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Student Handbook 1999-2000

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Student Handbook, 1999-2000Whitman College

Table of ContentsMessage from the President.................................................................................2

Offices and Resources..........................................................................................3

Organizations and Activities..............................................................................13

Academic Life.................................................................................................... 23

Residential Life.................................................................................................. 29

Rights and Responsibilities of Students............................................................37

New Student Photos..........................................................................................66

Activities Calendar.............................................................................................83

Schedule Planners............................................................................................ 136

Addresses and Notes........................................................................................ 145

Cover: Artwork by Colleen Childs, '01

A Message from President Tom Cronin

Welcome to the 1999-2000 academic year at Whitman College.Take full advantage of this wonderful place of learning. Discover the best,

most challenging courses and professors. Seek your professors and advisers out, go to their office hours, ask a lot of questions. Teaching and learning are our most important priorities. Invite your professors, advisers, coaches and men­tors to lunch occasionally. Get yourself adopted by several mentors.

Community service and volunteer activities are also a vital part of one’s learn­ing. People achieve true meaning in their lives only when they make commit­ments beyond the self.

1 encourage you to sit down in the next few weeks and write yourself a letter about why it is you are coming to Whitman. Outline your goals and aspirations. Focus on your personal priorities and what you want to learn. We will do all we can to help you succeed, yet ultimately you are in charge of your own life. We are confident you will excel and accomplish your goals if you are disciplined and determined enough to do so.

Be tolerant of others and their values. Diversify your friendships. Reach out to meet and befriend those whose backgrounds and interests are different from your own. And help us make Whitman College a community that welcomes, recruits, and respects people whose differences enrich us.

Learn to listen. Learn to squint with your ears. Most of us only retain about 30 percent of what we hear. Try at Whitman to double or triple that level. Lis­tening is one of the indispensable resources of learners and leaders.

Finally, please take especially good care of yourself at Whitman. Sleep enough, eat well and work out. Develop positive addictions to help you relax and grow, and avoid unnecessary stress. Also, develop habits that promote emotional wellness and physical stamina, and discipline yourself to avoid practices de­structive of those ends. The best of drugs is life, and living it as fully and as awake and as alive as possible.

Thomas E. CroninPresident of Whitman College

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Academic Resource Center Memorial 205http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/academic_resources 527-5213

If you need academic advice or have questions concerning your courses, the Academic Resource Center is the place to go. You don’t need to have a “prob­lem” to take advantage of this valuable resource. In fact, some of the students who benefit are B+ students in search of the elusive A. Still, if you are having a problem with your studies, the Academic Resource Center is a good starting point. The director, Clare Carson, can help you with note-taking, analytical reading, test-taking, time management, and other techniques essential to aca­demic success in college. Help is also available for such personal matters as goal definition, concentration, and motivation.

Admission Office Penrose House, 515 Boyerhttp;//www. whitman.edu/admission 527-5176

The staff of the Office of Admission, located in Penrose House on the corner of Boyer and Stanton, does an incredible job of recruiting highly qualified stu­dents from across the country. If you are interested in helping with their efforts, please contact the office for more information about how to get involved with prospective students.

Bon Appetit Prentiss Dining Hallhttp://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/bon_appetit 527-5508

Bon Appetit runs Whitman’s food service, including the dining halls in Prentiss, Jewett, and Lyman and the Whitman Cafe in the Student Center. The friendly staff at the Bon Appetit office can answer your meal plan questions and help you with special requests. Students with specific food allergies or strict dietary regimens are encouraged to contact the office to discuss their needs. Bon Appetit also provides on-campus catering services. Campus activity groups planning a special catered event may make arrangements by calling campus catering at 527-5127.

Business Office Memorial 217527-5143

The Business Office, open weekdays from 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (including the noon hour), is the place to go if you have any questions about your student account. Usual services of the office include setting up payment plans, han­dling all charges and credits to student accounts, and cashing checks. Also, if you have an on-campus job, this is where you pick up your student paycheck.

Career Center Memorial 208http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/career_center 527-5183

Students are urged to utilize the services of the Career Center throughout their academic careers at Whitman. You will be assisted in all aspects of your career decision-making—from deciding on a major through applying for jobs or prepar­ing to apply to graduate schools. The earlier you start this process, the better!

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es It is important that you seek internships, summer jobs or volunteer experi­ences which will give you exposure to prospective career fields. The Career Center will assist you in this effort by providing resume preparation assistance, position listings, career fairs and other information about opportunities. Em­ployers are invited to campus to conduct interviews for summer jobs, intern­ships, and full-time positions.

The Career Center offers individual advising appointments as well as many workshops and programs to inform you about career options. One special pro­gram, the “Majoring in the Rest of Your Life” series, brings accomplished alumni and others to campus to share information about their chosen careers, their own career paths and how students can prepare for these careers. In addition to their public presentations, these guests meet with students in classes, in small groups and often individually. You may also make contact with Whitman alumni through the “Career Consultant Network” and several annual “Whitman Con­nection” programs.

Center for Community Service Student Center 228http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/ccs 527-5765

Beyond Whitman College there are homeless shelters, soup kitchens, a farm labor camp for migrant workers, the state penitentiary, people with HIV/AIDS, “at-risk” children, and many others that need your time and attention. The Center for Community Service (CCS) can help you find volunteer opportuni­ties as an individual or as part of a group. The CCS also supports several com­munity partnerships, like the Whitman Mentors Program, and several one-time projects, including Make A Difference Day and Alternative Spring Break trips. Work-study community service jobs are also available through the America Reads program, where students receive wages for working on tutoring and other lit­eracy programs. The CCS promotes the integration of academic work and com­munity service and encourages both reflection on service experiences and so­cial problem solving.

The Community Service Co-op, located behind Anderson Hall, is a resi­dence option for students interested in service activities. Residents agree to perform a minimum of 30 hours of direct community service or to lead a project over the course of the semester. The Co-op is a hub for community service meetings, programs, and discussions.

Computer Services Technology Services, Olin 168http://www.whitman.edu/wcts 527-5415

Computer facilities in Olin and Maxey halls, the Hall of Science, Hunter Conservatory, and Penrose Memorial Library offer a wide variety of computer resources to students. Window-based PCs, Macintosh and UNIX workstations are available, running word processing, statistical analysis, spreadsheet, data­base, graphics, mathematical and programming software. A UNIX-based cam­pus computer network provides complete Internet access and electronic mail, as well as a wide array of tools and software to all students. The Internet has become a vital connection for the Whitman community; professors and stu­dents discuss class issues via electronic mailing lists, access course material over the Web, and use e-mail to keep in touch with colleagues, friends and family around the world. Interested students can create their own Web pages.

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Thanks to “wired” residence halls and a bank of modems, students with their own computers can access e-mail and the Internet any time, day or night. You will find student consultants to assist you in most campus computer labs.

Anderson Hall staff, standing: Sara Amadon, Marisa Silver, Teresa Regan, Liana Bracale, Marieke Dusenbery: Kneeling: Joe Young, Matt Carter, Nick Griffin, Jamey Kirkpatrick, Tucker Jackson, Ziad Abu-Rish. Front: Melodic Wilson-Velasco.

Counseling Center Memorial 111http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/counseling 527-5195

The Counseling Center is run by professionally trained counselors. Each year approximately 15 percent of the student body seeks counseling at the cen­ter. Common issues that the counselors deal with include relationships, depres­sion, loneliness, self esteem, and academics. In addition to working with indi­viduals, they also offer workshops and programs on such topics as listening and communication skills, stress management, assertiveness training, and other opportunities for personal growth. A counselor is generally available for emer­gencies 24 hours a day. All counseling services are entirely confidential.

The Peer Counseling Center, Memorial 116, provides private and confiden­tial services in an environment that is an alternative to traditional counseling. The Peer Counseling Center is directed and staffed by specially-trained stu­dents.

Dean of Faculty Office Memorial 310http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/dean_of_faculty 527-5397

The Dean of Faculty, Patrick Keef, is the chief academic officer of the College. His office is involved in nearly all aspects of the academic life of the College, from first-year advising to postgraduate fellowships (such as Truman and Fulbright Fellowships). Recruiting, developing, and retaining an excellent faculty is his

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The Dean is available to help in resolving disputes that arise over grades and other academic problems. Students are encouraged to make an appointment with the Dean of Faculty to discuss academic interests or problems at anytime during the year.

Dean of Students Office Memorial 302http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/dean_of_students 527-5158

The Dean of Students, Charles Cleveland, coordinates a broad range of stu­dent services on campus, including Residence Life, Counseling, Academic Re­sources, student conduct, leadership development, the Career Center, the Health Center, and student activities including Greek life. Please feel free to stop by the office with suggestions, grievances, problems or questions of any kind.

Disabled Student Services Academic Resource Center, Memorial 205 http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/academic_resources 527-5213

Whitman College is committed to providing access to its programs and fa­cilities for students with disabilities. Clare Carson, Director of Academic Re­sources, is responsible for providing support and appropriate accommodations for students with learning, physical, and/or psychological disabilities. If you have a disability, please contact the Academic Resource Center to arrange for any accommodations you may need.

Financial Aid Services Penrose House, 515 Boyerhttp://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/financial_aid 527-5178

The financial aid staff is available to help students with a variety of financial concerns, including financial counseling for emergency situations and long- range educational plans. Please contact the office if you have any questions about your financial aid package or the application procedures necessary to renew your aid.

Harper Joy Theatrehttp://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/theatre 527-5279

Harper Joy Theatre productions are designed to provide live theatre for stu­dents and townspeople, as well as provide experience in all phases of theatre for interested students. Harper Joy Theatre productions are numerous and varied. Auditions and crew positions are open to all students. Notices are posted around campus—for the most current, check the Theatre bulletin board. HJT always needs an extra hand and welcomes all those who want to get involved.

Whitman students are issued a theatre pass which will admit them to Harper Joy Theatre productions. Each student needs to bring their valid I.D. card to the theatre box office to receive their pass and reserve a seat. Whitman student passes are for Whitman student admission only.

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Health Center 140 S. Park St.http://www.whitinan.edu/offices_departments/health_center 527-5281

Students seeking medical advice and treatment should go to the College’s Health Center. The Health Center has a 17-bed capacity and offers 24-hour nursing service during the academic year. All registered Whitman students are encouraged to use this service at no cost (with the exception of a nominal meal charge for students not covered by a full board meal plan). You will find a nursing staff available to provide efficient care for conditions ranging from a broken leg to simple stress and fatigue.

One of a team of three physicians is available (also at no cost to students) every weekday morning at the Health Center during specified clinic hours. This team also provides 24-hour emergency “on call” service. Specialized women’s health care is provided by a nurse practitioner, available by appointment. Ser­vices such as required physical exams, routine laboratory tests and prescribed allergy injections are available to students at a nominal cost. Physician pre­scriptions presented at the Health Center will be filled at a local pharmacy or from the Health Center’s formulary.

Whatever your health care needs, the Health Center staff will be happy to work with you.

Human Resources Memorial 102http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/hr 527-5172

Human Resources, in addition to overseeing the various aspects of staff and faculty employment, maintains a list of on-campus jobs available for students. Please contact the office if you are interested in working on campus and need assistance finding employment.

Instructional Multimedia Services Hunter 202http://www.whitman.edu/wcts/resources/ims 527-5257

Students can check out equipment such as slide projectors, camcorders, tri­pods, and screens from Instructional Multimedia Services. One video projector has been set aside for student use. This office also provides training for projec­tion services and a video editing facility.

Language Learning Center Olin 316http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/llc 527-5898

Each year about 25 percent of Whitman students enroll in foreign language classes. The Language Learning Center provides technology support with au­diovisual carrels, a satellite television viewing area, and computer workstations. If you want to watch the evening news from Taipei or Paris, just get comfortable on a beanbag chair and link up to the globe via satellite. Networked computers allow word processing in the five modern languages taught at Whitman Col­lege, and easy web browsing to sites around the world.

The Language Learning Center is open during the following hours:Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to midnightFriday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.Sunday 1:00 p.m. to midnight

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Jewett Hall staff, bach: Michael Rettberg, Mae Gustafson, Mary Kate Anderson, Alison Domsife, joey Bristol, Barbara Steel, Laurie Chamberlain, Joel Byersdorfer, Charlene Oatey, Jessica Deibert, Meredith Gudger, Kelan Lowney. Front: Olaf Lakin. Not pictured: Wendy Hinand.

Multicultural and International Student Affairs Memorial 201 http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/multicultural 527-5596

The staff in the Office of Multicultural and International Student Affairs pro­vides academic and social support to ensure a positive Whitman experience for multicultural and international students. Mentoring programs, international student orientation, individual counseling, and advising sessions are a few of the opportunities available to assist students who need help with their transi­tion to Whitman College and Walla Walla. In addition, the office sponsors “Whitman 2002,” a retreat for interested sophomores that emphasizes personal growth and cross-cultural communication skills. The staff also helps to pro­mote multiculturalism in the Whitman community at large by offering cultural events that are open to the public.

The following student-run organizations promote multiculturalism on cam­pus by sponsoring speakers, workshops, musical events, dances and festivals: American Indian Association, Asian Cultural Association, Black Student Union, Club Latino, Coalition Against Homophobia, Hui Aloha, International Student and Friends Club, Students Efforts for Equality and Diversity (SEED), Shalom, and the Women’s Center.

Outing Program Student Center, 2nd Floorhttp://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/outing 522-4395

The Outing Program is a student-run outdoor recreation cooperative. It organizes a variety of on-campus educational programs and outdoor-related activities which are open to anyone at any time. Students who are interested in

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wilderness pursuits are invited to share their adventures. The goal of the Outing Program is to offer as many students as possible safe and rewarding recreational experiences.

An entire range of off-campus outings is offered, varying from a day of pic­nicking to week-long trips in the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Mexico. Most of the activities are one- or two-day excursions in any of the following: hiking, biking, climbing, kayaking, picnicking, rafting, and skiing. Most of these activi­ties cater to novice, beginner, and intermediate skill levels.

Besides activities, the Outing Program has a resource center and a rental operation. Magazines, books, equipment catalogues, buyer’s guides for equip­ment, and information on environmental and recreational organizations are all on file. Equipment for many outings can be rented for a low rate by students involved in program activities or private excursions.

Penrose Memorial Libraryhttp://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/penrose 527-5192

Although Penrose Library is undergoing a complete renovation and signifi­cant expansion during the 1999-2000 academic year, the Library is open for Whitman students and faculty 24 hours a day, Sunday through Thursday dur­ing the academic year. It closes at 10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. We hope you will use Penrose on a regular basis at whatever time may be con­venient for you.

The Library home page will lead you to the OPAC (on-line public access catalog), as well as library resources worldwide. You might like to read the on­line journals in Project Muse or search for books in Orbis, an on-line union catalog of 14 Oregon libraries in addition to the collection at Penrose Library. Students at Whitman can order books from Orbis and they will be delivered to the library within two or three days. In addition to the electronic resources available through the home page, Penrose has electronic indices covering aca­demicjournals for a wide variety of subject areas.

Penrose collections include books, periodicals, video tapes, government docu­ments, digitized databases on CD-ROM, access to on-line databases, maps and microforms. Penrose Library owns more than 300,000 books, subscribes to approximately 2000 journals, and has more than 1,100 videotapes. In addition, there are numerous study carrels with computers for student use, a fax ma­chine, copy machines, and microform readers and copies in the library.

Help for locating all kinds of library materials is found at the Reference Desk. Reference librarians are available during specified hours, six days a week dur­ing the academic year. They are there to help with the most basic or compli­cated library questions.

Registrar’s Office Memorial 210http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/registrar 527-5983

Sooner or later all students end up in the Registrar’s Office. The Registrar, Ron Urban, is the person responsible for all aspects of making sure you are an “official” student at Whitman College. The staff in the Registrar’s Office will gladly help you to register for or drop a class, transfer credit from another insti­tution, submit a petition to the Board of Review, or inquire about your grades.

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The Residence Life and Housing Office is responsible for most aspects of on- campus living and oversees residence hall staff and programs. Students with questions, problems, or suggestions regarding residence hall life are encour­aged to visit the office.

Scheduling and Events Office Student Center 243B527-5366

No event should be booked or confirmed without checking with the Sched­uling and Events Office. You can contact the office to reserve use of most col­lege facilities.

Security Office Memorial 117http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/security 527-5777

The Security Office is open 24 hours per day. Night escorts (“Yellowjackets”) are available to walk students between locations on campus from 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. and can be requested by calling the Security Office. In addition, blue­light security phones are located at several areas of campus and can connect you directly with a police dispatcher (if you push the red button) or the Secu­rity Office (if you push the black button, followed by 5777).

Sexual Harassment Officers Celia Weller, 527-5171Henry Yaple, 527-5193

If you are the target of sexual harassment or any sexual conduct you find unacceptable, you should know the College strongly disapproves of such be­havior and wants to help. The College’s sexual harassment officers are Celia Weller (Olin Hall 327) and Henry Yaple (Penrose Memorial Library). For more information see “Sexual Harassment” in the “Rights and Responsibilities” sec­tion of this book.

Sexual Misconduct Response Barbara Panzl, 527-5885Network Coordinator

Barbara Panzl, Associate Dean of Students, serves as the coordinator of the Sexual Misconduct Response Network. The coordinator functions as an advo­cate and resource for victims/survivors of sexual assault.

Sheehan Gallery Olin 159http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/sheehan 527-5249

The Donald H. Sheehan Gallery is an important visual arts resource for the College and the Walla Walla Valley. Six exhibitions are mounted each season featuring contemporary art and exhibitions which focus on issues in art history and human culture. Symposia, lectures, films, and workshops are often offered in conjunction with the exhibitions. Sheehan Gallery houses the College’s Seafirst Bank Thomas P Davis Collection of Asian Art which is available, by appoint­ment, to students and faculty for research purposes. The Gallery offers employ­ment for 10 students as well as internships for students interested in contempo­rary art, art history, Asian art and museum studies. Sheehan Gallery exhibitions and programs are always free.

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Prentiss Hall staff: Brooke Chilton, Melinda Davis, Sara Sakamoto, Cassie Duprey, Genevieve Sherrard, Gretchen Jewett.

Sherwood Center 527-5921Sherwood Center, the College’s main athletic facility, has indoor basketball

and volleyball courts, a weight room fitness center, dance/aerobic room, six- lane 25-yard swimming pool, saunas, racquetball and squash courts, and an indoor and outdoor climbing wall. Various equipment as well as lockers may be checked out in the SSRA Office on the second floor.

Student Activities Office Student Center 219http://www. whitman.edu/offices_departments/student_activities 527-5367

The Student Activities Office is the clearing house for all student organizations. It is also the home of Coffee House, the campus drug awareness program. College Bowl, Breakaways, the Connecting Whitman Program, and the student art series. The Student Activities director works with students to form new organizations and keep present organizations vital. Although there is no formal connection, the Student Activities Office and the Associated Students of Whitman College work together to provide support for campus organizations.

Student Centerhttp://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/sub 527-5208

The Student Center is meant to be a gathering place for all members of the campus community. It provides a common space where informal interaction enhances the quality of student life on campus. Its programs, facilities, and services are designed to contribute to and support the aims of a liberal arts education. The Student Center houses a variety of offices, services and meeting places, including:

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Whitman College• Automatic Teller Machine (ATM)• Bookstore• Campus Activity Board• Campus Lost and Found• Center for Community Service• Conference Rooms• Conferences and Events• Copy Center• Darkroom

• LEAD (Leadership Education and Development)Outing ProgramPost OfficeScheduling OfficeSnack Bar (Whitman Cafe)Student Activities OfficeStudent Newspaper (Pioneer)Student Radio Station (KWCW) Travel BoardTV Lounge with Large Screen TV Women’s CenterYearbook

Study Abroad Office Memorial 204http://www.whitman.edu/offices_departments/study_abroad 527-4992

Whitman offers a wide range of overseas study opportunities around the world to its students. Approximately 40% of Whitman students study abroad, usually for one or both semesters of their junior year. All students who wish to receive credit for their study abroad program (including summer programs) must apply through the Study Abroad Office prior to attending the program. If you would like to learn more about the study abroad opportunities available to you, please visit the Study Abroad Office or make an appointment with Susan Holme Brick, Director of International Programs.

Writing Center Hunter 110http://people.whitman.edu/~hashimiy/center.htm 527-5182

The Writing Center serves as a resource for students who would like help with any aspect of writing, whether it’s getting started on a paper, organizing the material or polishing the finished product.

Students who have questions about their writing can come to the Writing Center and get help from peer tutors or make an appointment to talk to the director, Irv Hashimoto. Tutors will read rough drafts and give advice about language and organization, but they will not write papers for students or “cor­rect” papers to make them perfect. Students who get the most out of the Writ­ing Center will plan their schedules early in the semester, have specific ques­tions they want answered when they give their papers to tutors to read, and never bring drafts in at the last minute and expect miracles.

The Writing Center provides computers for word processing, style checking, and printing and is open most of the day and up to midnight on weekdays and Sundays. (Students should check the schedule posted on the door or call for exact hours.)

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The Associated Students of Whitman College (ASWC)If you want to get involved in almost anything at Whitman College, you will

run into ASWC. Every student is a member of ASWC and has the opportunity to participate in any ASWC activity. ASWC sponsors more programs, clubs, and activities than any other organization at Whitman.

