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Dujie Phonathon Caller Home Town: Yakima, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: BBMB Activities: ASWC Senate, Sports Editor for the Pio, Slam Poetry, Beta Theta Pi What makes Whitman special to me: The relationships I have forged at Whitman are amongst the strongest I have ever developed. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I feel that being a Phonathon Caller allows me, in a small part, to give back to the college which has given me so much. |
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| Nehali Phonathon Caller Home Town: Eugene, OR Class Year: 2013 Major: Politics Activities: Adopt a Grandparent, Kappa Kappa Gamma, YAP, Intramural Volleyball What makes Whitman special to me: The people are what makes Whitman special to me. It’s amazing to have such a strong support group of students, faculty, and professors. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love Whitman and want to contribute in every way I can! |
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Anna Phonathon Caller Home Town: Portola Valley, CA Class Year: 2010 Major: Environmental Studies/ Geology Activities: Club Lacrosse, Intramural Sports, Campus Climate Challenge, Spanish, Kayaking, Backpacking What makes Whitman special to me: The close knit community and the unique students, professors, and staff who are a part of it. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love Whitman and want to meet alumni! |
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| Hari Phonathon Caller Home Town: Beaverton, OR Class Year: 2013 Major: Classical Studies/ History Activities: Whitman Events Board, Black Student Union, procrastinating What makes Whitman special to me: The community! People here are glorious. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: Don’t we all need a little money from time to time? |
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Linnea Phonathon Caller Home Town: Seattle, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: Undecided Activities: Tutor for Intro to Environmental Studies, Whitman Cooking Club What makes Whitman special to me: The small, close knit community, the wide array of great classes, and the awesome professors who teach those classes! Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I appreciate all that Whitman has given me, and I am happy to give back in some small way so that other students can have the same great experience. |
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| Katie Phonathon Caller Home Town: Vashon Island, WA Class Year: 2013 Major: Undecided Activities: Delta Gamma, intramural sports, skiing, various volunteer activities and community service. What makes Whitman special to me: Whitman has an amazing community filled with diverse and unique people. It is a community like no other. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love Whitman and want to get involved in whatever way I can. I am excited to share my experiences and connect with the community. |
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Katie Phonathon Caller Home Town: East Wenatchee, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: Environmental Studies, Sociology Activities: Varsity Swim Team, Kappa Alpha Theta, Mentoring, Campus Climate Challenge, College Coaches What makes Whitman special to me: I have benefitted from the generous donations from alumni through sports and Theta and want to help gather and spread the Whitman love. |
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| Maryn Phonathon Caller Home Town: Mercer Island, WA Class Year: 2010 Major: History Activities: Senior Fund Chairperson, Development Office Intern, Flag football, Step Aerobics/Boot Camp Instructor, Whitman Investment Company, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Admissions Office Lunch Host, Reid Campus Center Building Manager What makes Whitman special to me: Whitman is truly a second home to me. Not only have I been blessed by my academic experience, but the support of my friends, faculty, and staff makes this place home. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I want Whitman to continue to be the best institution possible so that future Whitties can have the same great experiences that I did! |
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Corina Phonathon Caller Home Town: Portland, OR Class Year: 2010 Major: History, Chemistry Minor Activities: Women’s Varsity Soccer, Senior Fund Committee, Whitman Mentor Program, BFFC Front Desk What makes Whitman special to me: The people here — they are bright and interesting and have helped me grow as a person in the past four years. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I have had an amazing experience at Whitman and value the opportunity to help future students have a similar experience. |
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| Patrick Phonathon Caller Home Town: Eugene, OR Class Year: 2013 Major: Possibly religion, currently undeclared Activities: Radio Show, IM Basketball, Primitive skills, obtaining wisdom, honing skills What makes Whitman special to me: The sunsets/ night sky when celestial bodies are visible. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I thoroughly enjoy speaking, so I figured “Why not get paid for it?” As an afterthought, alumni donations are incredibly important for schools. I think it will be rewarding to be a piece of that process. |
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Rebecca Phonathon Caller Home Town: Wrangell, AK Class Year: 2013 Major: Psychology Activities: Radio Show What makes Whitman special to me: The general atmosphere and the classes. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: It seemed like an interesting and fun job. |
