Weyerhaeuser remodel and relocation of the Dornsife Center and the Trading Room
By Jenna Bunescu | Staff Writer Construction in Weyerhauser Hall at Whitworth University, Spokane, Wash. Nov. 15, 2023. | Ben ...
Hiring policy updated to include “sexual orientation” as a protected class
By Emma Maple | Editor in chief Signal Safe Space chalk, Thursday, Apr. 13, 2023, in Spokane, Wash. | Caleb ...
Is the 2023 job market ready for Whitworth seniors?
By Emma Maple | Editor-in-chief Whitworth seniors, graduating in spring of 2023, may face a harder time securing a job ...
Students for Life chalk messages draw mixed reactions
By Emma Maple | Editor-in-Chief Photo provided with permission by Sarah Quinn. On Monday, April 17, the Students for Life ...
Letter to the Editor: Choosing love for the Whitworth community
By: Aaron Bratt Disclaimer: Letter to the Editor does not represent the viewpoints of The Whitworthian, members of the editorial ...
The Preview of Whitworth’s 2023 Commencement
Staff Writer | Britney Botez Editor’s Note: For transparency purposes, Dr. Erica Salkin is The Whitworthian’s adviser. With the 2023 ...
Whitworth tennis clinics developing youth both as athletes and people
Contributing writer | Alison Ball Whitworth players Hannah Plank and Aleah Kert high-five their opponents at the tennis match against ...
New in town: City Line
By Brandt Hodgson | Contributor Big changes are coming to downtown Spokane during the summer of 2023. Spokane Transit Authority ...
Engage in art with “UNTITLED: X”
By Hui Yi Soh | Contributing Writer Art exhibit "UNTITLED: X" opens in the Lied Art Center at Whitworth University, ...
Campus plastered with QR codes, chalk and pride flags
By Grace Uppendahl | Opinions Editor By Emma Maple | Editor-in-chief Posters and chalk are laid out on the ground ...
Whitworth Library receives text-to-audio scanner
By Britney Botez | Staff Writer A new text-to-audio scanner located on the first floor of the library at Whitworth ...
“Scream VI” leaves audiences snoozing instead of screaming
By Britney Botez | Staff Writer “Scream VI” features a star-studded cast, with Jenna Ortega as Tara Carpenter. Joining her as ...
“Respond in a way that doesn’t perpetuate further harm”
By Emma Maple | Editor-in-chief During spring break at Whitworth University, an email petition was circulated asking the Board of ...
Theories on the origins of the “Little Three”
By Candice Stilwell | Staff Writer Everyone who visits campus in some capacity hears of the "Little Three". During campus ...
STEM research funding secured for the 2023-2024 school year
By Hannah Rainford | Staff Writer Robinson Science Hall, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, in Spokane, Wash. | Caleb Flegel/The Whitworthian ...
Whitworth hosts Eighth Annual Diversity Monologues on belonging
By Isaac Price | Staff Writer Diversity Monologues workshop with Artist-in-Residence, Natasha Miller, at at Whitworth University in Spokane, Wash, ...
Whitworth Intramurals are ending, what comes after?
Contributing Writer | Hui Yi Soh Connor Weldy poses on a cliff during a Whitworth outdoor recreation backpacking trip at ...
Ramadan revealed
What kind of support is provided to Muslim students during the month of Ramadan? By Candice Stilwell | Staff Writer ...
Act Six cadre organizes mental health activity for Whitworth students
By Candice Stilwell | Staff Writer On April 19, the Act Six cadre at Whitworth University organized a mental health ...
Is Whitworth promoting diverse dialogue?
By Sarah Dahl | Contributing Writer Forrest Buckner preaches about the book of Ecclesiastes during Whitworth's chapel. Spokane, Wash. | ...
Title IX support group hosts guest speaker for awareness and prevention luncheon
By Caleb McGever | Staff Writer Health resources poster in Boppell Hall, Friday, Mar. 24, 2023, in Spokane, Wash. | ...
Fulbright Scholar Annika Bjornson gears up for year in Taiwan
By Candice Stilwell | Staff Writer Annika Bjornson's senior photos, taken May 2022 at Whitworth University, Spokane, Wash. | Ben ...
