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The Ring-tum Phi

The student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

The student newspaper of Washington and Lee University

The Ring-tum Phi

Emma Derr, '20.

Emma Derr, Arts and Life Section Editor

Emma Derr, '20, is one of the news editors. She is pursuing a degree in journalism and two minors, one in Art History and one in Poverty Studies. She has experience writing for publications, as well as on-air experience including broadcast and radio. She devotes her free time to working for Campus Kitchen and alleviating local hunger. She also served as the philanthropy chair for Alpha Delta Pi sorority.

All content by Emma Derr
Emma Derr, '20.

News Editor Emma Derr signs off

"Through my time with the Phi, I experienced a sense of true community with incredible people."
Emma Derr
May 18, 2020
An aerial view of Washington and Lee University. Photo by Coleman Martinson.

All spring term abroad courses canceled due to coronavirus concerns

The total cancellation of spring term abroad courses was decided on Thursday
This photo, from Mock Convention 2020, shows students celebrating after announcing Mock Convention's nomination of Sen. Bernie Sanders as the Democratic Party's presidential candidate in 2020. A similar process will happen for the GOP presidential nominee this year. Photo by Lilah Kimble

When Mock Convention nominated Bernie Sanders, his campaign said he couldn’t answer the call

Mock Convention representatives say a campaign spokesman asked about the political views of the audience
Emma Derr
March 5, 2020
A Christmas tree is erected in the Alpha Delta Pi house. Photo by Emma Derr.

Christmas Weekend moved to first weekend of winter semester

After much speculation, the Interfraternity Council decided to move the popular social weekend
Emma Derr and Luke Hochschild
November 18, 2019
Abhi Janamanchi, '23, ran on a platform of making campus feel like home. Photo by Emma Derr.

Freshman EC representative elected: Meet Abhi Janamanchi

Janamanchi shares his vision for the upcoming Executive Committee term
Emma Derr
October 21, 2019
Zahra Asadi, 1L, is serving as the first-year law representative on the Student Judicial Council for this year. Photo by Emma Derr.

Zahra Asadi elected as first-year law school representative for SJC

Asadi's class voted her in as the 1L representative
Emma Derr
October 21, 2019

NPR television critic educates on media’s perpetuation of stereotypes

Eric Deggans visited W&L to shate his views on news outlets' influence in shaping race narratives
Emma Derr
February 16, 2018

Daughter of MLK Jr. inspires Lexington crowd, condemns apathy, calls for non-violent action

Every seat in Keller Theatre was taken as Bernice King powerfully wrapped up MLK celebration week
Emma Derr
January 30, 2018

W&L professor elevates voices of incarcerated, undocumented youth

In a new book, Assistant Professor of Spanish Seth Michelson highlights poetry gathered from imprisoned children as part of a Fall Term 2016 course
Emma Derr
December 7, 2017

Artist explains serendipitous creative process behind “Hardwired” exhibit

Anna Hepler encourages audience to view their work as “play”
Emma Derr
November 7, 2017

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist discusses his coverage of Trump

Washington Post reporter David Fahrenthold explains how he used Twitter as a tool for investigative reporting
Emma Derr
October 10, 2017
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