Whitworth University Completes Bond Financing for a New Health Science Building

 

CONTACTS:

Margret Graham, Communications Manager Washington Higher Education Facilities Authority (206) 454-9058 - margret.graham@wshfc.org

Nancy Hines, Associate Vice President University Marketing & Communications  Whitworth University (509) 777-4638 - nhines@whitworth.edu

Spokane, Wash. – The Washington Higher Education Facilities Authority (WHEFA) has issued $19.5 million in bonds to assist Whitworth University in building a new, 38,000-square-foot health science building.

Whitworth Office of Church Engagement Invites Teens to Worship Workshop

The Whitworth Office of Church Engagement will hold a two-day Youth Worship workshop, Feb. 7-8, 2020, for high school students who are passionate about worshipping God and who would like to lead others.

Whitworth University Extends President Beck A. Taylor’s Contract

The Whitworth University Board of Trustees has extended the contract of current university president Beck A. Taylor through 2025, board chair Jason Thackston announced this week.

Whitworth Student Wins Physical Science Award at Murdock Conference

Whitworth University is pleased to announce biology major Samartha Shrestha ’20 was awarded the John Van Zytveld Award in the Physical Sciences at the 2019 Murdock College Science Research Conference held in Vancouver, Wash., on Nov. 8-9.

Whitworth University President Beck A. Taylor Launches Podcast: "Beck & Calling"

On Nov. 20, Whitworth University President Beck A. Taylor will launch the first episode of his new monthly podcast series, Beck & Calling.

Whitworth University Symphony Presents “Golden Windows & Orchestra Gems”

The acclaimed Whitworth Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Philip Baldwin, presents Golden Windows & Orchestra Gems on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox in downtown Spokane.

Whitworth University Presents the 34th Annual Christmas Festival Concerts, "Love Be Our Song”

Whitworth University’s Christmas Festival Concerts will be presented in Spokane by 120 student performers on Dec. 14 and 15 at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox.

The concerts will include members of the Whitworth Choir, the Whitworth Women’s Choir and the Whitworth Men’s Chorus, as well as student instrumentalists and narrators.

Whitworth to Honor Veterans at Two Special Ceremonies

Whitworth University deeply values the service and sacrifice made by our veterans and military families. In continued tradition, we will honor them during several ceremonies throughout the month of November.

Whitworth University Invites Film Producer David M. Bailey for Viewing and Lecture

The Whitworth University Office of Church Engagement is proud to host David M. Bailey, film producer and founder and executive director of Arrabon, Nov. 6 and 7.

Whitworth University Wind Symphony to Perform "Sea-Blue-Circuitry" at the Fox

The acclaimed Whitworth University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Richard Strauch, presents American composer Mason Bates’ exciting work for winds, Sea-Blue Circuitry, Sunday, Nov. 10, at 3 p.m. at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox.

Whitworth University to Host Poet Joshua Robbins Nov. 4

The Amy M. Ryan Endowed Professorship in the Liberal Arts presents Joshua Robbins ’01, who will read from his debut poetry collection, Praise Nothing (University of Arkansas Press, 2013), on Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. in the Hixson Union Building (HUB).

Whitworth Presents Distinguished Community Service Award to Artist Karen Mobley

Whitworth University, on behalf of its board of trustees, has presented the Distinguished Community Service Award to Spokane artist and poet Karen Mobley.

Orthodox Archbishop to Speak at Whitworth University

Whitworth University is honored to host Archbishop Benjamin of the Orthodox Church in America. He will hold a discussion on Eastern Orthodox liturgy and liturgical books on Monday, Oct. 14, from 7-8:30 p.m. in Weyerhaeuser Hall, Room 111. The event is free and open to the public.

Whitworth Musician Ryan Dresen Wins a Position with the Spokane Symphony

Whitworth University is pleased to announce that Ryan Dresen ’20, a music major on the horn performance track, has won the assistant principal horn position with the Spokane Symphony.

Whitworth Welcomes Critically Acclaimed Fiction Writer Chia-Chia Lin

Whitworth University’s English department is pleased to host celebrated author Chia-Chia Lin for a reading of her debut novel, The Unpassing, at 6 p.m. on Oct. 2 in the Seeley G. Mudd Chapel.

