Whittie Wisdom

Whitman students are nothing if not generous! In Whittie Wisdom, they share their thoughts, tips and insights about navigating college life—and they share themselves through their unique voices. 

 A photo of a skiier looking to the right taken from behind.

Photo Blog: Behind the Scenes of Whitman’s Ski Teams

Quinn Skinner ’29 always knew she wanted to ski in college, so having two ski teams was a huge factor in attending Whitman. She says our skiing community is filled with new skiers and advanced skiers alike. Take a peek into what a season might just look like, both on and off the snow.

April 09, 2026

Three club tennis players take a selfie on an indoor tennis court

Tennis at Whitman: Varsity vs. Club Through Two Students’ Eyes

Whitman College tennis looks different for everyone. In this joint interview, Leah Lovato ’29 and Kyoka Tonoshi ’27 share what tennis means to them, how they balance athletics and academics, and what community looks like on and off the court.

January 28, 2026

Arden Hunt at a mountain retreat house during sunset.

Finding My Place in Whitman’s Outdoor Community

Arden Hunt ’25 grew up with a love for the outdoors. At Whitman, she found a community of Whitties ready to explore. Find out how she got involved and how it led to her launching a student magazine!

April 11, 2025

Maleda Sims runs on the track with a baton in hand.

Why I Chose Whitman as a First-Generation College Student

Choosing a college is tough, especially as a first-generation student. Maleda Sims ’25 shares how her Whitman community has supported her from the very beginning.

March 25, 2025

Patrick Mulikuza throwing a Frisbee

Whitman’s Ultimate Turned a Reluctant Athlete into a Frisbee Fanatic

Once a frustrated sports dropout, Patrick never expected to fall for ultimate frisbee. But Whitman Men’s Ultimate changed everything. Welcomed onto the field despite his inexperience, he found not just a team but a community—one that met every mistake with patience, humor, and encouragement.

February 26, 2025

Rock climber on the indoor climbing wall.

Getting a Grip on Whitman College

There are very few times you’ll catch me doing any kind of activity without a friend—and rock climbing is one of them.

March 27, 2024

Group on intramural sports students standing outside.

Playing Intramural Sports at Whitman

Despite hours and hours of practice, I realized pretty quickly during my high school career that I was not going to play a sport in college.

March 15, 2024

Runner outdoors.

The Balancing Act of Being a Student-Athlete

There are a lot of obligations that come with being a student-athlete. Finding your motivation is a really important part of thriving. There is a route for everyone to fulfill desires, as long as we care enough about them.

September 19, 2023