Whitman Stories

Seattle skyline with the Space Needle and Mt. Rainier

Summer in the Emerald City: Whitman Students Find Amazing Internship Opportunities in Seattle

Each summer, Whitman College students trade the Blue Mountains for the Seattle skyline—and some of the most dynamic workplaces in the Pacific Northwest. We caught up with five Whitties who spent their summer doing groundbreaking research, advocating for marginalized communities and exploring an eclectic art collection.

December 12, 2025

Dan Hoch and Jane Erb stand by a rose garden on Whitman’s campus

New Endowment Paves the Way for Impactful Mentorship in Neuroscience

Dan Hoch ’75 and Jane Erb grew up in inquisitive families—the inspiration behind their new endowment to support student-faculty neuroscience research in Whitman College’s Brain, Behavior and Cognition program.

December 10, 2025

Portrait of Adam Miller outdoors

Q&A With Whitman’s Vice President for Admission & Financial Aid

Meet Adam Miller. In his role leading Admission and Financial Aid at Whitman, he helps talented students open the door to the transformative opportunities of a Whitman education. We asked him about his work—and what it’s like for students applying to college today.

December 08, 2025

A collage of holiday gift ideas (ceramics, snacks, a hat, a turkey, earrings, outdoor gear, wine, books, etc.)

Your Whitman College Holiday Gift Guide

Discover unique holiday gift ideas crafted by Whitman College alumni. This curated guide highlights alumni-owned small businesses, artists, authors and makers from across the country—offering thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts for any season.

December 05, 2025

A group of students sings on stage in Cordiner Hall

Whitman College To Host Annual Feast of Carols Concert This Weekend

Whitman College’s annual Feast of Carols event returns Sunday, Dec. 7, bringing the Walla Walla community together for choral performances, sing-alongs and a holiday food drive supporting Blue Mountain Action Council.

December 05, 2025

Sybella Ssewakiryanga '26 stands in front of a fireplace and speaks at the village dedication

Whitman Community Celebrates Opening of Nancy Serrurier Village

The Whitman College community celebrated the opening of Nancy Serrurier Village—marking years of collaboration and donor support to create a vibrant, community-centered living experience for juniors and seniors.

December 04, 2025

Portrait of Karol Marcin

Karol Marcin ’95 Joins Whitman College Board of Trustees

Whitman College is pleased to announce the appointment of Karol Marcin ’95 to the Board of Trustees this fall. Marcin brings decades of experience working for top financial institutions to his role as a trustee.

December 04, 2025

A group of Whitman students stands together in a conference room

Whitman Students Showcase Student-Faculty Research at Murdock Conference

Last weekend, 23 Whitman students across four majors attended the 2025 Murdock College Science Research Conference to present their research.

November 17, 2025

Dr. Sylvia Carey-Butler

Whitman College Announces New Vice President for Inclusive Excellence

Whitman College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sylvia Carey-Butler as the next leader of the college’s Division of Inclusive Excellence. She brings extensive higher education leadership experience to the role, including at liberal arts colleges, research universities and HBCUs.

November 12, 2025