Matt Hernandez ’16 speaks at a press conference in Los Angeles. Hernandez studied sociology at Whittier College and now works as the government affairs director for the Los Angeles City Fire Department. | Courtesy Matt Hernandez
Alumni
Matt Hernandez ’16 serves next generation of Los Angelenos with LAFD
Matt Hernandez ’16 is driven by his love of Los Angeles. Born and raised in the City of Angels, the first-generation…
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A view of Whittier College campus
Philanthropy
Big Poet Give 2024 raises more than $237K, increases donors
The Whittier College community’s generosity was strong for the ninth annual Big Poet Give on March 27. The event raised…
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Commencement
Students
Whittier College Welcomes Entrepreneur Jasmine Star ’02 As Commencement Speaker
Wherever she goes, Jasmine Star casts a bright light. A CEO, motivational speaker, and podcast host with more than half…
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Caitlin Rainey ’24 | Courtesy Caitlin Rainey
Students
Senior Spotlight: Caitlin Rainey ’24 Is Ready to Soar
Caitlin Rainey has her hands full. The sport psychology major from San Jose designed her own degree through the…
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People play games at 2023’s Whitfest. This year’s Whitfest returns April 12. | Whittier College
Students
Celebrate spring with fun events at Whittier College
Spring break may be over, but there is still plenty of time for fun in the sun on Whittier College campus. Here are a…
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Planter Hall
Students
Whittier College fosters student success with major scholarships that continue to expand
It’s not uncommon for students to take out loans to pay for college. But higher education doesn’t have to mean going…
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Ketchum Marsh ’16 plays in Sweden. In addition to coaching in Sweden, Marsh has played in Austria, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Argentina, South Africa, and Australia.
Alumni, Athletics
Milwaukee Brewers scout Ketchum Marsh ’16 leverages skills learned at Whittier College
Many years and jobs later, Ketchum Marsh ’16 still uses lessons from his time at Whittier College — on and off the…
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Ketchum Marsh ’16 plays in Sweden. In addition to coaching in Sweden, Marsh has played in Austria, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Argentina, South Africa, and Australia.
Alumni, Athletics
Milwaukee Brewers scout Ketchum Marsh ’16 leverages skills learned at Whittier College
Many years and jobs later, Ketchum Marsh ’16 still uses lessons from his time at Whittier College — on and off the…
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Poet Pride Banner In Front Of Planter Hall
College Affairs
Whittier College announces Poet Pledge scholarship for local high schoolers
Reaffirming its commitment to affordable higher education for high-achieving local students, Whittier College today…
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Karen Eisenhut ’08 teaches at KonTiKi Children's School in Hillerød, Denmark. Eisenhut researched the school as part of her Whittier Scholars Program senior program.
Alumni
Charting a new course: How Whittier College’s study abroad changed Karen Eisenhut ’08
One trip set Karen Eisenhut ’08 entirely on a fresh path — living and teaching in Denmark. Eisenhut grew up outside of…
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View from Wardman Hall
College Affairs
Tuition, fees, room and board for the 2024-25 academic year
Dear students and families, Whittier College is committed to providing a high-value liberal arts education to a diverse…
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Headshot of Rosemary Carbine
In the News
Associate Professor Rosemary Carbine discusses new book in ‘US Catholic’
Rosemary P. Carbine is seeing interest in her latest publication. Whittier College’s associate professor of religious…
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J. Stanley Sanders '63, center, stands with his daughters Alexandria and Chelsea. Sanders was the first Rhodes scholar from Whittier College.
Alumni
Whittier College produced four Rhodes scholars between 1962 and 1995. Three were Black.
What do former President Bill Clinton, Paralympian Bonnie St. John, astronomer Edwin Hubble, and musician Kris…
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Author Jennifer Clement, left, stands with Whittier College Spanish Professor Doreen O'Connor-Gómez’s transnational cinema class after a discussion of Prayers for the Stolen. Written by Clement, the novel was adapted by Tatiana Huezo.
Students
‘It’s a real honor’: Guest author, filmmaker share work with Whittier College students
Whittier College’s roots in the world of literature go as far back as its poet namesake, John Greenleaf Whittier. No…
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Black History Month Luncheon
Students
Whittier College celebrates Black History Month with Luncheon
The Whittier College campus saw a variety of events over the past week to celebrate Black History Month, with more on…
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