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Vol. CLIV, Issue 6
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Fencing club arms new recruits

Lachlan Johnson February 19, 2015
The Whitman Fencing Club has nearly doubled in size in the past month after an unprecedented 10 new first-years began regularly attending practices. To equip the new recruits, the Fencing Club received emergency funds from the ASWC contingency fund.

Pio Past: Students, faculty join in Selma sympathy march

Lachlan Johnson February 19, 2015
Originally published March 18, 1965
New Alt-J Release All This Is Yours takes us to an alternate reality

New Alt-J Release “All This Is Yours” takes us to an alternate reality

Emma Dahl October 9, 2014
This Is All Yours is about a journey to find what’s missing, about sinking into this mysterious other-worldly place. Alt-J calls it “Nara."

Sherman Alexie amuses, enthralls at Cordiner appearance

Andy Monserud October 3, 2014

Sherman Alexie, the author of Whitman's 2014 summer reading book, "Reservation Blues," came to campus Wednesday, Oct. 1. He delivered a speech to a packed house in Cordiner Hall, which consisted of Whitman...

Betas consider future of housing

Lane Barton October 3, 2014

With the conclusion of the 2014 fall recruitment cycle, all Greek life institutions will be winding down from a flurry of activities and welcoming new members to their ranks. But members of the Beta Theta...

New ASWC senators prepare for duties on annual retreat

Andy Monserud October 3, 2014

ASWC representatives prepared for the upcoming legislative session this weekend on the annual ASWC retreat at the Johnston Wilderness Campus. The goal of the retreat is to educate  newly-elected senators...

Nordic Ski Team Rides Strong Season Into Nationals

Nordic Ski Team Rides Strong Season Into Nationals

Sarah Anderegg February 20, 2014
Whitman students rejoiced in the recent snow flurries, using the white tundra of Ankney as a field for snowball fights and building snowmen. While the near foot of snow brought fun and games, Whitman’s Nordic Ski Team used it as a rare opportunity to get practice runs in around Ankney as they prepare for Division 3 Nationals in Lake Placid, New York.
Physical Plant Staff Defeats Another Winter

Physical Plant Staff Defeats Another Winter

Drew Edmonds February 20, 2014
On Feb. 11, 2014 President George Bridges held a lunch to honor the heroic efforts of Physical Plant employees, specifically members of the grounds crew, during the past couple weeks of harsh winter conditions.
Organic Garden Weathers Winter, Waits for Spring

Organic Garden Weathers Winter, Waits for Spring

Lane Barton February 20, 2014
With snow falling hard last week, many students had to adjust to the cold realities of winter in Walla Walla, but for Whitman College’s Organic Garden and its caretakers, this kind of snowfall is just another part of their seasonal cycle.
Womens Tennis Seeks Winning Mentality

Women’s Tennis Seeks Winning Mentality

Cole Anderson February 20, 2014
Not only did the women’s Tennis team win a Northwest Conference title last spring, but they also went to the NCAA National tournament, proving they were truly a force to be reckoned with. This season, the goal is no different for the team, as they look not just to make Nationals again, but make the Elite Eight portion of the tournament.
Foreign Films Offer Language-Learning Opportunity

Foreign Films Offer Language-Learning Opportunity

Vincent Warne February 20, 2014
Take a look at columnist Vincent Warne's suggestions for foreign films available in Penrose Library.

Keep Whitman Divestment Buzz Alive

Sam Chapman February 20, 2014
For those of you who don’t know, the situation for Whitman College’s fossil fuel divestment campaign has taken a sharp turn. Until now, the members of the 350 council have focused on changing the minds on the Board of Trustees, who just released a statement some might think puts the issue to bed.
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