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Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

Independent student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

University Chapel was originally constructed in 1867.

University Chapel closed for months-long renovation process

The chapel’s lower-level gallery hasn’t gotten a makeover in over 15 years. The HVAC and fire safety systems will also be updated
Aiden Kelsey, Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2025
Seventeen percent of the class of 2024 pursued careers in the finance sector after graduation, according to Washington and Lee University's website.

20% of W&L’s graduating classes go into finance. Why?

Students and faculty share what draws undergraduates into the industry
Erika Kengni, News Editor
November 3, 2025
The Phi Gamma Delta house no longer has its letters on the building and the Fiji flag has been removed.

Fiji suspended, merging with Phi Psi

The Interfraternity Council found Phi Gamma Delta responsible for violating the university’s hazing policy
Aiden Kelsey, Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2025
Amazon Web Services grossed more than $30 billion in revenue in the second quarter of 2025, according to CNBC.

Nationwide Canvas shutdown impacts students and faculty

The AWS outage delayed assignments and Spring Term Abroad applications
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Multimedia Editor
November 3, 2025
John Reid makes his pitch to a crowd of students on Monday, Oct. 20.

Virginia Lt. Gov. candidate John Reid speaks at W&L amidst a tight race

Reid’s stop comes as Election Day inches closer
Jackson Doane, Opinions Editor
November 3, 2025
Benjamin Backer speaks in Stackhouse Theater.

Benjamin Backer tells W&L bipartisanship is crucial to solve environmental issues

The Mudd Center hosted a speaker on Tuesday who said the only way to advance environmental policy is by breaking partisan divides
Sydney Devory, News Staff Writer
November 3, 2025
Staff at RARA are preparing for a drop in federal food shipments.

Federal shutdown threatens local food programs

Virginia plans to use emergency funds to temporarily supplement SNAP benefits, which help low-income families buy groceries
Cami Knott, Managing Editor
November 3, 2025
Eric Deggans is the newest edition to W&L’s journalism department.

A Knight in the classroom: Professor Deggans joins Washington and Lee’s journalism program

One of 23 Knight Chairs in the world, Eric Deggans brings decades of experience to the Washington and Lee journalism department
McKinley Owczarski
October 20, 2025
The first need-blind admissions process saw a 10% increase in applicants, especially from prospective international students. The percentages of QuestBridge and Pell Grant students also increased.

Need-blind admissions brings higher number of international student applicants

The university stopped considering financial need after a $132 million donation last year
Julianna Stephenson, Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2025
The night cleaning crew preserves Washington and Lee, working hard while students sleep.

The shadows of W&L: Night cleaning crew

The “superheroes of the campus” come out at night to clean up after students
Keeton Dassigner
October 20, 2025
Last spring term, 14 new student organizations were recognized by the EC.

EC funding requests grow by 48 percent

Clubs may see fewer funds allocated this fall due to an increasing number of requests
Emily Scaff, News Editor
October 20, 2025
There are no trash cans inside the classrooms of the new Williams School building.

The new Williams School building intentionally has less trash cans

The university sustainability office says fewer trash cans will lead to less waste in classrooms
Sydney Devory, News Staff Writer
October 20, 2025
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