Whitman Stories
July 7, 2025
Why We Give: ‘Wonderful, Warm & Welcoming’ Whitman
Whittie parents, volunteers and donors Elizabeth Knapp and Chuck Smith talk about what inspires their connection to Whitman College and the impact it’s had on their family.
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July 2, 2025
One Whittie’s Mission To Empower Walla Walla Women & Children
After nearly 25 years at the helm of the YWCA of Walla Walla, Anne-Marie Zell Schwerin ’85 reflects on her impactful career at the nonprofit agency.
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June 30, 2025
Whitman at the Penitentiary Educates Through Shared Experiences
The Whitman at the Penitentiary program brings together students from campus with students incarcerated at the Washington State Penitentiary to explore real-world questions through classes in philosophy, literature, art and more.
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June 27, 2025
Rooted in Place: Alum Explores Seattle’s Street Trees in Illustrated Walking Guide
When the pandemic hit, Taha Ebrahimi ’01 knew she needed a project—a break from her day job in data visualization and a reason to get outdoors. Her quest to learn about her city’s trees became a Northwest bestseller, “Street Trees of Seattle.”
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June 23, 2025
Whitman Grads Go Global With New Fellowship
Thanks to a generous bequest from Mary Grace Bassett ’47, the new Bassett Traveling Fellowship will provide support for graduating seniors to pursue international research projects. Allegria Iteka ’25 and Terence Mahlatini ’25 are the first recipients.
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June 18, 2025
Strike Out Brain Cancer Fundraiser Honors Andrew Reed ’97
Whitman College alum Amy Reed ’00 is teaming up with the Seattle Mariners to honor her late husband, Andrew Reed ’97, and raise funds—and hope—to find a cure for brain cancer. Save the date for the July 19 event.
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June 16, 2025
Portrait of a Creative Student Leader
Art major Asya Johnson ’26 started a student-led Photography Club on campus that brings students together around a shared creative interest. Learn how she finds growth, leadership, community and creativity on campus.
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June 13, 2025
A Spring To Remember: The Semester in Photos
In the classroom, the lab, the studio and the stage, spring semester brought fresh opportunities for Whitman students to build new skills, expand their minds and showcase their amazing talents. Take a look back with us.
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June 12, 2025
Finn Leahy ’25 Selected for U.S. Teaching Assistantship in Austria
German Studies-Politics double major and recent Whitman College graduate Finn Leahy ’25 has been awarded a U.S. Teaching Assistantship to teach English in Austrian secondary schools.
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June 9, 2025
Semester in the West Explores New Directions
New faculty leaders share their vision for building on the rich traditions of Whitman’s signature interdisciplinary field program, where students spend 14 weeks on the road learning about the interior American West.
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June 5, 2025
Full of Promise: Meet Our Newest Alums
Say hello a few of the more than 400 Whitties who are stepping out into the world as the Class of 2025, bringing with them the knowledge, courage and wisdom they gained through classes, community and their time at Whitman College.
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June 4, 2025
Outdoor Program Celebrates 50 Years of Adventure
When Andy Dappen ’76 pitched a school-funded Outdoor Program to college leadership in 1975, he created a lasting legacy. For 50 years now, the Outdoor Program has been sparking amazing adventures, lifelong friendships and a love for the natural world in generations of Whitties.
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