The main purpose of ASWC is to give students the opportunity to get in­volved at Whitman. On the next few pages, you’ll learn all the different ways to get involved and all the different opportunities that ASWC presents.

A Message from the President of ASWCFly fishing, educating children about the environment, and throwing a luau

are just a few examples of activities you will be able to participate in as a mem­ber of ASWC. During the next four years, your life will be changed in unimag­inable ways by being able to explore your interests both inside the classroom and through an ASWC organization.

ASWC is responsible for many campus social events. The ASWC Program­ming Board has provided campus with such memorable events as a Cherry Poppin’ Daddies concert and speaker Jean-Bertrand Aristide, the former Presi­dent of Haiti.

Many ASWC groups also work to educate the campus about important so­cial issues. For instance, members of the Whitman Civil Liberties Union and the Whitman Republicans debated Initiative 200, a proposal to end affirmative action policies in Washington state.

ASWC is a great way to get involved in Whitman and do what interests you. join a club that matters to you—whether it be to change the world or have some fun—or create a new club if one doesn’t exist for your interests. 1 hope you will join us for a successful upcoming year!

Keola Whittaker,ASWC President

ASWC Executive Council: Laura Rufolo, Dave Pietka, Keola Whittakerjoel Johnson, Carolina Enriquez-

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members. The EC coordinates all of the events of ASWC and completes the day-to-day tasks that keep ASWC running. Each member of the EC has office hours in the ASWC office, located upstairs in the Student Center. They can answer any of your questions about ASWC clubs, activities or committees. The current members of the EC are: President, Keola Whittaker; Vice President of Committees, David Pietka; Vice President of Activities, Joel Johnson; Treasurer, Laura Rufolo; and Secretary, Carolina Enriquez.

The ASWC CongressThe ASWC Congress is the ultimate authority in student government. Con­

gress is made up of about 70 representatives from all the different ASWC spon­sored clubs, ASWC campus media and activity organizations, residence halls and Greek groups. The Congress votes on issues concerning the bylaws that govern ASWC, budget allocations, student resolutions, activity and media chair­persons, and committee member appointments. One of the best ways to get involved in ASWC is to go to the Congress meetings, which are open to all students.

ASWC ActivitiesASWC Public Events

The Public Events committee sponsors live bands, such as the Violent Femmes, as well as small jazz, folk, and Ska acts, dance troops, comedians, poets, and other activities for the student body. All ASWC Public Events are open to every student and, with few exceptions, are free of charge.

ASWC Public SpeakersThe Public Speakers committee works with ASWC clubs to bring speakers to

the Whitman campus. The Public Speakers office tries to focus on individuals who have an important message and who have influenced their field in critical ways. In the past, the Public Speakers office has sponsored transgender activist Kate Bonstein, National Organization for Women President Patricia Ireland, Ms. Magazine Editor-in-Chief Marcia Ann Gillespie, and many more.

ASWC FilmsThe ASWC Films committee sponsors many films throughout the year.

Mainstream films (The Full Monty, Chasing Amy), foreign films (Cinema Paradiso) and small independent films are all included. Be on the lookout for ASWC Films—they are always worth watching.

ASWC Campus EventsThere are four big events throughout the year that ASWC would like to en­

courage students to attend. The Homecoming Chair plans activities for current students during Homecoming Weekend, September 24-26. During Interim, January 14-16 the Interim Committee plans several days full of fun things to do before the spring semester begins. The Choral Contest on April 28 is a Whit­man tradition that you won’t want to miss. Greek and independent living groups compete for prizes for the best choral performance. On Saturday, April 29 the campus and community celebrate spring with food, costume, and games at the Renaissance Faire.

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ASWC Media OrganizationsThe Pioneer

The Pioneer, better known as the Pio, is the free weekly student newspaper sponsored by ASWC. The purpose of the Pio is to inform, entertain, and pro­vide both a catalyst and a forum for expression within the Whitman commu­nity. The Pio hires new staff members at the beginning of each semester and encourages anyone to apply. The Pio encourages letters and opinion articles throughout the year.

The SourceThe Source is a student-run publication sent out to all incoming students

that gives them the real scoop on life at Whitman. To help write the Source, contact the Vice President of Activities.

The Blue MoonThe Blue Moon is the ASWC Literary magazine. The Blue Moon accepts sub­

missions of poetry, prose, and art from the Whitman community and is distrib­uted in May. Prizes are awarded for the best entry in each category. Contact the Writing House or the Vice President of Activities to get involved or to submit your work.

WaiilatpuThe Waiilatpu is the Yearbook. Students interested in working for the Year­

book should stop by the Yearbook office upstairs in the Student Center.

KWCW 90.5 FMKWCW, the College’s radio station commonly referred to as “K-Dub,” offers

many opportunities for student involvement. If you want to be a DJ for a few hours a week and play your favorite music, broadcast the news or host a talk show, stop by the K-Dub office on the second floor of the Student Center to find out how you can get involved. KWCW is student-owned and operated. It broadcasts 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week.

College CommitteesCollege committees are made up of faculty, administrators, and students;

they investigate, discuss, and recommend College policy in a variety of areas. They are chaired by either faculty or administrators, but students play the ex­tremely important role of voicing student needs and concerns. The ASWC Vice President of Committees can tell you how to get involved in any of the commit­tees. Each year there are openings for students from every class. Getting on a committee is a great way to get your voice heard. ASWC appoints people to the following committees; General Studies, Bookstore, Library, College Athletic, Safety, Student Life, Policy, and Council on Student Affairs.

ASWC Clubs and OrganizationsThe majority of Student Congress is made up of representatives from ASWC

Clubs and Organizations. There are over 50 clubs and organizations sponsored by ASWC, and new clubs are started all the time. If you have an interest, there is a club for you (or you can start one). Some examples are Men’s and Women’s Rugby, Action for Animals, the Coalition Against Homophobia, Club Latino, Women’s Center, Fly Fishing Lovers of Whitman, Whitman Civil Liberties Union,

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70s’ Preservation Society, and Ultimate Frisbee, just to name a few. To find out more about ASWC Clubs, or anything else about ASWC, just come up to the ASWC Office or check out our home page, located at http://www.whitman.edu/ student_orgs/aswc.

Fraternities and SororitiesStatement of Philosophy

Whitman College is a small, private, liberal arts institution with a long-stand­ing history of academic excellence. The primary concern and the common ground of all members of the college community, past and present, is the development of the intellects of its students. It is also the purpose of the institution to enrich the personal lives of its students and enhance their ability to serve society.

It is with these aims in mind that the College has approved and supported the establishment of fraternities and sororities on the campus. Each recognized chapter has stated purposes which are in harmony with those of the College. Fraternities and sororities supplement the curriculum and programs offered by the College. Their role is to promote the pursuit of academic excellence, enrich the personal lives, and further the ability of their members to serve society.

The fraternities and sororities state that they share the values and goals of the College. Any additional goals that they hold for themselves should be com­patible with those of the institution, and the practices of all recognized organi­zations should contribute to an overall educational atmosphere. Whitman’s underlying philosophy towards rules and regulations is one of granting a maxi­mum amount of individual freedom within a context of residential living, and at the same time demanding a high degree of personal responsibility in order to maintain a campus atmosphere which is conducive to teaching, studying, and learning.

Membership in a fraternity or sorority provides opportunities for students to broaden their educational experiences while at the College. Greek organiza­tions offer students an option which can supplement their personal lives as well as their formal education. The College recognizes this and encourages their presence and contributions. The formal relationship of Greek organizations to the College is spelled out in the Faculty Code. Several specific regulations occur in this document but the general governing principles are that (a) the faculty authorizes the granting of a charter for the existence of a chapter on the campus and also may withdraw that authorization, (b) the Dean of Students supervises all student organizations and establishes regulations governing their activities, and (c) while recognizing that some fraternities house students in premises not owned by the College, nevertheless the activities that occur there are subject to the control of the College. At the same time it is the responsibility of the College to (a) provide fraternities and sororities with supervision, (b) help them find faculty advisers, (c) provide them with resources for leadership training, scholarship improvement, problem-solving, and program-planning, and (d) furnish them with the necessary information to recruit members and communicate with their alumni.

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AthleticsVarsity Sports

The College is represented by nine men’s varsity teams: baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, ski­ing, soccer, swimming, tennis, and track and field. Whitman competes in the Northwest Conference (NWC), the National Ski Association, and is a mem­ber of NCAA Division III.

Women varsity athletes at Whitman compete in basketball, cross-crountry, skiing, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and golf under the auspices of the Northwest Conference (NWC) and the National Ski Association.

In order to represent Whitman College in intercollegiate athletics, a student must be regularly

enrolled in a full-time course load (at least 12 hours of classwork) and shall have passed a total of 24 credits in the two semesters of attendance immediately preceding the semester of participation. (Second-semester first-year students must have passed 12 credit hours in the first semester of attendance.) A student must have attained a minimum scholastic average of 1.70 in the semester prior to the student’s participation. After the second semester of registration, a student must maintain a cumulative scholastic average of his/her entire college record of 2.00 to be eligible for athletic participation. In addition, all students interested in intercollegiate sports must pass a physical examination. Additional regulations are available from the Director of Athletics.

Club SportsOther opportunities to participate in an organized sport can be found in club

sports. In this past year, students participated in the following club sports: men’s and women’s lacrosse, men’s and women’s rugby, men’s volleyball, ultimate frisbee, cycling, Tae Kwan Do, water polo, and fencing. These teams compete with other schools and organizations. Formation of additional club sports is encouraged. Proposals should be sent to the Director of Athletics.

Intramural SportsA large number of students takes pride in participating in Whitman’s intra­

mural program. A variety of sports is offered in both the fall and spring, with fraternities, sororities, independents, and residence hall sections organizing teams of every kind. Intramural sports presently offered include flag football, basket­ball, indoor soccer, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, tennis, racquetball, and softball. “I.M.s” are the perfect way to get involved and burn off some extra energy. The Intramural Committee, which determines its members by interview, schedules and oversees the intramural sports program.

Speech and Debate TeamThe Speech and Debate Team provides students an opportunity to discuss

issues of contemporary concern and to enhance speaking skills. The team hosts Intramural Debate and the Dovell-Gose Oratory Contest on campus and travels throughout the Northwest and to select national tournaments. Students compete in C.E.D.A.-N.D.T. and Parliamentary debate. C.E.D.A.-N.D.T. debate involves

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Intramural DebateIntramural Debate provides students an opportunity to discuss on contem­

porary issues on campus. Preparation and competition are kept to a minimum. The program encourages a comfortable atmosphere intended to help partici­pants become better speakers. Intramural debates are held several times through­out the year and are open to any Whitman student.

Drama, Arts, Films, and MusicThis may not be New York City, but culture can be found in Walla Walla.

Opportunities abound for all who are interested in participating—as performer or audience member.

Local Art GalleriesWalla Walla offers the art patron opportunities to view exhibits of paintings,

sculpture, printmaking, photography, and other media in its many galleries. Gallery guides are available at Whitman’s Sheehan Gallery. Walla Walla boasts a large art community, with a bronze foundry and numerous art studios.

FilmsThe Cinema Arts and other film series cater to nearly everyone’s taste.

Usually one or two films run every weekend. Signs around campus publicize the weekly film schedule.

Walla Walla Valley Symphonic BandThis group was formed in the fall of 1995 to provide a new and better sym­

phonic band experience for the wind and percussion players of Whitman Col­lege, Walla Walla College, and Walla Walla Community College. The WWVSB is a group of around 75 members with complete instrumentation and excellent balance among sections. The band is open by audition to all interested persons. A concert is given three times a year and tours also.

Whitman Jazz EnsemblesTwo big band jazz ensembles are open to all students through audition. This

group performs a major concert each semester as well as playing short pro­grams for a variety of other functions. The Jazz Ensemble also tours frequently. Students interested in playing in a small jazz group may also audition for the two Whitman Jazz Combos. These groups often perform on and off campus.

Whitman Symphony OrchestraStudents from a broad cross-section of the campus community play for the

Whitman Symphony. Concerts are given in the fall and spring and feature stu­dent soloists. The Symphony plays a musical or opera annually, and takes a tour every other year.

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Walla Walla Symphony“The oldest west of the Mississippi,” the 93-year-old Walla Walla Symphony

is a forum for local, national, and international musical talent. Maestro Yaacov Bergman regularly serves up a varied concert season featuring gifted soloists and the music of internationally-acclaimed composers. Each year a number of talented Whitman students are selected to join the Symphony.

Walla Walla Community BandThe Walla Walla Community Band is made up of college students, profes­

sors, and townspeople. The band performs approximately six concerts yearly in conjunction with community special events. Anyone with an interest in music is invited to participate.

Whitman College ChoraleThe 90-voice Whitman College Chorale is open to all Whitman students

through audition. The choir learns many exciting pieces through the year, per­forms several local concerts, and takes an annual spring tour. In addition, there is a select chorus, the Whitman College Madrigal Singers, which performs sev­eral times a year. The Women’s Chorus, for which there is no audition, also performs a variety of works throughout the year.

Renaissance ConsortRenaissance Consort is a musical group that performs using early musical

instruments and welcomes anyone interested in learning how to play. The group gives concerts every year, as well as informal performances at the Renaissance Faire. Nina Lerman of the History Department is the director.

Coffee HouseCoffee House, under the auspices of the Student Center, offers an opportu­

nity for people of the Whitman community to enjoy a variety of artists as they perform in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere. The performances range from tradi­tional American folk music to blues, jazz, and soul. Whitman students and staff are encouraged to perform at evening events.

The Walla Walla Valley. . .Now that you have decided to come to Whitman, you may be wondering

what Walla Walla, Washington, has to offer you. Walla Walla is rich in history and culture, and many Whitman students find that they become very attached to the town. Many opt to work here in the summer and some settle here after graduation.

Although people may wonder about the name, it is surprisingly well suited to the town. Walla Walla means “many waters.” Walla Walla County is bor­dered by both the Snake and Columbia rivers. Mill Creek and many other streams wind through the valley. This area was explored by Lewis and Clark, and then settled by missionaries Marcus and Narcissa Whitman, making it the first white settlement between the Rockies and the Cascades. In 1859, Cushing Eells established Whitman Seminary, the first institution of higher education in the Pacific Northwest and the humble beginnings of Whitman College. Other firsts associated with Walla Walla include; one of the first newspapers between Missouri and the Cascades, the oldest bank in the state, the first department store in the state, and the oldest symphony west of the Mississippi. Today Walla Walla is a city of about 30,000.

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Walla County annually produces over 14 million bushels of wheat, 28 million pounds of peas, and over 20 million pounds of other vegetables. You may have heard of the Valley’s famous Walla Walla Sweet Onions.

Interest House staff, back: Wanjiru Kamau Jared Sam, Kristin Knight, Thad Tierney. Front: Mollie Lewis, Stephanie Dozono, Brianne Testa, John Kim. Not pictured: Tova Cochrane, Jessica Miller, Chris Wiggins.

Things To Do In and About the Walla Walla ValleyTry venturing out! The Walla Walla area offers many recreational and cul­

tural activities. Here are a few things of interest to Whittles:

PicnickingWalla Walla has many beautiful parks (14 in the city and two outside city

limits). Seek them out for an afternoon picnic or just to get away, relax, and watch the wildlife.

PIONEER PARK: This park has picnic facilities, an aviary, and a duck pond. Pioneer Park is on the south side of Alder Street a few blocks east of campus.WILDWOOD PARK: Wildwood is a small park near the campus. It’s on the corner of Boyer and Division Streets.PORT WALLA WALLA PARK: Overnight camping facilities are $13 for hook-ups and $9 for regular campsites. It contains the Pioneer Historical Museum and is located next to the Veterans Hospital on the Dalles Mili­tary Road.

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BikingWhen you want to get away from it all, just haul your bike out of the base­

ment and take off for a few hours of cycling. Just pack a lunch, your tool kit, sunglasses, and whatever else you need .. . and have fun! (Don’t forget to regis­ter your bike with the police—and bring a lock.)

Lower Waitsburg Road is an excellent course to ride, and Milton-Freewater is only 10 miles away. If you desire a more structured activity, the Wheatland Wheelers, a Walla Walla biking club, may be of interest to you.

Getting Out of TownWhitman Mission National Historic Site: The site of the mission of Marcus and Narcissa Whitman is maintained by the National Park Service. A visitor center and a self-guided tour describe the history of the site. Go west seven miles from town on Highway 12 toward Pasco and Seattle; the turnoff to the site is well marked.Fish Hook Park: Fish Hook Park is located on Lake Sacajawea, a reservoir on the Snake River. Take the road from the penitentiary and follow the signs to Pasco: 35-minute drive, camping, boating, picnicking, and swimming.Charbonneau Park: Charbonneau Park is two miles above Ice Harbor Dam on Lake Sacajawea toward the Tri-Cities; picnic and boating facilities.Hat Rock: Hat Rock State Park (Oregon) offers boating and picnicking. It is located on the road to Umatilla, about 40 miles west.Short automobile trips: Tollgate and jubilee Lake in the Blue Mountains south­east of Walla Walla; Palouse Falls north of Walla Walla; and Wallula Gap west of Walla Walla.

Mill Creek and Tiger Canyon ... A guided tourIf your favorite—or only—mode of transportation in Walla Walla is a bi­

cycle, a fantastic area for camping is within riding distance.By riding east on Isaacs, and then turning off toward Kooskooskie just out­

side of town, you begin the 17-mile trip up Mill Creek to the entrance of Tiger Canyon. The closest, best spot for camping, hiking, and fishing begins with the Umatilla National Forest. Past Kooskooskie, the road turns to gravel, making cycling rather tough, but the extra seclusion gained by going farther up the road is well worth the energy spent. At the mouth of Tiger Canyon, switchbacks take you out of the valley and up well above 4,000 feet.

Two miles after the road turns to gravel is the turnoff for the Whitman Col­lege Cabin, complete with plumbing and electricity. It is available to students and faculty of the College. It can be used for weekend retreats or a Sunday afternoon picnic. During the winter bring along plenty of dry firewood and blankets. It is a great getaway place—only 30 minutes from campus. Call the Reservation Office to make arrangements for its use.

The fact is, almost any spot between Kooskooskie and Hell’s Canyon is nice. The fun comes in finding your own niche in the woods.

Hiking and BackpackingMany good hiking areas are in the vicinity. Trails in the Eagle Cap Wilder­

ness area in northeastern Oregon and in the Blue Mountains lie close to town. Maps of the Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman National Forests are available at the Walla Walla Ranger Station, 1415 West Rose.

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SkiingAmple opportunity to hit the slopes exists here in Walla Walla—two ski

areas are only hours away. If you’re an avid skier, you can expand your range and drive to the more distant areas, but for day trips the local areas are great.

Bluewood: Bluewood has two triple chairlifts, a platter pull, day lodge, and a ski school. Each winter the College offers a ski instruction class which is taught here. This class is open to all students regardless of their abilities. Bluewood is about a 45-minute drive from school.

Anthony Lakes: Anthony Lakes has terrain for all abilities and a large hill with a good set of moguls. It has one chairlift and one poma, a day lodge and a ski school. It is two and a half hours from Walla Walla (130 miles).

Weather in Walla WallaWalla Walla has four very different and beautiful seasons. The town’s many

trees are multi-colored in the fall and lusciously green in the spring. We usually get the most snowfall in January and February. If you happen to stay during the summer months, be prepared for 90° and 100° weather.

TemperaturesMonth Average Low Average High

January 23°F 37°FApril 43°F 64°FJuly 63°F 89°F

October 46°F 64°F

The mean annual rainfall is 15.5 inches. Two-thirds of the rain falls between October and March.

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Academic Life

Each individual has strengths, weaknesses, skills, interests, and am­bitions in life; we have resources at Whitman to help you assess your strengths and weak­nesses, sharpen your skills, and explore your interests. We hope you will develop new strengths, skills, and in­terests during your years at Whitman and use the education you receive here to clarify and achieve your goals in life.

Academic AdvisingAcademic advising can help you acquire information, reach a clear and real­

istic understanding of the opportunities available on campus, know what your options are, and make clear decisions with a full understanding of the conse­quences. Ultimately, the responsibility to be well-informed, to seek informa­tion, and to make personally satisfying choices belongs to you; however, there are many individuals on campus who will be happy to assist you in your quest.

Role of the Faculty Adviser• Assistance with course selection

Discussing your interests and goals, reviewing graduation requirements, and assessing appropriate course level.

• Assistance with course loadAssisting you to assess your academic preparation, study skills, and the demands of the courses involved.

• Assistance with academic problems during the semesterExamples of problems which may have an impact on your course work are: inadequate high school preparation, heavy course load, problems with study skills/time management, personal problems, changes in your interests or goals, family pressure, etc. (Note: Deficiency slips, failure to attend class, and missing or late papers or tests are often warning signs of a problem that might require consultation with your adviser.)

• Referral to campus resourcesYour adviser may not always know the answer to every question, but of­ten he or she will be able to recommend another campus resource which will help.

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• A different perspectiveFaculty members can provide you with a valuable perspective on their own field and on a Whitman education based on years of experience in academia.

