Our Whitman, My Story
Year: 2023
Award Level: Gold
Award Winner(s): Whitman College
Award: Circle of Excellence
Category: Communications | Podcasts (Occasional)
From the Nominator
The podcast "Our Whitman, My Story" is an avenue through which Whitman College students tell their stories about their unique experiences in choosing Whitman, being part of the Whitman community, and what they love most. You’ll meet a diverse range of storytellers, from first-year students to international scholars to nontraditional students. “Our Whitman, My Story” is a collaboration between the Whitman College Office of Communication and John Moe, groundbreaking podcaster, writer, and Whitman alum (Class of 1990).
From the Judges
The judges appreciated this universally-appealing podcast from Whitman. The first-person narration, focus on nontraditional students, and solid storytelling set it apart from many of the other entries in this category.