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The Ring-tum Phi

The student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

The student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

The “Unissued Diplomas” posters in Leyburn Library tell the stories of young people who have died in Ukraine since the war began.
SAIL revamps Ukraine event series
The student organization shifted its focus so the programming includes all students affected by global conflict
November 4, 2024
Students can use call boxes at blue light stations across campus in case of an emergency.
W&L’s crime rate is higher than peer institutions, yet students say they feel safe
Some question if the Honor System leads to a false sense of security
November 4, 2024
Jason Riley speaks in University Chapel on Oct. 24.
Wall Street Journal commentator talks about the “trouble with social justice”
The Phi fact-checked Jason Riley’s qualms with social justice after his campus speech
November 4, 2024
The Lindley Center of Student Wellness will open in fall 2025.
New student wellness center under construction
The facility, created in memory of alumna Lindley Spaht Dodson, will house the Student Health Center and University Counseling Services
November 4, 2024
The university’s spending on financial aid has continued to increase throughout the years.
University adopts need-blind admissions policy after receiving largest donation in institutional history
The policy takes effect immediately, meaning the university will review applications for the class of 2029 without considering how much prospective students can pay
November 4, 2024
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Columbia University professor Carl Hart gives a lecture about the country’s drug policy and how he would like to see it change.
Columbia University professor criticizes American drug policy
November 4, 2024
Students went outside on Oct. 10 to catch a glimpse of the northern lights through their phone cameras.
Why can we see the northern lights in Virginia?
November 4, 2024
Yereni Bruno-Sanchez, ‘26, feeds the goats at High Five Farms during a HEART event.
Revived club leads volunteer efforts for animals in need
October 21, 2024
The Mock Trial team shows off their award from the competition.
Mock Trial team kicks off season with promising start
October 21, 2024
Donald Trump spoke at his rally in Nevada on Oct. 31. 
Kamala Harris spoke at her rally in Arizona on Oct. 31.
Two campaigns, one America
November 4, 2024
The prized Chocolate Milk Mile t-shirt.
Blood, sweat, and … chocolate milk?
November 4, 2024
Huntley Hall is home to the politics department.
Best classes I’ve taken at W&L
November 4, 2024
Carving pumpkins is a fun fall activity, whether or not a neighborhood contest is involved.
Fall memories and traditions
November 4, 2024