COVID-19 update: Restrictions loosened, but student concerns remain
Students call for mental health resources, grading changes and due process
Elizabeth Bell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Board of trustees still considering whether to change school’s name
A final decision could take over six months
“How to be an antiracist” author gives virtual talk
Kendi’s talk was scheduled for last spring, but postponed
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.
Mock Convention’s predicted nominee suspends bid for president
Mock Convention is projected to make a seventh incorrect prediction
All spring term abroad courses canceled due to coronavirus concerns
The total cancellation of spring term abroad courses was decided on Thursday
Andrew Gillum encourages young people to get involved in politics
"You all are what is right with America," Gillum told students in the audience
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.
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
Director of Greek Life Corey Gant steps down
Gant's stepping down comes after nearly a year and a half in the position
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
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
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.
First black woman elected as SJC Chair
Three candidates ran unopposed in this year’s Executive Committee and Student Judicial Council elections
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