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WALLA WALLA, Wash. - Whitman College in Walla Walla ranks No. 8 on Peace Corps 2013 Top Colleges for Small Schools.

The annual list recognizes the highest volunteer-producing colleges and universities.

There are currently 16 undergraduate alumni from Whitman serving overseas. Whitman jumped to the 8th spot after being ranked 15th last year, despite having two fewer volunteers this year.

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