What Can Whittier College Help You With?
“It’s a small campus — what can Whittier even offer?”
Greetings, incoming Poets! As you start your first year at Whittier College, it can be difficult to familiarize yourself with the many locations on campus. While we’re known as a small liberal arts college, don’t be fooled — you’d be surprised to see how many resources Whittier has to offer. Below are a list of a few, but essential, locations that Poets should familiarize themselves with:
Located on the second floor of the Campus Center, the Campus Inn — or CI — serves as the College’s cafeteria, offering a variety of meals for the entire campus. Meal options vary depending on the time of day, and food is served buffet style with self-service lines available. The CI is open Monday through Sunday, Breakfast is served every day from 7- 8:30 a.m., lunch from 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., and dinner is served from 4- 6 p.m. The CI accepts meal plans, Flex Dollars, vouchers, credit cards, and cash.
Poet Pantry
Hosted by the Community, Affinity, Resilience, Empowerment (CARE) Program, the pantry provides food as well as personal hygiene products for students free of charge. Students are required to fill out a Poet Pantry Intake form prior to entering. The Poet Pantry can be found on the first floor of the Campus Center in between the Dean of Students and the Quaker Campus Office. Hours of Operation are Wednesday & Thursday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Campus Bookstore
Not only does the Bookstore offer textbooks and school supplies, but it also has Poet merch, snacks, toiletries, and affordable accessories for all students. Products can also be purchased through their website. The Bookstore can be found on the first floor of the Campus Center under the Ettinger Lounge. Hours of Operation are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m-1 p.m.
Ettinger Student Lounge
Located on the second floor of the Campus Center is the Student Lounge where you can relax, eat, and study. It is open to all students 24 hours a day. Next to the lounge is The Spot, which offers a variety of snacks, drinks, and quick meals. Hours of Operation are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. The Spot accepts meal plans, Flex Dollars, credit cards, and cash. Please note: The Spot will be closed for the summer until Aug. 26.
Wardman Library
Facing the North Lawn stands the Wardman Library — a place for students to study and gain access to books, printers, computers, and other resources. The Library’s Hours of Operation are Monday through Thursday 8 a.m.-11p.m., Friday 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., and Sunday 2 p.m. -11 p.m. The Library is closed on Saturday. Students must bring their ID cards in order to enter the building.
Center for Advising and Academic Success (CAAS)
Right below the Library is CAAS. Like the name suggests, it is a place that provides academic support and programs, along with a study and resting area where students can stay throughout the day. Hours of Operation are Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m.- 10 p.m., Fridays 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Located north on Philadelphia St., in a small brick house next to Stauffer Residence Hall is the Health & Wellness Center. Staffed with professional healthcare providers, they offer health services for students which can range from affordable prices to even being free of charge. Services offered include diagnostic screenings, general physical exams, and routine immunizations. The Health Center is open Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m,Fridays 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
As mentioned, these are just a few of the many locations on campus that are available for students. You can find out about more locations as well as useful information by visiting the Whittier College website. Happy exploring!
Photo Courtesy of Jonathan Bermudez
