Though never formally adopted by the college, the Missionaries have been the school’s de-facto mascot for over a hundred years. Attempts to change the logo have been made since the 1920s, but generally failed due to opposition from alumni and an inability to unite the opposition in support of another name.
Whitman is in the process of transitioning to a new logo for the college, which incorporates the Memorial clock tower and the rolling hills of Walla Walla. According to the administration, this logo is more than just a design; it is the visual identity of the college.
