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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

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, General Assignment Staff Writer

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa is a freshman from Hudson, Ohio, who plans to major in Journalism. Around campus, she serves as a host on the WLUR 91.5 FM radio station, a singer in Cantatrici, and a member of the Catholic Campus Ministry. In her free time, she enjoys airplane spotting, watching movies, and spending more than necessary at garage sales. Ava is overjoyed to develop her writing and reporting skills over the next four years with the Phi!

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Students and community members dance to Taylor Swift songs played by Midnight Rain.

Taylor Swift tribute band performs for Lexington

The “Midnight Rain” group showered W&L students with Swift classics to remind them of the magic of the Eras Tour
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, General Assignment Staff Writer
April 7, 2025
Owners Mary Jo and John Morman sell to Lexington visitors and locals inside their store.

Celtic Tides brings a taste of Scotland and Ireland to Lexington

The 27-year-old business continues to serve the community
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, General Assignment Staff Writer
March 24, 2025
Slavic Society members said they hope to share Eastern European traditions with the W&L community.

New club invites students to explore Slavic cultures

The Slavic Society provides an opportunity for Eastern European natives to share their heritage with each other and the broader W&L community
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, General Assignment Staff Writer
March 10, 2025
Students walk through the streets of New York City to a meeting during last year’s finance trip.

February Break career trips become increasingly selective

The Office of Career and Professional Development required students to interview for spots on trips for the first time in 20 years
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, General Assignment Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
Nich Perez is dedicated to helping students discover their passion for filmmaking as the filmmaker in residence.

Lights on Lenfest: filmmaker Nich Perez brings the cinematic arts to Lexington

In our “Lights on Lenfest” series, the Ring-tum Phi peels back the curtain on the artists and musicians who run W&L’s arts programs
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, General Assignment Staff Writer
February 3, 2025
Last year, Politics 288: Democratic Community in Italy: Food, Shelter, Space and Voice visited Acetaia San Matteo in Modena, Italy, where they tasted and learned about traditional balsamic vinegar at a family-run vinegar loft.

Spring Term Abroad: What to expect in 2025 and beyond

Students and staff reflect on what is and isn’t happening off-campus this spring
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, General Assignment Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
The cover of the first edition of the magazine features a sunset from the top of Cole Mountain.

New publication encourages students to connect with nature

The Experience Exchange is the university’s new environmental, student-run print magazine
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa
November 18, 2024
Yereni Bruno-Sanchez, ‘26, feeds the goats at High Five Farms during a HEART event.

Revived club leads volunteer efforts for animals in need

Leaders of the organization, called HEART, said they aim to provide a community for all animal lovers
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa
October 21, 2024
Ty Collins, ‘27, carries the ball during the Trinity game.

Generals football travels to Texas for game against Trinity University

Players said the trip prepared them for a season of building teamwork and balancing their sport with school commitments
Ava Tallat-Kelpsa
October 7, 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
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