A newsletter for alumni & friends • February 2024
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What we're talking about this month: A new Chemistry endowment to propel academic success; meet the students behind the Whitman Outdoor Journal; Choctaw Beadworker Roger Amerman ’80 and his course about salmon-centric Tribal Peoples; join the college on a trip to enchanting Slovenia.
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Mark Juhasz, Associate Professor of Chemistry
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A Major Donation to the Chemistry Department Allows For Academic Growth |
The Fan-Na Chemistry Endowment will open up opportunities for students and prepare them to do important work for a better tomorrow. This mentor-focused fund for long-term research opportunities will give students the tools they need to gain experience, knowledge and confidence in STEM careers.
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| Roger Amerman ’80 Brings Native American Heritage to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the Classroom |
Get to know the Choctaw beadworker who brought his expertise to the Marvel series "Echo." Now, as the O'Donnell Visiting Educator in Global Studies he will teach a new course about the paleo-history, history and ethnogeology of salmon-centric Tribal Peoples in the southern Columbia River Plateau.
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What Happens in Whitman’s Personality Lab |
Don’t let the simple sign fool you! Whitman College alums provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the Personality Lab, where they gained valuable skills, self awareness and leadership experience while carrying out fascinating research with Psychology professors. Learn more about the in's and out's of the lab here.
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| Meet the Whitties Behind the Whitman Outdoor Journal |
In this feature from the Spring 2024 issue of Whitman Magazine, see how students are sharing their love of the outdoors through a literary publication. Read the most recent edition and how the journal came to be here.
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Upward Pathway: Arthur Shemitz ’17 |
Inspired by policymaking while he was a student, Arthur Shemitz ’17 goes the extra mile to reimagine government at the Centre for Public Impact. See his path.
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| Fifty under 50: Jed Schwendiman ’92 and Paea LePendu ’96 |
Jed Schwendiman ’92 and Paea LePendu ’96, who both have careers in higher education, support a variety of Whitman programs because of their great experiences on campus. Read about them here.
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Are you an employer looking to hire for the summer? Come look for candidates at the Job and Internship Fair! |
- This event is a unique opportunity for employers seeking to connect with talented individuals in the Inland Northwest region.
- Join the lineup with low registration fees and a chance to build talent pipelines on campus for your company.
- When: March 6, 2024. Register here before the deadline to do so on Feb. 28, 2024.
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Alumni Awards - Seeking Outstanding Whitties! |
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The Alumni Association Board recognizes alumni who exemplify outstanding achievement in their careers, communities, or through service to the college.
- Categories include graduates of the last decade, alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago, alumni striving to light a path for others to follow, and more.
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Nominations are due by Friday, March 15th. Submit Here.
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Send a Graduating Senior a Postcard! |
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Through the WhitMail Project, demonstrate your unwavering support to the Class of 2024 as they join the Whitman Alumni Association.
- Extend a warm welcome and some encouraging words.
- Deadline to submit: May 3, 2024.
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Travel with Whitman to Enchanting Slovenia |
Uncover Europe’s best-kept secret, Slovenia, a spectacular country on the Adriatic coast. Join
Peter '84 and Kristen Bogen Harvey '87 for a unique exploration centered in Portorož, an Adriatic coastal delight, and Ljubljana, Slovenia’s charming capital. See the Alumni Travel page for the full itinerary, pricing and a reservation form. When: August 21-28, 2024.
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W Club Basketball Tailgate
February 17, 2024
Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, Washington
Whitties in the City - Austin
March 2, 2024
Sour Duck Market
Alumni Speaker
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Has something important happened in your life? If you've moved, added to your family, or entered into a marriage or union, Whitman would love to know about it! Click here or email maurerjl@whitman.edu to submit your note.
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A Day of Service and Celebration |
Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Whitties united with students from Walla Walla University and Walla Walla Community College as well as community members to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Together, they marched through downtown Walla Walla and ended the day in service, volunteering at our local food bank, Blue Mountain Action Council. It was an incredible day to honor a legacy and do good for the Walla Walla community.
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