Flowers by Deihl
College Affairs
Whittier College Welcomes Three Returning Trustees
The Whittier College Board of Trustees has approved the addition of three new members: Vincent Daigneault ’85, Joyce…
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Devin Morrissey ’16 | Courtesy Devin Morrissey
Alumni
Devin Morrissey ’16 of ‘Love on the Spectrum’ found his voice at Whittier
Devin Morrissey ’16 has known he is on the autism spectrum since he was 3. He discovered his love of singing at age 6,…
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Baseball Institute
In the News
Whittier’s Institute for Baseball Studies prepares museum updates
Recent Major League Baseball news means exciting changes for the College’s Institute for Baseball Studies. Because MLB…
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Science and Learning Center
Students
Scott Internship expands to offer more hands-on experiences for Whittier students
Since the launch of the Scott Internship Program in 2021, 68 Whittier students have benefited from professional, paid…
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Poet’s Wall features many figures important to Whittier College, including Martin Ortiz ’48. | Whittier College
Philanthropy
Martin Ortiz Endowed Scholarship continues to support Latinx students
Martin Ortiz ’48 made a difference for generations of Poets. From his 40-plus years of service to the College to…
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A still from the movie "Unseen Wounds." | Courtesy David Guria
Students
Whittier College rolls out the red carpet for annual film festival
Hollywood came to campus this month for Whittier’s annual student film festival, with all of its glitz and glam. Bright…
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Christina Scott teaches a class
Faculty and Staff
Three professors promoted to full professor as four retire from Whittier College
Wardman Library played host to the faculty promotion and retirement celebration May 6, presented by the office of…
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Poet lacrosse
Athletics
Men’s Lacrosse Returns to Whittier College
The Whittier College Board of Trustees has ratified its decision to approve the return of men’s lacrosse at the club…
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Graduate celebrates
Students
Whittier College celebrates 121st Commencement
Joyous applause filled the air Thursday, May 9, as Whittier celebrated its 121th Commencement at Memorial Stadium. The…
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Kristine E. Dillon ’73, Ph.D.
College Affairs, Leadership
Dr. Kristine Dillon Named 16th President of Whittier College
Whittier College’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously Friday to appoint Kristine E. Dillon ’73, Ph.D., as the college’…
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Kristine E. Dillon ’73, Ph.D.
College Affairs, Leadership
Dr. Kristine Dillon Named 16th President of Whittier College
Whittier College’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously Friday to appoint Kristine E. Dillon ’73, Ph.D., as the college’…
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Dallas Alaniz ’24
Students
Senior Spotlight: Dallas Alaniz ’24 transforms peer mentor role into career pathway
Dallas Alaniz served as a peer mentor for the research methods course in psychological sciences for five semesters. At…
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Sophie Fudim
Students
Senior Spotlight: Sophie Fudim ’24 crafts their next chapter
For Sophie Fudim, Whittier College has been the perfect place to pursue a well-rounded liberal arts education. Through…
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Commencement speaker Alejandro Chávez Rodríguez '24
Students
Commencement speaker Alejandro Chávez Rodríguez '24 reflects on his college journey
When Alejandro Chávez Rodríguez steps up to the podium next week to address his peers at Commencement, he’ll be part of…
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Deihl Hall
In the News
Campus leaders share insights on enrollment, financial aid
Two leaders at Whittier College recently shared their insights with University Business, an outlet that covers a wide…
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