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Become CONNECTED
BECOME CONNECTED
We are Pirates! At Whitworth you’ll find a confident yet unpretentious community. Student life and residence hall activities get you involved, inspire you to lead, and help you grow. You’ll connect deeply with classmates and professors who care about you and your future. Whitworth brings open minds and hearts together, and provides the foundation for lifelong learning. We encourage in-depth discussion and exploration, and we support you as you discover who you’re meant to be.
THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING. COMMUNITY
Make lifelong friends in one of our 10 residence halls or 21 theme houses.
DINE WITH A MIND
Take professors to coffee or lunch on us. They love it!
ATHLETICS
The Pirates compete in 21 NCAA Division III sports and have had the best overall record in the Northwest Conference for 11 years in a row.
INTRAMURALS FOR ALL
Whether for fun or for the coveted champion T-shirt, more than half of our students participate in intramural sports.
THE ARTS
Got a heart for the arts? Students of all majors participate in more than 20 instrumental and vocal ensembles, and multiple theatre events and art exhibits.
whitworth.edu/studentlife
BECOME CONNECTED
“I have been able to thrive here with the support of everyone around me. My professors have become my mentors and elders that I can talk to when I need advice, and the friends that I have made have become my second family – I can call Whitworth home.” MISIKIR WONDAFERAHU ADNEW ’19 HEALTH SCIENCE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH DOUBLE MAJOR
Become PREPARED
BECOME PREPARED
At Whitworth you’ll learn how to think, as well as what you need to know. We’ll challenge you to ask tough questions and search fearlessly for answers. You’ll be guided by first-rate Christian professors who not only love to teach, but also to talk with you about life over a cup of coffee. And you’ll put your classroom knowledge into action through internships, research and service projects. At Whitworth you’ll become prepared to succeed, serve and lead in a career – and in life.
CHOOSE WHAT MATTERS. CUSTOMIZABLE MAJORS
Choose from more than 100 majors and programs, or design your own major based on your academic interests and career goals.
INTERNSHIPS
Gain on-the-job experience (and professional contacts) through internships. Our career services staff will connect you with a multitude of opportunities locally, nationally and abroad.
RESEARCH
Experience hands-on learning in small lab classes led by Ph.D.-level professors and through collaborative faculty-student research outside of class.
SERVE TO LEARN
Every academic department offers servicelearning opportunities, and 98 percent of our students volunteer in the community.
whitworth.edu/majors
BECOME PREPARED
“Through Whitworth’s music program, I’ve performed in Seattle, Chicago, New York City and Thailand. I get to work and study one-on-one with my professors in a state-of-the-art facility. I’ve been able to spend time and play with jazz legends Arturo Sandoval, Branford Marsalis, and my musical hero, Pat Metheny, among others.” DENIN KOCH ’18 MUSIC – JAZZ PERFORMANCE MAJOR
Become A GLOBAL CITIZEN
BECOME A GLOBAL CITIZEN
Whitworth is a different kind of Christian university. We live, learn and love across our differences, and we discuss difficult issues – with courage and compassion – to find our commonality in God’s reconciling love. At Whitworth you’ll become a global citizen through abundant study-abroad opportunities, intercultural programs and events on campus, and engagement with Whitworthians from around the world.
BROADEN YOUR PERSPECTIVE. COURAGEOUS CONVERSATIONS, workshops and programs explore challenging social issues through constructive dialogue.
BUCS BRIDGE and the TRAILBLAZER PROJECT support first-generation students and
students from underrepresented racial and ethnic populations.
CULTURAL-DIVERSITY ADVOCATES serve as student leaders in every residence hall.
ASWU CHARTERED CLUBS include Asian-
American Student Association, Black Student Union, HOLA (Heritage of Latino Americans), Hawaiian Club, Pirate Pride and more.
THE INTERCULTURAL STUDENT CENTER is a
second home, often with tasty treats and always with someone to talk to.
PACK YOUR BAGS!
Choose from study programs in 65 countries. Whitworth faculty lead more than 30 programs over Jan Term, May Term or a full semester. Or study independently at one of our 150 partner universities.
whitworth.edu/studentdiversity
Left: Rose McKeirnan ’17 traveled to Tibet when she studied abroad for a semester in China.
BECOME A GLOBAL CITIZEN
“In my time at Whitworth, I have been able to relate with people who I thought I had nothing in common with. I have learned compassion, empathy and the art of conversation in ways I never dreamed. As a result, I have made many friends from diverse backgrounds. Their lives and testimonies have provided insight into cultures far different from my own upbringing.” EUGENE BELL ’18 BIOLOGY MAJOR
Become A TRUTH SEEKER
BECOME A TRUTH SEEKER
Whitworth is a community rooted in the grace and truth of Christ. This doesn’t mean you’ll be asked to sign a faith statement. Or be told what to believe. It does mean you’ll be encouraged to seek the truth. To learn and listen with an open mind. To think hard about what you believe and why you believe it. And to connect your faith or worldview commitments to important decisions and lead an integrated life.
WHERE FAITH BECOMES PERSONAL. COMMUNITY WORSHIP is twice each week
(attendance is optional, but arrive early to get a seat!). Our weekly student-led worship services are a popular evening study break.
ASWU CHARTERED CLUBS include Catholic
Fellowship, En Christo ministry to the homeless in Spokane, Exceptional Praise Gospel Choir, Jubilation Dance Ministry and more.
YOUNG LIFE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM serves hundreds of high school, middle school and special-needs youth.
CAMPUS MINISTRY COORDINATORS serve as student-leaders in each residence hall.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION MINISTRIES explore ways to love and glorify all of God’s creation.
whitworth.edu/spirituallife
BECOME A TRUTH SEEKER
“My experience at Whitworth has been life-changing in every way possible. I feel my path to Christ would have taken longer without Whitworth, where I have been challenged to deepen my faith and volunteer my time to helping others. The opportunities at Whitworth have been influential, and I wouldn’t trade my experience for anything else.” MEGAN ESCOBAR ’18 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE & ACCOUNTING DOUBLE MAJOR
Become who you’re meant to be.