Thursday, December 19, 2024

Feature by: Division of Inclusive Excellence

As we come to the end of fall semester and head into the break, we wanted to lift up some of the important dates and programs planned for spring. Earlier this week, a number of people gathered for a regular strategic programming meeting to think together about the lineup of programs, guest speakers and events scheduled for the upcoming semester. Our intention is to ensure our college programming does not exceed our support services capacity, that we are responsive to the student stress calendar and the religious holy days calendar, and that we provide the campus with timely programming and resources that can help advance inclusive excellence and contribute to community wellbeing.

Some of the major speakers scheduled for spring term include:

A few signature student programs in the spring to look out for include:

Other major programs include:

We will be visited by folks from Recognize Violence, Change Culture; Colectiva Legal del Pueblo; and Columbia University International Interfaith Research Lab. We will also continue to provide access to a webinar series from AHEAD.

This is not a comprehensive list. There are lots of Whitman Athletics events and various other amazing programs that will emerge in the spring. Additional guest speaker visits are in the works that will be announced once they are finalized. This look ahead is offered so that people can make note of some events on their calendars, follow up with program organizers for collaborations, and integrate content into their curriculum. Please reach out to diversity@whitman.edu with any questions.

To learn more about these events, speakers and organizations, read the full article online.

Geology-Environmental Studies major Henry Anderson ’27 recently attended the largest international gathering of Earth and space scientists, at the annual American Geophysical Union Conference in Washington, D.C. Anderson presented a poster on ecohydrology research conducted last summer through the Texas A&M Research Experiences for Undergraduates program in Costa Rica. 

The Health Center and Counseling Center will be closed for routine appointments during the winter break. Health Center staff compiled a list of physical, mental health and food security resources that will continue to be available. 

President Sarah Bolton invites Whitman faculty and staff to a Winter Celebration on Friday, Dec. 20, from 6–9 p.m. in Reid Campus Center. 

Reid Campus Center will close early on Friday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m. Whitman ID cardholders may access the building during break on Monday, Dec. 23, as well as Jan. 2–17 (Monday–Friday only), from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The building will resume regular hours on Saturday, Jan. 18.

The Whitman College Post Office will be open normal hours through Monday, Dec. 23. The campus post office will be closed from Tuesday, Dec. 24, reopening on Thursday, Jan. 2.

Employees who have a membership to the Walla Walla YMCA through our partnership with Active & Fit Direct are advised that the YMCA will be moving from the standard network to the premium network on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025. An email from Active & Fit Direct was sent to current members with the option to either move to the premium network for $47 per month in order to remain with the YMCA, or choose another fitness location inside the standard network at the current rate of $28 per month. To sign up for a new Active & Fit membership for $0 enrollment fee, follow the link found in myWhitman under “Link Index.”

The Office of Communications partnered with the Music Department to create this year’s holiday video. If you missed it, consider taking a few minutes to enjoy some beautiful music by our talented chorale and jazz students. Many thanks to everyone who participated. Enjoy the performance and see the credits.

9–11 a.m.

Final Exams

Whitman College

1:30–3:30 p.m.

Staff Advisory Council Virtual Office Hours

Virtual Event

2–4 p.m.

Final Exams

Whitman College

9–11 a.m.

Final Exams

Whitman College

2–4 a.m.

Final Exams

Whitman College

6–9 p.m.

Winter Celebration for Faculty & Staff

Reid Campus Center

7–9 p.m.

Walla Walla Symphony Series

Cordiner Hall [Community Event]

2 p.m.

Whitman Men’s Basketball at Walla Walla University

Walla Walla University

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