When Are You Expected to See Your Adviser?Basic Expectations• Meet with your adviser as scheduled during registration periods.• Meet with your adviser every’ time you make a change in your registration (i.e.

drop, add, P-D-F, or withdraw from a class).• It is very important to talk with your adviser if you receive a deficiency slip

in the middle of the semester, or if you are disappointed or concerned by the grades you are receiving in any of your classes. Don’t be embarrassed; your adviser is there to help!

Other Expectations• Your adviser can’t help you if you don’t help yourself. Be familiar with the

catalog, catalog supplement, and other official documents. Also, your ad­viser isn’t a mindreader—be sure to give him or her enough information to be a good adviser!

• Remember that a faculty member doesn’t have to be officially listed as your adviser in order to give good advice. Feel free to consult with any member of the faculty. For example, if you are interested in medicine and your adviser is a philosopher, you may get excellent general advice from your adviser but still want to consult with members of the premed committee about the spe­cific requirements of that field.

• If you have concerns about advising or cannot find your adviser, contact the Academic Resource Center, Memorial 205.

Changing Your AdviserAll students have a pre-major adviser until they declare a major, at which

time they choose a major adviser. If at any point you would like to change your pre-major adviser, just contact the Dean of Faculty Office in Memorial 310 fora change of adviser form.

Student Academic AdvisersStudent Academic Advisers (S.A.s) are sophomore, junior, or senior students

who are selected for their solid academic and personal accomplishments and given extensive training in peer advising. Each first-year student is assigned to an S.A. and will meet with him or her repeatedly during Opening Week. S.A.s live in first-year student sections and are involved in residence hall activities. The most important job of the S.A. is to serve as an academic orientation aide, helping you to get acquainted with the academic programs, opportunities, and expectations you will find at Whitman. Once registration is over and you are comfortably settled in a set of classes which suit your interests and goals, your S.A. will provide information on a wide range of academic issues.

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from your first blue book exam, how to improve your time manangement, or a great many other things, your S.A. can ei­ther give you the answer or put you in touch with someone who can. Your S.A. is also an excellent source of assistance if you are disappointed or sur­prised by the grades you receive on tests, papers, quizzes, etc. In addition, many S.A.s are willing to read and comment on Core papers, organize chemistry study groups, or assist with complicated calculus problems.

College House/Marcus House staff: Rachel Gianni, Nathan Manni. Not pictured: Tony Keim.

Glossary of Academic TermsAcademic Honesty

Academic honesty is crucial to the integrity of the program of learning in a college. Falsification, misrepresentation of another’s work as one’s own (such as cheating on examinations, reports or quizzes), plagiarism from the work of others, or the presentation of substantially similar work for different courses (unless authorized to do so), is academic dishonesty and is a serious offense. Knowingly to help other students cheat or plagiarize will also be considered academic dishonesty.

Plagiarism occurs when one, intentionally or unintentionally, uses another’s words, ideas, or data without proper acknowledgment. All new students will discuss academic dishonesty with their advisers and will be given an explana­tory sheet of what constitutes academic dishonesty early in their career at Whit­man. Students will sign a statement acknowledging that they understand what constitutes academic dishonesty.

Academic ProbationIf you earn a semester grade point average below 1.7 or a cumulative grade

point average below 2.0 (1.7 during the first semester of your first year), you will be placed on academic probation. This is a serious situation which may result in your being dismissed from the College if you do not make adequate and timely academic progress. Usually, students are allowed only one semester of academic probation before being dropped for low scholarship. In rare cases, academic performance is so poor that students are dropped from the College after the fall semester of their first year. Despite the seriousness of the situation, however, many students have been able to remove themselves from probation and pursue successful academic careers here at Whitman and in graduate school. Typically, this requires hard work, careful assessment of the factors which led to the problem, and a willingness to work with the various college resources

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available to assist you. If you are on probation, you should consult with yourfaculty adviser and the Director of Academic Resources. The Writing Centerand your S.A. also will be happy to be of assistance.

Academic WarningIf your grade point average at the end of the first semester of your first year is

between 1.7 and 1.99, you will receive a letter of academic warning. Although this situation is not as critical as academic probation, it is nevertheless serious and should be addressed promptly; if you do not earn grades high enough to balance your first semester grades, you will fail to earn a 2.0 cumulative G.P.A. at the end of the second semester and will be placed on academic probation. It is therefore important for you to work with your faculty adviser, your S.A., the Academic Resource Center, the Writing Center, and other resources on campus to ensure your academic performance improves in the second semester.

Further information about Academic Standards can be found in the Catalog.

AddYou can add a class to your schedule during the first two weeks of the se­

mester. You will need to pick up a Drop/Add form at the Registrar’s Office and obtain your faculty adviser’s signature. If you want to add a class during the second week of the semester, you will also need to get consent and a signature from the professor who teaches the class you are adding.

Board of ReviewThe Board of Review is composed of three faculty members who consider

student petitions for exceptions to academic policies. You must petition the Board of Review if you want to add, drop, or withdraw from a course after the published deadline, change the time of a final exam, take more than eighteen (18) academic credits, or seek a variance or exception to any college policy. Petition forms are available in the Registrar’s Office (Memorial 210). The Reg­istrar or your adviser can give you further information about when it is neces­sary or appropriate to file a petition. In general, the Board of Review will only approve petitions for exceptions to College regulations when cause is shown.

Deferred GradeA deferred grade is granted in special circumstances by the Board of Review,

at the request of the course instructor. This option may be used when circum­stances beyond the student’s control prevent the completion of a course or project. If a deferred grade is granted, the student receives a grade of “X” until the final grade is submitted.

Degree ProgressIn order to remain in good standing, you need to meet the following three

criteria for degree progress: earn a minimum of 24 credits in any two consecu­tive semesters; successfully complete General Studies 145/146 during your first two semesters (see the Catalog for further restrictions on this requirement); and maintain a cumulative major gpa of at least 2.0.

DropYou can drop a class without any record in your transcript through the sixth

week of classes. You will need to pick up a Drop/Add slip at the Registrar’s Office and obtain your faculty adviser’s signature. You do not need the instructor’s

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signature to drop a class, although it would be polite to tell the instructor so he or she won’t wonder why you have stopped attending class.

D SlipsAll faculty members are expected to submit deficiency slips (commonly known

as D slips) for students who are incurring D or F grades in their coursework at the midsemester. If you receive a D slip, you should schedule an appointment with the instructor and with your adviser in order to discuss the reasons for your deficiency and the best ways to address the situation.

IncompletesIf a circumstance beyond your control (illness, family tragedy, etc.) prevents

you from completing all of the work in your courses by the end of the semester, you may consult with the Dean of Students to see if an incomplete would be appropriate. There is a more extensive discussion of incompletes in the Cata­log; you should be aware that all incompletes must be authorized by the Dean of Students or the Board of Review. They cannot be granted by the course instructor.

P-D-FDuring the tenth week of the semester,

you will have an opportunity to submit a form to the Registrar’s Office indicating that you wish to be graded on a P-D-F basis in one or more of your classes. If you register for a course on a P-D-F basis, your transcript will show a P if the grade you earn in the course is a C- or better; if you receive a grade lower than C- (e.g. D+, D, D-, or F) that grade will be recorded on your transcript and counted in your cumulative grade point av­erage. Although the P-D-F option can be very beneficial in certain circumstances, there are complications involved with its use. Before you register for a course on a P-D-F basis, you should read the section of the Whitman catalog entitled “P-D-F Grade Op­tions’’ carefully. You must also consult your faculty adviser and obtain his or her signa­ture. You may not P-D-F the Core class.

North Hall staff, top to bottom: Meghan Kelley, Marisa McClellan. Not pictured: Magill Lange.

WithdrawIf you decide to drop a class after the sixth week but before the end of the

tenth week of classes, you will receive a grade of W. The W on your transcript indicates that you were registered in the course but decided not to continue in the middle of the semester; the W does not indicate how well or poorly you were doing at the time you decided to drop the courses. Withdrawal can be a very useful option if you find yourself in an excessively heavy course load or if you discover you don’t have a solid preparation or interest in a particular class. It can also be an appropriate response to unexpected circumstances such as illness or family problems. As always, you should consult with your adviser and obtain his or her signature.

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Some Common Concerns about Studying“I didn’t need to study in high school to get good grades; I’m worried that I won’t know how to study at Whitman.”

As you know there is more than one way to study. Individual learning styles differ, and the skills needed to succeed in different academic disciplines vary. At Whitman there are many people who can help you develop effective study strategies—your adviser, professors, SA, classmates, etc. You will discover that study skills are not acquired by reading college prep books, but are developed over time as you experience academic challenges. You may want to make an appointment at the Academic Resource Center to discuss your classes and get suggestions on how to make a good start.

“How much time should I spend studying?”This varies depending on your reading speed and learning style. It is impor­

tant to make good use of your study time. You only have 168 hours each week, so use them wisely. The best thing to do is to make and follow a realistic schedule each day, and use spare 15-minute blocks of time as they can add up to hours. If you find your mind wandering and you can’t seem to concentrate on the material in front of you, take a break or change your strategy. It’s frus­trating to spend three hours “studying” without accomplishing anything.

“I never received a low grade in high school. I don’t know what I would do if I failed a test or paper.”

Mary Pickford said, . failure is not the falling down but the staying down.” Your reaction to grades that are lower than you expect will reveal a lot about you as a student. You are not supposed to know everything about studying and writing before you get here. Pay close attention to the comments from instruc­tors on your tests and papers so that you can improve. Try to view your grades as the evaluation of your work, not an evaluation of you.

“I tend to procrastinate. How can I discipline myself to do the work?”If you view studying as an interesting enterprise leading to accomplishment,

then it will be a lot easier to get yourself motivated to do it. But if you view your work as drudgery that must be endured to pass the class, then studying could be something that you will try to avoid. This may lead to procrastina­tion. With that in mind, integrate studying into your life in a positive way. Try to think of studying as hard, potentially satisfying work, not as a punishment.

“Where is the best place to study on campus?”Some people study in the same place all semester, others like to change loca­

tions, and others have a different study room for each class. Whatever your preference, the important thing to remember is that the place should be free of distractions and conducive to study. Popular study places are the library (open 24 hours), classrooms, and study rooms in the residence halls.

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Residential Life

Your ability to achieve academically at Whitman often hinges on your over­all personal wellness outside of the classroom. Your lifestyle and the living arrangement that you choose can enhance or erode your state of wellness. Whether you live in a residence hall, interest house, fraternity house, or off- campus apartment, the choices you make about your personal health and safety can affect your physical and intellectual growth.

Residence Hall LivingSome of your fondest

memories of college life will generate from your residence hall experience. Whitman is a “residential campus.” This re­fers not to the fact that we house students on campus but to the value we place on the learning and personal develop­ment that takes place in the residence halls. There is no substitute for the personal care and attention students receive living on campus. Each hall has a well-trained staff that can assist you or point you in the direction of the appropriate re­source when you encounter difficulties. Over 100 pro­

Lyman Hall staff: Kate O’Neal, Elizabeth War­den, Karen Cleveland, Megan Fairbank, Ben Maes, Emelie Harstad, Alex Moore.

grams are presented each month that compliment and enhance the academic curricu­lum at Whitman College. Sowhether it’s a stress manage­

ment workshop, faculty discussion, study group, or informal guitar “jam ses­sion”, you will have plenty of activities to choose from every week.

Residence Life StaffResidence hall staff members are a great resource for students. They can

provide you with information on many topics and are well-qualified to address a variety of concerns. Each hall staff is led by a Resident Director (RD) who manages and oversees the residence hall. Some halls also have a Senior Resi­dent (SR) who assists the RD and helps to oversee the other staff members. Each residence hall section has its own Resident Assistant (RA) who can help students with questions about College policies, lost keys, and many other top­ics. Most of all, they want to get to know you and are willing to talk to you about anything from getting along with your roommate to getting involved on campus. Einally, each section in first-year halls has a Student Academic Ad­viser (SA) to help with the academic side of student life, from registration to studying for finals.

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Some new students have expectations of becoming best friends with their roommates. Although we try to assign you a compatible roommate, the person sharing your room might be quite different from you. If you start out by seeing those differences as interesting, you may discover over time that you have a “fascinating” new friend. Developing a good relationship with your roommate takes good communication skills, patience, and an open mind. The first step is to talk about the things you value and about your lifestyles so that you can anticipate where future problems might exist. When disputes do occur, try to resolve them right away. Practice tolerance, but avoid being “long-suffering” and waiting until the situation becomes intolerable before you discuss the problem.

Residence Hall OptionsThe campus is small and the residence halls are all within ten minutes walk­

ing distance from each other, but they each provide a different environment in which to grow and learn. Of the following residence options, first-year stu­dents are usually assigned to Anderson, Jewett, Lyman, or Prentiss. All resi­dence hall rooms except those in Marcus House, College House, and the Inter­est Houses are wired for direct computer network access. Each room has its own telephone equipped with voicemail.

Anderson Hall, an example of classic 1950s collegiate architecture, houses approximately 140 students in mostly double rooms. The hall is divided into six sections, each with its own lounge and full kitchen. Anderson features a large central lounge with a fireplace and floor to ceiling windows that is an ideal space for hall activities. Its backyard includes a volleyball court and basketball hoop.

College House, located on the edge of campus, is designed for apartment­style living. The 37 residents of College House are not required to purchase any meal plan as complete kitchen facilities are available in each furnished apart­ment for two, three, or four students. Upperclass students enjoy this residence option that provides the feeling of living off-campus, but without really being far away.

Douglas Hall is a favorite of sophomores and juniors who like a quiet home for study. Rooms for approximately 70 students are divided into nine sections, each with its own kitchenette, lounge, laundry facilities, and bathrooms. Each of these sections houses only eight students, an arrangement that fosters a more private lifestyle as well as close ties among the residents. In the center of Dou­glas is a large, open-air courtyard that is often the site of barbeques and infor­mal gatherings.

Jewett Hall is a traditional college residence that houses approximately 180 first-year students divided into six sections. Jewett has a large main lounge, section lounges with kitchens, and spacious recreation rooms that are always full of activity. Jewett’s attached dining hall and close proximity to academic buildings are additional benefits.

Lyman House, a mixed-class hall, is known for its old-fashioned charm and family-like atmosphere. The fireplace in its main lounge serves as a focal point for informal gatherings. Lyman houses approximately 100 students in two- room suites, so roommates can arrange shared sleeping and living rooms or each have separate spaces. Lyman, which is the oldest residence hall on campus.

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underwent a renovation in 1997. It has its own small dining hall that attracts most of its residents for weekday lunches and dinners.

Marcus House combines the flavors of independence and co-ed camarade­rie in an upperclass living option for approximately 30 students. Complete with a large kitchen, babbling creek, and basketball court, Marcus provides a unique experience for upperclass students. Marcus is located on the edge of campus, just across the street from the Student Center and only a few minutes walk from the downtown stores and cafes.

North Hall is an upperclass residence of 80 students nestled in a quiet neigh­borhood two blocks north of campus. Many of its rooms are singles, some with the convenience of private bathrooms. It is an ideal choice for returning and transfer students who want their own room but still enjoy being part of a larger community. While it is quiet enough in North for residents to study in their rooms, there are always people playing pool, watching movies, cooking, or talk­ing in one of the lounges.

Prentiss Hall, with its brick facade and tall windows, is a stately womens residence originally built in 1926. Its features include attractive two-room suites, many study rooms, and an AV seminar room. Prentiss is centrally located and has an attached dining hall. Approximately 160 students live here, including several sections of sorority women.

Interest Houses are an ideal option for students who are studying a particu­lar foreign language or who have other common interests. Interest houses spon­sor guest speakers, informal discussions, social gatherings, international din­ners, and annual festivities such as Cinco de Mayo, Mardi Gras, and the Chi­nese Moon Festival. In the language houses, everyone tries to speak only the respective language—French, German, Spanish or Japanese—and learn every­thing possible about the culture. The other interest houses are the Asian Stud­ies House, Multi-Ethnic Center for Cultural Affairs (MECCA), Fine Arts House, Environmental House (Outhouse), Global Awareness House, and Writing House.

ProvisionsTHE COLLEGEDOES PROVIDE:

THE COLLEGEDOES NOT PROVIDE:

beds (extra-long twin, except Jewett) mattressesmattress coverschests with mirrorsdesksdesk chairsclosetsmini blindsbulletin boardstelephoneslaundry facilities

beddingpillowstowelsstudy lamps (except Jewett) wastebaskets clothes hangersironsalarm clocksfans

Residence Hall PoliciesStudents must read and sign a “Residence Hall Agreement” that contains the

rules and regulations governing residence halls. Some residence hall policies are also included in the “Rights and Responsibilities” section of this handbook. Listed here is an overview of a few policies you should keep in mind.

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ference.• Residence hall assignments are made by the Office of Residence Life and

cannot be changed at any time without prior permission.• Smoking is not allowed in any campus building, including residence hall

rooms.• The only pets allowed in residence halls are fish and small turtles.• The presence of open containers of alcohol in any public area of a residence

hall is strictly prohibited.• Visitors may be present in a residence hall room only with the consent of all

roommates.

Douglas Hall staff: Deanna Boyle, Katie Schultz, fared Sam.

Greek Lifewhitman College is

home to five sororities and four fraternities, with approximately 35 percent of the student body enjoying member­ship in one of the nine organizations. The five sororities live together in Prentiss Hall, with each of the groups maintain­ing its own section. The four fraternities each own a home near cam­pus where they reside. Being a member of a Greek organization in­volves a variety of activi­ties, such as community service projects, dances.

intramurals, study tables, social functions, and weekly meetings.Joining a fraternity or sorority starts with a process called “rush,” which be­

gins during the second week of the fall semester. Rush consists of a series of functions designed to provide you with the opportunity to meet the members of each fraternity or sorority. Whether you decide to pledge a Greek organization or not, rush is an excellent way to meet other Whitman students. Once you arrive on campus in the fall, the fraternities and sororities will host information sessions and be available to answer all your questions about Greek life, rushing, and pledging.

Living Off-CampusStudents who meet any of the following criteria have the option of living off-

campus:a. students who are at least 21 years old at the start of each semester;b. students who have already lived on-campus for at least four semesters; orc. students who are married.There are many apartments and houses for rent in the area surrounding the

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college, including several owned by Whitman. If you wish to rent a Whitman- owned residence, contact Cathy Eng in the Business Office for more details.

Reduce, Re-Use, RecycleWhitman College strives to be an environmentally responsible institution.

The Whitman campus will be your home for the next four years, and you are encouraged to be a conscientious community member. Please reuse materials whenever you can, reduce unnecessary consumption, and conserve energy. For example, turning off lights when leaving unattended rooms, conserving use of water and heat, and recycling disposables whenever possible is important in the flow of resources. Recycling is an important responsibility of student living. Each residence hall section has appropriate containers for paper, cardboard, plastic, aluminum and glass. Please deposit recycling in these containers and encourage others to do so as well. Off-campus students, staff, and faculty have the convenience of curbside recycling provided by the City of Walla Walla for newspapers, glass, magazines, plastic, aluminum, and tin. Items which can be used by others should be donated to local thrift stores rather than thrown “away” in trash receptacles.

In addition, please consider these few simple actions which can significantly reduce unnecessary consumption of natural resources: reusing envelopes for campus mail, printing and taking notes on the second side of previously used paper, bringing your own drinking container to cafeterias, exchanging clothes and possessions, rather than buying new ones.

Safety & EmergenciesWhitman College is a friendly community of people who know, respect, and

watch out for each other. The staff of the Office of Security plays an important role in ensuring the safety of students, faculty, staff members, and visitors to campus.

Whitman is a small college in a small town. This fact can create a false image of security. You should always keep your door locked when you are not in your room. Report any incidents, attacks, or threats to your Resident Assistant, Resi­dent Director, or the police immediately. Incidents should also be reported to Security (5777). In case of emergency, dial 7-911 from residence halls and 9-911 from all other campus buildings.

Don’t walk alone at night. Campus Security is on duty 24 hours a day and night escorts are available to escort you (5777). Stay alert and take precau­tions, especially during times of the year when you are keeping odd hours.

Security phones (known as blue light phones) are located in several areas of the campus. Please do not hesitate to use them in a criminal, fire or medical emergency. If you do have an emergency push the red button and this will acti­vate the phone. A police dispatcher will then come on the line to assist you. Please stay on the line until the police, fire or medical personnel arrives. You can also use this phone for minor emergencies such as requesting an escort or reporting a theft. To make a call, push the black call button and you will get a dial tone, enter 5777 to reach the Security Office. After your call has been com­pleted push the call button again to hang up the phone. Please stop by the Security Office in Mem 117 if you have any questions abut campus security.

All students’ rooms are subject to inspection for reasons of safety, health, and maintenance.

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The College is not responsible for money, jewelry, or other valuables in your room. Cash may be deposited in the Business Office for safekeeping on a tem­porary basis.

Firearms, explosives, and other weapons are not permitted in any college building including fraternities. Firearms brought to campus for recreational use must be left in the care of the Director of Security.

Heaters, cooking appliances with elements, and open flames are considered fire hazards and are prohibited in the residence halls (this includes candles and incense). Smoking is prohibited in the residence halls.

Motor scooters and motorcycles may not be stored inside the residence halls. Any motorized vehicles found stored in the residence halls will be removed immediately, and the College will not be responsible for any damages or storage costs.

Students are not permitted on roofs at any time. Most roofs are not designed for foot traffic, and serious damage can result, particularly during warm weather when tarred roofs are soft.

