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Study Abroad

Expanding Horizons Globally

From Whitman to the World

The Office of Global Programs at Whitman College is dedicated to broadening students’ global perspectives and enhancing their intercultural skills, preparing them for ethical and purposeful lives. Our office provides personalized academic advising to help students select from over 80 study abroad programs. The Student Voices section offers insights into the diverse experiences of our participants.

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Global Programs Financial Aid

Funding Your Study Abroad Experience

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Whitman’s need-based aid and merit scholarships apply to all 80+ off-campus and study abroad partner programs, including Semester in the West.

A World of Options

37%

Students who complete an off-campus program prior to graduation

80+

Partner programs in 40+ countries

24

Languages available at various levels in our partner programs
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“Prague is so beautiful and inviting and homey, and there’s so much to do that it never feels dull. I was discovering new places to love all the way up to my last day.”

Zac B., Film and Media Studies major

Meet Our Global Whitman Team

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Kevin Morrison

Senior Director of Global Programs

Cody Tornow

Cody Tornow

Director of International Student and Scholar Support Services

Laura Cummings

Laura L. Cummings

Assistant Director of Global Programs

Nadir Ovcina

Nadir Ovcina ’17

Assistant Director of Off-Campus Studies

Stories of Exploration

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Adam Simon ’26: Community Advocate & Impactful Volunteer

Through four years of community-based work with the Career and Community Engagement Center, Adam Simon ’26 connected academics with real-world impact at Whitman College, earning recognition as a Newman Civic Fellow and shaping his future goals in community advocacy.
June 29, 2026

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Ishaan Swami ’26: Club Leader, Geology Researcher & World Traveler

At Whitman College, Ishaan Swami ’26 was deeply connected to people and place through research experiences, campus communities and study abroad. After graduation, he’ll continue meaningful research as a 2026 Bassett Traveling Fellow in Mongolia.
June 29, 2026

Portrait of Darta Sipola

Darta Sipola ’26: Healthcare Volunteer & Global Researcher

Darta Sipola ’26 explored healthcare from every angle at Whitman College—helping grow a student first responders club, volunteering at a community clinic and conducting global research. After graduation, she’ll continue that work as a 2026 Watson Fellow.
June 29, 2026

Connect With Us

Office of Global Programs
Memorial Building 205
345 Boyer Ave.
Walla Walla, WA 99362

509-527-4992
offcampusstudies@whitman.edu