Whitman College Executive and Leadership Team

Grant Didway, the Student Representative - President's Budget Advisory Committee at Whitman College, provides crucial student perspective on financial planning and resource allocation. This role involves actively participating in committee discussions, articulating student needs and priorities to college leadership, and advocating for budgetary decisions that align with the student experience. Grant Didway's contributions ensure that financial strategies consider the impact on student life, academic programs, and campus services. The Student Representative's engagement is vital for fostering transparency and collaboration in the college's fiscal management. By representing the student body, Didway helps shape policies that support the college's commitment to providing a top-tier liberal arts education in a supportive environment. This position is key to bridging communication between students and the administration regarding financial matters.

Christopher Perdue, the Board Member, President's Advisory Board at Whitman College, offers strategic guidance and external perspective to institutional leadership. This position involves contributing to high-level discussions on college development, market positioning, and long-term objectives. Perdue's insights help shape the college's strategic direction, ensuring alignment with its mission of fostering scholarship, creativity, character, and responsibility. The Board Member's role is to provide objective counsel, leveraging experience to address complex challenges and identify new opportunities for growth and innovation. By participating in the President's Advisory Board, Christopher Perdue supports the college's aim to become informed global citizens through a close-knit community and accessible faculty. This advisory capacity is essential for Whitman College's continued success and its commitment to academic excellence.

Matthew Ames, the Member, President's Advisory Board at Whitman College, contributes valuable external expertise to the institution's strategic planning and governance. This role entails active participation in board meetings, offering informed perspectives on academic initiatives, operational efficiency, and institutional advancement. Ames's input supports the college's dedication to fostering scholarship, creativity, character, and responsibility among its students. The Member's function is to provide objective advice, helping to navigate the evolving landscape of higher education and identify pathways for sustained excellence. By serving on the President's Advisory Board, Matthew Ames reinforces Whitman College's commitment to providing a top-tier liberal arts education and preparing students for impactful futures. This advisory contribution is vital for the college's ongoing development and its mission.

Sarah Ozar, the President at Whitman College, directs the overall strategic vision and operational leadership of the institution. This paramount role involves setting the academic and administrative agenda, fostering a culture of excellence, and ensuring the college effectively fulfills its mission of cultivating scholarship, creativity, character, and responsibility. President Ozar oversees all major college functions, including academic affairs, student life, and external relations, working closely with faculty, staff, and the Board to advance institutional goals. By championing innovation and student success, Sarah Ozar drives Whitman College's commitment to preparing informed global citizens through a supportive community and accessible faculty. This leadership position is critical for maintaining the college's national recognition and its dedication to providing a premier liberal arts education.

Dan Terrio, the Chief Information Officer at Whitman College, directs all information technology operations and strategic planning. Overseeing the college's digital infrastructure, Terrio ensures robust cybersecurity measures and efficient data management systems are in place to support academic and administrative functions. This leadership role involves architecting scalable technology solutions that enhance the learning environment and streamline campus operations. By managing the integration of new technologies, Dan Terrio directly contributes to the college's mission of fostering scholarship and creativity. The Chief Information Officer's responsibilities extend to leading the IT department, guiding its staff, and ensuring the seamless delivery of technology services across the Walla Walla campus. This strategic oversight is critical for maintaining Whitman College's competitive edge in higher education.