Whitworth University is leading Washington higher education with multiple No. 1 rankings in the latest 2027 Niche rankings. Earning top honors as the state's No. 1 Christian College, No. 1 Safest College Campus, and the No. 1 overall university in Spokane, Whitworth continues to distinguish itself as the destination of choice for students seeking excellence, community and opportunity.
Hugh W. Johnston Professor of Chemistry Kraig Wheeler, Ph.D., has received a prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to conduct research in Norway during the 2026-27 academic year.
Whitworth University invites the community to attend Fall Convocation on Thursday, Sept. 10. Provost & Executive Vice President John Pell will welcome guests to Cowles Auditorium at 11 a.m.
Whitworth is proud to welcome the Class of 2030, new transfer students and returning students to a campus enhanced by new academic initiatives, strengthened opportunities for engagement, and a renewed focus on community and belonging. As students begin the academic year, they will encounter an environment intentionally designed to inspire discovery, foster meaningful connections, and support their development as scholars and servant leaders.
