Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Vol. CLIV, Issue 6
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Harry Potter Crossword Puzzle

Harry Potter Crossword Puzzle

Natalie Berg February 27, 2014

Clues: Across 1. This mirror shows your longings 4. He was a good elf 7. Trelawney's "subject" 8. Harry's mother 9. Fudge's replacement 11. Hogsmeade sweet shoppe 13. This professor...

Supporters Remain Determined to Keep Aviary Open

Supporters Remain Determined to Keep Aviary Open

Anna Zheng February 27, 2014
With the possibility of the Pioneer Park Aviary closing in the coming year due to lack of funds, its longtime volunteers and supporters remain adamant that it should stay in operation.
Wedding (Taco) Bells Ring for Senior

Wedding (Taco) Bells Ring for Senior

Molly Johanson February 27, 2014
This is Nacho engagement.
Collins Swims Her Way to Record-Breaking Career

Collins Swims Her Way to Record-Breaking Career

Sarah Anderegg February 27, 2014
Whitman’s All-American Honorable Mention swimmer Claire Collins has every right to brag about her record breaking accolades, but when it comes to her success, Collins offers nothing but modesty. Collins, who took first place in the 200 breaststroke in the NWC Championship last week, is currently waiting to hear if she will have another chance to compete at Nationals for the second year in a row.
Power and Privilege Symposium Organizers Seek to Continue Dialogue Around Campus

Power and Privilege Symposium Organizers Seek to Continue Dialogue Around Campus

Lachlan Johnson February 27, 2014
The Power and Privilege Symposium held on Thursday, Feb. 20 was one of the most well-attended events at Whitman in recent memory. The majority of the Whitman community spent the day engaging in dialogue about issues of power, privilege and identity, as the faculty cancelled classes to ensure that all students had time to attend. While the symposium was extremely successful, activists hope to continue the dialogue it began in the weeks and months ahead.

Bird Troubles

Emily Lin-Jones February 27, 2014

A much-beloved Walla Walla institution, the Pioneer Park bird sanctuary, was slated for closure in a recent City Council meeting. Community members are still campaigning for the resources to save it.

Answers to Issue 5 Presidents Day Crossword Puzzle

Answers to Issue 5 Presidents’ Day Crossword Puzzle

Natalie Berg February 26, 2014
Check out the answers to Issue 4's Presidents' Day crossword puzzle.

Production Night Live Blog for Feb. 26

Shelly Le February 26, 2014
Follow along on a live, play-by-play of The Pioneer's production night for Issue 5.
Student Entrepreneur Senior Alecia Lindsay Pursues Photography Passion

Student Entrepreneur Senior Alecia Lindsay Pursues Photography Passion

James Kennedy February 20, 2014
Most college-level photographers aspiring to make money off of professional portraits have been interested in a photography career for many years. Senior Alecia Lindsay, however, only needed a spontaneous burst of passion.
Fracking Offers Few Unbiased Answers

Fracking Offers Few Unbiased Answers

Dani Hupper October 10, 2013
The public debate on hydraulic fracturing (the process of pumping a mixture of water, sand and chemicals into the ground to crack rock formations and release natural gas) is nearly impossible to follow. It’s hard to find unbiased information on a subject so intermingled with political and economic self-interests.
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.
Whitman Cycling Team Extends Helping Hand to Community

Whitman Cycling Team Extends Helping Hand to Community

Serena Runyan October 10, 2013
Learn more about the Whitman Cycling Team and their service projects within the Walla Walla community.
Load More Stories

Comments (0)

All Whitman Wire Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest