Tuesday, October 29, 2024
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A Radio Renaissance on Campus
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Feature by: Zoe Perkins ’25
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Fifty-three years ago, a group of industrious young Whitman students decided to start a college radio station. Now, half a century later, Whitman’s own KWCW is bringing together tradition and innovation while continuing to rock the town of Walla Walla.
Recent years at the station haven’t all been smooth sailing. The COVID-19 pandemic shut down operations for a while before limited programming returned in the spring of 2021. Things didn’t get back into full swing until the fall of 2022, and even then, it was a slow process to get back to where things were before. Now, the station is more popular than ever and looking forward to a bright future.
Last spring, KWCW had the highest number of DJs in recent memory, starting the semester with a slate of 150 Whitties on the airwaves. In addition, last semester saw the station hosting several concerts and other events, including the first-ever Talberts, an awards show á la the Grammys, with plans to make it an annual event.
Read more.
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Emergency Alert Test This Week
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Whitman College uses Everbridge for its emergency communications, which is able to send alerts by email, text and phone call as well as to the Everbridge app. We highly recommend adding the Everbridge app to your smart device.
A test of the emergency alert system is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 1. In the meantime, you can verify and/or update your emergency alert mobile number at my.whitman.edu (under “Profile” and “Campus Alert”).
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Help Build an Ofrenda Tonight
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The Hispanic Studies Department and Unidos student affinity group invite you to help set up an ofrenda (community altar) on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 5–6 p.m. in the Reid Campus Center lobby. The event is in honor of Día de Muertos (Day of the Death), a traditional Mexican celebration that memorializes the circle of life. Feel free to bring something to add to the ofrenda, such as photos of your deceased loved ones or their favorite food/token. (Flyer attached.)
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Oktoberfest Event Tonight
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Das Deutsche Haus (The German House) will host an Oktoberfest celebration on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 6 p.m. Stop by to enjoy alcohol-free drinks, food and music. (Flyer attached.)
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Retirement Party Tomorrow
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Faculty and staff are invited to stop by a retirement celebration for Telara McCullough, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources, on Wednesday, Oct. 30 between 3:30–5:30 p.m. at Baker Center. Wish her well and help decorate ceramic plant markers for her garden.
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Student Research Poster Session Tomorrow
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A STEM student research poster session will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 7–8:30 p.m. in the Hall of Science atrium. Come learn about research opportunities and STEM majors and courses. Snacks will be provided at this costume-friendly event.
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Alpha Eta, the Whitman chapter of the Delta Gamma, received the “Spirit of the Region” award from the sorority’s executive offices for “achieving excellence in upholding the values that exemplify Delta Gamma Fraternity.”
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Movement That Matters: MELT
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Penrose Library, Room 313 (“The Fishbowl”)
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Welty Student Health Center
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Penrose Library, Room 313 (“The Fishbowl”)
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Reid Campus Center, Lobby
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Das Deutsche Haus Interest House
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Reid Campus Center, Coffeehouse
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Would you like to share an event with campus? Submit the information to the Events Calendar.
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