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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

All content by Rachel Hicks
Colonnade Oaks Project blossoms at W&L

Colonnade Oaks Project blossoms at W&L

The project has grown 100 oak saplings this year, and has sold 85
Rachel Hicks, News Writer
May 18, 2018

“Ad Class” in home stretch toward creative collegiate competition

Late nights and teamwork mark the journey of this “mini advertising agency” to national contest in April
Rachel Hicks, News Writer
March 26, 2018
President Dudley reflects on his first year at helm of university

President Dudley reflects on his first year at helm of university

Dudley shared what he’s learned from his new experiences in Lexington, as well as what he has in mind for the years to come
Rachel Hicks, News Writer
March 12, 2018
Photo courtesy of Mia Hamm

W&L hosts sports icon Mia Hamm

Contact Committee spearheaded the speaking engagement with the retired professional soccer player, who is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, two-time World Cup Champion and a well-known advocate for gender equality in sports
Rachel Hicks
February 16, 2018

UCLA professor focuses on laws enabling police brutality during Mudd Center lecture

UCLA Law Professor Devon Carbado discussed racial inequality and policing from the U.S. Constitution’s point of view
Rachel Hicks
January 30, 2018

“Know Your Rights” event educates and empowers students to self-advocate

Students heard from an ACLU expert on how to interact with police safely and legally, whether at a party or at a traffic stop
Rachel Hicks
November 7, 2017

SJC chair reinforces awareness of drunk driving consequences

The Phi spoke with Sara Jones, ‘18, to hear about her priorities as SJC chair in the coming year
Rachel Hicks
October 10, 2017

EC president stresses utmost importance of “civil discourse”

The Phi spoke with Mason Grist, ‘18, to hear about the Executive Committee president’s goals for the coming year
Rachel Hicks
October 10, 2017

Dudley’s Dubyuhnell

"So long as there is a need for freedom, there will be a need for liberal arts education."
Rachel Hicks
September 22, 2017
Custom-order menu debuts at Food Side for four-week spring term

Custom-order menu debuts at Food Side for four-week spring term

Students eating at the junior year village have more options thanks to Food Side’s new, customizable menu
Rachel Hicks
May 19, 2017

Law professor channels Justice Brandeis to discuss online privacy rights

Justice Brandeis’ faith in public reason comes to life through Jeffrey Rosen
Rachel Hicks
March 27, 2017
Lexington Women's Rights Rally. Photo by WDBJ7

Local artist uses art to promote the beauty of the female body

Emma Shapiro speaks to the self- confidence and positive body image she finds by creating art
Rachel Hicks
March 6, 2017
Alex Rodriguez speaks to student athletes in Evans. Photo by Ellen Kanzinger, ‘18.

Baseball star Alex Rodriguez shares lessons for success at Contact Committee event

Decorated athlete reflects on controversial but successful career and life after baseball
Rachel Hicks
February 8, 2017
Jonathan Holloway speaks to audience in Lee Chapel on Thursday. Photo by Jake Sirota, ‘19.

Yale professor discusses future of race relations at 2017 ODK induction

Jonathan Holloway stresses importance of looking ahead during speech on Thursday
Rachel Hicks
January 24, 2017
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