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Whitman Wire

Vol. CLIV, Issue 9
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Outgoing professors explore personal projects and changing college dynamics

Taneeka Hansen May 16, 2011
Eight professors will be leaving Whitman this year, two to explore research and collaboration opportunities afforded by the east coast and six which are headed into retirement.
 Roberta Davidson, professor of English, stands outside the 1987 Chevy Nova she drives to work. Although Davidson lives close to campus, she drives because she brings books and a laptop to work and often goes on errands at the end of the day. Photo Credit: Isabel Hong

Professors have variety of commutes to campus

Hadley Jolley October 14, 2010
The daily routines of professors, just like those of students and other working professionals, can have an impact on both the local community and the overall environment.
Professor Robert Withycombe sits in his office stacked with books and files from 29 years of teaching at Whitman. The Carnegie Foundation acknowledged Withycombes efforst with its 2009 Washington State Professor of the Year award. Credit: Hong

Bob Withycombe named 2009 Washington Professor of the Year

Lea Negrin December 9, 2009
Bob Withycombe honored to receive the award, but more honored by the warm messages he's received since from former students.

Chinese education instills professor phobia

Rensi Ke November 1, 2009

I have  been considered a "good" student since kindergarten.  I'm active in class, conscientious after class. I  excel in quizzes  and exams; I  stand out in activities and contests. But I  get nervous...

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