New Public Health Concentration Announced
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Future doctors, researchers and health advocates often start with the same questions: How can we help people live healthier lives? What drives health disparities across communities? And how can compassion and science work hand in hand?
Beginning in the 2026–2027 academic year, Whitman will offer a new interdisciplinary Public Health concentration, designed for students interested in pre‑med studies, seeking comprehensive preparation for future health careers, or wanting to better understand health and society.
Public health and pre-med students need more than just science coursework—health care, research and policy are inherently interdisciplinary, requiring students to understand biological processes, social systems, environmental conditions and policy frameworks. Whitman’s new Public Health concentration draws on all of those concepts and easily complements many majors, from Brain, Behavior and Cognition to Environmental Studies to Politics to Economics.
“Students interested in public health need broad education, strong critical thinking and information literacy skills, and the ability to communicate clearly,” says Alissa Cordner, Professor of Sociology and Director of the Public Health concentration. “Whitman’s liberal arts model provides an ideal foundation for understanding public health issues or going into health-related careers.”
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Classics Professor Publishes Article on the Sibylline Oracles
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Assistant Professor of Classics Daniel C. Smith recently published an article in the peer-reviewed volume “Listen to the Sibyl: The History, Poetics and Reception of the Sibylline Oracles” (Brill, 2026). His contribution analyzes the figure of the Sibylline Oracle, a Babylonian woman who issued hexametrical prophecies concerning the future fate of the Hellenic and Roman worlds, within her ongoing figuration in Roman Late Antiquity. Smith considers how Roman authors made use of the Sibyl’s presentation as a foreign Babylonian woman within the context of Rome’s ongoing conflicts with Parthia and its ideological formations of Eastern peoples and gods. The work draws on literary sources, political histories and Roman material culture to understand the Sibyl within late ancient discourses of ethnicity and imperialism.
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Employee Appreciation Day Today
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The Office of Human Resources invites all faculty and staff to a casual celebration for Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, March 6, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Stop by Memorial Building, Room 331, to take a break, enjoy some treats, catch up with other faculty and staff members or make a card of appreciation to share with a colleague.
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Gluten-Free Macaroni & Cheese Event Tonight
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The Don’t Eat the Wheat Club and the Wellness House will co-host an event on Friday, March 6, at 6 p.m. at the Wellness House (104 Merriam St.) to sample a variety of gluten-free varieties of macaroni and cheese. (Flyer attached.)
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Harper Joy Theatre Play This Weekend
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The Harper Joy Theatre season continues with “The Dragon” by Evgeny Schwartz with performances March 5–7 at 8 p.m. and March 7–8 at 2 p.m. The play, described as a darkly funny political satire disguised as a fairy tale, was translated by Elizabeth Reynolds Hapgood and is directed by Professor of Theater Christopher Petit. Tickets—free for Whitman students—are available through the box office. (Flyer attached.)
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Applications To Live in the Interest House Community Due Sunday
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Ever wondered what it’s like to live in a cozy, themed house right on campus complete with a full kitchen, fireplace and a community that shares your interests? The Interest House Community (IHC) offers a chance to live, learn and grow with others who share your passions—from languages to wellness to the environment. Applications are due Sunday, March 8.
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Whitman Stationery Orders Due Monday
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To place an order for Whitman-branded stationery, email Andrea Volz at volza@whitman.edu by the end of day on Monday, March 9. Estimated delivery is Wednesday, April 22.
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Physics major Amber Bakken ’26 (left) and Physics and Mathematics major Sebastian Wiedenhoeft ’27 (right) have been coaching the Sharpstein and Edison Elementary fifth-grade math teams since November. Last Friday, Edison took first place and Sharpstein placed second in their 11-school division at the regional Math Is Cool competition.
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Employee Appreciation Day
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Memorial Building, Room 331
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Sherwood Athletic Center, Room 114
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Welty Health and Counseling Center
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Greenhouse Plant Giveaway
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Between Penrose Library and the Hall of Science
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Away (watch party in Reid Campus Center)
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Hall of Music, Chism Recital Hall
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Welty Health and Counseling Center, Wellnest
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Hunter Conservatory, Kimball Theatre
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Reid Campus Center, Coffeehouse and Room G02
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Departing from Reid Campus Center
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McNary National Wildlife Refuge
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