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| Marla Phonathon Caller Home Town: Lake Tahoe. CA Class Year: 2011 Major: Music Activities: I love to cook for friends and family. I also love being in the sun, playing frisbee, and playing the piano. What makes Whitman special to me: Whitman has an unparalleled community feel to it. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: Whitman is a big part of my life and I love talking about the school. |
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Kelsie Phonathon Caller Home Town: Omak, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: Sociology Activities: Kappa Alpha Theta, A-Team What makes Whitman special to me: All of the amazing opportunities that come from being a Whitman student-abroad opportunities, alumni opportunities, and all the social networks. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love interacting with alumni, and I love being able to give back to a college that has given me so much. |
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Cassie Phonathon Caller Home Town: Seattle, WA Class Year: 2010 Major: Economics, Mathematics Activities: Kappa Kappa Gamma, Whitman College Prison Research Group, College Coaches What makes Whitman special to me: The people, the professors, size of the college, the campus itself. Also, the administrative staff; they’re so nice! Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I did it sophomore year and really enjoyed not only helping out Whitman but getting to talk to alumni, hearing good stories, etc. |
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| Jenna Phonathon Caller Home Town: Bothell, WA Class Year: 2011 Major: Psychology Activities: IM Sports: Basketball, soccer, football What makes Whitman special to me: I love the atmosphere, the people are amazing and I really feel like it’s one of the best places in the world. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I believe that Whitman has a lot to offer and really changes lives for the better. I love helping to support that. |
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Gabe Phonathon Caller Home Town: Redmond, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: Politics Activities: Rugby, Hillel-Shalom, KWCW, Campfire Afterschool Camp, Beta Theta Pi What makes Whitman special to me: The multitude of student interests that are expressed in a variety of formats, as well as the personalized attention from faculty. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I have chosen to support Whitman as a caller to give back to this institution that has already given me a lot. |
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| Chris Phonathon Caller Home Town: Bellevue, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: Philosophy Activities: Swimming, cycling, running, chorale What makes Whitman special to me: It’s a place full of people who are passionate about learning things in all sorts of areas. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I enjoy calling because it’s fun and I really like talking with alumni and hearing all their cool stories. |
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Ben Phonathon Caller Home Town: Portland, OR Class Year: 2010 Major: Biology Activities: Phi Delta Theta, Intramural Sports, Referee IM Football What makes Whitman special to me: I enjoy the close-knit nature of the student body. I also like how all of the students here are so friendly. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: It’s a great way to give back to the college and interact with alumni. I also think it will be a fun way to interact with other students on campus. |
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| Andrew Phonathon Caller Home Town: Woodinville, WA Class Year: 2013 Major: Undeclared Activities: Soccer, Phi Delta Theta, Music, Writing, Naps What makes Whitman special to me: I love the people here. I really enjoy the laid-back atmosphere. It’s just a great place to be. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I have chosen to support the college as a Phonathon caller to better enhance the college and give back to it. |
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Christine Phonathon Caller Home Town: Everett, WA Class Year: 2011 Major: Biology Activities: Theta, Volunteering, college coaches What makes Whitman special to me: All the close friends I’ve made and the memories we’ve had together. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: Whitman has done so much for me and I wanted to do something for Whitman. |
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| Brett Phonathon Caller Home Town: Bellevue, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: Sociology Activities: Whitman dance team, mentoring, IM Sports, ballet What makes Whitman special to me: I’ve spent the best two years of my life here. The people are great. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I love Whitman. |
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Donna Phonathon Caller Home Town: Tacoma, WA Class Year: 2012 Major: Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology Activities: Tennis, Rock climbing, being in the Interest House Community (TEK), Science Why Whitman is special to me: Whitman has a place for everyone and I was lucky enough to find mine. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: Great opportunities to hear more about Whitman. |
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| Shellin Phonathon Caller Home Town: Everett, WA Class Year: 2010 Major: Economics Activities: Hui Aloha; The Pioneer; Club Tennis; Whitman Investment Company; Intramural Football, Bowling, and Tennis What makes Whitman special to me: Being able to cultivate meaningful relationships with friends, professors, staff, and Walla Walla community members has provided me more than just an education; these connections will always be special and meaningful to me. Why I am a Phonathon Caller: I believe that being a Phonathon caller is a great way to connect with Whitman alumni and help support the college in providing excellent academics and activities. |
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