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Whitman’s Lacrosse Team Wins Its First Conference Title

This past weekend, the Whitman College women’s lacrosse team secured the program’s first-ever Northwest Conference Tournament championship title. The Blues now automatically qualify for the NCAA Division III Championship, starting Saturday, May 9.

May 08, 2026

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Whitman Debate & Forensics Win at National Championships

For the second year in a row, Whitman Debate and Forensics locked up a national championship—and won Whitman’s first forensics national title in Extemporaneous Speaking. Check out the winners!

May 05, 2026

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Finding My Story at Whitman: A Love Letter to Belonging

Stepping onto campus can feel exciting and overwhelming at the same time. When Deo Rubangakene ’28 arrived at Whitman, he set out to build more than a college experience—he set out to build belonging. From cultural events to campus leadership, Deo shares how community, storytelling and connection have shaped his Whitman journey.

April 24, 2026

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Student Stories Come Alive at Whitman’s One-Act Play Festival

Whitman College’s One-Act Play Festival returns April 30–May 3, showcasing original student-written plays. This biennial tradition highlights collaboration, creativity and hands-on theater-making, giving students the opportunity to bring new work from script to stage.

April 23, 2026

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Come for the Disc, Stay for the People: Inside Whitman’s Ultimate Club Teams

Whitman’s Ultimate club teams—the Gender Diverse Sweets and Men’s Sweets—have built something rare: two programs where beginners and seasoned players seamlessly share the same field, fun traditions and competitive spirit.

April 17, 2026

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Men’s & Women’s Tennis Set To Host NWC Championship This Weekend

Whitman will serve as the host for both the Northwest Conference men’s and women’s tennis tournaments this weekend, after both teams secured the regular season titles. Go Blues!

April 15, 2026

From left: Nancy Mitchell, Riley Cooper, Pat Keef, Ella Shigo and Jackson Garrison smile with arms around each other at the Baker Ferguson Fitness Center

Linked for Life: How Three Whitman Students Saved a Beloved Professor

When Professor Emeritus Pat Keef collapsed at Whitman College’s fitness center, three students sprang into action. Their quick response and CPR training saved his life. Now, they are advocating for accessible medical training on campus to ensure that others are ready to respond when every second matters.

March 31, 2026

Collage of Seattle landmarks and Whitman students (from left): Pike Place Market, Ellie White, Museum of Pop Culture, Larissa Pforte

Whitman College Launches Summer in Seattle Program

Whitman’s new Summer in Seattle program will enhance students’ Seattle internships with a host of immersive learning opportunities like workshops, speakers, networking events, grad school visits and more. Applications are now open!

March 31, 2026

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Students All Across Campus Find Their Voices in Whitman’s Creative Writing Scene

Whitman College is full of opportunities for emerging creative writers. Between writing courses, literary magazines, and the Interest House Community, Whittie writers never run out of spaces to grow into.

March 17, 2026