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Vol. CLIV, Issue 6
Whitman news since 1896

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Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Advocates Continue to Struggle Against Racism

Advocates Continue to Struggle Against Racism

Ben Caldwell February 13, 2014
According to students belonging to racial minorities, the problem of racism is not a new one on campus, nor a small one. These individuals have not been silent, but their voices have not been heard as much as they should have been over the years, and many believe it is time we started listening.
Photo by Allie Felt

Spring Transfers Ready for Round Two

Drew Edmonds February 6, 2014
All first-year students leave something behind when they come to Whitman College— home, friends, routines—but students transferring from other colleges mid-year get to say those goodbyes twice.
Photo by Marlena Sloss

Unique Variety Show Format Creates New Opportunities, Challenges

Serena Runyan December 12, 2013
Find out more about the inspiration behind the upcoming variety show at Harper Joy, "Ukulele!"
Tis the Season: Whitties Share Unique Holiday Traditions

‘Tis the Season: Whitties Share Unique Holiday Traditions

Isabel Mills December 9, 2013
Read more about some of the unique ways that Whitties celebrate winter holidays.
Independent Quilting Supply Store Succeeds Despite Tough Market

Independent Quilting Supply Store Succeeds Despite Tough Market

Serena Runyan December 5, 2013
Read more about Stash, Walla Walla's independent quilting supply store.
Student Volunteers Aim to Create Community at STEP Shelter

Student Volunteers Aim to Create Community at STEP Shelter

Isabel Mills November 21, 2013
Learn more about Whitman students who volunteer at the STEP women's shelter, an organization that offers local homeless women and children a place to sleep.
Meet Whitman Watson Fellowship Nominees

Meet Whitman Watson Fellowship Nominees

Isabel Mills November 14, 2013
Learn more about the four Whitman students continuing on in the Watson Fellowship application process.
Converging Histories Festival to Bring Past into Focus

Converging Histories Festival to Bring Past into Focus

Serena Runyan November 7, 2013
Find out more about the Kirkman House Museum and their upcoming Festival of Converging Histories, an event that celebrates the Victorian past of Walla Walla.
Walla Walla Celebrates with Colorful Community Events

Walla Walla Celebrates with Colorful Community Events

Isabel Mills October 31, 2013
See how Walla Wallans celebrated Dia de los Muertos at the first annual community festival for the holiday. Then read about a few local Halloween activities.
Walla Walla University Creates Spiritual Environment for Students

Walla Walla University Creates Spiritual Environment for Students

Isabel Mills October 23, 2013
Walla Walla University students and staff share the ways in which they stay connected with religion.
Blue Mountain Humane Society Gets Involved in Community

Blue Mountain Humane Society Gets Involved in Community

Isabel Mills October 17, 2013
Find out more about the Blue Mountain Humane Society and their work in the community.
Long-Distance Cyclists of Whitman

Long-Distance Cyclists of Whitman

Isabel Mills October 10, 2013
Find out more about three Whitman students who have cycled extremely long distances.
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