A newsletter for alumni & friends • July 2024
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A Message from the Chair of the Board of Trustees |
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Dear Alumni & Friends:
I’m delighted to share news of the largest commitment yet to the Upward Together Campaign: a $10.5 million planned estate gift from a loyal alumnus and his spouse. This extraordinary commitment is unrestricted and will enable the College to make significant, future investments to prepare students to be leaders and thinkers.
Whitman students continue to inspire with their talent and promise for making an impact in communities throughout the world. Economics and Mathematics major Maryanne Ngung’u ‘26 earned a Project for Peace grant for her work with women at a Nairobi market. And our three talented incoming Šináata Scholars will bring impressive academic and leadership experience from the CTUIR to our community next month.
As we continue our shared work for uplifting Whitman students, I am proud to announce two outstanding new leaders and members of the Board of Trustees: Kirsten Gable ‘01, a management consultant in Spokane and Cecilia Kang ‘94, technology reporter for The New York TImes.
Finally, I’m grateful for 50 Under 50 donors Jason Copeland ‘94, Rob Hinnen ‘91, and Rebecca ‘01 and Nat Edmonds, who are stepping up to provide leadership in philanthropy through the Upward Together Campaign. Thank you for all that you continue to do for Whitman in helping Whitties go on to lives of success and purpose.
Joe Davis ‘80
Chair, Board of Trustees
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Whitman Receives $10.5 Million Estate Commitment |
Whitman College has received a $10.5 million unrestricted bequest commitment from a loyal alumnus and his wife, who choose to remain anonymous. The commitment is the largest of the Upward Together campaign and the largest planned bequest in the college’s history.
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| Two New Trustees Appointed |
Whitman College has announced the appointment of two distinguished alumni to its Board of Trustees: Kirsten Adams Gable ’01 and Cecilia Kang ’94. Both bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the Whitman community, further strengthening the college’s leadership and vision for the future.
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| CTUIR Students Earn Full Scholarships |
In partnership with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), Whitman is proud to announce that Anthony Crawford, Sky Smith and Allen Zamudio have been awarded the Šináata Scholarship. All three are 2024 graduates of Nixyáawii Community School, a public charter school located on the Umatilla Indian Reservation near Pendleton, Oregon.
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Econ-Math Major Awarded Projects for Peace Grant for Work in Kenya Market |
Read about Maryanne Ndung’u ’26, an Econ-Math major, who has been awarded a $10,000 Projects for Peace grant to work directly with 20 women in the Kawangware Market in Nairobi, Kenya, this summer.
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Upward Pathway: Tyler Calkin-Low ’09 |
Tyler Calkin-Low ’09, a professor at the University of Nevada, Reno—where he teaches digital media, creative coding, and game design—often reflects on how his undergraduate experiences paved the way for his career in higher education. See his path.
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Fifty under 50: Rebecca Zumeta Edmonds ’01 and Nat Edmonds |
For Rebecca Zumeta Edmonds ’01 and her husband Nat, access and affordability are top priorities. Together, they created the Zumeta Edmonds Family Scholarship to help talented first-generation college students. Read more.
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Class of 2024: Welcome to the Whitman College Alumni Association! |
As an alum, staying connected to the college and its community is a great way to maintain memories, foster relationships, and stay informed about current events and news. Update your address so we can invite you to career networking and social events in your area! Lifetime membership is FREE.
Check out the Alumni 101 page for job resources, guides to your city and more!
Sign up for Whitman Connect for even more networking opportunities!
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Welcoming New Advisory Board Leadership |
Nominate Someone to the Athletics Hall of Fame! |
- Induction to The Whitman College Athletics Hall of Fame is the highest honor given to former Whitman student-athletes, coaches, administrators and contributors.
- Nominations are due in September 2024 for a Spring 2025 induction.
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Fill out this form to nominate someone and read the nomination guidelines.
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As the class of 2028 receives their box of Walla Walla sweets, we’ve taken on the challenge here on campus!
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