A newsletter for alumni & friends • April 2025
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In this issue: The impact of giving passionately; a new minor—Architectural History; men's and women's tennis to host NWC championship; send a message to a graduating senior through WhitMail.
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Why I Give: Willem Rasmussen ’15 on Supporting Snakes and Science Outreach
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As a Whitman College student, Willem Rasmussen ’15 co-founded Snakes Alive to introduce children to herpetology through the Science Outreach program. Today, he continues to promote a passion for science with annual gifts to the Biology Department.
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Former National Park Service Director Chuck Sams to Address Whitman’s Class of 2025
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Architectural History: New Minor Explores the Built Environment
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Starting in Fall 2025, Whitman College’s new Architectural History minor will encourage students to investigate the interaction of people and the spaces we build.
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Whitman College Senior Kenzie Bay ’25 Named 2025 Watson Fellow
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Pre-health student Kenzie Bay ’25 has secured a fully funded, yearlong research fellowship that will take her around the world to explore how patients in underserved communities access emergency medical care. She credits her supportive Whitman community for helping her land this rare and highly honored opportunity.
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Blues Qs: What type of stories would you like to see?
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Clara Collins ’20: Following a Poet’s Path
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Clara Collins ’20 transferred to Whitman College to pursue her passion for literature and creative writing. Her coursework as an English major—and her involvement in the arts on campus—helped her refine her craft and launch a career as a writer and teacher. See her path.
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Amy Raschella-Oliver ’92 & Russ Oliver ’93
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For Amy Raschella-Oliver ’92 and Russ Oliver ’93, a long history of giving back to Whitman College began with honoring and celebrating the life of a dear friend and classmate. Read more.
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Inside Athletics: Four Inducted to the Hall of Fame & Tennis to Host Championship
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Floyd Bunt, Jr. (Soccer), Francisco Blanch ’97 (Soccer), Galen Sollom-Brotherton ’14 (Swimming) and Tracy Griffin Zerr ’84 (Swimming)
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Send a Message to a Graduating Senior with WhitMail
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Take a few minutes to welcome a senior to the Whitman Alumni Association.
Mail a postcard or send an email with an attached photo to be given before Commencement.
Postcards can be mailed to the Alumni Office at 345 Boyer Ave., Walla Walla, WA 99362. Deadline: May 5, 2025
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New Orleans and Portland...
Whitman will be in your area!
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Not in Your Area? Attend a Virtual Event!
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- Virtual Lecture: Sailing Within Sight of the Land: Technology and Japanese Relationships with the Sea in the Tokugawa Period with Professor of History Jakobina Arch. Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4 p.m. PDT. RSVP.
- Alumni Talk: Queer Advocacy and Activism Through Education and Law with Jane Carmody ’14 and the QLaw Foundation. Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4 p.m. PDT. RSVP.
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Class of 1975 50th Reunion Registration is Live
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New Spots Open to Sail with Whitman to the Galápagos Islands
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- Take the trip of a lifetime exploring one of the most well preserved ecosystems aboard the Santa Cruz II.
- Special guest Dr. Pat Spencer, Grace F. Phillips Professor of Geology, will guide travelers through the archipelago.
- See the full itinerary, price and a reservation form.
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Last Week, Students Shared What Good Things Happened to Them on Campus
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