Georgia Bernbaum, Opinions Editor
Until next time, W&L
Adios, au revoir and ciao. It’s been fun!
Remembering Tom Robbins
In 2022, the Phi interviewed acclaimed author and W&L alum Tom Robbins. Today, we return to his story
The TikTok ban: national security or freedom of speech?
As the Supreme Court mulls over its decision to ban the popular app, I consider the pros and cons
Best classes I’ve taken at W&L
Now a senior, let’s run it back and review my favorite courses at W&L
Reflections and regrets from a senior
Now a senior, I can’t help but reflect on all that I did, and didn’t, do
The beauty of spring term in Lex
The term offers a four week crash course on learning how to love learning again
The joy of traditions at W&L
Whether it be the speaking tradition or the Honor System, W&L was built on traditions
Axios co-founder shares political expertise
W&L alum Mike Allen returned to his alma mater to speak on the future of political journalism
The importance of the Divine Nine at a predominantly white institution
On AKA’s Founders Day, we must reflect on the importance of black sororities and fraternities at W&L
The verdict is in: Ohio supports abortion rights
On Tuesday, Nov. 7, Ohio voters approved a constitutional amendment to ensure access to reproductive care
Is Lexington a witness protection town?
Ever wondered if there’s more to our sleepy college town? Well, be careful what you wish for
An ode to D-hall, my first love on campus
A love letter to the backbone of W&L
What I’ve learned from rom-coms
Your favorite movie trope may actually teach valuable lessons
Localization changed W&L sorority life
A reflection on the five-year anniversary of the Delta sorority’s localization
Shepherd In Summer
How do we sustain the student-run community service projects during the summer, and why are the service projects important?
Johnson Weekend brings out competition and excitement
Hundreds of students from all over the country compete for W&L’s coveted Johnson Scholarship.
Tom Robbins: “I may or may not be hip, but I ain’t no hippie.”
An interview with famous author Tom Robbins reveals what his time at Washington and Lee University was like, how he became a writer, and what authors he admires.
Students’ first exam: the swim test
Washington and Lee University requires every first-year student to take a swim test once they arrive on campus, but is this a fair or even necessary assessment?
The legacy of Lee
The Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia was recently - and rightfully - removed
The Met Gala: a conversation about American capitalism
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez successfully uses fashion to highlight income inequality