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Frequently Asked Questions
  1. My student is struggling in her/his classes and could benefit from academic counseling and/or tutoring. Who should he/she contact?
  2. Our family situation has changed, which affects our finances. Who can answer my questions about financial aid?
  3. Where can I find information about rental housing in Walla Walla?
  4. I haven’t heard from my child in three months. How can I find out if something is wrong?
  5. My student may be having a substance abuse problem. Who can I contact?
  6. My student has a learning disability. What services can the College provide him/her?
  7. My student has a problem and I don't know who to call?
  8. Where can I find information about the available meal plans for my student?
  1. My student is struggling in her/his classes and could benefit from academic counseling and/or tutoring. Who should he/she contact?

    The Academic Resources Office offers academic support and advice for all students. Contact Clare Carson, Director of Academic Resources (509) 527-5213 or visit the Academic Resource Office home page.

  2. Our family situation has changed, which affects our finances. Who can answer my questions about financial aid?

    Contact the Office of Financial Aid Services, (509) 527-5178, or visit the Financial Aid Web page.

  3. Where can I find information about rental housing in Walla Walla?

    There are several sources for rental information. The Walla Walla Union Bulletin classified section can be accessed on line at www.union-bulletin.com. Local property managers are also a source of rental housing, including Coldwell Banker First Realtors, (509) 526-9000, Walla Walla Realty Co., (509) 525-4303, and Linscott, Wiley & Blize (509) 525-8700. Whitman College owns a limited number of properties that are rented to students. Contact Cathy Eng (509) 527-5393, or email eng@whitman.edu.

  4. I haven’t heard from my child in three months. How can I find out if something is wrong?

    Concerns about the well-being of a student should be directed to the Dean of Students Office at (509) 527-5158 or email clevelan@whitman.edu.

  5. My student may be having a substance abuse problem. Who can I contact?

    Whitman offers several counseling options. Begin by contacting the Counseling Center at (509) 527- 5195, or visit the Counseling Center Web Page.

  6. My student has a learning disability. What services can the College provide him/her?

    Contact Clare Carson, Director of Academic Resources (509) 527-5213 or email carsonc@whitman.edu. Clare will meet with the student to evaluate the situation and direct him/her toward available resources.

  7. My student has a problem and I don't know who to call?

    If unsure who to call, call the Dean of Students Office at (509) 527-5159 or email clevelan@whitman.edu.

  8. Where can I find information about the available meal plans for my student?

    You can check out the options at Bon Appetit's web page.