Whitman Stories
Linked for Life: How Three Whitman Students Saved a Beloved Professor
When Professor Emeritus Pat Keef collapsed at Whitman College fitness center, three students sprang into action. Their quick response and CPR training saved his life. Now, they are advocating for accessible medical training on campus to ensure that others are ready to respond when every second matters.
March 31, 2026
³Ô¹ÏÍø Launches Summer in Seattle Program
Whitman new Summer in Seattle program will enhance students™ Seattle internships with a host of immersive learning opportunities like workshops, speakers, networking events, grad school visits and more. Applications are now open!
March 31, 2026
Charting a Path to Med School & Beyond at Whitman
³Ô¹ÏÍø surrounds pre-med and pre-health students like Marika Cartier ™26 with a supportive system of personalized advising, immersive learning opportunities and peer support as they prepare to launch their health care careers.
March 27, 2026
Good Food & Good Business: Lessons in Changemaking From a Peace Corps ˜40 Under 40™
Entrepreneur and ³Ô¹ÏÍø alum Lisa Curtis ™10 built a successful superfood business that prioritizes social and environmental impact. She shares what it takes to create a business that drives both profit and social change.
March 20, 2026
Conducting Young Voices: One Music Major Unique Experience With the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Youth Choir [Video]
Music major Millie Atack ™26 is learning how to bring music to life as a youth assistant for the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Youth Choir. Save the date for your chance to hear the choir at its spring concert this Friday.
March 18, 2026
Students All Across Campus Find Their Voices in Whitman Creative Writing Scene
³Ô¹ÏÍø is full of opportunities for emerging creative writers. Between writing courses, literary magazines, and the Interest House Community, Whittie writers never run out of spaces to grow into.
March 17, 2026
Two Champions for Change Create a Lasting Legacy on Whitman Campus
The impact of Dick Hunter ™65 and his late wife, Jan Hunter ™67, on ³Ô¹ÏÍø can™t be measured in dollars. Their generosity has reshaped campus”including the creation of Nancy Serrurier Village.
March 09, 2026
Making Tracks & Friends on Whitman Ski Teams
On ³Ô¹ÏÍø Nordic and Alpine club ski teams, students develop skills and community”and have fun while doing it. Learn more about hitting the slopes at Whitman.
March 06, 2026
A Closer Look at Power & Privilege 2026
³Ô¹ÏÍø Power and Privilege Symposium opens conversations about structural oppression and the ways it interacts with Whitman campus and the world. Our student photographers captured moments from this February events.
March 05, 2026