Students protest University Chapel speaker in lead-up to MLK Day
Over 100 students staged a silent walkout during a speech by Rodney Mims Cook Jr., '78, honoring Robert E. Lee
Local MLK and Lee-Jackson Day festivities clash
Both parades in downtown Lexington boasted the largest crowds they've seen since 2020
First-years offer mixed reviews on first in-person rush process since pandemic
First-years were able to rush in person at the beginning of winter term
Civil rights attorney discusses MLK’s legacy
Ben Crump emphasizes the importance of addressing injustice wherever it is found
Inside Washington and Lee’s real estate tax exemption
W&L only paid $91,000 in real estate taxes this year for its off-campus property valued at $57.6 million. The university supports Lexington in other ways. But is it enough?
W&L launches new sustainability projects
The university is taking more steps to be carbon-neutral and reduce fossil fuel usage, while also banning the sale of single-use, plastic water bottles on campus
After VMI enrollment plummets, admissions tests new tactics
Virginia Military Institute is wrestling with how to recruit more students after a bruising admissions cycle
Ceiling portions collapse in Newcomb Hall
Newcomb 122 was taken offline
for days after one-third of the ceiling fell
Disciplinary routes unclear after bomb threats
Police began investigations at W&L and VMI after students posted
anonymous threats online
W&L Public Safety director leaves after over nine years of service, remembers strong campus ties
Ethan Kipnes said W&L taught him the importance of fostering community relationships and being open-minded
Executive Committee considers splitting into two separate agencies
EC members discussed separating budget allocation from Honor System role
W&L’s Marketplace and Café 77 will close in February for renovations
Evans Dining Hall and expanded hours at other venues will fill the gap