Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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Student Voices: Gaining Work Experience on Campus
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Recent grad Loela Dickey ’25 didn’t expect theater to shape her future, but that’s exactly what happened when she found a role at Harper Joy Theatre.
“I have never acted in a play or worked backstage on a theater production, which may seem surprising given that I’m a publicist and blogger for Whitman’s Harper Joy Theatre. I love writing, so it’s only natural that I’m an English major.
“On campus, I was looking for a job that would allow me to develop my writing and communications skills outside an academic setting. I also wanted a position that was largely independent and that allowed me to express my creativity. I heard about the publicity role from the box office manager and decided to apply.
“Although I have never been involved in theater, I have always enjoyed the performing arts and was excited to promote this facet of campus life to Whitman students. Not only did this position check all my boxes, but it gave me valuable experience that only benefited me when looking for internships or jobs after Whitman.”
Read more about how this on-campus job led to an off-campus summer internship with another theater in town.
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Whitties are sharing it all in our multimedia blog, Student Voices. Experience Whitman and Walla Walla through our students’ eyes! Read their personal stories, passions and perspectives—from navigating campus life to mentoring and career prep, learning a new language, sharing fun club activities, living in the Interest House Community and more.
All students are welcome to share their Whitman experiences. Staff and faculty are also invited to nominate students. We’d love to partner with various offices across campus to support more student stories. Nominations can be submitted using the Whittie Wisdom Nomination Form.
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Wednesday, Oct. 22 & Thursday, Oct. 23
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Join us this week for our annual All In for Whitman giving days! Our goal for this signature fundraising event is 1,500 donors from across our community of alumni, students, parents, employees and friends. Gifts can support The Whitman Fund, Athletics or your favorite part of Whitman.
All In is also the time of year Annual Giving brings the fun to fundraising. Check out the full schedule of athletic events, themed days, community gatherings and healthy competition!
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Latin American Chamber Music Concert Tonight
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This year’s Pickett Performing Scholar Series features Cuarteto Latinoamericano, world renowned for their presentations of Latin American chamber music. The concert will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 7:30 p.m. in Chism Recital Hall. Admission is free and a light reception will follow. (Flyer attached.)
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Campus Vaccination Clinic Tomorrow
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The Welty Health and Counseling Center is partnering with Safeway Pharmacy to bring flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to campus on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Cordiner Hall. Whitman students, staff and faculty will need to bring a copy of their insurance card and fill out this consent form in advance to receive a vaccination. Most health insurance plans, including Whitman employee health insurance, cover 100% of routine vaccines. Students without adequate insurance will receive vaccines at no additional cost.
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Azulejos Magazine Seeks Submissions
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The Azulejos magazine (formerly Los Ojos de Whitman) is accepting submissions through Thursday, Oct. 30. The campus publication is dedicated to bringing fresh perspectives and compelling narratives, extending the use of Spanish and Spanglish, and creating a community of creative work. It is a space for expression using different media such as poetry, poems and photography. A launch presentation will take place early in December. (Flyer attached.)
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Trick or Treat in the Residence Halls Next Week
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Whitman staff and faculty are invited to bring their families to Trick or Treat in the Residence Halls on Friday, Oct. 31, from 4:30–6 p.m. The fun begins at Reid Campus Center. (Flyer attached.)
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Foreign Born Faculty & Staff ERG Seeks New Members
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The Foreign Born Faculty and Staff Employee Resource Group (ERG) aims to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for immigrant and international employees at Whitman. If you are interested in joining or learning more, please fill out this interest form. Their next gathering is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 27, from 4–6 p.m. at Sweet Basil Pizzeria.
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Three Whitman tennis players—Alexander Stage ’27, Nana Vang ’28 (pictured) and Sascha Wells ’26—recently competed nationally at the 2025 ITA Cup, completing fall play for both Whitman tennis teams.
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Public Forum: Vice President for Inclusive Excellence Candidate
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Sherwood Athletic Center, Room 106
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Welty Health and Counseling Center
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216 Riley Road, Walla Walla
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Reid Campus Center, Young Ballroom [community event]
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Hall of Music, Chism Recital Hall
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Would you like to share an event with campus? Submit the information to the Events Calendar.
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Whitman Today is emailed to Whitman College staff, faculty and students each weekday during the academic year and twice a week during breaks. An archive of previous issues is available online.
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