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FALL 2024

Whitman Magazine

From the side of a volcano to the stage of a historic theater, from the world of impact investing to the NCAA Championships, Whitman faculty, students and alumni are showing the world what it means to be a Whittie.

Eric Hayashi
Cover Story

Entrepreneur Reimagines a Historic Japanese Theater in Seattle

The Nippon Kan Theatre was once a vibrant part of Seattle Japantown, Nihonmachi, and if Eric Hayashi ™87 has anything to say about it, it will be again. With the restoration of the Nippon Kan, Hayashi is reviving more than a building”he restoring a legacy.

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Feature Stories

Enjoy highlights from this issue of Whitman Magazine.

Professor Nicolaysen Inspires Next-Gen Volcano Researchers

Professor of Geology Kirsten Nicolaysen’s inspired mentorship has led a new generation of scientists to take up volcano research. Now they’re developing better ways to predict eruptions, protect people from the aftermath and gain insights toward a greener future.

Amplifying Diverse Voices Makes This Politics Professor Tick

In Susanne Beechey’s classroom, Whitman students grapple with timely questions of politics, power and privilege, as they learn to make sense of their lives and the world around them.

Meet Whitman Newest Alums

The latest graduates to join the ranks of Whitman’s alumni, the Class of 2024 made the most of their time at Whitman—and now they’re ready to make their mark on the world.

Rookie Golfer Makes Hard Work & Team Spirit Par for the Course

In a breakout rookie season as a Blues golfer, Mason Remington ’27 led the men’s golf team to a conference title and the NCAA Division III Championships. And he’s just getting started.

Future MBA & Whitman Grad Leads With His Heart & Head

Matthias Argenyi ’18 is using his Economics degree to find creative solutions for issues around affordable housing and homelessness. His passion for others, nurtured at Whitman, has remained steadfast through his rise in the world of finance.

2024 Commencement Speaker
Featured Video

How to Be Human in the Age of AI

Cecilia Kang ’94 gave the Class of 2024 some timely advice on how to use their head, their gut and their heart as human touchstones in a world increasingly powered by artificial intelligence.

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On Boyer Avenue

What’s happening on campus—community and college news.

CTUIR Students Earn Full Scholarships to ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Three Native American students received the Šináata Scholarship created in partnership by ³Ô¹ÏÍø and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation.

Human-Centered Design Program Gets Boost From Major Grant Funding

The National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded ³Ô¹ÏÍø nearly $150,000 to develop new curricula for the Human-Centered Design concentration. The NEH grant will provide two years of support for faculty to design, refine, enhance and implement the core components of the program.

Upward Together Hits Record-Breaking Milestone”Thanks to $5M Gift for Stegner Hall

A $5 million gift recognized by the naming of Stegner Hall lifted the Upward Together campaign to a total of $169 million—a record level of philanthropic support for a ³Ô¹ÏÍø campaign.

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