Whitman Wire

‘Going Bovine’ by Libba Bray

Dana Thompson • November 15, 2012

Ready for a book that "finally deviates from the norm"? Dana Thompson recommends Libba Bray's darkly humorous "Going Bovine."

Slow and Steady Wins the Race: A Reflection on Legalizing Marijuana and Gay Marriage

Jacqueline Rees-Mikula • November 14, 2012

Tuesday night, esteemed journalist Eli Sanders came to Whitman and offered his insights on results of the 2012 election.

“Wreck-It Ralph” and “Flight” Make for Unlikely, Enjoyable Double Feature

Nathan Fisher • November 8, 2012

This week, Nathan Fisher checks out "Wreck-It Ralph" and "Flight," two dissimilar films that nevertheless form a cohesive, entertaining whole.

‘Hotel Transylvania’ Fails to Bring Laughs or Screams

Nathan Fisher • October 31, 2012

This week, Nathan Fisher takes a look at "Hotel Transylvania," just in time for Halloween. However, it may be better to stick with a classic horror movie instead.

‘The Thirteenth Tale’ by Diane Setterfield

Dana Thompson • October 31, 2012

This week, Dana Thompson recommends "The Thirteenth Tale," a modern-day Gothic tale of "love, loss, death, isolation and twins."

‘Seven Psychopaths,’ a Shih Tzu and slit throats

Nathan Fisher • October 25, 2012

Though "Seven Psychopaths" features an adorable dog, it also contains unexpected over-the-top violence. Should you see it? Nathan Fisher has the answer.

‘Argo’ brings history to life

Nathan Fisher • October 18, 2012

If current events and shows like "Homeland" strike your fancy, Nathan Fisher recommends seeing Ben Affleck's "Argo."

‘I Am the Messenger’ by Markus Zusak

Dana Thompson • October 18, 2012

Need a book with a fresh perspective on life? Dana Thompson recommends Markus Zusak's "I Am the Messenger."

Singing misfits spew chunks and humor in “Pitch Perfect”

Nathan Fisher • October 11, 2012

Looking for a movie that's "predictable, silly and fun"? Nathan Fisher recommends "Pitch Perfect."

“A Discovery of Witches” by Deborah Harkness

Dana Thompson • October 11, 2012

This week, Dana Thompson takes a look at "A Discovery of Witches," a brainier, more exciting alternative to the likes of "Twilight."

Dr. Amina Wadud suggests ‘Gender Jihad’ within Islam

Serena Runyan • October 10, 2012

This past week, Whitman College received the visit of Dr. Amina Wadud, a Qur'anic scholar and leader in Islamic feminism. Dr. Wadud visited classes, lectured and led a workshop on exploring Islamic...

“Looper” delivers futuristic twists, thrills

Nathan Fisher • October 4, 2012

Nathan Fisher takes a look at "Looper," a new futuristic thriller that blends moral dilemmas with time-travel and telekinesis.