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Philanthropy
Whittier Now! Sparks a Renaissance of Philanthropy
Whittier’s community has shown its generosity in more ways than one. Over the past year, donors from around the globe…
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In the News
Whittier professor examines why Olympics are emotional
Have you been following the 2024 Paris Olympics? Have any of the big, dramatic moments left you teary-eyed? Writer Andi…
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Shane Barclay of Japanball introduces Kim Ng’s portion of the Shrine of Eternals induction ceremony Sunday, Aug. 4, at Whittier College. | Courtesy Whittier College
Athletics
Three new legends inducted into Baseball Reliquary's Shrine of Eternals
The highest honor that the Baseball Reliquary affords an individual is induction into its Shrine of the Eternals, the…
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Christina Scott teaches a class
In the News
Professor Scott lends expertise on relationships, anxiety
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in your relationship, you’re not alone. Alyssa Girdwain and Mara Santilli wrote about…
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2024 Unihealth Peer Health Educator Fellows stand with Dr. Rebecca Eberle-Romberger | Courtesy Whittier College
Students
Unihealth Peer Health Educator Fellows return to help students’ mental health, wellness
Summer is in full swing, and so is the third cohort of Whittier College’s Unihealth Peer Health Educator Fellows. Under…
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ABC7 journalist ​​Phillip Palmer recently profiled the institute's mission and how it brings research to life.
In the News
The Institute for Baseball Studies highlights importance of history on ABC7
America’s favorite pastime is naturally ripe for cultural analysis. And that’s where Whittier College’s Institute for…
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Jane Austen Society brunch at Whittier College
In the News
‘The Wall Street Journal’ Highlights Innovative Revenue Streams for Colleges
Colleges and universities are evolving beyond traditional educational roles. In a recent article for The Wall Street…
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In the News
Smirnov breaks down the gamification of language learning
Even if you don’t use the language learning app Duolingo, chances are you know of its nagging owl. Whittier College…
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Faculty and Staff
Ken Woods ’84 appointed Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management
Whittier College has announced that veteran higher education leader Ken Woods ’84, who returned from retirement to…
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Xenia Markowitt
Faculty and Staff
Whittier Welcomes Xenia Markowitt as Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students
Whittier College is further strengthening its leadership team with Xenia Markowitt stepping into the role of Vice…
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Christina Scott
In the News
Professor Scott discusses Airbnb ratings in MarketWatch
Have you ever been conflicted on how to review an Airbnb stay? Or did you feel like the ratings didn’t match the…
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Students in the ‘Ohana in the USA class visit the Polynesian Cultural Center in Hawaii. | Ayesha Shaikh/Whittier College
Students
Poets find their ‘ohana in Hawaiian psychology class
Say “aloha” to a Whittier College class like no other. Since 2018, professors Ayesha Shaikh and Rebecca Overmyer-…
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Whittier College alumni gather in New York City for a stop on the Poet4Life Tour on June 10, 2024. | Ana Gutierrez/Whittier College
Alumni
Whittier alumni congregate at Poet4Life Tour meetups
The annual Poet4Life Tour brings together College alumni from across the country. Already underway, this summer’s tour…
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Students studying
Students
Dean’s List for 2023-24 announced
Whittier College students achieved special academic recognition for their diligence in the classroom for Fall 2023 and…
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Christina Scott
In the News
Professor Scott offers insight into Faye Dunaway, women in Hollywood for ‘Newsweek’
A new HBO documentary chronicling actress Faye Dunaway's rise and fall has people talking. For Newsweek, multiple…
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