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Vol. CLV, Issue 4
Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

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Whitman Swimming Makes a Splash at Northwest Conference

Daniela Quiros Araya, News Reporter February 29, 2024

In a remarkable feat of athletic prowess, Whitman's women's swim team and men's swim team emerged victorious at the Northwest Athletic Conference tournament on Feb. 11, placing 1st and 2nd respectively....

Illustration by Shasta Sholes.

Student athletes excited for upcoming season in Harvey Pool

Jaime Fields, Campus Life Editor September 16, 2021

An email sent out to the student digest on Monday, Aug. 30 announced the reopening of Harvey Pool, Whitman’s indoor state-of-the-art swimming center. Last spring, while the pool was open for student...

Swim team says farewell to seniors

Tate Cadang, Staff Reporter February 13, 2020

On Saturday, Feb. 1, the atmosphere at Harvey Pool at the Baker Ferguson Fitness Center was bittersweet as the class of 2020 competed in their last home meet for Whitman College. Head coach Jenn Blomme...

Triathlon triple threat raises funds for swimmers

Julian Reed October 16, 2014

The Whitman College Swim Team hosted its annual triathlon fundraiser last week. The event, organized by Head Swimming Coach Jennifer Blomme, attracted almost 40 participants who competed in the event either...

Swim Team Season Preview

Swim Team Season Preview

Cole Anderson November 7, 2013
The swim team is looking to continue their record-breaking pace this season with an infusion of young talent to complement the accomplished returners.
Photos from Whitman's recent swim meet against Whitworth. Credit: Marie Von Hafften

Swim team closes regular season, celebrates seniors

Andrew Hawkins February 10, 2011
Swim team seniors show value of competitive spirit and energy in home defeat to Whitworth.
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