Provost & Executive Vice President Search

Whitworth University in Spokane, Wash., invites nominations and applications for the position of provost & executive vice president of academic affairs. Please click here for detailed information.

https://www.whitworth.edu/cms/administration/human-resource-services/provost-and-executive-vice-president-search/

Whitworth University’s Guest Artist Jazz Concert to Feature Ryan Keberle & Catharsis

The award-winning Whitworth University Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dan Keberle, will perform its 31st annual jazz concert with the world-renowned jazz group Ryan Keberle & Catharsis on Nov. 2 at 8 p.m. at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox.

Whitworth to Rededicate the Megan E. Thompson Aquatic Center

President Beck A. Taylor and Whitworth Athletics invite the community to the rededication ceremony for the newly renovated Megan E. Thompson Aquatic Center on Friday, Sept. 27, at 3 p.m.

Whitworth to Celebrate Community Building Day Throughout Spokane

On Wednesday, Sept. 18, more than 1,000 Whitworth students, faculty and staff will take part in a day of service called Community Building Day.

Whitworth Theatre will stage its fall production, "A Midsummer Night’s Dream," Oct. 11-13 at the Bing Crosby Theater in downtown Spokane, as Whitworth’s main stage inside Cowles Memorial Auditorium undergoes renovation.

Whitworth Announces New Appointment to the Edward B. Lindaman Endowed Chair

Whitworth University is proud to announce Jonathan Moo, Ph.D., associate professor of theology, has been installed as the university’s Edward B. Lindaman Endowed Chair.

Whitworth University is No. 3 in "U.S. News & World Report’s" Rankings of Best Regional Universities in the West

No. 1 in the West for Undergraduate Teaching
No. 1 in the West for Veterans

Whitworth University Presents Distinguished Leader Awards to Outstanding Community Members

Whitworth University will present Distinguished Leader Awards this fall on behalf of its board of trustees to Betsy Cowles and Stacey Cowles, members of the W.H. Cowles family who have continued its legacy of civic commitment and leadership in Spokane and the Pacific Northwest. The Cowleses will receive their awards Sept. 5, 2019, during Whitworth’s Fall Convocation.

Whitworth Set to Welcome New Students

The Whitworth University campus will be bustling with new students this weekend. It’s Move-In Day on Saturday, Aug. 31, beginning at 9 a.m.

Whitworth Welcomes Celebrated Artist and Writer Makoto Fujimura

Whitworth University is proud to host acclaimed visual artist and writer Makoto Fujimura, the director of the Culture Care Initiative at Fuller Theological Seminary, on Thursday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m.

Whitworth University Makes Forbes’ America’s Top Colleges List for 2019

Whitworth University has once again been named one of the nation's top colleges/universities by Forbes magazine. The 2019 America’s Top Colleges list features the country’s 650 institutions that deliver the “top academics, best experiences, career success and lowest debt.”

The Princeton Review Names Whitworth One of the Best Universities in the West

Whitworth University has been chosen one of the best colleges/universities in the West by The Princeton Review.

Whitworth University Named a 2019 “Best College Value” by "Kiplinger’s Personal Finance"

 —Selected for Exemplifying Affordability and Remarkable Academic Quality—

Whitworth University has been named to Kiplinger’s Personal Finance’s list of the 400 Best College Values for 2019.

Whitworth’s Women’s Leadership Network Launches in Seattle

The women of Whitworth elevate the university’s excellence in countless ways. In response, the Women’s Leadership Network (WLN) was created in 2019 to unite today’s leaders with those of tomorrow, empowering women to be catalysts of change in their businesses and communities, and to promote professional and personal growth.

Whitworth Welcomes New Associate Vice President of Human Resources

Whitworth University is proud to announce JaCenda R. Davidson, Ed.D., has been appointed associate vice president of human resources.

Whitworth Office of Church Engagement Presents the Whitworth Ministry Summit

The Whitworth Office of Church Engagement invites the community to take part in the 45th annual Whitworth Ministry Summit (formerly WIM) from June 24-27.

Whitworth University Board of Trustees Elects Two New Members

The Whitworth University Board of Trustees is honored to welcome new members Brenda Williams and Fred Stockton.

Whitworth University Alumna Receives U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship

Hannah Beard ’19, a Whitworth alumna who majored in theology, has been awarded a U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship to study Swahili in Tanzania during the summer of 2019.

