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Vol. CLIV, Issue 9
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Fake Ad: Self-Burning Bra

Fake Ad: Self-Burning Bra

Natalie Berg March 6, 2014

Desperate to take a stand for feminism? Want to, say, burn your bra? We've found a way to ease your struggle: the self-burning bra automatically goes up in flames every six hours and rematerializes...

Counseling Center Addresses Increased Student Demand

Counseling Center Addresses Increased Student Demand

Drew Edmonds March 6, 2014
This month, the Counseling Center decided to go through with hiring a new counselor in accordance with an ASWC resolution passed last semester. The addition of another counselor is a response to the increasing demand and sometimes limited availability of counseling services on campus.

Outside the Center

Emily Lin-Jones March 6, 2014

With more and more students using the Counseling Center's resources, the center is looking into hiring an additional counselor––and students are seeking alternative resources, on campus and off.

Production Night Live Blog for March 5

Pamela London March 5, 2014

What follows is a faithful account of the production of Issue 6 (taking place the evening of March 5/early morning of March 6) as witnessed by me, The Pioneer's Editor-in-Chief. 4:57 p.m.: An ongoing...

Fierce Competition Predicted for Oscars

Fierce Competition Predicted for Oscars

Nathan Fisher February 27, 2014
This year's competition was fierce, and it showcased a plethora of standout movies. Well, I guess there has to be a winner, so here are some of my picks for this year’s most sought-after Oscar winners.
Lets Drink to The Worlds End

Let’s Drink to ‘The World’s End’

Nathan Fisher October 17, 2013
With my 21st birthday approaching in February and the end of three-fourths of my college years looming in May, I feel a crisis coming on that I might actually have to grow up and make adult decisions... Nah, that’s not gonna happen just yet, because denial is still an option/my best friend.
Glean Team Harvests for the Community

Glean Team Harvests for the Community

Lachlan Johnson October 17, 2013
Whitman's Glean Team harvest fruits and vegetables from farms around the Walla Walla valley and donate them to local food banks, in order to provide healthy food to those in need as well as save food which would otherwise go to waste.
Pets Provide Companionship for Off-Campus Housers

Pets Provide Companionship for Off-Campus Housers

Serena Runyan October 17, 2013
Meet Abby and Constantine, two off-campus pets.
Mens Cross Country Chasing Big Goals

Men’s Cross Country Chasing Big Goals

Cole Anderson October 17, 2013
With team chemistry, young talent, and a new competitive hunger, the Whitman men's cross country team has enjoyed one of its best seasons in years.

Students Drunk, Essays Crunk

Rosemary Hanson October 17, 2013
Professors in uproar about crunk essays.
Whitman Spirits

Whitman Spirits

Evelyn Levine October 17, 2013
The true spirit of Whitman College.
Louie Provides Comfort for Students at Counseling Center

Louie Provides Comfort for Students at Counseling Center

Ritti Singh October 17, 2013
Meet Louie, an adorable helper at the counseling center.
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