Volume 113, Issue 6: April 2023
Featuring: "Board of Trustees Leaves, No Vote Taken on Hiring Policy" by Grace Uppendahl "2023 First-Year Student Enrollment Projections" by ...
Dr. Jonathan Moo lectures on creation care and Whitworth’s mission within it
By Caleb McGever | Staff Writer Jonathan Moo, professor of theology, gave a lecture on Wednesday night, April 26, about ...
“Intersex and Faith” Lecture Shares Important Testimonies
By: Caleb McGever Dr. Megan DeFranza, Anunnaki Ray Marquez and Sarah Beck visited Whitworth University on March 15 and 16 ...
Whitworth’s music department is giving back while growing
By Hannah Rainford | Staff Writer Dr. Joshua Chism stands for a photo in the Storm Choral Rehearsal Room at ...
What do international students do over academic breaks?
By Katie jo van den Bogaert | Staff Writer Miniature flags on the front desk inside the ISC building at ...
“She Said” is a portrait of womanhood and those who’ve defended it
By Hannah Rainford | Staff Writer Official Movie poster for "She Said". Universal Pictures. 2022. Poignant yet subdued, the 2022 ...
Whitworth Ice Cream Club founder wants to bring students together
By Caleb McGever | Staff Writer This semester, Whitworth has a new club on campus—the Ice Cream Club. President Meg ...
She Believed… She Could… So She Did
By Candice Stilwell | Staff Writer On March 18, 80 women gathered from 9am-3pm to attend the First Women of ...
Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers visits Whitworth
By Emma Maple | Editor-in-Chief On March 16, 2023, Cathy McMorris Rodgers visited Whitworth University to meet with Whitworth President ...
Performance by Whitworth Choir and Symphony Orchestra explores faith and gender
By Charis Tiamson | Staff Writer The Whitworth Choir and Symphony Orchestra perform at the First Presbyterian Church of Spokane ...
Bringing accessibility to the arts
By Hannah Rainford | Staff Writer “As for the genre of opera, I think it can be fascinating to anyone ...
Timeline of Petitions Surrounding Whitworth’s Hiring Policy
By Grace Uppendahl | Opinions Editor Editor's note: Some Whitworthian editors and staff writers have become actively involved in efforts ...
Embodied: Reversing unhealthy narratives about body image
By Caleb McGever | Staff Writer Whitworth students Kendra Guttridge and Emma Moore are promoting conversations about maintaining healthy relationships ...
Vol. 113, Issue 5: March 2023
Featuring: "This Maple is Turning Over a New Leaf" By Emma Maple "Behind the Scenes: Leadership lessons from Jason Chapman" ...
Champion Irish debaters face Whitworth’s Arguing Bucs
By Isaac Price | Staff Writer Three champion Irish debaters faced three Whitworth senior debaters in Weyerhaeuser 111 on Tuesday, ...
Whitworth’s new DEI Vice President seeks student input to guide future work
By Samantha Holm | Arts & Culture Editor Portraits of Joshue Orozco in the loop at Whitworth University in Spokane, ...
Whitworth Theatre presents the heroic, yet tragic tale of Joan of Arc
By Caleb McGever | Staff Writer The cast St. Joan during dress rehearsal at Cowles Auditorium, Whitworth University, Monday, March ...
A Recap of One Pine Day
By Ruby Brady | Staff Writer One Pine Day is a crowdfunding initiative started by Whitworth University to help finance ...
Whitworth student provides insight on the benefits of owning an emotional support animal
By Ruby Brady | Staff Writer Kailey Gumke's service dog Moose sits near her in class in Dixon Hall at ...
“The Voice” Season One Winner Javier Colon visits Whitworth to celebrate Black History Month
By Candice Stilwell | Staff Writer On Feb. 16, Whitworth University hosted a Javier Colon concert, singer-songwriter and winner of ...
Jason Chapman, Assistant Dean of Student Life Programs, to leave Whitworth after 5 years
By Chris Byrd | News Writer Jason Chapman, assistant dean of students and director of student life programs stands outside ...
Artist Iva Haas memorializes her past in new exhibit “Sand and Space”
By Hannah Foster | Staff Writer Battle of Poetry Sand and Space Art Exhibit at Whitworth University in Spokane Wash ...
