Tuesday, March 15, 2022

The latest issue of the Whitman Magazine is out! In this edition, we learn about Whitties exploring places as nearby as Cleveland Commons and as far away as outer space and building relationships that transcend generational and cultural differences. A few of the not-to-miss articles are:

• “A Grand Finale” detailing the senior thesis process, including a special diary feature from Emily Solomon ’21
• “Three Point Play” on alum Makana Stone's professional basketball career
• “This Experience is for You” covering junior Wako Soma’s efforts to improve inclusivity in the Outdoor Program

Paper copies are located in various buildings around campus. You can also find all the individual stories in the on our website or check out the full spread in the magazine's virtual issue.

Register Now for TIAA Webinars

Participants in Whitman’s TIAA retirement fund program have access to a variety of helpful and information webinars to help them keep their financial goals on track. There are a number of webinars coming up this month:

• Money at Work 1: Foundations of Investing — Discover how you can manage risk versus reward as well as understand the role of investing and managing risks, ways to help accelerate savings and tools that can help sustain a portfolio. March 17 at 1 p.m. 
• Help Protect You, Your Family and Your Money — Are you concerned about identity theft and your family’s security online? TIAA’s Information Security team will discuss how you can protect yourself and your family from cybercriminal social engineering. March 22 at 10 a.m. 
• Tax Planning Considerations — “How does this impact me?” is the question we hear the most when it comes to headline-grabbing changes to the tax laws. This seminar will cover an overview of tax law changes and income tax planning considerations. March 24 at 9 a.m.
• Charting Your Course: A Financial Guide for Women —Women can face unique financial challenges. You can discover tailored approaches to saving for retirement and tips to make your money work hard. March 24 at 12 p.m.
• Financial Housekeeping for Now and Later — Get insights into your current financial situation and learn some practical steps you can take to help position yourself for future success. March 29 at 12 p.m. 

Visit TIAA.org/webinars to register or watch past presentations on demand.

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