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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

Left: Tom Robbins in 1952, courtesy of Calyx. Right: Robbins in 2022, courtesy of Robbins.

Remembering Tom Robbins

In 2022, the Phi interviewed acclaimed author and W&L alum Tom Robbins. Today, we return to his story
Georgia Bernbaum, Opinions Editor
February 17, 2025
Concerns over aviation safety grow following recent airplane crashes across the United States.

Airplane crashes rock the nation

Recent plane crashes leave Americans terrified to fly
Gaby Heberling
February 17, 2025
This year's Grammys were full of stand-out performances and well-deserved wins.

The Grammys are my Superbowl

The Pink Pony Club, a certified hater, and the Weeknd: a recap of the biggest night in the music industry
Veronika Kolosova, Managing Editor
February 17, 2025
Conservatives are walking an ideological tightrope between two camps, John Milas writes.

Walking the conservative tightrope

The conservative party has two camps: one that brings the emotion, and one that writes the checks
John Milas, Opinions Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
Kermit and the Muppets are celebrating their 70th Anniversary this May.

Celebrating 70 years of the Muppets

These singing puppets have become some of America’s most cherished celebrities
Jackson Doane
February 17, 2025
Volunteering offers us a chance to connect to the local community.

Why student volunteers are essential to the community

Small acts transform lives throughout Rockbridge County
Gaby Heberling
February 3, 2025
President Trump’s unique speaking style defines many of his nationwide rallies.

Who is Donald Trump?

Understanding the personality of the 47th president is a critical objective
John Milas, Opinions Staff Writer
February 3, 2025
The use of websites like ChatGPT sparks conversations about their effect on children.

AI chatbots are not safe for children

Recent incidents involving children and AI chatbots are raising red flags worldwide
Jackson Doane
February 3, 2025
With its gray and white plaid pattern, Fracket was one of a kind and easy to spot in a pile of jackets. It was last seen on Jan. 12.

In loving memory of Fracket

Many students have fallen victim to the fracket theft epidemic. I’m here to tell my story
Vic Ernst, Photo Editor
February 3, 2025
On Jan. 6, 2021, thousands of Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the capital.

Political tensions can’t define us as a nation

We must learn to grow and thrive through our differences
Gaby Heberling
January 20, 2025
The sun sets over Davidson Park.

Don’t sleep on January

Despite the post-holiday gloom, the month has its perks
Ted Kavanagh, Opinions Editor
January 20, 2025
TikTok’s ban has been debated over the past few years.

The TikTok ban: national security or freedom of speech?

As the Supreme Court mulls over its decision to ban the popular app, I consider the pros and cons
Georgia Bernbaum, Opinions Editor
January 20, 2025
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