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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

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
The recent Louvre Museum heist has young people interested in the world of art like never before.

The Louvre heist may save art

The Louvre heist and its associated brainrot might be the art world’s missing gem
Julia Long
November 3, 2025
Takadiwa uses materials found in junkyards, such as computer keys, bottle caps and nail clips, to create his art.

“Recoded Memories” exhibit explores overconsumption and its consequences

Artist Moffat Takadiwa focuses on the effects of human consumption, waste and technology on the environment
Valentina Nunez
November 3, 2025
W&L women’s soccer takes a photo after a win on Alston Parker Watt Field. The Generals are undefeated 8-0-1 in Lexington this season.

Women’s soccer team kicks off ODAC tournament

The women’s soccer team’s supportive atmosphere is one reason they have thrived so far this season
Lane Smith
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
In July 2025 the Old Dominion Athletic Conference announced a media rights agreement with FloSports.

FloSports puts W&L Athletics behind a paywall

Washington and Lee's live sporting events are now only accessible through a paid subscription to FloSports, despite Athletic Director Jan Hathorn's vote against the new streaming service
Shane Riley
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
Only athletes with official practices or events will be able to stay on campus through winter break, according to the Office of Housing and Residence Life.

University closes on-campus housing during winter break with no extended stay options

ResLife said on social media that students must vacate on-campus housing by Dec. 14. But Chris Reid says students can apply to stay on campus over winter break
Cynthia Ye
October 20, 2025
Professors at W&L have various standards for AI usage.

The future of AI at Washington and Lee

It's everywhere. What role does it play in our academic setting?
Chappell Carter
October 20, 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
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
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