<p>I'm attaching a link to one of the student bloggers at Whitman College because he addresses the question of what living in Walla Walla is like. People are often afraid that it's too small, too far, and too rural. I personally love Walla Walla and thought prospective students might enjoy reading what a current student has to say.</p>
<p>Is</a> College Better if there is a Big City Nearby? | Kayvon's (WHITMAN!) Blog</p>
<p>THIs is GREAT!! I gave it to my S who feels exactly the same way… THANKS!!</p>
<p>5boys, Happy New Year! I hope 2012 is a great year for you and your family. Your son will get some great offers RD… no doubt… don’t worry. I hope one of those places will be Whitman, best wishes.</p>
<p>Whitman had a 94% retention rate last year. So while Walla Walla might not be a draw for some people, once they get there they seem to like it just fine!</p>
<p>Since there are so many HS juniors just beginning their college visits, I decided to pop this back up. Good luck in your searches.</p>