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Vol. CLIV, Issue 9
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Editor-in-Chief Rachel Alexander. Photo by Susie Krikava.

Circuit Letter from the Editor

Rachel Alexander May 13, 2013

I've sat down to write this letter half a dozen times, but it's always seemed like an impossible task. My predecessors, sitting where I am today, have reflected elegantly on their time at Whitman and...

Illustration by Kelsey Lund

Guide to Summer in Walla Walla

Rachel Alexander May 13, 2013
Want to know what to do in Walla Walla after most folks have left? We've got you covered.
Director of Forensics Jim Hanson Steps Down

Director of Forensics Jim Hanson Steps Down

Rachel Alexander May 2, 2013
Director of Forensics Jim Hanson is stepping down from his position. Debate team members and debate alumni are confused about the decision and looking to the administration for more answers.

Final Letter from the Editor

Rachel Alexander May 2, 2013

This issue of The Pioneer will be the 91st and final issue I've worked on during my time at Whitman. I've saved my personal reflections for our graduation magazine, issue 7 of The Circuit. For now, I want...

Visualizing the ASWC budget

Rachel Alexander April 2, 2013

Since ASWC released a preliminary budget on Sunday, there has been a lot of discussion on campus about the budgeting process. Many readers have commented on the information we've provided detailing cuts...

Notes on the Pio’s budgeting process

Rachel Alexander April 1, 2013

In response to student concerns about ASWC's preliminary budget for the 2013-14 school year, and specifically about the amount of funding given to The Pioneer, I would like to clarify several things about...

Preliminary 2014 ASWC Budget Slashes Yearbook, Greekend Funding

Rachel Alexander March 31, 2013

Update: A more comprehensive article summarizing the current debate over funding the yearbook and discussion from ASWC Senate on Sunday, March 31 can be found here. ASWC has released a preliminary budget...

The Hutchens farm, just outside of Dayton, Wash.

Five generations of wheat

Rachel Alexander March 22, 2013
Farmers in the Walla Walla Valley preserve their history with an eye towards the future.
Rachel Alexander 13, Editor-in-Chief.  Photo by Faith Bernstein.

Circuit 6 Letter from the Editor

Rachel Alexander March 18, 2013
Welcome to Issue 6 of the Circuit! Here's what we have in store for you.
The Pioneer Guide to Off-Campus Houses

The Pioneer Guide to Off-Campus Houses

Rachel Alexander February 22, 2013
A map of Whitman's off-campus houses. Click on a dot to see the house name and address.

Tuition Raise, Renovations, Student Representation Discussed at Latest Trustee Meeting

Rachel Alexander February 14, 2013
Whitman's Board of Trustees approved the college's proposed budget during their meeting last week, as well as plans for renovating Baker Faculty Center, Memorial and the outdoor tennis courts.
Sheriff Begins Investigation into Shooting on Lower Waitsburg Road

Sheriff Begins Investigation into Shooting on Lower Waitsburg Road

Rachel Alexander February 7, 2013
The Walla Walla County Sheriff's Department is currently investigating an incident where two students were shot at while running on Saturday.
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