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Whitman Wire

Vol. CLIV, Issue 9
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Alternate Universe Spells Trouble

Alternate Universe Spells Trouble

Nathan Fisher September 26, 2013
So another Harry Potter movie? See how movie reviewer Nathan Fisher feels about that.

First-Year Assumptions Debunked

Dani Hupper September 26, 2013
My roommate sucks. That guy from Encounters wrote the most nonsensical blog post. She must have a great sense of humor because she watches Saturday Night Live. He’s super flirtatious and probably has no intention of really getting to know me. I admit it. I make judgments when I first meet people (though the above depictions are fictitious.) Like everyone, I want to get to know the people I’ll be living with for the next four years, and sometimes I make premature evaluations.
Matt Banderas 04/Office of Communications

Community Fellows Go Outside Whitman Bubble

Lorah Steichen September 26, 2013
This year, the Whitman Community Fellows Program will fund 13 students doing fellowship work at a Walla Walla community organization. In its second year, the program is thriving.

Neko Case’s New Album a Blaze of Hope, Redemption, Style

Emma Dahl September 26, 2013

Neko Case never disappoints. Ever since Blacklisted, her 2002 release, the level of quality of her alt-country/folk/indie rock/Americana songwriting has never faded. Her newest release, the wordy The...

Pokémon: Bugs To Riches

‘Pokémon’: Bugs To Riches

James Kennedy September 26, 2013
Pokemon sure doesn't seem to go away does it? Over a decade since it first appeared in the United States, Pokemon still enchants the minds of many. But why?
Photo by Chaoyu Li

Local Artist Displays Eclectic Work at Museum of Un-Natural History

Isabel Mills September 26, 2013
Meet Gerry Matthews, the colorful owner of the free downtown Museum of Unnatural History.
Students Consider Future in Teach for America

Students Consider Future in Teach for America

Lachlan Johnson September 26, 2013
Whitman ranks as the fifth top contributor to Teach for America among small liberal arts schools. The program offers incredible opportunities to students coming out of college, but also presents numerous challenges. Whitman alumni discuss their Teach for America experiences and why Whitman students are so drawn to the program.
Humor Backpage Ads

Humor Backpage Ads

Rosemary Hanson September 26, 2013

Clothes: you only wear them because the man tells you to. Don't cave to societal "norms." Nakîd –– the original vintage. (alt. take vintage to the next level) Chinese Tattoo: it may say...

Weekend Recap: Whitman Volleyball Team Starts Conference Season Strong

Kyle Howe September 23, 2013
After a rough preseason that included a six-game losing streak, Whitman volleyball got back on track with two conference victories this weekend.
Spotify Versus iTunes

Spotify Versus iTunes

Adam Heymann September 16, 2013
In the past year, Spotify has changed the face of music. But before that, iTunes reigned supreme. So who will be remembered? Or is there a place in history for both?
iEngage Seeks to Streamline Job Search Process for Students

iEngage Seeks to Streamline Job Search Process for Students

Emily Lin-Jones February 7, 2013
Students who are still on the hunt for summer internships and on- or off-campus jobs now have a new option available to widen their search. Conceived as a more functional replacement for the Whitman website's on-campus jobs listing and the now-defunct jobs and internships mailing list, iEngage is designed to connect users with job opportunities that better fit their unique needs.
Local Addiction Recovery Community Uses Peer-Based Approach

Local Addiction Recovery Community Uses Peer-Based Approach

Maegan Nelson February 7, 2013
The Trilogy recovery community is a nonprofit dedicated to helping youth and families who are struggling with drug addiction. Under the guidance of executive director Kathy Ketcham, volunteers at Trilogy use a peer-based approach to address alcohol and drug problems in the community.
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