Whitman Stories
December 30, 2024
Cleveland Commons Introduces First Foods Station
In December, Cleveland Commons introduced a first-of-its-kind First Foods station at Whitman College, celebrating the traditional foods of Northwest tribes. Read the Union-Bulletin's coverage of the opening event. (This article is free to the public through Jan. 12, 2025.)
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December 23, 2024
Wellness at Whitman: Creating a Culture of Caring
With resources like Art and Soul, the Wellnest, De-Stress Fest and more, Whitman College is creating opportunities for students to rest, recharge and prioritize their mental well-being.
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December 20, 2024
Checking in With Newman Civic Fellow Adam Simon ’26
Whitman College junior Adam Simon was awarded the 2024–2025 Newman Civic Fellowship for his work with the Buddy Program, which connects Whitman students with community members who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. He discusses his journey exploring social work and making change in his community.
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December 17, 2024
A Holiday Greeting from Whitman College [Video]
Please enjoy this celebration of the holiday spirit with our remarkable students.
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December 16, 2024
Friends From Two Worlds: First-Year International & U.S. Students Share Rooms & Lives
In this photo essay, three pairs of first-year roommates give us a peek into the surprises, challenges and joys of rooming with someone from another country during their first semester at Whitman College.
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December 12, 2024
5 Fun & Unique Clubs at Whitman College
Want to hunt vampires? Spend time with horses? Or just relax with good friends and a pile of crayons? You can do it all in these clubs started by creative and caring Whitties.
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December 10, 2024
New Endowment To Help More Students Enjoy the Full Whitman Experience
A generous gift from an anonymous donor has launched the Baker Family Whitman Experience Fund, which will help students access activities like the Outdoor Program, sorority and fraternity life, field trips and more.
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November 22, 2024
Whitman College Hosts Inaugural First Foods Festival
Whitman College hosted the First Foods Festival on Nov. 9. The event offered activities and education about the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation and their exciting initiatives for environmental stewardship.
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November 18, 2024
Weird Whitman History: ‘Rocky Horror’ Celebrates 30 Years on Campus
Three decades after its first screening at Whitman, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is still a campus favorite—with each new generation adding their take on the cult classic.
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November 11, 2024
President Bolton Highlights Whitman’s Unique Curriculum at Family Weekend
Whitman College welcomed visitors to campus for Family Weekend last month. President Bolton kicked off the events with an informative Q&A, touching on the curriculum, campus climate and more.
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November 7, 2024
Cloepfil To Explore Athletics, Art & Identity in Upcoming Reading
Whitman’s Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach Georgia Cloepfil will read from her nonfiction debut, “The Striker and the Clock,” on Nov. 14 as part of the Visiting Writers Reading Series.
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November 6, 2024
Alums Charlie & Patti Nelson Honor Whitman Icons With Outdoor Program Gift
With their new endowment, Charlie Nelson ’83 and Patti Hankel Nelson ’85 are helping to ensure continuous financing for the Bob Carson Outdoor Program Fund, which aims to make outdoor adventures financially accessible to all Whitman students.
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