About 350 degrees were conferred during Whitman's Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 19 in front of an estimated crowd of 4,000 family members, faculty, staff and guests. The event was held on the scenic South Lawn of Whitman's Memorial Building, and crowned a celebratory weekend of activities including the 50-year reunion of the Class of 1963, and the college's traditional Baccalaureate ceremony. English comedian Eric Idle, a founding member of Monty Python, served as the 2013 Commencement Speaker.
Click here to see Whitman College's video of its 2013 Commencement Ceremony.
Lillian Bailey of Mercer Island, has graduated from Whitman College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and Psychology. Bailey is the daughter of Bill and Sylvia Bailey and a 2009 graduate of Mercer Island High School.
Osta Davis of Mercer Island, has graduated from Whitman College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics. Davis is the daughter of Peter Davis and Kristiann Schoening and a 2009 graduate of The Bush School.
Jedediah Jacobson of Mercer Island, has graduated from Whitman College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Jacobson is the son of Mike and Kate Jacobson and a 2009 graduate of Mercer Island High School.
Natalie Jamerson of Mercer Island, has graduated from Whitman College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology-Environmental Studies. Jamerson is the daughter of Kristin Jamerson and a 2009 graduate of The Bush School.
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Whitman College is honored to attract students who represent the Whitman mosaic––down to earth, high achievers with diverse interests. Whitman is the premier liberal arts college that combines academic excellence with an unpretentious Northwest culture and an engaging community. An independent, non-sectarian residential college, Whitman fosters intellectual vitality, confidence and leadership in its 1,450 students. Also noted for its commitment to environmental principles, Whitman is characterized by intellect, down-to-earth sensibilities, collaboration over competition and active lifestyle.
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