Thursday, October 20, 2022

Grace Ko '08 is a director of talent acquisition for LinkedIn. In this video, Ko talks about her Whitman experience, gives advice for students on how to make the most of their time on campus, and offers dynamic advice from a hiring professional's perspective on how to succeed in the current job market.

Noteworthy

Journalist Laura Krantz '00 was recently interviewed on NPR about her new children's book "The Search for Sasquatch." Inspired by her popular Wild Thing podcast, Krantz wrote the book to help young people think critically about mysteries in the world through the lens of science.

Baker Ferguson Professor of Politics and Leadership Emeritus Timothy Kaufman-Osborn has published a two-part essay titled "Neofascism, Florida Style" (part 1 / part 2) in the "Academe" blog of the American Association of University Professors. The essay opens with an analysis of Florida's so-called "Stop WOKE Act," which the AAUP has labeled an "educational gag order." Kaufman-Osborn then argues that this bill is but one element of a larger project designed to secure unilateral control over Florida's public education system, including its colleges and universities, in the service of a right-wing agenda.

Film & Media Studies announces the return of "The Cold Open" podcast, available now on Spotify. Episode #45, "The 2022 Pop Culture Love & Revulsion Edition," was released this week with Kynde Kiefel (Sheehan Gallery) and Robert Sickels (Film and Media Studies).

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Free flu shots are available for students, faculty and staff, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. every afternoon at the Welty Student Health Center, while supplies last.

The annual Freedom Songs concert will take place on Saturday, Dec. 10 in Harper Joy Theatre. Organizers are looking for groups and individuals with a desire to use artistic and musical expression to share a piece of their culture. The theme for this year's event is "Piece of Home." If you are interested in participating, please email Marina Balasanyan or Emmanuel Sakala and sign up for auditions.

Daily COVID-19 Update

In accordance with Washington state Labor & Industries employer requirements, we are notifying the campus community that since yesterday, no one with Whitman access was confirmed positive for COVID-19. 

 

Please continue to follow all our campus COVID-19 protocols to help prevent transmission. If you have any symptoms that may be COVID-19 or know that you may have been exposed to coronavirus, please be tested. Additional masks and rapid test kits are available 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 1:30-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Welty Student Health Center. 

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