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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

5 Henry Street currently serves as general student housing.

Former Phi Delt house caught between fraternity lawsuit and plans for a queer safe space

Months after the fraternity was suspended, its lawsuit against the university and the fate of its house remain unresolved
Erika Kengni, News Editor
October 7, 2024
The four candidates for Lexington City School Board speak at the forum (from left to right): Tammy Dunn, Meghan Ferguson, Katie Masey and Kasey Potter.

Meet the contenders for Lexington City School Board

Lexington School Board candidates were previously appointed by the city council. This year marks the school board’s first election
Joshua Davidson
September 23, 2024
Students from the Home is Where the Art is leading edge trip pose in front of The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. after watching a performance of "Mamma Mia."

First-years explore the arts with Pre-Orientation trips

The Home is Where the Art is and Threads of Connection leading edge trips introduce students to the arts through on- and off-campus experiences
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa
September 23, 2024
The July 10 bomb threat happened less than a year after another threat of violence. Campus was searched in November 2023 during a lockdown for a similar anonymous threat.

University’s summer bomb threat raises questions of preparedness for future crises

As students return to Lexington, some question what plans are in place if another threat arises
Leon Tong
September 23, 2024
Vivi Vasquez, ‘27,  digs the ball versus Carnegie Mellon University in a 3-2 win. Vasquez broke the school record for digs in a single game.

Generals Volleyball undefeated with 13-game winning streak

W&L’s women's volleyball team is undefeated so far, but they still have a long season to go
Aiden Kelsey, Local Editor
September 23, 2024
Knowles speaking at a 2019 Teen Student Action Summit.

Michael Knowles doesn’t understand divorce

Knowles said divorce laws are dismantling families. They saved mine
John Milas
September 23, 2024
Photo courtesy of Generals Athletics

Lacrosse teams mirror success ahead of playoffs

Each with 10-3 records, the W&L women’s and men’s lacrosse teams keep up their winning streaks
Catherine McCurdy
April 8, 2024
Café 77 is one of the popular venues to grab a quick bite between classes.

The downsides of the upcoming schedule change

It’s understandable why many students don’t approve of the new passing periods and class time blocks
Teddy Kavanagh
April 8, 2024
Students can now opt to meet in-person at the University Counseling Center. Photo by Stefani Chiguluri, '24.

Students receive less care from short-staffed university counseling center

The counseling center is down three providers, leaving students with longer wait times between appointment
Shauna Muckle, Editor in Chief
March 25, 2024
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W&L senior acquitted of stalking charge

Judge Christopher Billias warned Brandon Konlian, ’24, that further contact with the victim in the case would result in jail time
Shauna Muckle, Editor in Chief
March 25, 2024
Previous Fancy Dress themes include racist framing.

Lee’s image in Fancy Dress promotion sparked anger. It’s nothing new.

A poster featuring Robert E. Lee poses the question: What does the W&L tradition mean for an increasingly diverse student body?
Emma Malinak, Managing Editor
March 25, 2024
New club wants university to pull support of fossil fuel companies

New club wants university to pull support of fossil fuel companies

Experts say divestment would be a symbolic move with no real impact
Erika Kengni, Contributing News Editor
March 25, 2024
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