Decorative cloths, drapes, or tapestries suspended from the ceiling and/or walls constitute a safety hazard since they greatly accelerate the spread of fire. Hanging anything on a sprinkler head or pipe is dangerous and prohibited. No paper decorations can be hung from the ceiling. Raising your bed so the space under it can be used is fairly common in residence halls. Care must be taken to use the proper materials and designs in building your “loft” so it does not inter­fere with the sprinkler system and it does not fall on you or out from under you. The College staff will not take responsibility for the safety of these construction projects.

Do not ignore fire drills; they serve a purpose. Hall residents are expected to participate in fire drills for their own protection.

IF YOU DISCOVER OR SUSPECT A FIRE, sound the alarm.• Go to a fire alarm box and pull the lever.• If the alarm does not operate and you are not in immediate danger, shout

and knock on doors.• Call the fire department when you are out of danger (7-911).IF YOU HEAR A FIRE ALARM, leave the building. Walk, do not run, to the

nearest stairway. If the nearest exit is blocked by smoke, heat or fire, go to an alternate exit. If all exits from the floor are blocked, go back to a remote room, close the door and open the windows. They should be opened slightly at the top to let out heat and smoke and at the bottom slightly to let in fresh air. Hang a sheet or towel out of your window so the fire department knows you are there.

Bon Appetit Food ServiceWhitman’s food service, provided by Bon Appetit, recognizes the important

role food service plays in enhancing student residence life and incorporating the educational process into its regular programming. We are an organization with a dedicated staff of management professionals, staff, and student workers. Our culinary trained executive chef uses fresh herbs, produce and local grocer­ies whenever possible to create quality entrees. We are committed to providing you with products and services that meet or exceed your expectations. We se­lectively menu wholesome and well balanced foods, and we change the menu weekly.

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We are enthusiastic about the opportunity we have to meet and greet our guest: you, the student. We try to have some fun along the way, too. Theme meals such as Thanksgiving dinner, Oktoberfest, Halloween parties, jazz brunches, etc., illustrate this enthusiasm. To help you get through finals we offer Finals Feast and all night beverages in the dining rooms. Display cooking on exhibi­tion is a common sight in dining facilities on campus. More and more eligible students are taking advantage of “flex” meal plans which allow students to eat some meals in the Whitman Cafe, invite family and friends to a meal, or place a catering order from the Campus Catering Service.

Providing over 2,000 meals per day presents certain limitations which re­quire your cooperation and understanding. By recognizing these limitations as you interact daily with other users of the dining facilities, you will gain the most from your own dining experience. It is our aim to create a dining climate in which eating, thinking, and learning are integrated within the whole educa­tional experience. We are here to serve you.

Services provided in the dining rooms are based on the board rate. The rate is founded on the premise that all food will be eaten in the dining hall.

It is okay to leave the dining rooms with the piece of fruit or dessert you might be eating as you leave. You may also carry out a beverage (excluding fruit juices) in your own container, 16 oz. or less.

Abiding by these policies will help stabilize your meal plan costs. Students on meal plans may eat in any of the three dining rooms (Prentiss, Jewett or Lyman) during the hours listed below.

Dining Hall Service Hours*Mon-Thurs. Prentiss Jewett LymanBreakfast 7:00-9:00 7:15-9:15 —Continental 9:00-9:45 — -Lunch 11:30-12:30 11:45-12:45 11:45-12:15Dinner 4:45-5:45 5:30-7:00 5:45-6:15Friday OnlyBreakfast 7:00-9:00 7:15-9:15Continental 9:00-9:45 — —Lunch 11:30-12:30 11:45-12:45 11:45-12:15Dinner 4:45-6:45 — —Sat-SunBreakfast 8:00-9:15 __ __Lunch 11:15-1:00 —Dinner 4:45-6:15 (Saturday) 5:30-6:45 —

4:45-5:45 (Sunday) (Sunday only)*These hours are subject to change. When it is necessary to change meal hours, signs will be posted in each dining hall.

Semester meal plan contracts are available for students who do not live in a mandatory food service residence hall. These can be purchased in the Food Service Office, located in Prentiss Dining Room. The meal plan options are listed in the Whitman College catalog. Also, all dining rooms are open to those per­sons not on a meal plan by paying cash prices at the door.

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Dining Hall PoliciesBecause we want to ensure that there is always adequate dishware available

to our guests, removal of food and dishes from the dining hall is not permitted. Shoes and shirts are required. No smoking is allowed in the dining rooms. Please bus your own dishes to make your table available to the next patron. Students may have two servings of entrees the first time through the line, but please take only what you expect to eat to avoid waste. If you are still hungry, you may return to the serving line for seconds.

I.D. CardsIn order to enter the dining halls, you must present your valid I.D. card to

the checker located at each door. You are not permitted to use another person’s I.D. card. If you lose your card, you need to notify the checker. You will then be given a 72-hour grace period (nine meals served) to enter the dining hall with­out your card. During this time, you must either locate your I.D. card or get a new one. Should you locate your card prior to the expiration of the grace pe­riod, you must take it to the Food Service Office to have it validated. This is mandatory if you do not want a $15 administrative fee charged to your account. If you are unable to locate your card, you must get a new card. This can be done at the Food Service Office Monday-Friday during normal business hours. There is a $15 replacement fee for a new card.

Special RequestsStudent groups attending a college-sponsored function away from the dining

rooms may request a special food order. Food will be provided for all students on a meal plan in the equivalent of the food cost of the meal missed. Any addi­tional food must be paid for when taken. A minimum of seven days’ notice prior to the date of the event is required. All orders must be picked up before 4:30 p.m. Friday at Prentiss kitchen. Equipment may be borrowed from Food Ser­vice in Prentiss and Jewett if the manager is given advance notice. A “Borrowed Equipment Form” must be signed.

Sick trays and sack meals are also available by request.

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Rights & Responsibilities oe Students

This section of the handbook is designed to acquaint students with the poli­cies, regulations and procedures which should be of general interest to every­one. It is by no means complete in that it does not include all procedures which are designed by and for special interest groups on the campus. Most of these regulations and procedures may be found in other publications such as the Fac­ulty Code, the Panhellenic Constitution, Interfraternity Council Constitution, the constitutions of the various living groups, and other materials which are posted or distributed by student and administrative offices as the need arises. All interested persons should make every effort to acquaint themselves with those documents which affect their campus lives and activities.

The information which is included in this handbook is a compilation of regu­lations that emanate from several sources of authority on the campus. All pro­cedures and regulations are subject to change or revision from time to time. This handbook reflects the policies which were in force at the time that the book was produced. Students are responsible for knowing and following all regulations and procedures contained in this publication as well as changes which occur and are published during the year.

Part 1. Purpose

The primary mission of the College is academic and the common goal which unites the members of the Whitman community is the pursuit of knowledge. The procedures and regulations of the College exist in order to help provide an atmosphere which supports and fosters this mission.

The College assumes that students will conduct themselves responsibly and in ways which reflect consideration and respect for the rights of others. Hon­esty and integrity in both academic and personal matters are expected of all members of the Whitman community.

Statement of RightsEvery student has a right to conditions which are conducive to learning and

which are therefore favorable to the pursuit of higher education. These rights include the right to academic freedom including freedom of speech, freedom of expression, and freedom of association; the right to study; the right to a safe and healthy environment; the right to redress for grievances; reasonable and fair processes in cases of student discipline; and the right to privacy.

A student has the right to inspect and review his/her education records ac­cording to certain prescribed procedures. The College shall not permit access to or release of education records of personally-identifiable information contained therein, other than “directory information,” without the written consent of the student except in special cases prescribed by law. A complete “Family Educa­tional Rights and Privacy Act of 1974” (FERPA or Buckley Amendment) is avail­able in the Dean of Students Office.

The College publishes a printed directory, as well as an on-line directory, with students’ names, addresses, and phone numbers. A student has the right to withhold his or her name from these directories and can do so by notifying the Dean of Students.

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Each member of the Whitman community is responsible for respecting these rights; and all members of the community share the responsibility for maintain­ing a campus atmosphere which is conducive to teaching, studying, and learning.

Students shall be held individually responsible for conduct which adversely and seriously affects the students suitability as a member of the academic com­munity. Social regulations, of whatever origin, should ensure adequate consid­eration for the rights of individual students to privacy and the preservation of their individual dignity and comfort and should promote an atmosphere con­sistent with and in furtherance of the basic educational purpose of the College. All members of the community have the responsibility to obey state, local and federal laws.

Law Enforcement AgenciesAlthough many people regard the College as a “sanctuary” because it is a

private institution, in fact police officers and other representatives of law en­forcement agencies may come onto the Whitman campus at any time in pursu­ance of their duties. The College cannot protect students from the customary enforcement of the law nor can it prohibit law enforcement officers from con­ducting surveillance, investigations, and arrests on campus.

As much as possible, the College will rely on its internal resources to main­tain order on campus and deal with campus problems. The College maintains a close and cooperative working relationship with the Walla Walla Police Depart­ment and requests that agency’s assistance when appropriate.

Part 2. Policies and Regulations

Academic Dishonesty and PlagiarismAcademic Dishonesty defined:

Falsification, misrepresentation of another’s work as one’s own (such as cheat­ing on examinations, reports or quizzes), plagiarism from the work of others, or the presentation of substantially similar work for different courses (unless au­thorized to do so), is academic dishonesty and is a serious offense. Knowingly helping other students cheat or plagiarize will also be considered academic dis­honesty.

Plagiarism defined:Plagiarism occurs when you, intentionally or unintentionally, use someone

else’s words, ideas, or data without proper acknowledgment. To avoid plagia­rism, whenever you use exact wording of another author in your written text, you must enclose the words in quotation marks, whether it be a paragraph, a sentence, or merely a well-turned phrase. You must then acknowledge the source in a precise and complete footnote. It is not enough to footnote the source without indicating by quotation marks that the words are someone else’s. It is also not enough to change one or two words in a sentence; that does not make it your own sentence. Another common error is to use another person’s ideas or data without indicating the source; even if you paraphrase the ideas, you must give credit in a footnote to their originators. Furthermore, paraphrasing does not consist of merely changing a word here and there; you must actually restate

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the ideas in a different form. In oral presentations the original source also should be given proper credit in the form of internal source references and in biblio­graphic entries. While all of the above applies primarily to plagiarism from texts, scholarly articles, review, handbooks, encyclopedias, etc., it also applies to the use, either wholly or in part, of another students paper.

Use of another student’s ideas or words on an examination or report obvi­ously constitutes plagiarism.

Plagiarism is taken seriously by the faculty. It is a form of cheating; indeed, it is a form of theft. It indicates dishonesty and a lack of personal integrity which may affect your reputation in the eyes of your professors as well as your grade.

Procedures:Cases of demonstrable academic dishonesty may be settled as an individual

matter between the instructor and the student within the penalty guidelines if it is a first offense by the student. In cases in which the student challenges the faculty member regarding the charge of academic dishonesty, or in all cases of the second offense by a student, the case will come before the Council on Stu­dent Affairs, which shall determine the validity of the charge and the penalty to be assessed. An instructor may refer any case of academic dishonesty to the Council on Student Affairs for resolution.

Each case of demonstrable academic dishonesty will be reported to the Of­fice of the Dean of Students by the instructor in the case of first offense and by the Council on Student Affairs in all other cases. This report will be kept on confidential file while the student is in attendance at Whitman College; upon graduation or departure from Whitman College, the report will be destroyed, except for those cases in which academic dishonesty constitutes part of the case for dismissal of a particular student. Penalties for academic dishonesty are as follows; For a first offense the penalty may range from a minimum of a grade of F on the assignment to a maximum of a grade of F in the course. A second offense may result in expulsion from the College. The Council on Student Af­fairs will hear cases of alleged academic dishonesty.

Appeal:A decision by the Council on Student Affairs may be appealed by a student

who is the subject of disciplinary action by the Council when:1. He or she feels that there has been a procedural error in the discipline

process by the Council, or2. Evidence or information relevant to the case did not arise during the hear­

ing.If the accused student wishes to appeal the Council’s decision, he or she may petition the Chair of the Faculty in writing, stating which of these two grounds is being used as the basis for the appeal. The Chair of the Faculty will then act on the petition in one of three ways:a. The Chair of the Faculty may decide to hear the appeal and then rule.b. The Chair of the Faculty may form a panel to hear the appeal.c. The appeal petition may be rejected.

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AIDSNo student, faculty or staff member of Whitman College who has been diag­

nosed as having AIDS, or who has tested positive for the HIV antibody, will be denied any right normally enjoyed by members of the college community. The College will make all of its counseling and health services available to a student diagnosed with AIDS, or HIV, and will encourage such a student to receive on­going medical attention. Exceptions to this policy may be made by the Director of the Health Center, or the Director of the Counseling Center, with the consent of the Dean of Students—on a case-by-case basis and in full consultation with the patient—for example, where an AIDS patient endangers other people through sexual contact, or where an AIDS patient is exposed to unusual health hazards.

All College offices and personnel who have information that might lead to the identity of an AIDS patient are required to maintain the confidentiality of that patient. No specific or detailed information concerning complaints or diag­nosis will be provided to anyone without the expressed written permission of the patient in each case.

AlcoholThe College is concerned about the ways in which alcohol use and abuse

may affect the primary academic mission of the institution, its overall atmo­sphere, and the personal well-being of its students. Whether or not a person drinks alcoholic beverages is a personal decision, but individuals are held per­sonally accountable for their actions. The primary objectives of the college’s policy and procedures on alcoholic beverages are (a) to promote responsible behavior and attitudes among all members of the college community, (b) to educate students concerning the use and effects of alcoholic beverages in order to promote responsible decision-making, (c) to help individual students expe­riencing difficulties associated with the use of alcohol.

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Regulations Concerning Alcohol1. There shall be no drinking of alcoholic beverages and no open containers in

public places on the college campus. Alcoholic beverages may be served in­side of college buildings on an event-by-event basis under the following con­ditions (residence halls are covered under number 3 below):a. The event is sponsored by a college-affiliated organization or an organiza­

tion that has reserved the facility according to college procedures.b. A college faculty or staff member assumes responsibility for the event and

agrees to be present for its duration.c. The department, division, office, or administrator responsible for the fa­

cility being requested agrees to the terms of the use of alcoholic beverages and the facility.

d. The use of alcoholic beverages will be in full compliance with the Wash­ington State Law.

2. No ASWC fees or residence hall fees may be used for the purchase of alco­holic beverages.

3. Alcohol-related events may be permitted in certain public areas of residence halls, under the following guidelines:a. The event conforms to the social regulations established by the students of

the residence hall at the beginning of each academic year. Residents reserve the right to prohibit or regulate such events on an event-by-event basis.

b. The event has one or more “student sponsors," who have filed a “Request for Usage of Residence Hall Public Areas” with the Resident Director of the residence hall. Such requests must be made (1) at least five days in advance, in the case of all-hall events, or (2) at least ten days in advance, for larger events. The Special Events Committee of the residence hall will then act upon the request according to the established procedures of that residence hall.

c. The student sponsor(s) of the event will be responsible for fulfilling the obligations delineated in the “Request for Usage of Residence Hall Public Areas,” and for assuring that the event "... ensures adequate consider­ation for the rights of individual students to privacy and the preservation of their individual dignity and comfort and ... promote (s) an atmosphere consistent with and in furtherance of the basic educational purpose of the College.” (General College Regulations, Section 2).

d. Attendance at the event must be restricted to Whitman students and their guests.

e. If any of these conditions are not met, the event may be terminated and its sponsors or other offenders held subject to residence hall or college disci­plinary measures.

4. Students and student groups must avoid the direct or indirect sale of alco­holic beverages.

5. Students will be held directly responsible for the destruction of personal or public property, the violation of the safety or rights of other persons, or the violation of any other campus regulations which may occur while they are under the influence of alcohol.

Washington State Law

Students are reminded that the alcoholic beverage laws of the State of Wash­ington and the City of Walla Walla specify the following:

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have in his possession or consume any liquor except that given to him by his parents or guardian or administered by his physician or dentist for medicinal purposes. It is a violation of the State Liquor Act punishable by a maximum fine of $5,000 or imprisonment, or both, for any person under the age of twenty-one years to purchase alcoholic liquors or to enter or remain on the premises of any establishment licensed to sell liquors at retail. The sale of alcoholic liquor to a minor is a felony and the giving or supplying of alcoholic liquor to any person under the age of twenty-one, either for his own use or for the use of any other person for consumption on the premises or anywhere else, is a gross misde­meanor. The misrepresentation of age and the use of false or forged documents to obtain alcoholic beverages are gross misdemeanors punishable by a mini­mum fine of $5,000.

Buildings and Grounds Usage1. General use of Campus Areas and Facilities

A. Members of the college community may reserve and use areas and facili­ties of the campus in accordance with established procedures.

B. Those who are not members of the college community may use college facilities when invited by a member or an organization of the College. Request for use and rental of campus facilities may be made according to established procedure.

C. Use of buildings and grounds must not disturb regular college functions or approved activities, nor interfere with movement to and from activities or facilities.

D. All fire regulations and room capacities must be observed.E. Volume of amplification used in outdoor areas should be adjusted to reach

only the audience present and should not interfere with other activities or the educational program of the College.

E Sleeping or camping on campus grounds in sleeping bags, tents, lean-tos, and similar structures is forbidden without prior approval of the Dean of Students.

2. Accessibility for Disabled PersonsAnyone who has a temporary or permanent condition which makes it diffi­

cult to walk up stairs may check out a key to building elevators from the build­ing secretary. Students who have questions about this policy should consult the Director of Academic Resources (5213).

Because Memorial Building does not have an elevator, college staff members from offices located on the upper floors of Memorial will make special arrange­ments to meet with disabled students in other locations upon request.3. Scheduling and Reservation of Space

A. Scheduling of facilities by on-campus groups may be made through the Reservations Administrative Assistant, or through the Registrar for class­rooms, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

B. Off-campus groups may arrange to use college facilities through the Res­ervations Administrative Assistant according to the rental rate schedule available in that office.

C. Priority for use of college buildings and grounds shall be:1. Regularly scheduled classes granting Whitman credit.2. Programs sponsored by the college-related to its academic interests.

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3. Activities sponsored by ASWC or other college recognized or affiliated organizations.

4. Non-college related groups or individuals.4. Soliciting

A. Campus Organizations1. Members of the college community may collect dues, initiation fees,

and admission charges where they are applicable.2. Members of the college community may sell non-commercial litera­

ture and materials.3. Members of the college community may solicit donations.4. Official alumni and other college-related organizations raise funds in

accordance with established procedures.B. Off-campus Groups

1. Non-members of the college community may not sell products or ser­vices on the campus except:a. in the Student Center where permission of the Associate Dean of

Students has been obtained,b. in the Residence Halls where permission of the Director of Resi­

dence Life has been obtained,c. in other locations where an appropriate rental agreement has been

prepared by the college Treasurer.2. Non-members of the college community may not raise funds on the

campus. However, the college President or his designee may approve a limited number of fund-raising programs for charitable organizations and public service agencies.

5. PostingIn order to provide for free expression on the campus yet to prevent damage

to college property and to avoid public confusion as to the College’s official positions, the following regulations have been established:

1. Signs may be attached to the tennis court fence, on stakes placed in the interior of the campus, and on bulletin boards.

2. Students and student organizations have the responsibility to make it clear that they speak only for themselves. The name of the sponsoring organi­zation should clearly appear on all posters, signs, etc.

3. Signs, banners, posters, flags, and the like will not ordinarily be displayed on college buildings or doors. An exception may be made for signs publi­cizing college-sponsored events of interest to the public. Such signs may be attached to certain college buildings with the prior permission of the Dean of Students.

4. No posters, painting, or other materials are permitted which will deface college property in any way either as a result of the sign itself, or in the manner placed. No sign may be attached to plaster walls in the interior of any building. Use bulletin boards only.

5. All signs must be removed by a representative of the organization placing the sign not later than one day following the event.

6. The display of signs or embellishments of any type are inappropriate to the most formal exercises in the life of the College, such as convocation, baccalaureate, and other public performances. Exceptions may be made with permission of the Dean of Students.

7. Questions concerning these policies should be addressed to the Dean of Students.

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6. Circulars and HandbillsA. Circulars and handbills may be distributed by members of the college

community on the college campus.B. Distribution of circulars and handbills shall not interfere with the educa­

tional program or other events and activities, nor interfere with move­ment to and from activities or facilities.

7. Visiting SpeakersAny faculty or recognized student group may invite to the campus any speaker

the group would like to hear. Routine procedures are required by the College before a guest speaker is invited to appear on the campus. These procedures are designed to ensure that there is orderly scheduling of facilities and adequate preparation for the event, and that the occasion is conducted in a manner ap­propriate to an academic community. The appearance of any invited speaker does not involve any endorsement, either implicit or explicit, of his/her views by the institution, its Faculty, its Administration, or its governing boards. No speaker should be scheduled by any group or person before first checking the scheduling calendar in the Student Center.8. Other

A. Use of Facilities by Students Not Currently EnrolledAll appropriate facilities and services of the College are available to all regularly enrolled students. Students who are on leave or enrolled in some program not offered on the campus are not regularly enrolled students and are not entitled to share in such facilities and services as are provided for enrolled students.