Whitworth Provost & Executive Vice President Caroline Simon to Retire in 2020

Whitworth University President Beck A. Taylor has announced Whitworth Provost & Executive Vice President Caroline Simon, Ph.D., will retire from her administrative position in July 2020.

Whitworth Introduces Its First Class of Student Ambassadors

Whitworth University students have a new opportunity for service. Twelve students have been named Whitworth student ambassadors for the 2019-20 academic year.

Act Six Pioneer Tim Herron to be Awarded Honorary Doctorate at Whitworth Commencement Ceremony May 19

An honorary doctorate degree will be presented to Tim Herron, Ed.D., CEO of Degrees of Change in Tacoma, Wash., and founder of the Act Six Leadership & Scholarship Initiative, at Whitworth’s 129th undergraduate commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 19, at 3 p.m. at the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena.

Whitworth University’s First Boren Scholar to Study in Tanzania

Whitworth University is proud to announce political science major Shannon Price ’21 has been awarded the prestigious David L. Boren Scholarship. This is the first time a Whitworth student has received this scholarship.

Whitworth is proud to announce the opening of the university’s crystallography center in Robinson Science Hall.

Two Whitworth Students and One Alum Selected as Fulbright Scholarship Finalists

Whitworth University is proud to announce two Whitworth students and one alumna have been selected as Fulbright scholarship finalists.

The Whitworth Wind Symphony Presents "A Child’s Garden of Dreams" April 28

The Whitworth Wind Symphony presents its spring concert, A Child’s Garden of Dreams, on Sunday, April 28, at 3 p.m. at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox. 

National Immigration Forum Executive Director Ali Noorani Returns to Whitworth

Whitworth University’s political science department welcomes Ali Noorani, executive director of the National Immigration Forum, on Wednesday, April 17, at 7 p.m. in Weyerhaeuser Hall’s Robinson Teaching Theatre. 

Whitworth’s President’s Leadership Forum Invites "Washington Post" Associate Editor Bob Woodward to Spokane Oct. 4

WELLS FARGO IS THE TITLE SPONSOR FOR THE EVENT

Please note: New date and time

Whitworth University in partnership with The Spokesman-Review is pleased to announce Bob Woodward, associate editor of The Washington Post and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner, will be the featured speaker at the university’s President’s Leadership Forum, on Friday, Oct. 4, from 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Spokane Convention Center.

Whitworth Kicks Off Spring Construction with Athletics Leadership Center

Construction crews are busy at Whitworth University this spring. Work is in full swing on the new $13 million Athletics Leadership Center (ALC).

The Whitworth University Art Department and the university’s Bryan Oliver Gallery are proud to present the 2019 senior exhibition. An eclectic and engaging selection of works from the university’s art and graphic design majors will be on display.

Whitworth’s Bruner-Welch Professor of Theology Adam Neder to Present Lecture April 17

Bruner-Welch Professor of Theology Adam Neder, Ph.D., will present “Soren and Simone: What Two Eccentric Geniuses Can Teach Us About Living Well Today,” Wednesday, April 17, from 6-8 p.m. in the Beeksma Family Theology Center chapel sanctuary.

Whitworth University In Partnership with World Relief to Launch Friendship Center April 5

Whitworth University’s Office of Church Engagement and World Relief are pleased to announce the opening of the Friendship Center on the first floor of the World Relief office in Spokane (1522 N. Washington St.).

Whitworth Welcomes Mother Teresa’s Postulator Father Brian Kolodiejchuk

Whitworth University welcomes Father Brian Kolodiejchuk, author of Mother Teresa: Come Be My Light (The Private Writings of The Saint of Calcutta) and Jesus is My All in All: Praying with the "Saint of Calcutta” on April 2 at 7 p.m. in Weyerhaeuser Hall’s Robinson Teaching Theatre.

Whitworth University Among Peace Corps’ 2019 Top Volunteer-Producing Schools

Whitworth University has been ranked No. 15 among small schools on the Peace Corps’ list of the top volunteer-producing colleges and universities in 2019. Currently 10 Pirates are volunteering in countries around the world. 

