With the growing success of the role-playing game Humans vs. Zombies at Whitman, a distinct group of passionate players has emerged. For some, however, the craze goes too far.
Although most Whitties hail from west of the Mississippi, those from the East Coast bring a set of habits, interests and ideals that, according to many, is very different from the dominant culture of the West.
The athletic training room offers state-of-the-art injury , yet its services are restricted to varsity athletes. Many non-varsity students argue that the health center cannot provide the same level of care.
After a year of quarantines and careful hand-washing, fears over swine flu have almost entirely evaporated. Looking back, how hard did the disease hit Whitman?
Among colleges and universities, Whitman's alcohol policy stands out as especially lenient. Students, resident advisers and administrators report that this openness facilitates greater communication and responsibility, especially in first-year halls.
