Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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Feature by: Greg Powell, Director of Campus Security
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With the holiday season approaching, a time that typically corresponds with an increase in crimes of opportunity, Campus Security would like to share some safety tips to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable break.
On Campus:
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- Remember to lock the door of your room or office whenever you leave it. This simple precaution can help ensure the safety of your personal belongings.
- Avoid letting strangers “piggyback” on your entry to locked buildings.
- If you leave campus during the break, store your bike in an indoor bike rack in a residence hall.
- Stay in well-lit and well-populated areas when walking at night.
- Know the location of the nearest blue light phone for safety purposes.
- In an emergency, immediately call 911 and inform the campus security as soon as possible.
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- Never leave valuable items visible in your car. This can attract unwanted attention and increase the risk of theft.
- Park your vehicle as close as possible to your intended destination.
- Be mindful of your surroundings when approaching or leaving your vehicle.
- If you need to use an ATM, choose a well-lit location and withdraw only the necessary cash.
- Avoid leaving packages delivered to your doorstep unattended.
- If you observe any suspicious activity or behavior, please inform the local police immediately.
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Remember, we are here to help. If you see something, say something. Call campus security at 509-527-5777. Our security officers are available to assist you 24/7.
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Two Students Finalists in StoryMaps Competition
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Ishaan Swami ’26 and Theo Delmonaco ’24 placed as finalists in the 2023 ArcGIS StoryMaps Competition, a global competition to create place-based stories about equitably conserving the earth’s lands and waters, with submissions from more than 50 countries. The Whitman students submitted a website created for Land, Water, Justice, a field course taught by Eunice Blavascunas, Associate Professor of Anthropology and Environmental Studies, and Stan Thayne, Senior Lecturer of Environmental Studies.
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Nicole Simek Publishes Book on Race and Kinship
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Nicole Simek, the Cushing Eells Professor of Philosophy and Literature, and Professor of Indigeneity, Race, and Ethnicity Studies and Gender Studies, has published a new book titled “Alchemies of Blood and Afro-Diasporic Fiction: Race, Kinship, and the Passion for Ontology.” This study focuses on the resurgence of biological racism in 21st-century public discourse, the ontological and material turns in the academy that have occurred over the same time period and the ways in which Afro-diasporic cultural production has responded to both with alternative visions of bloodlines, kinship and community.
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Strategic Priorities Survey for Faculty/Staff
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One of Whitman College’s strategic priorities is “A Vibrant Campus Community That Supports Learning, Thriving and Lifelong Relationships.” The Vibrant Campus Community subcommittee invites all faculty and staff to take this four question survey and share their thoughts and feedback. Responses are due by Friday, Dec. 15.
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Second Issue of Los Ojos de Whitman Published
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The Hispanic Studies Department recently published the second edition of “Los Ojos de Whitman,” a collection of storytelling, poetry, illustration and photography on the theme of “identity” by bilingual and Spanish-speaking students and community members. The digital magazine features cover art by Alondra Quintero ’25 and was edited by students in HISP 305, taught by Visiting Assistant Professor of Hispanic Studies Mariana Perez.
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Each member of the Registrar’s Office recently baked a dozen cookies for “The Great Registrar Cookie Bake Off: Season 2.” Transfer Credit Evaluator Pam Fowler won the contest with “The Easiest, Prettiest Holiday Cookies” (recipe available upon request). Congratulations!
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