Turning Point USA chapters at Whitworth, building conservative community
By Isaac Price, Staff Writer ASWU student meeting filled with multiple student leaders and TPUSA members in the ASWU Chambers, ...
Women’s basketball beat Walla Walla in close season opener
By Mariia Yazepova | Staff Writer Whitworth Women’s basketball team closed out the visiting Walla Walla Wolves in a closely-contested ...
Pirate Mania celebrated fall and winter athletes
By Carmel Ludeman | Staff Writer Patches the University Mascot at Piratemainia which took place at the Field house in ...
MAVRC Remodeled Using Local Heroes Grant of $15,000 from Gesa Credit Union
By Candice Stilwell | News Staff Writer The MAVRC for Military & Veterans Resource Center finally opens on Thursday, April ...
The Tacoma trip yielded one win and one loss for women’s basketball
By Mariia Yazepova | Staff Writer After coming off two straight losses, the Whitworth women’s basketball team traveled to Tacoma ...
Vol. 113, Issue 2: October 2022
Featuring: "Welcome back: how to navigate change, controversy and our own wellbeing" by the Editorial Board "Low Enrollment: It isn't ...
Vol. 113, Issue 4: December 2022
Featuring: "One Last Thank You From the Editor-in-Chief" by Kyle Evers "2022 Midterm Election Brings Light to Civic Duty" by ...
Senior Night was successful with Whitworth collecting two home wins
By Mariia Yazepova | Staff Writer Whitworth women’s volleyball hosted two matches on Oct. 28 and 29. The first one ...
Whitworth Men’s Basketball beat Cal Lutheran thanks to dominant showing in first half
By: Janeth Beltrán Apodaca | Staff Writer Whitworth men’s basketball dominated the scoreboard in the first half with a 46-point ...
Whitworth Pirates played their final football game of the season
By Carmel Ludeman, Staff Writer Members of the Whitworth football team run onto the field before an NCAA football game ...
“Nowell, Sing We”: Whitworth’s Annual Christmas Festival Concert
By Ruby Brady | Staff Writer Whitworth Choir practices in the Cowles Music Center at Whitworth University. Dec 6, 2022, ...
Jazzing it up with the Roaring 20s
By Janeth Beltrán Apodaca | Staff Writer Students Corbin Meyering (Left) and Erin Bell (Right) dance the night away at ...
Recorder Ensemble to go Christmas caroling
By Abby Wooster | Staff Writer With the 2022 fall semester coming to an end and the Christmas season approaching, ...
The Pirates made a statement in rivalry game against Whitman
By Mariia Yazepova | Staff Writer #20 Emma Foulk dribbles around Whitman midfielder #8 Molly Beaulieu during a NCAA women's ...
Universal’s Mai Tai: Warm, Beachy, Sweet, Masks Reality
OI Parker was light-handed in serving up his newest rom-com, going down smoothly but lacking that bittersweet punch we craved ...
Whitworth Men’s Basketball ready start new season
By: Janeth Beltrán Apodaca | Staff Writer The time for the men's Basketball 2022-2023 season is here, with mostly fresh ...
Joanna Hyatt addresses the Student for Life club
By Isaac Price, Staff Writer On Monday Nov 14, the Students for Life club hosted Joanna Hyatt, speaker and Director ...
Diversity in Artistry
By Charis Tiamson | Staff Writer Whitworth University houses nearly 2300 students, providing an avenue for students to grow in ...
Campus security changes lock schedule in various buildings across campus, Whitworth IDs now required to scan in
By Isaac Price | News Staff Writer Last month, Whitworth changed the lock schedule for various buildings across campus, andsom ...
A Love Story with a Thrill: “Where the Crawdads Sing” Review
By D'Asia Grain | Staff Writer If I'm going to be honest, I have a bad habit of watching clips ...
Nine-time Grammy nominee Tierney Sutton gives performance with Whitworth orchestra and jazz ensemble
By Hannah Rainford | Staff Writer Tierney Sutton during the Song of the Lark with Whitworth Jazz Ensemble and Symphony ...
