What compromises an individualized major? In consultation with faculty mentors, most WSP students develop an individualized major. They do so as part of a carefully scaffolded educational planning process which …
Category: Scholars Spotlight
2021 WSP Spring Symposia
2021 Spring Symposia Each year, graduating seniors in the Whittier Scholars Program (WSP) present their year-long independent projects in an evening symposia series that is open to the public. These annual …
Whittier Scholars Program At-A-Glance
Whittier Scholars Program At-A-Glance Description The Whittier Scholars Program offers students the opportunity to pursue a self-designed education at Whittier College. The Program embodies Whittier College’s mission and values …
Our Curriculum: Courses, Purpose, Process
Whittier Scholars Program Curriculum The Whittier Scholars Program offers students the opportunity to pursue a self-designed education at Whittier College. The Program embodies Whittier College’s mission and values through an …
When should plan my Off-Campus Experience?
Is WSP for you?
Is the Whittier Scholars Program for you? This is a very brief overview of how the program works. For answers to additional specific questions, visit our FAQ page. To learn …
Josh Morales Senior Symposium
Senior Symposium All Whittier Scholars seniors give a public presentation of their capstone projects. These annual symposia feature an incredible array of student work, from neurobiological research, to business proposals, …
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions How do I know the Whittier Scholars Program (WSP, or “Scholars”) is right for me? You are guided through a process of discovery in steps. First, meet …
Self-Designed Majors
Recent Majors created by Whittier Scholars graduates Students in the Whittier Scholars Program can design individualized majors and minors, as well as pursue any existing major at the College. Below …
Your Educational Design Meeting
The Educational Design Process How does the individualized design process begin? The Educational Design process lies at the heart of the Whittier Scholars Program. Each year, Whittier Scholars students participate …
