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Jonathan Sposato
October 1, 2024

A New Internship Endowment Will Power Strong Launches to Tech Careers

Serial entrepreneur Jonathan Sposato ’89 and his spouse, Heather Lowenthal, were inspired to dedicate their internship endowment to Whitman students exploring careers in startups and tech.
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Deepa Kumar and Gabriela Martínez, alongside moderators Nazaaha Penick ’25 and Nicole Simek.
September 27, 2024

New Series at Whitman Explores the Global Role & Impact of Journalism

The Center for Global Studies kicked off The Press in Times of Peril—a yearlong exploration of the intersection of media, democracy and global issues—this month with a fascinating roundtable discussion.
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A group of Whitman College students posing for a picture.
September 26, 2024

Deep Roots: How Whitties Are Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Whitman students are celebrating their Hispanic heritage on and off campus this year with picnics, parades and more for Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Mary Lee Masterson ’48
September 11, 2024

Whitman Alumna’s Estate Gift Endows Scholarship for Computer Science Majors

Thanks to a substantial gift from the estate of the late Mary Lee Masterson ’48, a new endowed scholarship will benefit Computer Science majors at Whitman College.
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Molly McBranch '84 (left) and Chris Beard'84 (right) stand in a garden outside Maxey Hall at Whitman College.
September 6, 2024

A Surprise Roommate Match at Whitman Sparked a Lifelong Friendship

Chris Beard ’84 and Molly McCurdy ’84 weren’t supposed to be roommates at Whitman but due to a mix-up, they formed a lasting friendship that deepened throughout their lives.
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Two Whitman College students sitting on the curb with move inbelongings in the background.
August 30, 2024

Whitman Welcomes Newest Students & the Class of 2028

On Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024, the Whitman College community welcomed its newest students, including nearly 400 first-year students in the Class of 2028.
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Student practice their medical training in a classroom environment.
August 29, 2024

Whitman College Students Launch First Responders Group on Campus

Whitman College students recently launched Whitman College First Responders, a student organization dedicated to providing first aid and medical assistance on campus.
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Kirsten Nicolaysen
August 28, 2024

Professor Nicolaysen Inspires Next-Gen Volcano Researchers

Professor of Geology Kirsten Nicolaysen’s inspired mentorship has led a new generation of scientists to take up volcano research. Now they’re developing better ways to predict eruptions, protect people from the aftermath and gain insights toward a greener future.
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Eric Hayashi
August 28, 2024

Entrepreneur Reimagines a Historic Japanese Theater in Seattle

The Nippon Kan Theatre was once a vibrant part of Seattle’s Japantown, Nihonmachi, and if Eric Hayashi ’87 has anything to say about it, it will be again. With the restoration of the Nippon Kan, Hayashi is reviving more than a building—he’s restoring a legacy.
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A commencement decorated mortarboard.
August 28, 2024

Meet Whitman’s Newest Alums

The latest graduates to join the ranks of Whitman’s alumni, the Class of 2024 made the most of their time at Whitman—and now they’re ready to make their mark on the world.
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Commencement speaker.
August 28, 2024

Featured Video: How to Be Human in the Age of AI

Cecilia Kang ’94 gave the Class of 2024 some timely advice on how to use their head, their gut and their heart as human touchstones in a world increasingly powered by artificial intelligence.
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Matthias Argenyi
August 28, 2024

Future MBA & Whitman Grad Leads With His Heart & Head

Matthias Argenyi ’18 is using his Economics degree to find creative solutions for issues around affordable housing and homelessness. His passion for others, nurtured at Whitman, has remained steadfast through his rise in the world of finance.
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