Last Saturday, the Coalition Against Homophobia hosted Dragfest, a dance party that encouraged students to question established conceptions of gender in a festive, open environment.
Although public and private high schools both seem to provide adequate preparation for Whitman academics, many students see something important in the challenges of public school.
Whitman students who arrive from faraway states or even more distant nations must learn to adapt to cultural differences, often confronting misconceptions about their home region in the process.
Although the military has a relatively low presence on Whitman's campus, its role here remains a contested topic. In 2005, ASWC passed a resolution opposing military recruitment, yet a few students still choose to enlist.
While most Whitman students don't seek out a military career, senior Ryan Finnegan has struck his own path— he graduated from Officer Candidate School and plans to continue into the Marines after college.
Many seniors are committed to humanitarian service options after Whitman, yet among the diverse organizations available, finding the best fit can be tricky.
Thai Bon Appétit may not be the most authentic experience you'll have at a restaurant this winter, but it still provides a fun meal and will satisfy your cravings for Thai cuisine.
For many first-years, college represents a dramatic change in lifestyle. While many worry about dorm living and finding their niche in the Whitman community, one of the biggest changes often goes unnoticed....
Through the food Bon Appétit chooses to bring to campus and the way meals are prepared, the company tries to navigate between students' environmental concerns, financial needs and sugar cravings.
