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A Place Like No Other: Fall 2025 in Photos at Whitman College

From the Class of 2029’s first steps on campus to moments in and out of the classroom that transform lives—join us on a journey back though some of the highlights of the Fall 2025 semester.

December 22, 2025

Three Whitman College students smiling during a gleaning event at a Walla Walla apple orchard

Feeding Walla Walla: Whitman Students Turn Service Into Impact

Whitman College students fight food insecurity in Walla Walla through hands-on service, like gleaning at local farms and supporting food access programs. Explore how Whitman connects community engagement, sustainability and real-world impact to student learning and leadership.

December 19, 2025

A collage of photos showing Whitman students volunteering, playing sports, studying and celebrating Holi.

Whitman Students Share Their Stories & Advice

In these Whittie Wisdom blogs, the real experts—Whitman’s students—share their stories and tips about everything from finding a sense of home on campus to the best coffee shops in Walla Walla. Check it out!

November 05, 2025

Jack McManus ’27 stands with crossed arms on a street next to a wheat field

This Ambitious Whittie Takes on Athletic, Environmental & Philosophical Challenges

Jack McManus ’27, a Garrett-Sherwood Scholar from McCall, Idaho, advocates for endangered ecosystems, contemplates the ethics of conservation, and captains Whitman College’s cross country and distance track teams.

October 27, 2025

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Students Put Economics Into Action in the Whitman Investment Company

Real money. Real experience. In this student-run investment club, students gain hands-on finance experience managing roughly $2 million of Whitman’s endowment fund.

October 24, 2025

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‘The Transfer Collective’: Art Show Spotlights the Creativity of Whitman Transfer Students

With “The Transfer Collective,” a recent group of Whitman College transfer students made their mark on campus—and introduced their artwork to the wider Whitman community.

October 17, 2025

Colorful flowers, banners and leaves surrounding the words "Hispanic Heritage Month at Whitman"

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Juntos Somos Más

At the heart of Whitman College's Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15) celebrations are student-led initiatives that create spaces for cultural connection and pride. Read how we've been marking the month and how Whitman celebrates our Hispanic community year-round.

October 09, 2025

Standing in front of Memorial Building (from left): Susanne Beechey, Vinson Russel, Jonathan Becker, Steve Hobbs and Maggie Eahart

Whitman Students Lead the State in College Voting Challenge

Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs visited campus last week to recognize Whitman College for achieving the highest student voter turnout in Washington state in the 2024 election cycle, thanks to efforts made by the Whitman Votes club.

September 24, 2025

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Whitman Welcomes New Students & the Class of 2029

More than 400 new students and their families gathered this week to prep for the start of the fall semester—and the next four years of learning, adventure and life-changing experiences. Check out highlights from Opening Day 2025!

August 29, 2025