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Vol. CLV, Issue 4
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Whitman Wire

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Whitman Wire

Students produce independent projects at Harper Joy Theatre

Hannah Bartman April 30, 2015

Student-initiated and independently produced theater performances are few and far between outside of the main theater season, but in the upcoming month there will be three plays performed and produced...

'Gone Girl' invites criticism, raises questions concerning feminist artists' responsibilities

‘Gone Girl’ invites criticism, raises questions concerning feminist artists’ responsibilities

Veronika Kiss October 30, 2014
While I agree with Smith’s and Gloudeman’s assertions that myths about the prevalence of false rape accusations harm actual rape survivors, I disagree that “Gone Girl” perpetuates these myths.
Redefining feminism fosters campus conversation about broader inequalities

Redefining feminism fosters campus conversation about broader inequalities

Hillary Smith October 9, 2014
We often consider the concept of feminism too rigidly, with many of us assuming it is only for radical women. In doing so, we fail to recognize the role the individual plays in his/her own definition.
Photo by Annabelle Marcovici.

Dragfest returns with renewed vigor

Christy Carley October 3, 2014

Whitman's annual Dragfest has returned this year in the form of a three-part series organized by GLBTQ.This year Dragfest consists of three events; the first of which, Vanity Fair, took place Saturday,...

Ask Whitties for their hometown stories

Ask Whitties for their hometown stories

Sam Jacobson September 18, 2014
Don’t be afraid to share where you are from. Invite peoples’ memories into your home and take them for a tour of yours. Help spark more connections, conversations and understanding within our Whitman community.
Seahawks face winding road to repeat

Seahawks face winding road to repeat

Dylan Snyder September 18, 2014
Last fall, campus was abuzz with the Seattle Seahawks' eventually successful quest for their first Super Bowl. One the biggest story lines this year will be whether or not they can be the first team since the New England Patriots in 2004–2005 to repeat.
Despite Progress, Public Harassment Persists

Despite Progress, Public Harassment Persists

Hillary Smith September 11, 2014
I found stories about women being attacked and harassed even during the day, some of them on sidewalks with other people. Most of all, I found women who were just as frightened as I was to walk by themselves on a dark street.
Campus Climate Members Returns From Powershift Energized

Campus Climate Members Returns From Powershift Energized

Lorah Steichen October 31, 2013
While many Whitman students spent the third weekend of October consumed in midterm studies, members of Campus Climate Challenge were off campus engaging in a weekend of activism. Eight students traveled to Pittsburgh, Penn. to attend Power Shift, a biannual national environmental youth activism conference organized by the Energy Action Coalition.
Vegan Sexologist Brings Activism to the Bedroom

Vegan Sexologist Brings Activism to the Bedroom

Evelyn Levine October 23, 2013
Renowned vegan sexologist Shanae Williams presented alternatives for those who are hungry, turned on and conscientious.
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