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Vol. CLIV, Issue 6
Whitman news since 1896

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Whitman news since 1896

Whitman Wire

Ankeny Excavation Reveals Lives of Nineteenth Century Students

Clara Wheeler, staff writer February 25, 2016

A recent excavation done by the Whitman archival team at a dig site in an undisclosed and inaccessible corner of Ankeny revealed pages from the ancient college newspaper Unnamed, founded by the community...

Whitman Socialist Front Embezzles Club Funds

Ben Freedman, humor edi February 11, 2016

After being ratified as a club by ASWC, the Whitman Socialist Front has begun to make a name for itself around campus, attracting droves of Whittie comrades looking to see who can “out-liberal” one...

Whitman Bubble Turns Physical

Clara Wheeler, staff writer February 11, 2016

In a shocking turn of events, the social separation that Whitman students feel from the rest of the world has formed a literal bubble around the campus. This newly-made translucent dome is impenetrable...

The Cost(s) of an Education

Ben Shoemake, Columnist February 4, 2016

Second semester is upon us, and as a senior Gender Studies major, that means it is time to get cracking on my thesis. Some of you might be struggling to fill your distribution credits, deciding on your...

Snapchat Epidemic Annoyingly Persists

Ben Freedman, humor editor February 4, 2016

There is an epidemic spreading across the Whitman campus, and it shows no signs of decline. I’m talking of course, about Snapchatting. According to a recent poll, eight out of ten Whitman students admit...

Christian McDonald 17 with his game face on. Photo by Natalie Mutter.

Men’s Basketball eyes NWC title after historic beginning to ’15-16 campaign

Alden Glass January 28, 2016

During the final home game of the fall semester, the Sherwood Athletic Center echoed with chants of "undefeated" in the aftermath of yet another Whitman men’s basketball win. With an impressive...

Photo by Anna Dawson.

Balanced scoring, consistent team play leads to strong start for women’s hoops

January 28, 2016

While the rest of Whitman’s student body was enjoying their month off, the Women’s Basketball team was racking up wins while traveling all around the country. They finished the break 5-1 overall (3-1...

Pio Picks: Week of Dec. 3

December 3, 2015

Each Thursday, The Pioneer highlights several events happening on campus or in Walla Walla during the weekend. Here are this week's picks. The Festival of Mini Trees benefitting local charities, ongoing...

Stories in Ink

Stories in Ink

Emma Cooper and Megan Hearst December 3, 2015

According to the Pew Research Center, over 36% of Americans aged 18-25 have at least one tattoo. At Whitman, getting a tattoo has become a right of passage for many. Students tell why they chose to participate...

Go On dance recital invites collaboration between guest artist, instructors, students

“Go On” dance recital invites collaboration between guest artist, instructors, students

Megan Hearst November 12, 2015

After months of hard work, the dance department’s annual recital, this year titled "Go On," has come to fruition. The process, which began with auditions in September, culminates in the performance at...

Tacocats performing in Reid Campus Center. Photo by Alan Mendoza.

Tacocat brings big sound to Reid

Emma Cooper November 9, 2015
Wednesday night at 8:00pm, Reid Coffee House hosted the Seattle band Tacocat for an evening of musical paradise.
Photo by Hannah Bashevkin

Harper Joy Theatre performs ‘The Liar’ over Parent’s Weekend

Emma Cooper October 28, 2015
In the Harper Joy Theater from October 22-25, Whitman students performed the comedy The Liar.
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