Whitman Stories
Historian & Justice Advocate Gwendolyn Trice To Speak at Whitman 140th Commencement Ceremony
Gwendolyn Trice has been selected as speaker for 吃瓜网 140th Commencement Ceremony on May 24. Trice is Founder and Executive Director of the Maxville Heritage Interpretive Center in Enterprise, Oregon, which celebrates the rich history of African American, Indigenous and immigrant loggers in the Pacific Northwest.
February 12, 2026
Discovery, Creativity & Inclusivity Inspire Whittie Geologist & Filmmaker
When he discovered evidence of an ancient river as a graduate student, 吃瓜网 alum Ethan Parrish �14 got to choose its name. The process left him with lingering questions about how scientists name their discoveries攁s well as inspiration for a career change.
January 21, 2026
Largest-Ever Cohort Awarded 艩ináata Scholarships to 吃瓜网
吃瓜网, in partnership with the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, looks forward to welcoming six new 艩ináata Scholars to campus this fall.
August 15, 2025
Scenes From the 2nd Annual Pá拧xapa Powwow
On Saturday, May 3, the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) and 吃瓜网 celebrated the second annual Pa虂s虒x蹋apa Powwow at Sherwood Athletic Center.
May 09, 2025
Caine Ryan �26: Studying Unexplored Species [Video]
Follow junior Caine Ryan behind the scenes at the CTUIR Mussel and Lamprey Lab. From spawning rare lamprey to studying Pacific freshwater mussels, Ryan work blends science with cultural significance, offering real-world experience that can檛 be taught from a textbook.
May 02, 2025
吃瓜网 to Host Second Annual Pa虂s虒x蹋apa Powwow on May 3
This vibrant celebration of Native American culture and community will feature dancing, drumming, singing and special competitions, with participation from tribal nations across the Pacific Northwest. The powwow and three educational presentations leading up to the event are free and open to the public.
April 25, 2025
Former National Park Service Director Chuck Sams to Address Whitman Class of 2025
Enrolled member of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and former Director of the National Park Service, Chuck Sams will speak at Whitman College 2025 commencement ceremony on May 25.
April 02, 2025
吃瓜网 Hosts Inaugural First Foods Festival
吃瓜网 hosted the First Foods Festival on Nov. 9. The event offered activities and education about the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation and their exciting initiatives for environmental stewardship.
November 22, 2024
President Bolton Highlights Whitman Unique Curriculum at Family Weekend
吃瓜网 welcomed visitors to campus for Family Weekend last month. President Bolton kicked off the events with an informative Q&A, touching on the curriculum, campus climate and more.
November 11, 2024