A newsletter for alumni & friends • October 2025
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In this issue: The Serrurier Community-Engaged Teaching and Learning Endowment; meet the new Interfaith Chaplain; and sign up for an upcoming Virtual Event.
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The Serrurier Community-Engaged Teaching and Learning Endowment
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A generous gift from Greg and Nancy Serrurier (Parents ’11) supports a new program at Whitman College focused on expanding immersive learning opportunities to all Whitman students.
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Welcome to Campus: Meet Whitman’s New Faculty Fellows
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Whitman Students Lead the State in College Voting Challenge
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Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs visited campus last week to recognize Whitman College for achieving the highest student voter turnout in Washington state in the 2024 election cycle, thanks to efforts made by the Whitman Votes club.
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Whitman To Welcome New Interfaith Chaplain
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The Alumni Office launched a survey of all alumni on October 1st. If you missed the message in your email, a reminder was sent on October 16th; you can search for a message from noreply @ alchemer.com with a subject line of Whitman Alumni National Survey. The survey will close on October 24th.
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Upward Pathway: Mwamba Muntanga ’25:
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Mwamba Muntanga ’25 was the first person from his high school in Zambia to go to college in the U.S. His Whitman journey was marked by a desire to hold the door open for others and take advantage of every opportunity he found here. With the help of the Career and Community Engagement Center, he connected with mentors and found opportunities for internships in the finance industry. See his path.
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Fifty under 50: Robert Tonnsen ’00
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A degree in Geology from Whitman built the foundation for Rob Tonnsen’s ’00 career. Now retired, Tonnsen’s experiences at Whitman inspired his recent gift to establish two scholarship endowments generously supporting the Upward Together campaign in its final year and helping to provide an enriching educational experience for generations to come. Read more.
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Whitman Athletes Dominate This Fall
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Both Men's and Women's Tennis swept their respective ITA Fall Northwest Regional Championships, winning the singles and doubles titles and advancing to the the national ITA Cup in Rome, GA this weekend.
Head to the Whitman Athletics website to catch up on terrific season for Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball; view the composite schedule; find stats and watch live!
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We're heading to Spokane, Walla Walla and Portland!
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Virtual Event: Tune In For an Alumni Conversation
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- Hear from alum Jason P. Smith ’97 on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 5 p.m. about his pathway to work in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. RSVP to receive a Zoom link to the program.
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Mark your calendars—October 22-23. Whitties around the world will go All In to celebrate and support what makes Whitman amazing! Don't want to wait?
Join early and check out All In for Whitman. You can:
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- Make your gift now - your support sparks momentum.
- Create a match or challenge - inspire others to double down.
- Rally your classmates - share your Whitman story and encourage them to join in too!
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Expect plenty of Whittie spirit, fun events on campus and lots of buzz on social media. Join the excitement and show your pride. Follow #AllinforWhitman #WhitmanCollege #WhittiesGive #Whitman_Alumni!
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Class Notes Deadline: November 15, 2025
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- Class notes for the Spring 2026 edition of the Whitman Magazine are due on November 15, 2025.
- Submit a note to announce an accomplishment, promotion, engagement or marriage, new family additions and so much more!
- Fill out the class note form or email your submission to alumni@whitman.edu. Pictures are appreciated!
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Meet the Interest House Residence Staff!
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Here's your introduction to the Residence Life RAs at each of Whitman's 13 Interest Houses.
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Meet the RAs at each of our 13 Interest Houses. The Interest House Community gathers once per month at one of the houses for a brunch, and members eat dinner together in their separate houses throughout the week. During the year, all of the houses collectively put on all-campus programs. Hear what each RA has to say about this unique living opportunity.
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