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Vol. CLIV, Issue 10
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Lessons of Obamas Presidency Should Not Be Saved for Farewell Address

Lessons of Obama’s Presidency Should Not Be Saved for Farewell Address

Kyle Seasly February 20, 2014
When George Orwell first arrived in Barcelona in 1936, as described in "Homage to Catalonia," he believed he had witnessed a legitimate and profound social revolution. “Every shop and café had an inscription saying that it had been collectivized … Waiters and shop-walkers looked you in the face and treated you as an equal. Servile and even ceremonial forms of speech had temporarily disappeared. Nobody said 'Señor' or 'Don' or even 'Usted;' everyone called everyone else 'Comrade' and 'Thou,' and said 'Salud!' instead of 'Buenos días,'” he said. The social revolution, however, collapsed months later and the people of Barcelona returned to their old ways. The opportunity, Orwell insisted, was missed because the government of Spain insisted on moderation rather than pushing revolution.
Winter Sports

Winter Sports

Melina Hughes February 6, 2014
Here are some sports you don't want to miss this winter.
New Year, new (even more fabulous) me

New Year, new (even more fabulous) me

Melina Hughes January 30, 2014
The secret to true New Years Resolution success.
The Ultimate A&E Holiday Entertainment Guide

The Ultimate A&E Holiday Entertainment Guide

James Kennedy December 12, 2013
Need gift ideas? Check out the first A&E Ultimate Holiday Entertainment Guide for your gift inspiration!
Media Studies Professors Departure Raises Questions About Hiring Process

Media Studies Professor’s Departure Raises Questions About Hiring Process

Hannah Bartman December 12, 2013
Current Visiting Assistant Professor of Film and Media Studies Annie Petersen was not hired for the new tenure track position in the department position and will leave after this academic year. The lack of student regard in the hiring process has produced issues between the administration and students.
Brewing Cultures at Whitman

Brewing Cultures at Whitman

Sarah Cornett December 9, 2013

Whitman College students are known for having creative and alternative interests. It is no surprise, then, that many have embraced a hobby that combines creativity with sustainable value: brewing beverages. In...

Woodland Thanksgiving

Woodland Thanksgiving

Molly Johanson December 5, 2013

This Thanksgiving break, when most students returned home to their far-flung families to enjoy the holiday and the mounds of carbs that come with it, one student started a new tradition here on campus. Junior...

Bon Appetit Employees Face Minimal Health Coverage

Bon Appetit Employees Face Minimal Health Coverage

River Sterne November 21, 2013
Bon Appétit employees work long hours in difficult and fast-paced jobs. When injuries occur, they cannot use the Whitman Health Center, and their vacation days and break times are small in number. Though Bon Appétit employees on campus generally have good relationships with higher-up campus officials, nationally the catering company is re-classifying many employees' employment statuses to save money, affecting health insurance for many of them.
Students Just Want Snacks!

Students Just Want Snacks!

Rosemary Hanson November 14, 2013
Students just won't shut up about all the snacks they're having... or lack thereof.
From Boyer to Bennington: Running Trails In, Around Walla Walla

From Boyer to Bennington: Running Trails In, Around Walla Walla

Mitchell Smith October 31, 2013
The Walla Walla area provides plenty of scenic routes for Whitman runners, from beginners to cross country studs-- here are a few essential routes to check out.
Find Pride In Your Guilty Pleasures

Find Pride In Your Guilty Pleasures

Nathan Fisher October 23, 2013
Everyone has one yet no one likes to admit it. Guilty pleasures are great but why do we feel an intense amount of shame when admitting them?
Spotlight Fades From Divestment

Spotlight Fades From Divestment

Hannah Bartman October 17, 2013
Second semester of last year, the divestment movement received significant attention on campus. Now, the messages and publicity seemed to have faded.
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