The Press in Times of Peril
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Panelists (from left) Deepa Kumar and Gabriela Martínez, alongside moderators Nazaaha Penick ’25 and Nicole Simek, kicked off The Press in Times of Peril series with a roundtable discussion last month.
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The Center for Global Studies recently launched its investigative journalism series—the Press in Times of Peril—designed to explore the critical intersection of media, democracy and global issues. The yearlong series invites thought leaders and experts from a variety of backgrounds to share their insights on the evolving media landscape and the ethical responsibilities and challenges of journalists today.
Director of the Center for Global Studies Nicole Simek says learning the broad structures of how different fields of study make a global impact is why she encourages all students to consider a Global Studies Concentration at Whitman.
“Students considering careers in journalism must navigate the intricate local contexts and broader global structures that shape our world and narratives,” says Simek. “This year, 2024, is witnessing elections that affect nearly half the world’s population, alongside a disturbing spike in killings and jailings of journalists and emerging modes of digital governance, surveillance and control that together create a sense of unsettlement and uncertainty. ”
Read more.
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- Thursday, October 17 at 6:30 p.m.
A film screening of “Lyd,” a sci-fi documentary, followed by a discussion led by Lauren Osborne, Associate Professor of Religion, and Tarik Elseewi, Associate Professor of Film and Media Studies and Director of South Asian and Middle Eastern Studies. (Flyer attached.)
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Blues Golf Teams Take Top Spots at Competition
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The men’s and women’s golf teams finished the recent Logger Shootout event at the top of both the team and individual leaderboards. On the men’s team, the top three spots were earned by Grady Brown ’28, Alexander Knox ’25 and Mason Remington ’27. On the women’s team, Katya Kurkoski ’25 earned the top spot, Ellena Jeong ’27 tied for second and Cindy Luo ’26 placed third.
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History Department Lecture Tonight
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The History Department will host a lecture by Daniel Chard, Assistant Professor of History at Western Washington University, on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 5 p.m. in Olin Hall, room 129. The public talk, titled “Crucible of Antiterrorism: Political Violence and Backlash Against U.S. Intelligence Reform,” will explore the history, foundation, and backlash of U.S. intelligence reforms from the 1970s to the beginning of the 21st century. (Flyer attached.)
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Safer Sex & Birth Control Education Tonight
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Student Life is partnering with Planned Parenthood of Walla Walla to provide an information session about best safer sex practices and birth control options on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. in Prentiss Hall. Free condoms, dental dams and lubricant will be available.
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Flu Shots Available This Week
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The Welty Student Health Center will have free influenza vaccinations available for students, faculty and staff on Tuesday, Oct. 8 and Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Supplies are limited. In addition, Safeway will be on site providing COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations on Wednesday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cordiner Hall.
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Student Life Offers Supportive Resources
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The Division of Student Life would like to provide supportive resources to any Whitman students who have been affected by recent natural disasters or other catastrophes around the world. Please contact Care Coordinator Charlotte Scott at scottcm@whitman.edu or call the Dean of Students Office at 509-527-5158.
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(from left to right): Whitman sorority Membership Vice Presidents Cessa DeSario ’27 (Kappa Kappa Gamma), Olivia Wood ’27 (Kappa Alpha Theta), Siena Hayes ’26 (Alpha Phi) and Hailey Kay Peterson ’27 (Delta Gamma) recently celebrated the success of their recent recruitment efforts which concluded this past weekend.
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Drop-In Conversations with the Interfaith Chaplain
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Reid Campus Center, All Faiths Room
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Movement That Matters: MELT
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Welty Student Health Center
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Reid Campus Center, Queer Resource Center (216)
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Reid Campus Center, Room 240
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Information Session: Safer Sex & Birth Control
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Reid Campus Center, Basement
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Cordiner Hall [community event]
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Harper Joy Theatre, Freimann Studio Theatre
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