B. Unauthorized/Unlawful Entry to College Buildings1. Unauthorized entry to or use of college facilities is prohibited.2. Students do not have access to their rooms during Christmas or Spring

Breaks. Unauthorized use of facilities during these times is considered unlawful entry.

C. Unauthorized Possession and Use of College KeysUnauthorized possession or use of college keys or duplication of any col­lege key is regarded as a serious offense and appropriate action will be taken by the College. The misuse of college keys endangers the security of the personal effects of individuals residing in residence halls as well as that of college property.

D. No pets may be kept or maintained on campus groundsNo pet shall be allowed on campus unless it is leashed or under the close and continuous supervision and control of its owner. No pets may be tethered to a tree, post or any other object. Owners of pets which are found to be tethered or running loose and unattended on campus will be subject to college discipline.

Computer and Network Access PolicyThe computer and networking resources are the property of the

College. Every student is entitled to an account to access those resources at Whitman College. The account is for the exclusive use of the student who is assigned the account and the password. Because computing resources are lim­ited (e.g., disk space), there are limitations placed on individuals’ use of these resources which change over time as the resources change. For specific infor­mation about resources allocation, (e.g., disk space allocations), contact the

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Whitman College Technology Services (WCTS). Requests for larger allocations may be made by an individual or by an individual’s supervisor or instructor on his/her behalf. Upon leaving the College:

a. Graduating students have access to their accounts for up to one year after graduation. Extensions beyond the one-year period will not customarily be granted.

b. Students who leave the institution without graduating (e.g., transfer, dis­missal, etc.) will have access to their accounts for one month following the termination of their relationship with the College. Students on leave of absence (including study abroad) will have their accounts retained.

Computer and Network Access Policy defined:• Lending an account to another person is not permitted and is considered

to be a violation of college policy.• Since Whitman is a non-profit entity, the use of college computing and

networking resources for commercial (profit-making) purposes is pro­hibited.

• Attempts to disrupt computer service, steal passwords or otherwise break into users’ accounts, electronically or mechanically vandalize equipment or files, and like activities are violations of College policy.

Examples of actions which violate this policy include, but are not limited to attempting to access without permission system files or the accounts or files of other users, sending forged e-mail, vandalizing computer hardware or software or disrupting campus computer service.

Procedures:Access to computing resources may be suspended temporarily at any time by the Chief Technology Of­ficer (or his/her designee), if there is strong evidence to suggest that the resource(s) are being used in a man­ner that seriously compromises the security of the resource(s). In such a case, the owner of the account will be sent notification of this action with 12 hours and assisted in ex­tracting such files as are immedi­ately needed (e.g., for class assign­ments) and/or establishing a new, secure account, as appropriate.

Upon suspension, a student shall discuss the issue with the Chief Technology Officer (or his/her designee) in order to reestablish an account. The account shall be reestablished within one class day of a satisfactory conclusion to the meeting. If the account is not reestablished to the student’s satisfaction, he or she may appeal to the Council on Student Affairs. The Chief Technology Of­ficer (or his/her designee) may also choose to refer the case on for disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures as described in Part 5 of the Rights and Responsibilities section of this handbook. Access to computing re­sources will not be permanently revoked except as the result of normal college disciplinary procedures.

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It is understood that users may unwittingly create problems for others (e.g., running programs that use excessive computing power, violating Internet pro­tocols of which they were not aware); in such cases the Chief Technology Officer (or his/her designee) will contact the user and explain why and how the user needs to modify his or her behavior. A policy clarification letter may be written in some cases. In cases of repeated problematic behavior a formal warn­ing may be placed in the user’s college record. If so, the user will be notified of this and permitted to attach a response or appeal to the Dean of Students.

Privacy and Freedom of Speech:Materials stored electronically are considered to be the private possession of

the user. WCTS staff will not access student accounts except: a) when autho­rized by the user(s); b) when performing routine maintenance necessary to the operation of the system, in which case the user(s) shall be notified of such access; or c) when legally required to do so. Routine maintenance that does not involve examination of account content, such as backups, is exempt from the notification requirement. Information about a student’s use of computing re­sources will not be accessed unless there is evidence suggesting that the secu­rity of the system is actively being compromised. In the latter instance, the system administrators are the only persons authorized to take such action.

Whitman College is committed to the free flow of ideas, and the freedom of electronic speech shall be fully protected. The content of electronic communi­cation is not censored. However, in accordance with the principles of this policy, the following limitations apply:

a. The volume of information may be limited because of the technical con­straints of the system (e.g., the number of new groups available at any one time may be limited).

b. Harassing electronic communications are subject to the same prohibitions as any other form of harassing communication (See harassment sections for details of what counts as harassing communication).

c. The College retains the right to protect itself from liabilities posed by the electronic behavior of members of the College.

Users are expected to abide by the laws of the State of Washington and the Unites States and by the policies of the College while on the computer system as well as off (e.g., electronic theft and plagiarism are still theft and plagiarism and are subject to the same disciplinary procedures as non-electronic behavior).

Electronic sources of personal information that are made available to the college community or to the public (“directory information”) are subject to the same constraints as printed sources of information. Our electronic access, how­ever, makes this information more readily available to the outside. See the Col­lege Catalog for a description of what directory information includes. If a stu­dent wants to restrict outside access to this information, he or she should sign the appropriate form, available in the Dean of Students Office.

Security:Insofar as a secure and functioning computer system is necessary to the aca­

demic mission of the College, all members of the college community are re­sponsible for contributing to the security of the system. To assist in maintain­ing security users should change their account passwords on a regular basis. Likewise, the computer system administrators will act promptly when suspi­cious of serious compromises to the security of the system.

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Disability PolicyWhitman College will not exclude othenvise qualified applicants or students

with disabilities from participation in, or access to, its academics, housing or extracurricular programs. “Otherwise qualified” refers to students who with­out consideration of disability are admissible to the College. Program partici­pation will not be denied to a student with a disability where that person, with accommodation, can perform the essential functions required of that program.

Students who feel they need an accommodation because of a disability must provide documentation of their disability from a physician or learning special­ist. The documentation must be current, within at least three years. The Whit­man College Counseling Center will administer the Woodcock-Johnson dis­abilities diagnostic test to students who feel they have a learning disability but have no documentation. The Academic Resource Center and the Health Center offer additional support and documentation for students with disabilities.

Students seeking accommodations for a disability, or who are denied pro­gram access, must contact the Director of Academic Resources (5213). The Director will work with the student and the appropriate department to arrive at a reasonable accommodation. If agreement is not reached by all parties in­volved, the Dean of Students and/or the Dean of Faculty will be asked to make an institutional ruling.

Accommodation requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Requests may include adaptions in the way courses are conducted, deadline extentions, modification in exams, or other course requirements. Academic standards and expectations will not be lowered in the process of accommodation.

Disorderly ConductDisorderly conduct or lewd, indecent or obscene conduct or expression on

college-owned property or at college-sponsored or college-supervised functions is prohibited.

Disruption of College ActivitiesObstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary

procedures or other college activities, including its public service functions or other authorized activities on or off college premises is prohibitied.

DrugsUnlike alcohol, American society considers the possession, use, or distribu­

tion of narcotic drugs or other controlled substances a violation of the law, re­gardless of age. Thus, there is an important distinction between alcohol and illegal drugs.

The College has chosen to take a strong stand against the use of controlled substances because of the significant risks that students assume when deciding to use them. Many of these substances are physically or psychologically addicting; the composition of “street” drugs can never be determined by the user and is often dangerous; strictly enforced laws and policies can lead to serious consequences for even the experimenter or occasional user. For example, jail sentences may be imposed, fines may be levied, and one’s status with the College as well as future employment opportunities may be jeopardized. The negative personal consequences that can happen to a student far outweigh any brief exhilaration or escape. The College strongly believes that any use of controlled

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substances is antithetical to the growth and development of students as well as detrimental to the academic environment.

The College recognizes that substance use and abuse is a concern to students and wishes to provide information or personal assistance to anyone who seeks it. Current drug information is available from the Health Center. Personal coun­seling and referral to community resources is available in the Counseling Cen­ter or Health Center.

Regulations Concerning DrugsIt is a violation of college policy to use, possess or distribute any narcotic

drug or controlled substance except as expressly permitted by law.Any student choosing to violate this policy, or the laws of the State of Wash­

ington, should be prepared to accept the consequences of his/her decision. The College reserves the right to pursue legal and/or its own judicial action should students violate the law or this policy. In addition, if referred for prosecution and found guilty the law calls for penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment.

Failure to ComplyFailure to comply with the directions of college officials acting in perfor­

mance of their duties is prohibited.

False InformationDishonesty and knowingly furnishing false information to the College is pro­

hibited.

Firearms, Explosives, and Other Dangerous WeaponsThe College discourages the possession of firearms while in attendance at

the College.Firearms may not be used or displayed on campus but must be left in the

care of the Director of Security. No firearms or ammunition are permitted in any college building including fraternities, student residence halls, and aca­demic buildings.

For the purpose of this section, “bb” guns, knives, blowguns, slingshots, paint guns, paint balls, and similar devices are considered dangerous weapons whose possession and use are prohibited.

Explosives of any type, including “fireworks,” “firecrackers,” “cherry bombs,” “bottle rockets,” and the like, are prohibited at all times.

Students who bring guns to campus must provide for their own insurance. The College is not insured for the damage or loss of such property.

Fire SafetyCollege buildings are provided with fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and other

forms of fire safety equipment in order to ensure the safety of all persons asso­ciated with the College. The College regards any tampering with fire safety equip­ment as a serious offense which potentialy endangers the lives of hundreds of students. For this reason the following regulations have been established.1. Dangerous or malicious misuse of fire in college buildings such as the burn­

ing of material in waste baskets or on bulletin boards, damaging fire doors, etc., is viewed as serious misconduct by the College. Anyone found respon­sible of same will be subject to disciplinary action.

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2. The removal, possession, destruction, theft, or misuse of fire safety equip­ment such as fire alarms, fire exit signs, smoke and fire detector alarms, and similar safety equipment shall be subject to disciplinary action.a. It is a city ordinance that anyone tampering with fire extinguishers in any

fashion is subject to a fine of $500 and/or 30 days in jail. Persons found to be misusing fire extinguishers may be reported to civil authorities in ad­dition to the penalties set above.

b. The setting of false alarms is a misdemeanor punishable by civil authori­ties with a fine of up to $500 and/or 30 days in jail. Persons found to be setting off false alarms will be reported to civil authorities for civil action in addition to the penalities set above.

3. For the purposes of the above regulations and penalties, fraternities are con­sidered to be college residences.

Forgery of DocumentsForgery, alteration or misuse of college documents, records, or identification

is prohibited.

HarassmentCovert or overt abuse, harassment, or intimidation of members of the col­

lege community on the basis of race, ethnic origin, creed, gender, or sexual orientation is prohibited.

Medical LeaveThe College reserves the right to place a student on temporary leave if the

health of that student places him or her in jeopardy or disrupts the normal activities of other students or the College.

Motor VehiclesNo motor vehicle, including motorcycles, motor scooters, etc., shall be parked

or driven on the grass, walks, or pathways on campus. Motorcycles and motor scooters must be parked in autho­rized parking areas. Fire regula­tions do not permit parking in buildings. Students are urged to use campus parking as a courtesy to neighbors.

Plagiarism (See Academic Dishonesty Policy)

Physical AbusePhysical and/or sexual abuse

of any person, on or off college- owned or controlled property, or at college-sponsored or super­vised functions, or conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person is prohib­ited.

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Sexual HarassmentWhitman College is committed to providing an environment in which all

members of the college community—professional and non-professional admin­istrative staff, students, and faculty—have freedom to think, to speak, and to act to fulfill tasks that belong to their roles, whether this involves group settings or individual relationships.

The College has developed a complete policy which contains a detailed defi­nition of sexual harassment, informal procedures for dealing with grievances, and formal procedures for addressing violations of the policy. What follows is a summary of the elements of that policy. Any member of the college community may obtain a complete copy of the policy from the Dean of Students, Dean of Faculty, or Sexual Harassment Officer.

Sexual Harassment Defined:The definition of sexual harassment given by the Equal Employment Oppor­

tunity Commission (EEOC) Guidelines is accepted as legal standard applying to the employment situation. The EEOC Guidelines state that sexual harass­ment includes “unwelcome verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature . . . [which) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s academic or work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive academic or work environment.”

In determining whether specific conduct constitutes sexual harassment, the totality of the circumstances, the nature of the actions, and the context in which the alleged incidents occurred must be investigated and considered. The fol­lowing is a list of representative types of actions which in certain circumstances would be considered forms of sexual harassment by Whitman College:

Sexual remarks or sexual innuendo; uninvited flirtation, letters, or phone calls; sexually suggestive materials displayed inappropriately in public places, the classroom, or the workplace; sexually suggestive gestures or looks; unwel­come and deliberate touching of another person; demands or offers of sexual favors in return for grades, recommendations, hiring, promotion, salary increases, etc.; invitations for dates that do not stop with a negative response.

Procedures:Students who believe they are being sexually harassed by faculty or staff

members have several ways to address their concerns. Consultation with any other member of the community is appropriate. But in particular, the Sexual Harassment Officer (SHO) or members of the College Council on Interpersonal Relations (CCIR) are well informed of college policy and, in confidence, will be helpful in providing alternative courses of action.

Past experience at academic institutions suggests that many grievances can be resolved informally. Thus, there are several avenues for informal solutions that can be suggested in consultation with members of the College Council on Interpersonal Relations, the Sexual Harassment Officer, the Health Center, the Counseling Center, or other college resources.

Formal procedures also are a part of the college policy. The Sexual Harass­ment Officer is the starting point for all such complaints. After interviewing all parties involved, the Sexual Harassment Officer will determine whether or not the case is to proceed. If so, a full investigation will be undertaken and a com­plete report submitted to the appropriate college Dean or Budget Officer. If ap­propriate, the Dean or Budget Officer will propose a sanction to the president. If

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accepted, the sanction will then he enforced.The sexual harrassment officers are Celia Weller (Olin Hall 327, 527-5171)

and Henry Yaple (Penrose Memorial Lihrary, 527-5193). A complete copy of the Sexual Harassment policy may he obtained from the Whitman College Faculty Handbook available on the Whitman College home page.

Appeals:If the accused wishes to appeal the outcome or sanction, he/she may petition

the President. If granted, an appropriate hearing board will be convened to hear the case.

Sexual Misconduct PolicySexual Misconduct defined:1. Unwanted sexual activity, actual or attempted, such as touching, attempted

disrobing, or coerced physical contact, and threats designed to force sexual activity, is a violation of college policy.

2. Sexual penetration resulting from force or threat of force when one of the involved parties does not freely consent to sexual activity is a violation of college policy. Penetration is understood to include intrusion into any ori­fice or opening of the body. Force or threat of force includes physical force as well as any type of coercion.

Consent and Lack of Consent in relation to Sexual Misconduct:An issue in sexual misconduct is mutual consent. Sexual activity should not

take place unless all parties have freely given consent. Sexual misconduct oc­curs when one party refuses to take “no” for an answer. A verbal rejection or any other type of resistance constitutes a lack of consent.

Silence does not necessarily mean consent. For instance, an individual who has lost consciousness does not have the ability to give consent. An individual who is under the influence of alcohol or other drugs may not have the ability to give consent, even if that person does not explicitly say, “No.” Similarly, some­one who is suffering from shock, is frightened, or feels threatened may not be able to object to sexual advances. Indeed, engaging in sexual activity under these circumstances may constitute rape. In unclear situations, students should seek the active verbal consent of their partners. Consent, when it is given, must be freely given. Consent under duress (physical or emotional threat) does not constitute freely given consent.

Whitman College expects all students to refrain from using intoxicants to the point of physical, mental, or emotional impairment. Students shall not take advantage of intoxicated individuals.

Procedures:Any member of the Whitman community may bring charges of sexual mis­

conduct against a Whitman student. There will be no distinction made be­tween incident(s) that occur on or off campus. Incident(s) covered under this policy must be reported to either the Judicial Coordinator or the Dean of Stu­dents within 24 months of the alleged incident(s) but Whitman College en­courages complainants to report incident(s) covered under this policy to the Judicial Coordinator as soon as possible, since any delay may weaken the case. In all cases, the Dean of Students will meet with the complainant and, within

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the discretion of the dean, with the accused student. The dean will discuss the various procedural options with the complainant and secure the complainant’s recommendations for further proceedings. After securing the complainant’s recommendations, one of the following procedures will be selected:1. At the complainant’s request, take no further action.2. If agreed by the complainant and the accused student, the Dean of Students

may seek to resolve the issue through mediation. The mediator may be the Dean of Students, the Judicial Coordinator, or any other person acceptable to the parties. The parties are the complainant and the accused. The media­tion will be non-binding on the parties unless they otherwise agree in writ­ing.

3. If the complainant does not wish to proceed with a formal hearing (see para­graph 4 below), the complaint may be resolved by the Dean of Students without a hearing based upon meetings between the dean and the complain­ant and the accused. At the dean’s discretion those meetings may be separate with each party or together with both parties. Under this procedure an ac­cused student may either:a. after an informal meeting with the dean, accept responsibility for a viola­

tion of the policy and have a sanction imposed by the dean, orb. request a formal meeting with the dean to address the allegations. At any

such formal meeting the complainant may but shall not be required to be present. At this meeting, the accused student may make a statement, present witnesses, and have an advisor present. Within two class days after this formal meeting, the dean will inform both parties in writing of the decision of the dean, including any sanction imposed if the student has been determined to have violated the Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Under this procedure (a and/or b above) the dean shall not have the authority to expel or suspend a student found to have violated the policy, and the disposition shall be final, without any subsequent proceedings or appeals.

4. If the complainant wishes to proceed with a formal hearing, and if the Dean of Students has determined that the complainant has alleged facts which, if true or believed, could constitute a violation of this policy, a formal hearing shall be conducted by the Council on Sexual Misconduct.

If the complainant wishes to proceed with a formal hearing, but the Dean of Students disagrees that the allegations of the complaint could constitute a violation of this policy, the dean shall make the determination after confer­ring with a faculty member elected to the Student Life Committee, which faculty member shall if possible be a member of the opposite gender than the dean.

If the faculty member and the Dean of Students agree that the allegations of the complaint could constitute a violation of this policy, then a formal hearing shall be conducted.

If the faculty member and the dean agree that the allegations of the com­plaint could not constitute a violation of this policy, and that no further ac­tion is warranted, a written statement will be provided to the complainant detailing the basis of such action.

If the faculty member and the dean disagree whether the allegations of the complaint could constitute a violation of this policy, the complainant shall be entitled to proceed with a formal hearing.

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The Council on Sexual Misconduct Defined;The Council on Sexual Misconduct is the official Council that decides re­

sponsibility when the matter is sent for a formal hearing. The Council on Sexual Misconduct is composed of two faculty members and two students selected from the Council on Student Affairs, and two members of the professional stu­dent services staff. The Council must be evenly composed of men and women. The Dean of Students will serv'e as the Chair of the Council on Sexual Miscon­duct and will be responsible for selecting the two faculty members, the two professional student services staff members and the two students to serve on the Council on Sexual Misconduct prior to each hearing. The Chair of the Council on Sexual Misconduct may not vote. Since all members on the Council on Student Affairs are eligible to be selected to serve on the Council on Sexual Misconduct, they must participate in training organized by the Judicial Coordi­nator before hearing any cases. Several eligible professional student services members must also participate in this training before hearing any cases. All six members of the Council on Sexual Misconduct selected to hear a particular case must be present to hear and vote on the case. Except as necessary in the context of formal procedures, all members of the Council on Sexual Misconduct are expected to maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of each case.

Procedures for Formal Hearing:1. The judicial Coordinator shall meet with the complainant to discuss the

incident(s) and to obtain a written statement regarding the events in the incident(s). In this and subsequent meetings, the judicial Coordinator is to maintain and communicate a stance of strict impartiality, suspending judg­ment as to the relative responsibility of the parties for the incident(s). The parties to the proceeding are the complainant and the accused. The judicial Coordinator may refer individual parties to appropriate counselors or re­source persons. Statements submitted by either party or witnesses shall not be utilized in any off-campus legal proceedings.

2. The judicial Coordinator shall meet with the accused student to discuss the incident(s) and to obtain a statement regarding the events of the incident(s).

3. A hearing shall be arranged with the accused student, the complainant, and the Council on Sexual Misconduct.

4. The parties must provide the judicial Coordinator with the names of any witnesses to be called, at least 48 hours prior to the hearing. The testimony of a witness will only be allowed if it is directly related to the events under investigation. The Chair of the council will decide if such testimony is rel­evant and should be presented. No later than 24 hours prior to the hearing both parties will be notified of witnesses to be called.

5. The judicial Coordinator will provide the parties with a written summary of the charges, statements, evidence, names of witnesses, a notice of the time and place of the hearing, and a list of names of members of the Council on Sexual Misconduct. The hearing must occur no earlier than 72 hours after the parties receive the notice. The parties may challenge any voting member of the Council on Sexual Misconduct for cause. The Chair of the council will rule on all such challenges and, if necessary, will replace Council mem­bers to complete the requisite of six members and gender balance. All chal­lenges must be submitted in writing at least 48 hours prior to the hearing. Reprisals against any participants in the hearing will be cause for disciplin­ary action.

