WALLA WALLA, Wash. - Beginning on Monday, Aug. 7, Whitman Athletics will join the NCAA in celebrating the 50th anniversary of NCAA Division III Athletics which was established in 1973.

The year-long celebration begins with a social media push and continues with recurring content pushed out into the summer of 2024.

Division III provides an equitable and inclusive environment for student-athletes to take responsibility for their own paths, follow their passions and discover their potential through a comprehensive educational experience.

Division III student-athletes are fueled by passion. They strive to do their best on the field and in the classroom because they realize the value in athletics lies beyond a scoreboard. Student-athletes push themselves to achieve excellence and build upon their academic success with new challenges and life skills within an environment that fosters health and wellness. This milestone celebrates the enduring legacy of Division III and its commitment to a transformative collegiate experience for student-athletes.