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Vol. CLIV, Issue 6
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Arabic at Whitman

Sarah Cornett September 20, 2012
The current lack of Arabic classes at Whitman recently gained campus-wide attention when sophomore Annabelle Marcovici created an online petition to prove student interest to the administration.
Jordan (left) handling a green mamba held by Royjan Taylor at Bio-Ken research centre at Watamu.  Photo contributed by Steve Spawls.

Senior Jordan Benjamin takes on snakes in Benin

Maegan Nelson September 20, 2012

Senior Jordan Benjamin knew exactly what he wanted to be when he was growing up. "I always knew that I wanted to be a herpetologist, but it took me a while to figure out exactly what that was going...

Numbers in the news

Emily Lin-Jones September 20, 2012

6 Number of Chinese ships that entered disputed territory between Okinawa and Taiwan on Sept. 14, heightening China-Japan tensions 3 Months until the 75th anniversary of the 1937 Massacre of Nanjing...

Head and the Heart, Royal Blue concert leaves behind happily humming Whitties

Serena Runyan September 14, 2012

This Thursday at 8:00 p.m. the much-awaited concert featuring The Head and the Heart took place in the Reid Ballroom, making a crowd of 500 Whitman students joyously jazzed off of folk-rock. The Seattle-based...

Graphic by Katie Berfield

Tenure controversy provokes student outcry

Kelsey Kennedy February 9, 2012
The news that Assistant Professor of Spanish Alberto G. did not receive tenure came as a surprise to many on campus, provoking confusion and sparking conversation about the tenure process among students and faculty.
Illustration: Emily Johnson

Off-campus studies to add programs, change tuition model for class of 2015

Emily Lin-Jones February 9, 2012
Change is coming to Whitman's Off-Campus Studies program, at least where the class of 2015 is concerned. The new model, which is to be implemented in the 2013 fall semester, will expand the college's list of partner programs and charge Whitman tuition for all offered programs.
Illustration: Ariel Carter-Rodriguez

Tasty recipes for Valentine’s treats show labor of love

Ellie Newell February 9, 2012
If you and your sweetheart are going to brave the crowds this Feb. 14, I'd recommend making your reservations yesterday. Personally, I would take a home-cooked meal over eating out any day. Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day, or the anniversary of Oregon's statehood, here's a recipe that's tasty, simple to throw together and won't break the bank.

KWCW Show of the Week

The Editors February 9, 2012
Julez and Gretch spin hardcore classical music and underground bay area rap, along with every other genre of music.

Whitman basketball teams combine to take three of four from Tacoma schools

Pamela London February 9, 2012
A weekend of electric crowds, furious rallies and stifling defense, the Whitman men's and women's basketball teams find themselves in a position where everyone wants to be: in line for a spot in the four-team Northwest Conference tournament.

Ellen Bishop pens field guide to Northwest geology

Molly Johanson February 9, 2012
Visiting Assisting Professor of Environmental Studies & Geology Ellen Bishop's upcoming book "Field Guide to the Pacific North West Geology" will be published in 2013. In it, Bishop intends to tell the stories and histories of the land surrounding Whitman.

David Domke outlines opposing visions of America

Dylan Tull February 9, 2012
According to Professor and Chair of the University of Washington Department of Communications, David Domke, who lectured in Olin hall on Tuesday Feb. 7, this year's election will define the future vision of America for years to come and possibly restructure the American identity permanently in either Republican or Democratic party terms.
Illustration: Emily Johnson

Residence life staff struggles with complicated voter registration

Emily Lin-Jones February 9, 2012
Although many students opt to register to vote in their home counties, some on campus have experienced issues trying to register using the college's address. Resident Director Anastasia Zamkinos reported having difficulties registering while working as a resident director for College House, Douglas Hall and Marcus House.
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