COVID-19 update: Restrictions loosened, but student concerns remain
Students call for mental health resources, grading changes and due process
![Lee Chapel, a central landmark on campus, will be renamed University Chapel. Photo by Grace Mamon, 22.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/IMG_4186-2-e1591755269834-675x900.jpg)
Board of trustees still considering whether to change school’s name
A final decision could take over six months
![More than 750 students tuned in for Kendis talk. Many gathered to watch with their home group.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Kendi-pc-Ayo-Ehindero-21-900x675.jpg)
“How to be an antiracist” author gives virtual talk
Kendi’s talk was scheduled for last spring, but postponed
![Lee Chapel, a central landmark on campus, will be renamed University Chapel. Photo by Grace Mamon, 22.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/IMG_4186-2-e1591755269834-675x900.jpg)
Petition demanding accountability from Washington and Lee gains momentum
“Without an explicit commitment to antiracist action, an institution such as ours with direct ties to a Confederate general and the perpetuation of the Lost Cause narrative remains complicit in violence against people of color,” the petition said.
![This photo, from Mock Convention 2020, shows students celebrating after announcing Mock Conventions nomination of Sen. Bernie Sanders as the Democratic Partys presidential candidate in 2020. A similar process will happen for the GOP presidential nominee this year. Photo by Lilah Kimble](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/87289451_2477132262392556_3741939335507738624_o-900x600.jpg)
Mock Convention’s predicted nominee suspends bid for president
Mock Convention is projected to make a seventh incorrect prediction
![An aerial view of Washington and Lee University. Photo by Coleman Martinson.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DJI_0048-900x506.jpeg)
All spring term abroad courses canceled due to coronavirus concerns
The total cancellation of spring term abroad courses was decided on Thursday
![The 2018 Democratic nominee for Florida governor addressed the importance of restoring voting rights for felons. Photo by Lilah Kimble.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_0894-600x900.jpg)
Andrew Gillum encourages young people to get involved in politics
"You all are what is right with America," Gillum told students in the audience
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Cameron Kasky talks mental health, gun violence and activism
“You can’t save the whole world if you’re not taking care of yourself,” he said.
![Dining Services temporarily required students to sign these slips when they swiped for meals in the sorority houses. Photo by Elizabeth Bell.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/IMG_2742-900x675.jpeg)
Campus implements strategies to prevent cheating and stealing
Some students are concerned that they're not trusted by the university to adhere to the honor system
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Director of Greek Life Corey Gant steps down
Gant's stepping down comes after nearly a year and a half in the position
![Churchill and Rodgers at a vineyard for their engagement photos. Photo courtesy of Christophe Genty.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/WL-Couple-Marriage-Lawsuit-900x597.png)
Washington and Lee couple wins fight against Jim Crow-era racial law in Virginia
A federal judge ruled that it's unconstitutional for Virginia to require couples to list their race on their marriage license
![Students returned this year to see the results of the mostly cosmetic renovation of D-hall. Photo by Elizabeth Bell, 21.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Screen-Shot-2019-10-01-at-2.19.46-PM-900x657.png)
Dining Services doubles down on checking meal swipes
The Executive Committee would not say if not swiping for a meal counts as an honor violation
![Jack Jones smiles in portrait.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/VABEACH_10019-675x900.jpeg)
He survived the Virginia Beach shooting. Now he’s fundraising for the Red Cross to give back.
Jack Jones, ‘21, has raised $6000 for the Red Cross.
![The Executive Committee white book for the 2018-19 academic year.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Unknown-1-900x600.jpeg)
First black woman elected as SJC Chair
Three candidates ran unopposed in this year’s Executive Committee and Student Judicial Council elections
![A Marketplace employee prepares the salad bar for dinner. Photo by Kaelan McCabe, ‘21.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Unknown-900x675.jpeg)
D-Hall to close for half of spring term
During Marketplace renovations, first-years will be able to use their meal swipes at any dining location on campus
Washington and Lee contributes strong numbers to Teach for America
Seven graduates from the class of 2018 are currently teaching at low-income schools through the program