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6. Each of the parties may choose an advisor from among the members of the Whitman College community (current student or employee) to help prepare for the hearing. This advisor also may be present at the hearing but may not speak aloud. The advisor may only consult with the party being advised.

7. At the hearing, introductions, the statement of philosophy, the statement of charges and an explanation of procedures will be given by the Chair of the Council on Sexual Misconduct. The parties may make an opening and clos­ing statement and present evidence and witnesses. Members of the Council on Sexual Misconduct may question the testimony of parties and any wit­nesses. The council may only ask questions which are relevant to under­standing the events of the incident(s). The complainant and the accused shall be given the opportunity to ask questions of parties and witnesses. Only questions which are relevant to the understanding of events of the incident(s) may be asked. The Chair of the council will decide on the rel­evance of the questions. The proceedings shall be recorded for use in appeals to the Chair of the Faculty as described below.

If either party prefers that questions between the parties or witnesses not be direct he/she may select the option of having the complainant and the accused submit written questions to the Chair of the council, who will read them aloud to the person to whom the question is directed. Only questions which are relevant to the understanding of events of the incident(s) may be asked. The Chair of the council will decide on the relevance of the ques­tions.

In cases where either party feels unable to be in the same room with the other, suitable arrangements will be made to keep the parties separate but allow both parties to hear and respond to all proceedings of the council prior to the council’s deliberations.

8. To find a student responsible for violation of the Whitman College Sexual Misconduct Policy requires at least 4 affirmative votes from the six voting members of the council who are participating in the hearing and have heard all the evidence. Decisions will be based only on the evidence presented at the hearing. To find a student responsible for violation of the Whitman College Sexual Misconduct Policy, members of the council must find that it is highly probable that the accused is responsible. Otherwise, the accused student is to be found not responsible.

9. After the deliberations, the Chair of the Council on Sexual Misconduct will inform the parties in writing of the decision within two class days of the hearing. Notification to the accused will include sanctions if applicable. Sanctions may include suspension or expulsion.

10. All of the above time provisions except the 24 month statute of limitations may be altered by the Judicial Coordinator in consultation with the Dean of Students. However, care must be taken in such cases to ensure that the basic rights of the parties be maintained.

Appeal:A decision by the Council on Sexual Misconduct may be appealed when and

only when:1. Either party feels that there has been a procedural error in the process by the

council, and/or2. Evidence or information offered by a party as part of the process has

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inappropriately been ruled admissible or inadmissible for the hearing; or, if there is wholly new evidence.If either party intends to appeal the councils decision, he or she must peti­

tion the Chair of the Faculty in writing within 10 class days of receiving the decision letter from the Chair of the council on Sexual Misconduct. This peti­tion must state the grounds (1 and/or 2 above) used as the basis for the appeal.

The Chair of the Faculty will review all written material regarding the case, together with any record of the proceeding. The Chair of the Faculty may, but shall not be required to. interview the Judicial Coordinator, any member of the council, and/or any party or witness. The Chair of the Faculty will consider the appeal only with reference to the grounds on which the appeal is based. Upon completion of the appeal review, the Chair of the Faculty will act upon the appeal petition in one of two ways:1. Reject the appeal petition.2. Uphold the appeal petition and send the case to the Sexual Misconduct Ap­

peal Board for reconsideration based on grounds 1 and/or 2 above.

The Sexual Misconduct Appeal Board defined:Should a case go to appeal, the Sexual Misconduct Appeal Board shall be

comprised of two faculty members and two students from the Council on Stu­dent Affairs who did not serve on the original Council on Sexual Misconduct which heard the case, and two additional members of the professional student services staff, chosen earlier by the Dean of Students, who did not serve on the original Council on Sexual Misconduct, but who have undergone training for hearing such cases. The appeal board must be evenly composed of men and women. The Chair of the Faculty shall act as Chair of this Appeal Board. This Board must use the standard of evidence of “highly probable” as the members reconsider based on grounds 1 and/or 2 above. Four affirmative votes from the six voting members of the Appeal Board are necessary to overturn the original decision of the Council on Sexual Misconduct and render a new decision. Ex­cept as necessary in the context of the appeal, all members of the Appeal Board are expected to maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of each case.

Confidentiality:The Chair of the council will take possession of any written statements pre­

sented at the hearing, together with any notes taken by the council members at the hearing and the record. After the time for appeal has expired, or any appeal is concluded and the matter finalized, the Chair of the council on Sexual Mis­conduct will destroy all written statements presented at the hearing, the notes taken by the Council members, and the record, in order to preserve confidenti­ality of the proceedings. Any exhibits or other documentary evidence presented will be returned to the party who presented the same.

Initial Response to Sexual Misconduct:One of the most important actions to take following a sexual misconduct

incident is to find someone who can provide you with emotional support. This can be the Sexual Misconduct Response Coordinator, a friend, a resident advi­sor, a counselor—anyone who will act as a support for you, will be easy to confide in, and will maintain your confidence in a nonjudgmental way. Another important action is to seek medical attention as soon as possible. This will allow for the detection of hidden injuries, the detection of pregnancy and/or STDs,

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and if you choose to do so, the completion of tests to gather evidence. In order to preserve evidence, it is important not to bathe or shower prior to seeking medical attention. It is also helpful to maintain any articles that could be used as evidence, such as clothing, by placing them in separate bags. Finally, you will need to decide whether you wish to report the incident to the College and/or the Walla Walla police department. Even if you do not wish to press charges, it is extremely helpful to report the incident as soon as possible so your options can be reviewed with you.

Statement of Rights for Students Who Are Victims of Sexual Misconduct:1. The right to have all sexual assaults against them treated with seriousness;

the right, as victims, to be treated with dignity; and the right for campus services which assist such victims.

2. The right to full and prompt cooperation and assistance of campus person­nel in notifying the proper authorities (if the victim wishes that this notifica­tion occur).

3. The right to be free from any kind of pressure from campus personnel that victims; a) not report crimes against them to civil and criminal authorities or to campus security or the campus judicial coordinator or the campus sexual harassment officer or b) report crimes as lesser offenses than the victim per­ceives them to be.

4. The right to be free from any kind of suggestion that campus sexual assault victims not report or under report offenses because: a) victims are somehow “responsible” for the commission of crimes against them or b) victims were contributorily negligent or assumed the risk of being assaulted or c) by re­porting crimes they would incur unwanted personal publicity.

5. The same right to legal assistance or to have others present in any campus disciplinary proceedings that the institution permits the accused; and the right to be notified of the outcome of such proceedings.

6. The right to full and prompt cooperation from the campus personnel in ob­taining, securing, and maintaining evidence (including a medical examina­tion) as may be necessary to prove criminal sexual assault in subsequent legal or campus disciplinary proceedings.

7. The right to be made aware of, and assisted in exercising, any options as provided by State and Federal laws or regulations, with regard to mandatory testing of sexual assault suspects for communicable diseases and with regard to notification to victims themselves.

8. The right to counseling from any mental health services previously estab­lished by the institution, or by other victim-service entities.

9. After campus sexual assaults have been reported, the victims of such crimes shall have the right to require that campus personnel take the necessary steps or actions reasonably feasible to prevent any unnecessary or unwanted con­tact or proximity with alleged assailants.

10.In addition to the rights above, all students have a right to a living environ­ment free of sexual or physical intimidation. Students living in campus ac­commodations for which the College receives compensation also have the right to expect that persons sharing living space with them, and guests of

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those persons, not subject them to the kind of continuing disruptive behav­ior that would prevent a reasonable person from attaining his/her educa­tional goals. Any student who feels that such intimidation exists and that it is affecting his/her academic responsibilities should meet with the Dean of Students in order to deal with the situation.

SmokingSmoking is not allowed in any building on campus.

TheftTheft or damage of property of the College or of a member of the college

community or a college visitor is prohibited.

Part 3. Regulations for Social Organizations

Student organizations and activities are subject to the supervision of the Dean of Students. Regulations for organizations and activities are established by the Dean of Students except in areas where authority is granted by the Board of Trustees or where legislation is specifically provided for by the faculty. Estab­lishment of these regulations may be wholly or partly delegated to properly constituted student organizations or committees, subject to the approval of the Dean of Students.

Every organization must furnish a correct list of its officers and a copy of itsconstitution and by-laws to the faculty through the Student Activities Director,

maintain a good standard of scholarship and conduct among its members, and have a college adviser appointed by the Presi­dent of the College on recom­mendation of the Dean of Stu­dents or his designee and the stu­dent group concerned.

No meetings by social groups, clubs, or organizations, including the Associated Students, shall be held during the time of exercises scheduled by the College.

Membership in campus orga­nizations shall be confined to students enrolled in the College except as the constitutions of the respective organizations may provide for honorary and other categories of membership.

All organized activities spon­sored or directed by the College, the Associated Students, the so­cial groups, service organiza­tions, and any other groups of

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students and/or faculty shall be registered on the calendar in the Student Center no later than one week prior to the date of the event.

Social events and other activities held in off-campus locations will not nor­mally be considered to be sponsored by the College. The responsiblity for en­suring proper conduct at such events shall rest entirely with the group itself.

Social events and other activities conducted on the campus by student orga­nizations are subject to college regulations concerning organizations and indi­vidual student behavior. Students or campus organizations that wish to use col­lege-owned facilities for their social events or other organized activities must reserve the facilities with the appropriate office. The reservation must indicate who the responsible individual(s) will be in case of damage to college property or other problems stemming from the activity. In instances where college prop­erty or buildings are being used by students for such activities, the College reserves the right to require the presence of appropriate personnel such as fire­men, custodians, residence hall staff, security personnel, etc.

Students are encouraged to invite guests from all segments of the college community to their social events when appropriate.

Additional information on required procedures for the scheduling and hold­ing of social events is available to everyone in the Student Center.

No publications may be issued by students, classes, or organizations in the name of the College without permission of the faculty or administration, as appropriate.

Each student organization must be free of debt contracted as a result of cur­rent operations by June 30 of each year. An organization in debt at that time will be automatically placed on probation for one year. During such probation the organization shall not contract further current indebtedness and shall remove all current financial obligations. If at the end of the year of probation the in­debtedness is not removed, faculty authorization for the organization will be withdrawn.

College Expectations for Greek OrganizationsThe College supports a strong, positive Greek experience that is consistent

with the mission and aims of Whitman. It is to maintain and strengthen the system that this document has been developed and that the above expectations of the College for its fraternities and sororities have been established.

In order to ensure that Greek organizations are supporting the mission of the College, maximizing their contribution to the personal development of their members and maintaining a sound organization, it is expected that each chap­ter will engage in the following activities:1. Scholarship—The fraternity or sorority environment shall be conducive to

study and supportive of each members academic efforts. Programs should be planned around the academic needs of members (e.g., study skills, tutoring and discussion groups, writing workshops, career planning). Formal schol­arship programs and activities which go beyond mere “test files” are strongly encouraged in order that members may learn from each other. This is a seri­ous concern of the College and is a necessary ingredient of a Greek organization’s total contribution.

2. Rules and Regulations—It is assumed that all fraternity and sorority members have knowledge of and comply with college regulations and state and local laws. Further, it is important that each chapter have clearly-stated internal

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rules that are responsibly enforced by the officers. Problem areas typically are alcohol and drug abuse, noise, sexual harassment, physical assaults, and property damage. Failure to correct such problems when they arise threatens the continued recognition of the chapter.

3. Rush—The purpose of Rush is to present the fraternity and sorority alterna­tive to Whitman College students, primarily freshmen, who are not affiliated with a Greek organization. As such it should be open and honest and intro­duce prospective members to all phases of a chapters activities and to the personal and financial responsibilities that pledgeship entails. Therefore a Rush program which concentrates on alcohol and parties is developing an inaccurate view of the Greek experience and is not preparing its prospective pledges for responsible membership.

4. Pledge Education—In order to complement such a “rush" program it is man­datory that each fraternity and sorority have a positive pledge program. A wide variety of educational and related activities are necessary if each new pledge is to become familiar with and accept both the business and friend­ship aspects of his or her chapter. Examples of such activities are learning chapter management skills, how to Rush, and financial obligations. The amount of time a pledge spends in doing things with older members or big brothers or sisters is important in developing attitudes of sharing and caring and brotherhood or sisterhood. Conversely, practices which continue because of tradition and are based on revenge or are fun at the expense of others are not constructive. Hazing does not encourage respect for others and is pro­hibited at Whitman College. Hazing is defined as any activity of physical or psychological abuse that is degrading or humiliating to another person.

5. Finances and Chapter Operations—Financial obligations of chapters and individuals within their chapters are expected to be met. College regulations require that each organization be free of debt contracted through its current operations by the end of each fiscal year (June 30). Failure to remove indebt­edness within a year will result in withdrawal of recognition of the organiza­tion. In addition it is expected that the physical premises of each fraternity or sorority will be maintained in good repair and that all hazards to health or safety will be routinely eliminated.

6. Social Activities—Fraternities and sororities have provided a variety of so­cializing activities which contribute to members’ personal development and serve an integrative function for the greater campus. In addition to hosting responsible parties each chapter should endeavor to provide a variety of ac­tivities which will expand each student’s experiences and might include in­teraction with faculty and administrators, citizens of Walla Walla and other campus organizations. Promoting positive interpersonal relations between men and women should be important for all college events.

7. Exterior Relations—Members and chapters must be concerned about their impact on their neighbors. Because the College is located in a residential area, extra care should be taken not only to respect neighbors’ rights to pri­vacy and quiet, but also to cultivate positive relationships through visits, newsletters, meetings with Walla Walla organizations (such as the police, fire department, etc.) and invitations to appropriate activities. Excellent op­portunities exist for Greek organizations to make a positive impact through community and college service projects. A critical area of concern is that of inter-Greek relations and rivalries. Raids, theft, and property damage have

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no place in the ideals espoused by the Greek organizations. Attitudes must improve and support must be given to the IFC and Panhellenic in order to deal with infractions. Recognizing that alumni are a source of strength for both the College and the fraternities and sororities, it is crucial that each chapter devotes considerable effort toward cultivating a continued involve­ment with its graduates.

8. Programming—Fraternities and sororities should take advantage of the com­bination of college resources and their own close friendships to significantly enhance the personal lives of their members. For example, workshop or dis­cussion sessions on leadership, personal finances, career planning, male/fe- male awareness would be beneficial to all members.

9. Evaluation—Each fraternity and sorority should annually make the effort to ask itself whether or not it is realizing its full potential by serving its mem­bers and the College in the areas indicated in this document.Each fall Greek organizations must complete an “Award of Excellence Appli­

cation.” In the process of making this application, fraternities and sororites take a close look at the year’s accomplishments and the congruence between stated philosophy and actual activities. A committee of faculty, staff, and students will scrutinize the applications and determine the award winners.

Part 4. Residence Hall Policies

whitman College encourages students to pursue the educational, social, and physical goals that are a necessary part of college life. In order to support the pursuit of these goals, the Residence Life program would like students to un­derstand their rights as residents. However, each right carries with it a recipro­cal responsibility on the part of the individual to safeguard that right for others. Each student living in college-controlled housing must sign a Residence Hall Agreement. Read the agreement carefully; it details the rules and regulations governing residence halls.

Following are several policies for students living in residence halls:1. Occupancy

a. Residence hall assignments are made by the Residence Life Office, and these assignments cannot be changed at any time during the year without prior permission. Room changes within a hall may not be made without prior approval by the Resident Director.

b. Only persons assigned to a room by the College may reside there.c. Overnight guests are permitted only when advance arrangements are made

with the Resident Director, and only when accommodations are available.2. Storage Facilities

a. Only students currently registered at the College may use storage facili­ties. Trunks and large pieces of luggage are to be tagged (showing name, section, and residence hall) and stored in the trunk or storage rooms of the residence hall in which the student is residing.

b. The College will take possession of all articles not properly stored or left by students who do not have an assigned living space in a residence hall or interest house for the next semester (leaves of absence excepted).

c. The College is not liable for the loss of, or damage to, students personal goods housed in College facilities. Residents are encouraged to carry

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private insurance in their personal possessions. Often, the best way to obtain this insurance is to extend your parents’ homeowners policy to cover personal property away from premises.

3. Pets in College Buildingsa. The only pets allowed in residence halls are fish and small turtles. Aside

from the fact that some people have allergies, keeping a dog or cat in a residence hall is not fair to the animal.

The following is a list of rights guaranteed to students; they include but are not limited to;1. The right to exclusive occupancy of assigned room by the student and

roommate(s), referred to as occupants.a. Non-occupants may be present only with the mutual consent of the occu­

pants.b. An occupant may insist that a non-occupant leave the room at any time.

2. The right to privacy, study, and sleep without undue interference. Students may request that noisy or disruptive individuals show more consideration or leave. They have the right to request assistance from the staff person on duty. In order to ensure these rights, quiet hours are set by the Residence Life staff in each residence hall.

3. The right to redress of grievances and the right to initiate actions for impar­tial and fair adjudication. With this the student holds the right to be free from intimidation, physical or emotional harm, and the imposition of sanc­tions apart from due process.a. The residence hall staff encourages conflict resolution through media­

tion, and receive training in conflict mediation.4. The right to host guests.

a. All guests must adhere to the policies of the hall and the College.b. The occupant is responsible for, and may bear the consequences for viola­

tions of policies by his/her guest.

Part 5. Disciplinary Procedure

The procedures to be followed in enforcing college regulations fall into four general categories:1. Violations of college regulations2. Violations of regulations by student organization3. Violations of regulations for residence halls4. Summary dismissal

1. Violations of College RegulationsWhen a student is charged with the violation of a College rule or regulation,

the matter will be handled as indicated below. The Judicial Coordinator referred to herein will be designated by the Dean of Students. There is no “statute of limitations” for filing a charge against a student. A student may be accused and subject to the procedures below at any time while enrolled at the College (see Sexual Misconduct Policy for exception). The procedures below are superseded by other procedures in this handbook in cases of sexual harassment, sexual misconduct or academic dishonesty.

A. An appointment between the student and the judicial Coordinator will be arranged.

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B. In the meeting with the Judicial Coordinator the student will be told what rule or regulation was allegedly violated and receive a descrip­tion of the incident in­cluding time, date, lo­cation, and summary of the evidence. The stu­dent will also receive a copy of the Student Handbook, be informed of his/her rights, have the charges explained and options outlinedand have the opportunity to make a statement and ask any pertinent ques­tions. Students who fail to appear at the appointed time or fail to resched­ule the appointment will receive written notice of the charges, with all of the above information included, and the opportunity to appear in person before the judicial Coordinator within two class days of receipt of the notice. Failure to respond at this time will result in the student waiving the right to a hearing and being assessed an appropriate sanction by the judicial Coordinator based on the evidence available.

C. The above initial meeting will result in one of four possible outcomes:1. The judicial Coordinator may dismiss the charges.2. The student may accept responsibility for the violation and have a sanc­

tion imposed by the judicial Coordinator. Such a disposition of the case shall be final and there will be no subsequent proceedings or ap­peals.

3. The student and the judicial Coordinator may agree to continue the meeting at a future time. At this subsequent meeting the student may make a statement, present witnesses, and have an advisor (who must be a student or college employee) present. Within two class days of this second meeting the judicial Coordinator will inform the student of the decision in writing with an imposed sanction if applicable. This decision may be appealed to the Dean of Students within five class days of its receipt.

4. The student may elect a formal hearing before the Council on Student Affairs. The judicial Coordinator will refer the case to the Council on Student Affairs automatically if suspension or expulsion are possible sanctions. Up until the time the Council on Student Affairs meets to hear the case referred to it by the student, the student may change his/ her mind and have the case proceed as in number 3 above.

D. If the student chooses a hearing before the Council on Student Affairs, or the case is referred to the Council on Student Affairs by the judicial Coor­dinator, the procedure will be as follows;1. The judicial Coordinator will provide the student with a written

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members of the Council on Student Affairs. The hearing must occur not less than 72 hours after the student receives the notice. The student may challenge any voting member of the Council for cause. The Judicial Coordinator will rule on all such challenges.

2. At least 48 hours prior to the hearing the student must provide the judicial Coordinator with the names of witnesses to be called, if any. However, at any time prior to the hearing the student or the Judicial Coordinator may introduce new evidence or witnesses with due notice to the other party.

3. The student may choose an advisor from the Whitman College com­munity (student or employee) to help prepare his/her case. This advi­sor may be present at the hearing but may not speak aloud. The advi­sor may only consult with the student.

4. Other than the student, his/her advisor and the Judicial Coordinator, who will present the case against the student, only those others who are called on by the Council on Student Affairs to present information relating to the case will be allowed to testify. The Chairman of the Coun­cil on Student Affairs will rule on all such questions.

5. A quorum of the Council on Student Affairs for the purpose of the hearing shall be two-thirds of those members eligible after challenges have been ruled upon.

6. At the hearing the statements of charges and supporting evidence will be presented by the Judicial Coordinator and reviewed. The student may make a statement and present evidence and witnesses in his/her defense. The Judicial Coordinator or Council on Student Affairs may question the student and any witnesses. The student may choose not to answer any questions. The student shall be given the opportunity to submit in writing any questions that he/she would like asked of any witness.

7. If the student fails to appear at the hearing, the Council on Student Affairs may proceed in his/her absence and may assess an appropriate sanction based on the evidence available.

