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Vol. CLIV, Issue 8
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

InterNation Celebrates Cultural Stories From Around World

InterNation Celebrates Cultural Stories From Around World

Marra Clay February 16, 2014

Last Saturday, Feb. 8, Beyond Borders Club (BBC) hosted the InterNation Celebration at the Young Ballroom in Reid Campus Center. It was a night of dance, music, traditional attire and cultural stories...

Students Participate in Peace March in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Students Participate in Peace March in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Marra Clay January 26, 2014
On January 20, 2014, a peace march and candlelight vigil in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. The vigil and short musical performances occurred at 1st Avenue and Main Street. The march finished with a reception at Reid Campus Center.
Hands-On Learning

Hands-On Learning

Rachael Barton December 27, 2013

The Life Skills series is a weekly opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in everyday skills. Whitman staff members provide classes in everything raining from cooking to plumbing to crafting....

Taught to Love Event Honors Memory of Nelson Mandela

Taught to Love Event Honors Memory of Nelson Mandela

Emily Volpert December 16, 2013

This past Wednesday, December 11, in the Reid basement, a tribute was held for the life of Nelson Mandela. Musical and Spoken Word Performances were given and all were invited to participate. [portfolio_slideshow]

Whitman Gathers at Fourth Annual Arts and Crafts Fair

Whitman Gathers at Fourth Annual Arts and Crafts Fair

Anna Von Clemm December 11, 2013
This past Monday, December 9, the Fourth Annual Arts & Crafts Fair took place in Reid Ballroom. Students, staff, and faculty sold handcrafted and homemade good of all shapes, flavors, and sizes.
College Place Christmas Tree Lighting

College Place Christmas Tree Lighting

Rachael Barton December 11, 2013
This past Wednesday, December 4, community members of Walla Walla and College Place congregated for the annual College Place Christmas Tree Lighting. The event was open to public and occurred at the fire station in downtown College Place. Santa Claus was present and hot chocolate was served!
From Wheat to Bread: A Photo Essay on the Process of Breadmaking with Walla Walla Bread Co.

From Wheat to Bread: A Photo Essay on the Process of Breadmaking with Walla Walla Bread Co.

Caitlin Bergman December 9, 2013
Take a visual journey on the story of the Walla Walla Bread Co., to discover that the single most important part of a sandwich's life begins with a single grain.
Creativity in Dining Halls

Creativity in Dining Halls

Marra Clay December 9, 2013
Although the food from Bon Appétit has a certain flair, some first-years are already searching for ways to put a twist on the goods in the dining halls. Using a variety of vegetables from the salad bar, cereals of every shape and color, and making Sundae Sunday every day of the week, Whitman students can find ways to make their meals their own.
Associate Professor of Politics Aaron Bobrow Strain Discusses The Future of Food

Associate Professor of Politics Aaron Bobrow Strain Discusses ‘The Future of Food’

Anna Von Clemm November 16, 2013
This past weeks' Big Idea Talk at the Walla Walla Public library featured Associate Professor of Politics Aaron Bobrow-Strain. With a set of panelists including Welcome Table Farm Owner Emily Asmus, Farm to School Coordinator Beth Thiel and Director of Corporate Responsibility at Broetie Orchards Roger Bairstow. Bobrow-Strain led a discussion on "The Future of Food."
Whitman Celebrates Diwali

Whitman Celebrates Diwali

Caitlin Bergman November 7, 2013
This past Sunday, Nov. 3, the South Asian Student Association put on the Diwali Celebration; an afternoon filled with great food, traditional dress, live Indian musical performances, and a great time had by all.
IHC Block Party Brings Fun to First Weekend of School Year

IHC Block Party Brings Fun to First Weekend of School Year

Halley McCormick September 12, 2013

On the afternoon of Sept. 7, 2013, the Interest House Community came together to host the annual IHC Block Party. Boyer Avenue was blocked off and crowded with countless activities, crafts, food and performances....

Candlelight Vigil in Memory of Sept. 11 Attacks

Candlelight Vigil in Memory of Sept. 11 Attacks

Caitlin Bergman September 11, 2013
A small group of Whitman community members met on the south steps of Memorial to honor of the victims and families of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. The event, which was hosted by the Muslim Student Associate began the vigil singing a verse of John Lennon's "Imagine." After, students discussed their memories of the day and the subsequent days after. Many students indicated that though years pass and vivid memories of the day fade, annual vigils allow them to mourn and reflect on the day.
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