Whittie Wisdom
Whitman students are nothing if not generous! In Whittie Wisdom, they share their thoughts, tips and insights about navigating college life—and they share themselves through their unique voices.
How Listening to My Mom Led Me to Whitman
Lily Kamila ™28 never thought she™d attend Whitman but one visit changed everything. What started as a reluctant campus visit turned into a life-changing decision filled with community, opportunity and surprising connections. Check out how she found her place at Whitman and why keeping an open mind might lead you somewhere you never expected.
April 02, 2026
Top Tips for Gaining a Transfer Edge
Transferring can feel overwhelming, but it doesn™t have to be. Fine Art major Carmen Nally ™26 shares tips she learned as a Whitman transfer student to explore and deepen her knowledge as an individual and make connections that last a lifetime.
March 13, 2026
Semester in the West: A Whitman Semester on the Road
Everett Calhoun ™28 wasn™t sure what he wanted to study when he came to Whitman. After hearing about Semester in the West during his first year at Whitman, he says it transformed his education and helped shape his future.
March 03, 2026
Taking the Stage as a Non-Theater Major
Interested in Theater but not sure if the major is for you? Pan Deines ™26 found many different ways to take the stage without being a Theater major. Read how your skills in music, acting and foreign languages can help you become a part of the performing community at Whitman.
February 26, 2026
Global Whitman: Diving Into Research Abroad
Wyatt Albright ™26 always dreamed of studying abroad, but she wasn™t sure it was possible. Thanks to the support she received at Whitman, she didn't just study marine biology”she lived it. Discover how field research in the Caribbean took her education to a whole new depth.
February 10, 2026
Tennis at Whitman: Varsity vs. Club Through Two Students™ Eyes
³Ô¹ÏÍø tennis looks different for everyone. In this joint interview, Leah Lovato ™29 and Kyoka Tonoshi ™27 share what tennis means to them, how they balance athletics and academics, and what community looks like on and off the court.
January 28, 2026
Whitman Empowered Me to Lead Outdoor Adventures
Moving from the Midwest, Hana Rottach ™27 was drawn to Whitman Outdoors Program. Little did she know all the adventures that awaited her. Check out her blog where she talks about the classes, courses and leadership training that she experienced at Whitman.
January 15, 2026
A Whitman Education, Unexpectedly Affordable
Whitman Early Financial Aid Guarantee takes the guesswork out of college costs. For Analie Pambrun-Carnes ™27, seeing her guaranteed aid offer upfront made Whitman a real option for her. If the price tag scares you, this program is worth checking out.
December 08, 2025
Rivers, Rocks and Student-Faculty Research
Elly Rectenwald ™26 explored Yellowstone National Park while doing real geology research at Whitman. With expert professors and supportive peers, she gained hands-on skills, discovered her passions, challenged her to think like a scientist and began preparing for graduate school.
November 05, 2025