8. All decisions by the Council on Student Affairs will be by a two-thirds vote of those eligible and will be based only on the evidence presented at the hearing. The standard of evidence to be used by the Council in reaching determinations of guilt or innocence shall be a “preponder­ance of evidence.”

9. After the deliberations the Chairman of the Council on Student Affairs will inform the student in writing of the decision within two class days of the hearing. Notification will include a sanction if applicable.

10. A decision by the Council on Student Affairs may be appealed by a student who is the subject of disciplinary action by the council when:a. He or she feels that there has been a procedural error in the disci­

pline process by the council, orb. Evidence or information relevant to the case did not arise during

the hearing.If the accused student wishes to appeal the council’s decision, he or she may petition the Chair of the Faculty in writing, stating which of these two grounds is being used as the basis for the appeal. The Chair of the Faculty will then act on the petition in one of three ways.

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a. The Chair of the Faculty may decide to hear the appeal and then rule.

b. The Chair of the Faculty may form a panel to hear the appeal.c. The appeal petition may be rejected.

11. Near the end of the semester all of the above time provisions may be altered by the Judicial Coordinator in consultation with the Dean of Students. However, care must be taken in such cases to ensure that the accused maintains the basic rights of these procedures.

2. Violations of Regulations by Student OrganizationsStudent organizations and activities are subject to the supervision of the Dean

of Students. Regulations for organizations and activities have been established by the Dean of Students, the faculty, and other student and college committees or organizations. They appear elsewhere in this handbook.

Violations of these duly established regulations by organizations will be handled according to one of the following means:

A. The Interfraternity Council is responsible for dealing with all interfrater­nity disputes and all violations of the Interfraternity Council constitution by individual fraternities or fraternity members. Interfraternity Council rulings are to be reviewed by the Dean of Students for consistency with college regulations and fairness. Individual students or a fraternity may appeal an Interfraternity Council judicial Board decision to the Dean of Students. In addition, the Dean of Students or his/her designee may in­vestigate any alleged violations of college policy, hold hearings, and im­pose sanctions on fraternities or their members. A fraternity or member of a fraternity has the option of a hearing before the Associate Dean of Students or the Interfraternity Council.

B. The Panhellenic judicial Board is responsible for dealing with all Panhellenic disputes and all violations of the Panhellenic constitution by individual sororities and sorority members. Panhellenic judicial Board rulings are to be reviewed by the Dean of Students for consistency with college regulations and fairness. Individual students or a sorority may appeal a Panhellenic judicial Board decision to the Dean of Students. In addition, the Dean of Students or his/her designee may investigate any alleged violation of college policy, hold hearings and impose sanctions on sororities or their members. A sorority or a member of a sorority has the option of a hearing before the Associate Dean of Students or the Panhellenic judicial Board.

C. Violations of the constitution of the Associated Students of Whitman College, or allegations of individual students or student organizations against the Associated Students of Whitman College, are the responsibil­ity of the Dean of Students.

D. All other violations of College policy by student organizations are the responsibility of the Dean of Students. In dealing with such cases student organizations have the right to know the charges against them, to respond to charges, to present witnesses on their behalf, and to appeal decisions of the Dean of Students to the College President.

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3. Violations of Regulations for Residence HallsResidents of and visitors to college residential facilities are subject to the

supervision of the Dean of Students. Regulations and procedures for enforce­ment of conduct violations have been esublished by the Dean of Students and various living group councils or other college committees.

The primary concern of the Residence Hall staff is the community living environment. If an individual’s behavior does not allow others in the commu­nity to benefit from the available college experiences, or infringes upon the rights of others, the staff must intervene. Individuals must be confronted with the inappropriateness of their behavior in the most constructive and educa­tional ways possible and be helped to understand the impact that it has on others. Accordingly, detailed procedures for enforcing residence hall regulations have been developed and are available in the Office of Residence Life. These include the initial responsibility of confronting disruptive behavior by peers and the intervention of residence hall staff, the college administration, and col­lege-wide hearing boards when necessary.

4. Summary DismissalThe President of the College shall have the authority, when there is just cause,

to summarily dismiss a student from the College.

SanctionsThe severity of any disciplinary action shall depend not only on the serious­

ness of any individual violation but also on the complete record of campus citizenship of the student involved. The categories of official disciplinary action are:

Dismissal or Expulsion Permanent termination of student status.Suspension Removal from the College for a definite period of time with

reinstatement dependent upon the fulfillment of stipulated conditions.Conduct Probation Terms of probation will be set by the Council on Student

Affairs, the Dean of Students, or the Judicial Coordinator.Suspended Conduct Probation—Probationary status under the terms of which

any further violation of good conduct by the student involved may result in the immediate application of conduct probation or a more severe penalty.

Other Official Action—This may include verbal warning, written warning, loss of privileges, restitution of damages, prohibition of participation in com­mencement exercises, withdrawal of permission to re-enroll, or other action appropriate to the offense.

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Benjamin L. Adrian Twin Falls, Idaho

Natalie M. Aikens Marysville, Washington

Ariel S. Andrews Altadena, California

Alexis S. AustinBellingham, Washington

Rijl M. Barber

Luke M. BehnkeSalem, Oregon

Bellingham, Washington

Tessa H. Avery Charlemont, Massachusetts

Alexander B. Barnes Chesterfield, Missouri

Jordan A. BellOlympia, Washington

Heather F BackusAnchorage, Alaska

Anna R. BaxstromOlympia, Washington

Christine E. BetowSpokane, Washington

Eda ArielEncinitas, California

Brandon G. BagleyWillits, California

Garrett B. BayrdMinnetonka, Minnesota

Theodore B. "Thad" Blank V Boise. Idaho

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Todd M- Blodgett Roy. Washington

Randi M. BoykoffScottsdale, Arizona

Eric B. BondMukilteo, Washington

Stephanie A. BoyleHermiston, Oregon

Morgan BradyBellevue, Washington

Alexandra C. “Caiilin"Boule-Buckley

Portland. Oregon

Cooper Brossy Shoshone, Idaho

David B. BrownPort Orchard, Washington

Lyndsay A, Brown Roosevelt, Utah

Hilary Browning-Craig West Linn, Oregon

Jamie K. Bucher Longview, Washington

Heidi E. BuettnerAshland, Oregon

Lane E Burgette Moose, Wyoming

Jared B. BurnsLong Creek, Oregon

jane S. BushSeattle, Washington

Mark J. Bouma Conrad, Montana

Erin K. BrayCanon City, Colorado

James V Brown IV Ketchum, Idaho

Lindsay N. Bull Oak Harbor, Washington

Rilke A. BusheyBlue Earth, Minnesota

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MaiihewJ. ButtsYakima, Washington

Lindsay M. CarrGig Harbor, Washington

Allison K. Clark Portland, Oregon

Michael Z. “Zach" Colpitts Wenatchee, Washington

Emily A. Courtney Oakland, California

Daniel D. CadolJackson, Wyoming

Vanessa C. Calvert Portland, Oregon

Reginald D. CampbellIssaquah. Washington

Evan L. Chiang Yuan-Ming ChiaoStanford, California

Jennifer V. ChongWoodinville, WashingtonMill Creek, Washington

Andrew B. Claus Shoreline, Washington

Abigail J. Clay Portland, Oregon

Alexandra K. Cole San Jose, California

Shannon M. Cornyns Medina, Washington

Abra T. Cooper Portland. Oregon

Sarah C. CorbinLopez Island, Washington

Jesse B. Cowling Wilson, Wyoming

Elizabeth M. CoxGranite Bay, California

Yarrow R. Crewdson Anchorage, Alaska

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Daniel A. Cushing Petersburg. Alaska

Anne C. DavisSaint Louis, Missouri

Daniel H. DeYoung Portland, Oregon

Hilary]. DorschAberdeen, Washington

Ian M. Edwards Walla Walk, Washington

Kerry CutlerNine Mile Falls, Washington

Scott F DanielBrier, Washington

Jack A. Davey Veradale, Washington

Nathan C. DavisKiltingworth, Connecticut

Sarah A. DavisCrescent City, California

Richard D. DeiheridgePuyallup, Washington

Brian C. DietclLongview, Washington

John S. Doyle Issaquah. Washington

Lisa M. DodobaraSeattle, Washington

Eli B. Eagle Anchorage, Alaska

Emily K. Doe Bellevue, Washington

Amber D. Ebarb Anchorage, Alaska

Erica R, Emory Boise, Idaho

Kevin N. EricksonYakima, Washington

Donan M. Everett Edmonds, Washington

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Travis A. Exstrom Redmond. Washington

Georgia A. Francis Woodway, Washington

Genevieve J. Gagne-Hawes Douglas. Alaska

Nicholas J. GenereuxIssaquah, Washington

John A. GoldmarkOkanogan, Washington

Jeffrey E. Ferguson Renton, Washington

Erin C. FinnPullman, Washington

Blake D. Fisher Seattle, Washington

Kathryn N. Frazier San Jose, California

Christopher B. Freelcn Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Andrea L. Frcng Salem, Oregon

Tonihelle N. Gaibonton

Erin E. Getiling Portland, Oregon

Mounilake Terrace, Washington

Erin V. GatesHood River, Oregon

Lara L. Giordano Sonora, California

Kaitlin R. Gavlgan Olympia, Washington

Ryan D. Gold Talent, Oregon

Elizabeth A. Goodwin Los Gatos, California

Margaret E. Gorman Vancouver, Washington

Kimberly A. Grabowski Auburn, Washington

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Ben W GraceBellevue, Washington

Susanne R. Hallowell Canton, Massachusetts

Jeffrey R. Hammond Seattle, Washington

Richard A. Harris 11 San Jose, California

Christopher M. Hcmenway Morrison, Colorado

Elyse J. GrahamLos Angeles, California

Matthew D. Griebner Sacramento. California

Lauren S. GroteIssaquah, Washington

Jon J. HallstromMaple Valley, Washington

Bryan J. HamiltonIdaho Falls, Idaho

Kyra J. Hamilton St Paul, Minnesota

C'hristine L. Hanagami Bremerton, Washington

Lindsey J. Hayes Roberts, Montana

Eric B. HennenSaint Cloud, Minnesota

Adam J. 1 lardtke Edmonds, Washington

Katherine D. Head Wenatchee, Washington

Derek R. Hill Pasco, Washington

Tat C. HarmonWalla Walla, Washington

Annelise M. Heinz Villa Park, California

Jonathan W. Holland Salem, Oregon

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Amelia M. Holeman Long Beach, Washington

Casey E. Holland Toledo. Oregon

Elizabeth D. HolmesBend, Oregon

Anna H. Holt Kaneohe, Hawaii

Peter R. Holter Edina. Minnesota

John E. Houghland Wenatchee, Washington

Calder R. HughesPortland, Oregon

Ya-Ying "Lily" Hung Anchorage. Alaska

Helen H. Imainura Juneau, Alaska

Jesse A. Jacka Valier, Montana

Katharine C. Imwalle Los Ahos, California

Eric W. JacksWalla Walla, Washington

Elizabeth L. Irwin Kirkland, Washington

Ryan C. Janos Seattle, Washington

Jennifer M. Jensen Oregon City, Oregon

Phillip C. “Conor" Jensen Lakewood. Colorado

Christina J . JesaitisBozeman, Montana

Zachary P Izzard Sheridan. Wyoming

Jacob Y Jensen Portland, Oregon

Fern Y Johnson Palo Allo, California

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Amelia W. Jones Edward M. JoyMount Vernon, Washington Coeur d‘ Alene, Idaho

Megan K. KanagaMaple Valley, Washington

Jonathan P Keefer Albany, Oregon

Denice N. KelleyDillon, Montana

Tera M. Kelley Seattle. W’ashington

Scott M. Kilpatrick Stevenson, Washington

Shannon S. Kirkpatrick Beaverton, Oregon

Kristen R KleinBaltic Ground, Washington

Soren R Klingspom Morristown, New Jersey-

Dyer A. "Andy” Knapp Camas, Washington

Kennan A. KnudsonSeattle. Washington

Nicole E. Kristek Shoreline. Washington

Andrew W. Kromroy St Paul, Minnesota

Kathryn M. Krummeck Seattle, Washington

Caitlin H KauffmanElverson, Pennsylvania

Cameron L. KiestNeskowin, Oregon

Janna G. Kline Boihell, W’ashington

Jonathan C. Kriewall Seattle, Washington

Mary E Labib Everett, Washington

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Dustin T. LambroRenton, Washington

Cara E. Leatherman McCall, Idaho

Timothy W. LenihanYakima. Washington

Kristin R. LewisSpokane, Washington

Gretchen L. LillyKirkland, Washington

Evan K. LamontRichland, Washington

Joshua B. LaneLa Canada, California

Bh-the A, Layton Canby. Oregon

Jason S, LeeOlympia, Washington

Kristen E. keep Menlo Park, California

Andrea R. Lehman Indianapolis. Indiana

AliceJ. Letcher Somesvillc. Maine

MaureeccJ. Levin Davis, California

Evan D, LewisForest Grove, Oregon

Tsering L. Lhewa Vancouver, Washington

Hutian LiangPullman, Washington

Ian G. LilleyPortland, Oregon

Blake R, Lingle Boise, Idaho

Emily R. Locke Seattle, Washington

Karen E, Lodine Portland. Oregon

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Dustin T. Lambro Renton, Washington

livan K. LamontRichland, Washington

Joshua B. LaneLa Canada, California

Cara E. LeathermanMcCall, Idaho

Jason S. LeeOlympia, Washington

Kristen E. LeepMenlo Park, California

Timothy W. Lcnihan Yakima, Washington

Alice J. Letcher Somesville, Maine

Maureecc J. Levin Davis, California

Kristin R. Lewis Spokane. Washington

Gretchen L. Lilly Kirkland, Washington

Tsering L. Lhewa Vancouver, Washington

Blake R. Lingle Boise. Idaho

Hutian LiangPullman, Washington

Emily R. Locke Seattle. Washington

Blythe A. Layton Canby. Oregon

Andrea R. Lehman Indianapolis, Indiana

Evan D. LewisForest Grove, Oregon

Ian G. Lilley Portland, Oregon

Karen E. Lodine Portland. Oregon

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Cuong Minh Luu Portland, Oregon

Adam T. Mahowald Saint Cloud, Minnesota

Sarah A. LyonHood River, Oregon

Julia H. Makowski Boulder. Colorado

Megan K. Mackenzie Spokane, Washington

Ashley H. MalcolmMilpitas, California

Matthew Q. Magee West Linn, Oregon

Zoehana S. MannVashon, Washington

Jessica M. Manni Oak Harbor, Washington

Archibald M. “McLeish" Marlin 111

Gunnison, Colorado

Andrew R, McKeever Anchorage, Alaska

Joshua R- MaricichMount Vernon, Washington

Anna M. Markee Tacoma, Washington

Aurora S. Manin Pendleton. Oregon

Robert F. Martin IV Salem, Oregon

Danielle F McClenahan Boise, Idaho

Ian C. McCullough Wilsonville, Oregon

Christopher L. McManus Cupertino, California

Erin J. McNemey Lake Oswego, Oregon

Eric J. McWhorterLas Vegas. Nevada

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Patrick J. MeathVadnais Heights. Minnesota

Nicolas C- Miranda Portland. Oregon

Meghan E. Mowcrv Redmond. Washington

Le'Andra L. Myers Walla Walla, Washington

Ryan R. NelsonKirkland, Washington

Toby W. Meierbachtol Hood River. Oregon

Erin K. Moomey Beaverton. Oregon

Stephen R. Muir Dallas. Texas

Riley E NaglerLake Forest Park,

Washington

Jennifer K. NewBellingham, Washington

David E. MesserEugene, Oregon

Melinda L. MorelandSalem, Oregon

Christine M. Mumford Bellevue, Washington

Eunji C. Nam Yakima, Washington

Rachel A. Nord Seattle, Washington

Seaver J. MilnorMount Vernon, Washington

Rebecca L. MortonWest Linn, Oregon

Elizabeth M. Munn San Francisco, California

Brooke E. Neely Spokane, W’ashingion

William M. NovakChester, Montana

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Alex NugentLos Alamos, New Mexico

Shauna H. Nyborg Oakview. California

Masashi ObataKyoto. Japan

Shannon J. O'Neill Leavenworth, Washington

Melissa M. Orsan Redmond, Washington

Jennifer R. Oswald Albany, Oregon

Emily L. Owens Verona. Wisconsin

Cris A. Pace Phelan, California

Mary K. "Katie" Padgett Tucson, Arizona

David A. Pawlowski Anchorage, Alaska

Robert M. Peachey The Dalles, Oregon

Anne H, Petersen Lewiston. Idaho

Emil PetrossianDaly City, California

Lisa K. PearsonGig Harbor, Washington

Riana S. PfefferkornFremont, California

Jaime M. Oberlander Tumwater. Washington

Daniel J. Overgaag Pinedale, Wyoming

Scott M. PattisonSan Francisco, California

Anna R. Pepper Kirkland, Washington

Karin M. Pfeiffer-Hoyt Acme, Washington

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Deborah L. PolzinThuy Mong Pham San Jose. California

Christina L. Post

William H. Pryme-Fuld Anchorage, Alaska

KrisiofFer M. ReesBoise. Idaho

Lisetia B. Quick Santa Yncz. California

Spokane, Washington

Anna C. Reimolds Olympia, Washington

Ketchum. Idaho

Carole-Anne Randall-StiitBeaverton, Oregon

Daniel J. Richards Bend, Oregon

Lauren A. RitterSpokane, Washington

Lewis J. "Jake" Rosenberg Englewood, Colorado

Noah K. Rosenberg Portland, Maine

Maha E. Roth Seattle. Washington

Mari C. RuizWalla Walla. Washington

Peter H. RutledgeMount Vernon, Washington

Colin G. PrinceSeattle. Washington

Katherine K "Keely" Rankin Arlington, Washington

Meredith E. “MollyRichardson

Si. Louis Park, Minnesoia

Samantha L, Ross Salt Lake City. Utah

Loren D, SackettAspen, Colorado

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Brandon K. Sanford Everett, Washington

Jared G. Schoening Bend. Oregon

Erik A. ScottPort Orchard, Washington

Kathn-n E. Schlieper Bellevue, Washington

Jessica E. Schreiber Palo Allo, California

Jana Seaman Boise. Idaho

Charles H, Schneider Davis, California

Heidi M. SchrumpfRoundup. Monuna

Zachary- M. Seeley Tacoma, Washington

Spruce W. SchoencmannPawlet. Vermont

Jerome A. Schwartz Bellingham. Washington

Nia E. Shepherd New York, New York

Valbona SherifiWashington, DC

Alaina M. Smith Seattle, Washington

Tonya M. Siderius Snohomish, Washington

Maggy S. Souhsseau Sevres-Anxaumont, France

Melanie R. “Robin"Simmons

Seattle, Washington

Mary J. Southwick Heber City. Utah

Emily G. Sims Sperryville, Virginia

Stacy M. St.JohnSnohomish, Washington

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Cherie E. StabelCoeur d’Alene. Idaho

Ari B. Siiassny Anchorage, Alaska

Charlene R. StrozinskyWalla Walla. Washington

Caitlin Taylor Boise. Idaho

Jessica J. WallSeattle, Washington

Rebecca C. “Blythe"Stephens

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Kyrsten E. Stoops Richland, Washington

Mee-ja M. Sula Sequim, Washington

Elise L. Thatcher Salem, Oregon

Erin R. Wallace Lacey, Washington

Sara E Stephenson Chico, California

Brent J. Stradford Sebastopol, California

Graham S. SumiokaFederal Way, Washington

Timothy J. TschetterChattanooga. Tennessee

NathanJ. Wallace-GusakovBristol, Vermont

Aaron Y. Stiassny Anchorage. Alaska

Sarah E. Stribling Issaquah, Washington

Scott D. Swanson Pocatello. Idaho

Katie E. TurnerTillamook, Oregon

Jane E. WallisBattle Ground. Washington

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Brian M. Ward Tualatin, Oregon

Carl D. Wesiine Salem, Oregon

Gretchen S. Wieman Anchorage, Alaska

Alexander]. WilliamsonKent, Washington

Katherine D, “Kitt" Woods McMinnville, Oregon

Jennifer]. WallGig Harbor, Washington

Scott M. WhinfreyManhattan Beach, California

Bergen C. WattersonSeattle, Washington

Leann E. White Richland, Washington

Amy K. Wertheimer Rancho Palos Verdes.

