Spring is in full bloom at Whitman College, and with it come many prospective and admitted students and their families! April is an important month in the admission cycle, with visits taking place every week Monday through Saturday and larger admitted students programs taking place on April 1 and 15.
Whatever your role at Whitman, you have a part to play in welcoming admitted students over the next few weeks. Here are a few ways to help:
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- Smile! Be ready to turn a friendly face to people you pass on campus.
- Wear your Whitman gear, especially on the days that admitted students programs are taking place.
- Be conscientious about parking. Please do not park in the spaces labeled for visitors or anywhere that blocks campus sidewalks or pathways.
- Answer questions.
- Extend invitations to classes and events.
- Share what you love about Whitman!
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Thank you to everyone who engages with these admitted students from the initial point of contact through their upcoming visits and decisions.
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Professor of Psychology Publishes Research Paper
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Food Pantry Stocked for Ramadan
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Last week marked the beginning of Ramadan, the holiest month in the Muslim calendar which commemorates the time when the first verses of the Quran were revealed more than 1,400 years ago. This sacred time is marked by fasting, prayer, community and philanthropy for Muslims all over the world. The Whitman Muslim Student Association is partnering with the Whitman Food Pantry and the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life to provide food options through the end of Ramadan—not only for Muslims in the Whitman community, but for anyone who might like to sample some of the foods that are typically eaten when the sun sets and it’s time to break the fast. The Food Pantry in the GAC is accessible with your Whitman ID between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. daily. Ramadan Mubarak!
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Today: Neurodiversity in the Classroom
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Antonia Keithahn, Associate Director of Academic Resources, and Mary Raschko, Associate Dean for Faculty Development, will co-facilitate a professional development session for faculty and staff focused on teaching students with autism and other sensory needs, while introducing concepts that have wider relevance to other forms of neurodivergence. The session takes place at 4 p.m. today in Memorial 331 (RSVP).
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Community Fellow Program: 10 Year Anniversary
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The Community Fellow Program, the first initiative of the Career and Community Engagement Center, is celebrating 10 years of serving the Walla Walla community while providing students with valuable professional and life experiences. A reunion of previous participants will be held on campus this weekend. Students who want to learn more about connecting with the Walla Walla community are invited to a reception at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 31 in the Reid Ballroom.
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Reminder: Inclusive Excellence Award Nominations
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Tomorrow is the final day to submit nominations for the Division of Diversity and Inclusion’s 2023 Inclusive Excellence Awards—recognizing staff, faculty and students who have made significant contributions to the advancement of inclusive excellence at Whitman in the last year.
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Swim Lessons by Whitman Swim Team Athletes
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Student-athletes on the Whitman College swim teams will offer swim lessons in April, with two week-long sessions (April 3–6 and April 10–13) and three time slots to choose from (4 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5 p.m.). Lessons are for all skill levels and open to anyone age 4 to adult. Registration is due Saturday, April 1. (See attached flyer.)
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The Office of Student Activities, in partnership with the West Southwest Industrial Areas Foundation, will host a panel discussion about “Organizing in a Divided Country” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 1 in Olin Auditorium. There will also be a free “Community Organizing 101” training session from 1–6 p.m. on Sunday, April 2 in Olin 129 (dinner provided). Registration is required for Sunday’s training. (See attached flyer.)
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In accordance with Washington State Labor & Industries employer requirements, we are notifying the campus community that since yesterday, two people with Whitman access were confirmed positive for COVID-19.
Please continue to follow all our campus COVID-19 protocols and if you have any symptoms that may be COVID-19 or know that you may have been exposed to coronavirus, please be tested.
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Professional Development: Neurodiversity in the Classroom
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Asian Studies Interest House
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Strategic Planning Feedback Opportunity (Students)
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