The deal with BeReal: A new social media craze
By D'Asia Grain | Staff Writer Students Madisynn Tofte and Camille Tremblay snap a BeReal photo on a trip to ...
Student Employment Process Disadvantages International Students
By: Candice Stilwell It is no secret that college is an expensive endeavor for most college students. Especially at a ...
Masquerade marks big milestone for the Swing and Ballroom Dance Club
By Abby Wooster | Staff Writer Students attend the Swing and Ballroom Dance Club's Masquerade at Whitworth University, Spokane Wash ...
Artist Cooperative Festival showcases students’ diverse talents
By Ruby Brady | Staff Writer On Nov. 12, various art clubs demonstrated their talents in the Artist Cooperative Festival ...
Walking in a Winter Carnival Wonderland
By D'Asia Grain | Staff Writer For the past six years, the Whitworth University Recreation Center has hosted the Winter ...
Crafting the Stress Away
By Britney Botez | Staff Writer Craft and Relax Night at Whitworth University in Spokane Wash., Monday, Nov. 17, 2022 ...
“It’s me, hi, I’m the problem it’s me”
Taylor Swift's album "Midnights" breaks records and Ticketmaster. By Ruby Brady | Staff Writer Taylor Swift’s new album, “Midnights,” has ...
Diwali: A Celebration of Light and Victory
By Charis Tiamson | Staff Writer Attendees enjoy food and conversation at the Diwali celebration at Whitworth University, Friday, Nov ...
The Pirates came short in their homecoming game
By: Janeth Beltrán Apodaca | Staff Writer Whitworth University's homecoming weekend had many students and alumni on campus for the ...
Systemic Failures in Stewart
By: Emerald Maple Stewart hall at Whitworth University in Spokane, Wash., Thursday, Sept. 30, 2022. | Photo by Juan Rodriguez, ...
Meet the two ASWU senators elected in the fall for the 2022-23 school year
By Isaac Price, Staff Writer Two new senators were elected this fall: Niraj Pandey, a second-year majoring in psychology, was ...
Whitworth commemorates Veterans Day
By Abby Wooster | Staff Writer On Friday, Nov. 11, students, staff and community members gathered around the Veterans Memorial, ...
Seasonal Depression: What you need to know
By: Grace Berryhill TW: Depression, Self-Harm, Suicide Pictures of the Whitworth Counseling Center at Whitworth University in Spokane Wash., Monday, ...
Title IX Student Group spreads awareness
By Madalyn Bookout, Staff Writer Title IX Graphic Created by Ben Gallaway/The Whitworthian Last year, students established the Title IX ...
How Flora Distinguished Journalist Taylor Maggiacomo fused her passions and made her mark in the journalism industry
By Samantha Holm | Arts & Culture Editor Taylor Maggiacomo talks to Whitworth University students in the Crows Nest, Tuesday, ...
Summer 2022 Fellows share their stories with prospective 2023 interns
By Abby Wooster | Staff Writer Photo Provided by Gracey Jo Gonzalez As the Dec. 4 application deadline for the ...
Student musicians represent African American artists in “Black Composers: Series II” Recital
By Britney Botez | Staff Writer Students performing compositions from Black composers in Cowels Music Center, Myhre Recital Hall, at ...
Pirates dominate the field against Linfield after losing to Willamette
By: Janeth Beltrán Apodaca | Staff Writer This past weekend, the Whitworth men's soccer team started with a loss but ...
Meet the 2022-23 incoming student representatives
By Isaac Price, Staff Writer Each fall, two incoming students are elected as representatives for the first-year class: students straight ...
Student identities reflected in new choir names
By Abby Wooster | Staff Writer Dr. Xiaosha Lin Poses for a headshot in the Storm Choral Rehearsal Room at ...
A Bewitching Week of Whitworthian Halloween Festivities
By Hannah Rainford | Staff Writer As Halloweekend approached, Whitworth held several events to reel in the spooky season. Included ...
Disabilities Defined: Discovering How RAs are Prepared to Work with a Diverse Population of Residents
By: Candice Stilwell Disability signs at Whitworth University in Spokane, Wash., Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022 | Photo by Juan Rodriguez, ...
