Friday, February 27, 2026
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African Diaspora Dance Tonight
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By the Whitman Events Board
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Join us as we celebrate Black History Month with a cultural experience honoring the music and dances of the African Diaspora. The African Diaspora Dance event will take place on Friday, March 27, at 7 p.m. in Reid Campus Center’s Young Ballroom. (Flyer attached.)
The night will feature sounds across hip-hop, Afrobeat, R&B and Amapiano, and a space to appreciate the richness and global impact of Black music and culture.
No dance experience is needed. Come as you are and be ready to move, learn and enjoy. There will be dance demonstrations throughout the event, giving everyone the opportunity to try new styles in a welcoming environment. The evening will also feature a live set by DJ Shanté (also known as DJ Nneek, The Musical Scientist), an emcee and student instructors guiding the experience.
We will also have a photo booth so you can capture the energy of the night. This event is open to everyone, and we look forward to celebrating together.
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Staff Employment Opportunities
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Whitman College is currently hiring for the following staff positions:
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Library Film Screening & Discussion Tomorrow
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Penrose Library and the Walla Walla Public Library will co-host a free screening of the recent documentary “The Librarians” on Saturday, Feb. 28, at 1 p.m. in Hunter Conservatory’s Kimball Theatre. (Watch the trailer.) The screening will be followed by a panel discussion on the topics of censorship and information access and how book challenges have played out in our community.
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CHECK IT Launch Party This Weekend
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A CHECK IT Launch Party will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 8–10 p.m. in Reid Campus Center’s Young Ballroom. CHECK IT is a student-led movement that empowers our community with skills to take action when we witness sexual violence, dating violence and stalking. (Flyer attached.)
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Apply To Live in the Interest House Community
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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. Apply online, now through Sunday, March 8. To learn more, stop by any of the interest houses during an open house event on Sunday, March 1, from noon–1:30 p.m. (Flyer attached.)
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Undergraduate Conference Deadline Next Week
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Religion Department Hosts Perry Lecture Next Week
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The annual Genevieve Perry Lecture in the Study of Religion will take place on Thursday, March 5, at 5 p.m. in the Hall of Science’s Brattain Auditorium. Kathryn Gin Lum is Professor and Chair of Religious Studies at Stanford University and Director of the American Religions in a Global Context initiative. Her talk is titled “Heathen: Religion and Race in American History.” (Flyer attached.)
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Updated Bookstore Hours in March
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The Whitman College Bookstore will operate with adjusted hours during the month of March—open Monday–Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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At the annual Hosokawa Journalism Award Dinner earlier this week, the following staff of the Whitman Wire received prizes for their work (pictured from left): Garrett Schreiber ’26 (Sports), Payton Davies ’26 (Illustration), Stephan Hermann ’29 (Opinion), Atziri Fernandez ’27 (Photography), Jesse Grubb ’28 (Feature). Wire Publisher Eddie Buchko ’26 holds the award certificates for the winners not in attendance, Danny Pottharst ’28 (News) and Meghan Kearney ’26 (Humor).
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Sherwood Athletic Center, Room 114
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Welty Health and Counseling 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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Reid Campus Center, Young Ballroom
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Departing from Reid Campus Center
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Hunter Conservatory, Kimball Theatre
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Reid Campus Center, Lower Level
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Reid Campus Center, Young Ballroom
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