California

Erin M. WhittemoreBeaverton, Oregon

Josh A. Wilkins Carson, Washington

Claire E. Willett Portland, Oregon

Allegra L WillhiteSandy, Oregon

Leah J. Wilson-V'elascoAlbuquerque, New Mexico

Michelle M, Wong Redmond, Washington

Jeremy D. Wood Nevada City, California

Amanda M. Young Walla Walla, Washington

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Amy C. Alger Buhler, Kansas

Tylor D. DohertyPortland, Oregon

Hector A. Maldonado Napa, California

PeierJ. Tumbaugh Salem, Oregon

Beairiz “Betty" Alvarado Eric T. Donaldson Fernando J. Mendez Sobel Katie L. VilknoLima. Peru Albany, California Oaxaca, Mexico Fairbanks. Alaska

Britta M. AmecI Emily A. Donaldson- Andrew I. Moore Michael J. WalkerSalt Lake City. Uuh Fletcher Portknd. Oregon Walk Walk. Washington

Peter N. AndersonSeattle. Washington

Alexander G. Morrison Kate K. WatabayashiBozeman, Montana Jana Ducke Seattle, Washington Seattle, Washington

David L. AndresenBemau, Germany

James S. Mundy Megan S. WhalenKent. Washington Heidi L. Eichentopf Lake Oswego. Oregon New York, New York

Breanne E. AustinPortknd. Oregon

Joshua D. Newell Aaron K. WilsonWalk Walk. Washington Robin E. Flint Enumckw, Washington Juneau, Alaska

Joann T. BakerDuvall, Washington

Charles E. Olney Elizabeth M. WindsorEstacada, Oregon Tatkna S. Galkrdo Oak Harbor. Washington Gig Harbor, Washington

Laura F BarkerSalem, Oregon

Joshua Philpot Su Zhen YangBeaverton, Oregon Robert P Gass Walk Walk, Washington Kunming. China

Joshua J. BeanKirkland. Washington

Nashuntae C. Pleasant Lenora L. YerkesRidgefield, Washington Alexandra K. Gesheva Pasco. Washington Folsom, Califomk

Amelia L. BentonWhitehorse, Yukon Territory

Matthew R Polster Agnieszka 1. ZoltowskiHood River, Oregon Patrick C. Gilman Orangevale. California Kirkknd, Washington

Alissa M. Berley Vashon, Washington

Boulder, Colorado

Sarah M. GilmanDavid R. Prins Snohomish. Washington

Martin P Beyl Vancouver, Washington

Boulder, Colorado

Trafford R. “Ross" GoodKelly E- Pritchard Pullman. Washington

Ashli J. BlackEdmonds, Washington

Edmonds. Washington

Amanda J. HarperDylan K. Rose Salt Lake City, Utah

Jill A. BruhnLake Forest Park.

Washington Erica M. RothBend. Oregon

Anwen CartwrightYoko Hasegawa Aichi-Ken, Japan

Walk Walk. Washington

Tess C. RowleyMilpitas, California

Amy K. CastaneiteCullenJ. Hoback Valencia, California

San Diego. California

Catherine C. SchmidtBeaverton, Oregon

Brendan R. CastricanoMeredith A. Johnson Bonney Lake, Washington

Ellensburg, Washington

Oliver 1. ScottPonland, Oregon

Mario M. CavaNoelle A-John Kalama. Washington

Carmichael. Califomk

Rebecca G. SeelBremerton. Washington

Tess N. ChadilAimee M. Kanemori Kirkland. Washington

Atlanta. Georgk

Rachel C. SmithColorado Springs. Colorado

Shonali R. ChakrabartiPascale R. Leroueil Federal Way. Washington

La Grande. Oregon

Danielle M. StefaniVancouver, British Columbk

Matthew W, ConradKathryn C. Leslie Seattle, Washington

Pendleton. Oregon

Jeremy J. ThomSherwood, Oregon

Benjamin J. CovenStephanie R. Lien Battle Ground, Washington

Dayton, Washington

Jordan R TreshamPutney, Vermont

Ian W. DanforthRebecca A. Lindemann Anchorage, Alaska

Hermiston, Oregon

Ashley F TroutMountain View, Califomk Washington, DC

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August

23MONDAY

24TUESDAY

25WEDNESDAY

26THURSDAY Full Moon

27ERIDAY

Residence halls open for new students, 9:00 a.m.First-year students meet with RAs and SAs, 3:00 p.m.

Residence hall meetings, 7:00 p.m.Coffeehouse, 9:00 p.m.

28SATURDAY

Convocation, 10:30 a.m Language placement exams, 8:00-10:00 a.m.

Residence halls open for returning students, 9:00 a m. Concert on Ankeny, 9:00 p.m.

29SUNDAY

Breakaways, all day Will Keim, 7:00 p.m.

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August

Department meetings, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.S.O.A.R.ing, 7:00 p.m.

30MONDAY

RegistrationActivities Fair. 9:30 a.m.-l:00 p.m.

31________ TUESDAY

September

Classes begin1

WEDNESDAY

2THURSDAY

ERIDAY

SATURDAY

Progressive Party. 2:30-6:30 p.m.5

SUNDAY

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September

6MONDAY Labor Day (most campus offices closed)

7TUESDAY Study Abroad Fair, Cordiner Foyer, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

8WEDNESDAY

9THURSDAY Nature Photo Lecture, Maxey Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

10FRIDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

11SATURDAY Rosh Hashanah

12SUNDAY

Grandparents’ DayCinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

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September

13MONDAY

14Last day to enter classes TUESDAY

15Dr. Robin Sawyer. Maxey Auditorium. 7:00 p.m.WEDNESDAY

16Mexican Independence Day THURSDAY

17Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre. 7:00 p.m.FRIDAY

18SATURDAY

19Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY

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September

20 Yom KippurMONDAY Rempel Lecture. Maxey Auditorium. 7:30 p.m.

21TUESDAY

22WEDNESDAY

23THURSDAY Fall Equinox

24 HomecomingERIDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

25SATURDAY

Sukkot Full Moon

Homecoming

26 HomecomingSUNDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

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September

27MONDAY

28TUESDAY

29WEDNESDAY

“Wildlands-Free Spirits." Maxey Auditorium. 7:00 p.m30

THURSDAY

October

Domestic Violence Awareness MonthCinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

1ERIDAY

2SATURDAY

Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre. 7:00 p.m.3

SUNDAY

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October

4MONDAY

5TUESDAY

6WEDNESDAY

7THURSDAY

8ERIDAY Fall Visitors’ Day

9SATURDAY

10SUNDAY

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Columbus DayNational Coming Out Day Mid-semester break; no classes

11MONDAY

12Last day to withdraw without record TUESDAY

13WEDNESDAY

14THURSDAY

Cinema Aris Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.15

ERIDAY

16SATURDAY

17Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY

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October

18MONDAY

19TUESDAY

20WEDNESDAY

21THURSDAY

22ERIDAY

Family WeekendRainbow Rage, Student Center, 11:00 p.m.

Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.Whitman Sampler Concert, Cordiner, 8:00 p.m.

23SATURDAY

Speakeasy, Cordiner Foyer, 9:00 p.m.Family Weekend

24SUNDAY

Full Moon Family Weekend

United Nations Day Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

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October

25MONDAY

International Red Cross Day 2 6Walla Walla Symphony Concert, Cordiner, 7:30 p.m.TUESDAY

27Teton Gravity Research 1999 REALM Tour, Cordiner, 7:30 p.m.WEDNESDAY

28Donna Redwing, Maxey Auditorium, 8:00 p.m.THURSDAY

29Literary Reading: Mark Doty and Paul Lisicky Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.FRIDAY

30SATURDAY

31HalloweenDaylight Savings Time ends (fall back) SUNDAY

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November

1MONDAY

2TUESDAY

Election Day Dia de los Muertos

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

5FRIDAY

Jazz Concert, Chism, 8:00 p.m.Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p m.

6SATURDAY

7SUNDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

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November

Lakshmi Puja8

MONDAY

Last day to withdraw from a classLast day to P-D-F

9TUESDAY

10WEDNESDAY

Veterans' DayGrace Thorpe, Maxey Auditorium, 8:00 p.m.

11THURSDAY

Fall Visitors’ DayChoral Concert, Chism, 8:00 p.m.

12FRIDAY

13SATURDAY

Walla Walla Symphony, Cordiner, 3:00 p.m.14

SUNDAY

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15MONDAY Wind Ensemble Fall Concert, Chism, 8:00 p.m.

16TUESDAY

17WEDNESDAY

18THURSDAY Skothcim Lecture, Maxey Auditorium, 8:00 p.m.

19FRIDAY Thanksgiving break begins at 6:00 p.m.

20SATURDAY Children's Day

21SUNDAY

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November

22MONDAY

Full Moon23

TUESDAY

24WEDNESDAY

Thanksgiving Day25

THURSDAY

26FRIDAY

27SATURDAY

28SUNDAY

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November

29MONDAY Classes resume

Spring semester early registration begins

30TUESDAY_______

December

1WEDNESDAY

World AIDS Day

2THURSDAY

FRIDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre. 7:00 p.m.

4SATURDAY Hanukkah

5SUNDAY

Feast of Carols, Cordiner, 7:00 p.m.Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7.00 p.m.

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December

MONDAY

TUESDAY

8WEDNESDAY

Ramadan9

THURSDAY

Human Rights DayWinter Celebration, Cordiner Foyer, 3:45 p.m.Last day of classesCinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

10ERIDAY

11SATURDAY

12Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY

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December

13MONDAY Final exams begin

14TUESDAY Walla Walla S\Tnphony. Cordiner, 7:30 p.m.

15WEDNESDAY Bill of Rights Day

16THURSDAY

17FRIDAY Fall semester ends

18SATURDAY Residence halls close at 9:00 a m.

19SUNDAY

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December

20MONDAY

21TUESDAY

Winter Solstice Full Moon

22WEDNESDAY

23THURSDAY

24FRIDAY

Christmas Day

Boxing DayKwanzaa begins (Umoja or Unity Day)

25SATURDAY

26SUNDAY

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December

27MONDAY (Kujichagulia or Self-Deiermination Day)

28TUESDAY (Ujima or Collective Work and Responsibility Day)

29WEDNESDAY (Ujamaa or Cooperative Economics Day)

30THURSDAY (Nia or Purpose Day)

31FRIDAY

January(Kuumba or Creativity Day)

1SATURDAY

Kwanzaa ends (Imaru or Faith Day)New Year’s Day

2SUNDAY

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January

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAYEpiphany

FRIDAY

SUNDAY

8SATURDAY

102

January

10MONDAY

11TUESDAY

12WEDNESDAY

13THURSDAY Residence halls open at noon

14ERIDAY

Spring semester registrationInterim

15SATURDAY Inierim

16SUNDAY Interim

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Martin Luther King Day17

MONDAY

Classes beginSpring semester registration

18TUESDAY

19WEDNESDAY

20THURSDAY

Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.21

ERIDAY

22SATURDAY

23Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 pm. SUNDAY

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January

24MONDAY

25TUESDAY Banff Mountain Film Festival, Cordiner, 7:00 p.m.

26WEDNESDAY

27THURSDAY

28FRIDAY

Last day to enter classesCinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre. 7:00 p.m.

29SATURDAY

30SUNDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

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31MONDAY

February

Black History MonthWalla Walla Symphony. Cordiner, 7:30 p.m.

1TUESDAY

Groundhog Day2

WEDNESDAY

3THURSDAY

Cinema Ans Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.4

FRIDAY

Chinese New Year (Year of the Dragon)5

SATURDAY

6Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m. SUNDAY

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February

7MONDAY

8TUESDAY

9WEDNESDAY

10THURSDAY

11FRIDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7;00 p.m.

12SATURDAY Lincolns Birthday

13SUNDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

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Valentine’s Day14

MONDAY

15TUESDAY

16WEDNESDAY

17THURSDAY

18FRIDAY

19SATURDAY

20SUNDAY

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February

21MONDAY Presidents^ Day; no classes

22TUESDAY Washington's Birthday

23WEDNESDAY

24THURSDAY

25FRIDAY Last day to withdraw without record

26SATURDAY

27SUNDAY

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February

28MONDAY

29Leap Day TUESDAY

March

1WEDNESDAY

2THURSDAY

Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.3

FRIDAY

4SATURDAY

Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p,m.5

SUNDAY

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March

6MONDAY

7TUESDAY Walla Walla SyTuphony. Cordiner, 7:30 p.m.

8WEDNESDAY Ash Wednesday

9THURSDAY

10FRIDAY

Spring Break begins.Residence halls close at 6:00 p.m.

11SATURDAY

12SUNDAY

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March

13MONDAY

14TUESDAY

15WEDNESDAY

16THURSDAY

Id al-AdhaSt. Patricks Day

17FRIDAY

18SATURDAY

19SUNDAY

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March

20MONDAY Spring Equinox

21TUESDAY

22WEDNESDAY

23THURSDAY

24ERIDAY

25SATURDAY

26SUNDAY Residence halls open at 9:00 a m.

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Classes resume27

MONDAY

28TUESDAY

29WEDNESDAY

30THURSDAY

Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.31

FRIDAY

April

April Fools' DaySpring Visitors* Day

1SATURDAY

Daylight Savings Time begins (spring forward) Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

2SUNDAY

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3MONDAY

4TUESDAY Undergraduate Conference; no classes

5WEDNESDAY

6THURSDAY

7FRIDAY

Last day to P-D-FLast day to withdraw from a class

Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

8SATURDAY

9SUNDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p m

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10MONDAY

11Walla Walla Symphony, Cordiner. 7:30 p.m.TUESDAY

12__________________________________________________________ WEDNESDAY

13Solar New Year THURSDAY

14Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m. FRIDAY

15Taxes dueSpring Visitors’ Day SATURDAY

16Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.SUNDAY

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17MONDAY Early registration begins for Fall 00

18TUESDAY

19WEDNESDAY

20THURSDAY Passover

21FRIDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre, 7:00 p.m.

22SATURDAY Earth Day

23 EasterSUNDAY Cinema Arts Film, Kimball Theatre. 7:00 p.m.

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April

24MONDAY

25TUESDAY

26WEDNESDAY

27THURSDAY

28ERIDAY

29SATURDAY

30SUNDAY

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May

1MONDAY Mav Dav

2TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

5FRIDAY Cinco de Mayo

6SATURDAY

7SUNDAY Teacher Appreciation Week

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May

8MONDAY

Last day of classesWalla Walla Symphony, Cordiner, 7:30 p.m.

9TUESDAY

Reading Day10

WEDNESDAY

Final exams begin11

THURSDAY

12FRIDAY

13SATURDAY

Mother’s Day14

SUNDAY

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May

15MONDAY

16TUESDAY

17WEDNESDAY Final exams end

18THURSDAY

19FRIDAY

20SATURDAY

21SUNDAY

CommencementResidence halls close al 6:00 p.m.

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May

22MONDAY

23TUESDAY

24WEDNESDAY

25THURSDAY

26FRIDAY

27SATURDAY

28SUNDAY

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May

29MONDAY Memorial Day

30TUESDAY

31WEDNESDAY

June

1THURSDAY

2FRIDAY

3SATURDAY

4SUNDAY

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FINAL EXAMINATION SCHEDULES

The preliminary' examination schedules are listed below by examination periods. Classes are scheduled for examinations according to the first weekly meeting time of the class. An official examination schedule which includes information on rooms and proctors will be published by the Registrars Office prior to the start of the final examination period.

Fall Semester, 1999(December 13 - 17 inclusive)

Reading Day: Saturday, December 11; no examinations scheduled.

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Monday December 13

Tuesday December 14

Wednesday December 15

Thursday December 16

Friday December 17

9-11 a.m. 1 MWF1-2:20 MWF

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Spring Semester, 2000 (May 11-17 inclusive)

Reading Day: Wednesday May 10; no examinations scheduled.

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Thursday May 11

Friday May 12

Saturday May 13

Monday May 15

Tuesday May 16

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9-11 a.m. Arranged Classes

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Arranged classes: Instructors for courses meeting on an arranged basis schedule examinations for their courses during the final examination period at times not conflicting with the student’s regularly scheduled examinations.

Evening classes: The instructor arranges the final examination for any evening class in which a final examination is required.

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TENTATIVE FOUR-YEAR COURSE PLAN

Firsl-Year—1st Sent.General Studies Core

Cr. 4

First-Year—2nd Sem.General Studies Core

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Credits to reach sophomore status 27

Sophomore Year—1st Sem. Sophomore Year—2nd Sem.

Credits to reach junior status 58

Junior Year—1st Sent. Junior Year—2nd Sem.

Credits to reach senior status 90

Senior Year—1st Sem. Senior Year—2nd Sem.

Credits needed to graduate: 124

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COURSEWORK COMPLETED

FINE ARTS(Art; Art Hist.; Dance, Music, Theatre; Engl. 220 & 320)

HISTORY & UTERATORE(Hist.; Engl. Lit.; For. Lang. & Lit. [above 3061; Fren. 247; Clas. 130,140, 209, 230, 377; Educa­tion 248; Studies in World Lit. Note; Engl. 110,210, 220,310, 320, 488 not accepted)

LANGVAGE, WRITING & RHETORIC(For. Lang. 105, 106, 205, 206, 305, 306; Educ. 340; Engl. 110, 210,310,488; Ling. 110; Rheto­ric 110, 221,222,240,270,371, 372, 379, 380)

PHYS. SCIENCE & MATH PHILOSOPHY & RELIGION DESCRIPTIVE SCIENCE(Chemistry; Math; Physics) (Philosophy; Religion; Clas.

301)(Astronomy; Biology; Geology; Envir. Studies 401)

SOCIAL SCIENCE(Anthropology; Economics; Politics; Psychology; Sociology; Clas. 221)

OTHER COURSES ACTIVITY COURSES(16 credits maximum/not more than 8 in Dance or SSRA/ not more than 12 in Theatre, Rhetoric and Public Address, or Music)

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Index

Academic Advising, 23-25Academic Dishonesty and

Plagiarism, 38-39Academic Honesty, 25Academic Life, 23-28Academic Matters, inside front coverAcademic Probation, 25-26Academic Resource Center, 3Academic Warning, 26Accessibility, 6, 42Activities Calendar, 83-135Add (a course), 26Addresses and Notes, 145-130Admission Office, 3AIDS, 40Alcohol, 32, 40-42Art Galleries, 18Arts, 18-19Associated Students of Whitman

College (ASWC), 13-16ASWC Activities, 14ASWC Clubs and Organizations, 15-16ASWC Media Organizations, 15Athletics, 17Board of Review, 26Bon Appetit, 3, 34-36Buildings and Grounds Usage, 42-44Business Office, 3Career Center, 3-4Center for Community Service, 4Chorale, 19Circulars and Handbills, 44Club Sports, 17Coffee House, 19College Committees, 15Computer and Network Access

Policy, 44-46Computer Services, 4-5, 44-46Counseling Center, 5Dean of Faculty Office, 5-6Dean of Students Office, 6Dining Hall Policies, 36Disability Policy, 47Disabled Student Services, 6Disciplinary Procedure, 61-65Disorderly Conduct, 47Disruption of College Activities, 47Drama, 6, 18Drop (a course), 26-27Drugs, 47-48D Slips, 27

Explosives, 34, 48Facilities, Use of, 42, 44Failure to Comply, 48False Information, 48Films, 18Financial Aid Services, 6Financial Matters, inside front coverFirearms, 34, 48Fire Safety, 34, 48-49Food Service, 3, 34-36Forgery of Documents, 49Fraternities and Sororities,

16, 32, 58-60Glossary, Academic Terms, 25-27Greek Life, 16, 32, 58-60Harassment, 49Harper Joy Theatre, 6Health Center, 7Human Resources, 7 l.D. Cards, 36 Incompletes, 27 Instructional Multimedia Services, 7Interest Houses, 31Intramural Debate, 18Intramural Sports, 17jazz Ensembles, 18Keys, 44Language Learning Center, 7Law Enforcement Agencies, 38Living Off-Campus, 32-33Medical Leave, 49Message from the President, 2Motor Vehicles, 34, 49Multicultural and International

Student Affairs, 8Music, 18-19New Student Photos, 66-82Occupancy, 60-61Offices and Resources, 3-12Organizations and Activities, 13-22Outing Program, 8-9Parks, 20-21P-D-E 27Penrose Memorial Library, 9Personal Matters, inside front coverPets, 32, 44Physical Abuse, 49Plagiarism, 35, 49Policies and Regulations, 38-57Posting, 43Privacy and Freedom of Speech, 46Publications, 15Purpose (Mission), 37-38

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Radio Station, 15Recreation, 19-22Recycling, 33Registrar’s Office, 9Regulations for Social

Organizations, 57-60Renaissance Consort, 19Residence Hall Options, 30-31Residence Hall Policies, 31-32, 60-61Residence Life and Housing Office, 10Residence Life Staff, 29Residential Life, 29-36Resource Guide, inside front coverRights and Responsibilities of

Students, 37-65Roommates, 30Safety and Emergencies, 33-34Safety Matters, inside front coverSanctions, 65Schedule Planners, 136-144Scheduling and Events Office, 10Scheduling of Events, 10, 42-43Security Office, 10Sexual Harassment, 50-51Sexual Harassment Officers, 10Sexual Misconduct Policy, 51-57Sexual Misconduct Response

Network, 10Sheehan Gallery, 10Sherwood Center, 11Smoking, 32, 57Soliciting, 43Speakers, 44Speech and Debate Team, 17-18Statement of Responsibility, 38Statement of Rights, 37Storage Eacilities, 60-61Student Academic Advisers, 24-25Student Activities Office, 11Student Center, 11-12Study Abroad Office, 12Studying, 28Summary Dismissal, 65Symphony Orchestra, 18Theft, 57Tourist Sites, 19-22Varsity Sports, 17Violations of College

Regulations, 61-64Violations of Regulations by Student

Organizations, 64

Violations of Regulations forResidence Halls, 65

Walla Walla Community Band, 19Walla Walla Symphony, 19Walla Walla Valley Symphonic Band. 18Washington State Law, 41-42Weapons, 34, 48Weather, 22Withdraw, 27Writing Center, 12

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