Fall elections use a new voting system to fill the ASWU team
By Isaac Price, Staff Writer Walking into the Hixson Union Building (HUB) on the afternoon of Friday, Sept. 30, students ...
Responses to October Print
"Why is this story important?" Nara Shin, ‘23, responds to “Take Two: Whitworth’s Search for a DEI Vice President”: “As ...
“The Sound of Music” illuminates Cowles Auditorium with heartfelt songs and lessons
By Charis Tiamson | Staff Writer "An evening filled with one wonderful tune and song after another." This is how ...
Whitworth Nutrition Center opens in the HUB to target food insecurity
By Madalyn Bookout | Staff News Writer Whitworth Nutrition Center at Whitworth University on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022, in Spokane, ...
The Pirates record one win and one tie in their first home conference weekend
By Filip Timotija | Sports Editor A narrow miss by Pirate goalkeeper Andrew Wolotira | Brandt Hodgeson/ The Whitworthian Whitworth ...
Whitworth University gets a closer glimpse of Chinese history through the Chairman’s China Exhibit
By Charis Tiamson | Staff Writer Whitworth University’s Harriet Cheney Cowles Memorial Library is currently housing an exhibit of rare ...
Nerve-wracking ups and downs of the women’s soccer against Willamette and Lewis & Clark 
By Mariia Yazepova | Staff Writer Camryn Gardner fighting for the ball. The Whitworth women’s soccer team won against Willamette ...
Cultural appreciation, not appropriation
By Samantha Holm | Arts & Culture Editor From the left: Edwige Rasimuka and Biridiana Diaz Ceballos celebrating at the ...
A team with “special forces” wins Military Appreciation Game
By Janeth Beltrán Apodaca | Staff Writer Command Sergeant Major Daniel Stauffer (right) speaks in front of Phil Labrie (left) ...
Why the death of Queen Elizabeth II went viral
By Britney Botez | Staff Writer Queen Elizabeth II was the United Kingdom’s longest-reigning sovereign ruler; her passing came after ...
New feminine hygiene products for free across campus as a result of WA State House Bill 1273
By Abigail Wooster | Staff News Writer Feminine Hygiene boxes as pictured above have been made available in bathrooms across ...
BREAKING: Research uncovers old documents showing Whitworth sold land with an exclusionary, racist “racial covenant”
By Annaclare Splettstoeszer | News Editor 1943 Spokane, County Township Map | Spokane County Commissioner On October 6, Whitworth University ...
Community Building Day: The Students who make it happen
Photo Story by: Mario Gonzalez & Timara Doyle ...
Meet Joshua Chism: A Fresh Face at Whitworth University
By Grace Berryhill | Staff Writer Director of the Ponderosa Tenor Bass Choir Dr. Joshua Chism poses for a picture ...
Constitution Day Lecture: Addressing Polarized Issues
By Emma Maple | Editor-in-Chief Event poster was provided by Kim Dawson. Students trickled into the HUB ABC Room around ...
Exploring peripheral space with Krista Brand
By Grace Berryhill | Staff Writer Krista Brand's art gallery in Lied Art Building at Whitworth University, Wednesday, Sept. 21, ...
Whitworth Symphony Orchestra to perform with original lead singer and drummer of “Rare Earth,” Peter Rivera
By Ruby Brady | Staff Writer Peter Rivera performs a piece at a rehearsal before Friday's concert with the Whitworth ...
Admiral James Stavridis visits Spokane to serve as the 2022 President’s Leadership Forum Speaker
By Samantha Holm | Arts & Culture Editor Scott McQuilkin the current president of Whitworth University Navy Admiral James Starvridis ...
“Thor: Love and Thunder” is a wholesome addition to the MCU
By Ruby Brady | Staff Writer A Thor: Love and Thunder poster outside Village Center Cinemas, Friday, Sep. 16, 2022, ...
Meet the new 2022-2023 ASWU Vice President, Christian Aguilar
By Isaac Price | Staff Writer Christian Aguilar, ’24, is a current sophomore majoring in political science. He served last ...
Meet the new 2022-2023 ASWU President, Georgia Goff
By Isaac Price | Staff Writer President-elect Georgia Goff ’24 is a current sophomore majoring in secondary education and history ...