Whitworth Forensics Team Takes First Place at National Tournament

The Whitworth University forensics team took first place at the National Christian College Forensics Association’s Invitational in Salina, Kan., March 14-16.

Arbor Day Foundation Honors Whitworth with 2018 Tree Campus USA® Recognition

Whitworth University is pleased to announce it has earned recognition as a 2018 Tree Campus USA®. The Arbor Day Foundation selected Whitworth for its commitment to effective urban forest management.

Whitworth School of Business Wins Regional CFA Competition

Five Whitworth School of Business students led the university to victory at the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute Research Challenge March 2-3 in Spokane.

The Whitworth University Office of Student Diversity, Equity & Inclusion presents the fourth annual Diversity Monologues on March 12 at 7 p.m. in Cowles Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.

Whitworth University Appoints New Dean of School of Education

Whitworth University is proud to announce Ronald Jacobson, Ph.D., has been appointed dean of the School of Education.

Eight Student Leaders Earn Act Six Leadership Scholarships to Whitworth and Gonzaga

Families, schools, and communities are celebrating in Spokane. Act Six announced today that eight emerging urban and community leaders from Spokane will receive scholarships to Whitworth University and Gonzaga University. Colleges will provide full-tuition, full-need scholarships over four years.

Whitworth’s Ethics Bowl Team Wins National Title in Maryland

Whitworth’s Ethics Bowl team, the Philosoraptors, won the National Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl, held March 2-3 at the annual meeting of the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics in Baltimore. This is the team's third national title in the past eight years.

Whitworth Establishes Office of University Events

In an effort to support and strengthen the hundreds of events organized and led by a myriad of campus groups, Whitworth has created the Office of University Events.

Whitworth Hawaiian Club Lu‘au to be held March 15

The Whitworth Hawaiian Club, Na Pu‘uwai o Hawai‘i (The Heart of Hawai‘i), will share food and culture with the community during the club’s 49th annual lu‘au on Friday, March 15.

Whitworth University Presents Gospel Explosion Feb. 22

Please join Whitworth University as it partners with churches in the community to host the 22nd annual Gospel Explosion on Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. in the Seeley G. Mudd Chapel. The event is free, and all are welcome to attend.

Whitworth Theatre Presents the Critically Acclaimed "Almost, Maine"

Whitworth Theatre will stage its spring production, Almost, Maine, on March 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m., and March 10 and 17 at 2 p.m. The performances will take place in Cowles Auditorium at Whitworth University.

Whitworth University Welcomes Acclaimed Author Austin Channing Brown

Austin Channing Brown, a leading new voice on racial justice and author of I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness, will be the featured speaker at Whitworth University for African American Heritage Month on Tuesday, Feb. 5, at 7 p.m. in Weyerhaeuser Hall’s Robinson Teaching Theatre.

Whitworth University Welcomes Glass Artist Nathan Sandberg

The Whitworth University Art Department and the university’s Bryan Oliver Gallery are proud to present the work of artist Nathan Sandberg. All are invited to the opening reception in the Bryan Oliver Gallery on Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 5-6 p.m., followed by Sandberg’s lecture from 6-7 p.m. in Lied 102. The event is free.

Whitworth President Emeritus Robert Mounce Passes Away

It is with sadness that Whitworth University announces the death of President Emeritus Robert H. Mounce, Ph.D., who served as the university’s 15th president from 1981-87. Mounce died in Anacortes, Wash., on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019.

Whitworth Introduces Women’s Leadership Network

The women of Whitworth elevate the university’s excellence in countless ways. In response, Whitworth has created the Whitworth Women’s Leadership Network (WLN) to unite today’s leaders with those of tomorrow, empower women to be catalysts of change in their businesses and communities, and promote professional and personal growth.

Whitworth Named a Military Friendly® School

Whitworth University has earned the 2019-20 Military Friendly® School designation by Viqtory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs®, STEM Jobs SM and Military Spouse. This is the third consecutive year Whitworth has received this distinction.

"U.S. News & World Report" Ranks Whitworth’s Online Graduate Education Program One of the Best in the Nation

Whitworth University has been selected by U.S. News & World Report as having one of the top online graduate education programs in the country.

Whitworth to Host the Black History 101 Mobile Museum in Honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Whitworth University will host the Black History 101 Mobile Museum on Tuesday, Jan. 15.