Shauna Muckle, Editor-in-Chief
Q&A with President Dudley: Looking at the year ahead
President Will Dudley discusses the institution's silence on Israel and Palestine, how he navigates alumni blowback and plans for the upcoming year
Mental health and media intimidation
The occasional dehumanization journalists face can clash with the modern sentiment that we should preserve our mental health
Students receive less care from short-staffed university counseling center
The counseling center is down three providers, leaving students with longer wait times between appointment
W&L senior acquitted of stalking charge
Judge Christopher Billias warned Brandon Konlian, ’24, that further contact with the victim in the case would result in jail time
Washington and Lee senior charged with stalking
Brandon Konlian, ’24, a top leader for Mock Convention, received the criminal charges a day after the event
Donald Trump wins Mock Convention’s GOP nomination
Trump’s win was no surprise, students said. But the speakers sparked disagreement and conversation
Critical comments removed from Mock Con Instagram
Young alumni slammed convention leaders for describing Trump as the “next president,” rather than the GOP nominee. Then their comments were hidden from public view
Campus is quiet but not silent about Israel and Palestine
Students personally impacted by the conflict say their biggest struggle is getting an activism-shy campus to keep talking
Students react to Mock Con speakers
Donald Trump Jr., Charlie Kirk and Candace Owens are all part of the lineup
Mock Convention 2024 announces speaker lineup
Donald Trump Jr., Glenn Youngkin, Candace Owens and other faces will appear on campus in less than two weeks.
Class sizes will increase as faculty teach fewer courses next year
The change came abruptly after years of professors’ discontent with teaching requirements
She challenged Matt Walsh on gender-affirming care. Then the death threats started.
Kayla Richardson had her first month of college disrupted after a video of her was posted to a right-wing YouTube account
From Town to Gown: portraits of the Mock Convention’s Presidential Gala
The Gala happened on Nov. 11 at the Richard L. Duchossois Tennis Center
Washington and Lee community still shaken one day after lockdown
Students came in close proximity to rifles after a 'disjointed' threat was emailed to university officials
Faculty discuss Israeli-Palestinian conflict
A panel of faculty members accepted questions from students on a variety of topics related to violence in the Middle East
Students slam campus parking enforcement
Students report a greater prevalence of parking tickets this year. What’s to blame?
Phi Zeta Delta suspended for 5 years
It’s unclear how the fraternity plans to move forward from last spring’s verdict
Editorial: W&L needs to reconsider its relationship with the press
Administrators don’t respond. Students only respond after a piece is published. And us? Well, we respond with this.
Pi Beta Phi placed on probation until 2024
One hazing report set off an investigation, an appeal and backlash
President announces campus absence
His departure raises questions about who will preside over major events
Petition opposing Matt Walsh visit nets over 600 signatures
Students, alumni, faculty and staff supported a petition asking the administration to disallow Walsh's visit
Greek organizations battle hazing charges
Confidential investigations spark campus-wide rumors with no clear answers
Behind W&L’s sexual misconduct processes
Unpacking the university's reporting routes and outcomes
First-year student arrested on sexual assault charges
One victim said she reported Ricardo Vergara, ’26, to the Title IX office in October for a separate offense of sexual assault—but he faced no disciplinary action
University vows to fight wrongful termination suit
A former fraternity house director is suing Washington and Lee for $1 million
Selby had history of “vindictive, destructive” behavior before sexual battery charge
University administration failed to protect community from Selby, even after reported incidents
UPDATE: Student charged in sexual battery case no longer enrolled at W&L
Daniel Selby, a former member of the Class of 2025, left campus by Feb. 7, sources say
W&L student pleads guilty in sexual battery case
A Lexington court lowered a felony charge against Dan Selby, ’25, to a misdemeanor in a Feb. 3 trial
Students protest University Chapel speaker in lead-up to MLK Day
Over 100 students staged a silent walkout during a speech by Rodney Mims Cook Jr., '78, honoring Robert E. Lee
Local MLK and Lee-Jackson Day festivities clash
Both parades in downtown Lexington boasted the largest crowds they've seen since 2020
After VMI enrollment plummets, admissions tests new tactics
Virginia Military Institute is wrestling with how to recruit more students after a bruising admissions cycle
Ceiling portions collapse in Newcomb Hall
Newcomb 122 was taken offline
for days after one-third of the ceiling fell
Disciplinary routes unclear after bomb threats
Police began investigations at W&L and VMI after students posted
anonymous threats online
University of Virginia shooting inspires grief, evaluation of emergency protocol
Washington and Lee held a candlelight vigil in the wake of a shooting at U-Va. that left three dead and two wounded
New hazing training calls Greek initiation practices into question
Common initiation practices meet Virginia’s definition of hazing, new university training reveals
High faculty teaching load at Washington and Lee affects hiring and student registration
Faculty said the standard teaching load is one of multiple barriers to hiring additional professors - which also affects which courses students can take.
Major changes in store for campus infrastructure
Senior housing, a Williams School expansion and a new museum on Lee Avenue are planned for the coming years.
Development talk for Spotswood re-launch
Two competing proposals to build multi-family housing in Lexington have been submitted to City Council
SkyBar brings a new aesthetic to Lexington
SkyBar, a speakeasy-style bar in the basement of Blue Sky, opened to the public Feb. 18.
Mask mandates in question at local schools
A controversial executive order has school districts defending their decisions to keep mask mandates in place.
SPEAK hosts sexual assault awareness event
Anonymous stories written by survivors described a culture of self-blame, doubt and social stigma surrounding speaking out about sexual violence
Downtown Lexington gains its first arcade
Lexington’s newest entertainment option offers a community spot to play retro and modern games
Republicans make major gains in Virginia elections
Glenn Youngkin and other down-ballot Republicans defied Virginia’s leftward trend Nov. 2, declaring victory in their competitive races.
Youngkin fires up Buena Vista in campaign’s final stretch
Glenn Youngkin, Virginia’s newly elected governor, held a rally in Buena Vista days before his electoral victory
Campus organizations receive additional dollars from the EC
The Executive Committee invited student organizations across campus to apply for funding and recognition by Oct. 6.
“A very cheerful, uplifting person with a heart of gold:” Paul Burns dies at 72
Burns, a longtime W&L Facilities staff member and Army veteran, died from COVID-19.
New Pilates studio offers hot-powered approach
A new business in Lexington brings a blend of Pilates and heated yoga to the workout scene.
The possibility of city council renaming Lexington streets looms
A new policy might let Lexington leaders change the names of streets, but residents are not so keen on it
Spotswood Drive decision delayed
An offer to buy property on Spotswood Drive has raised concerns for Lexington residents, leading to another hearing to be held on March
VMI COVID cases are coming down since mid-February spike
The cases at VMI reached 190 active cases on Feb. 16, but the cases dropped to 89 on Feb. 23.
Sixth District race nears its close as early voting ends
Cook Political Report rates Virginia’s Sixth District as “solid Republican” this election cycle
Project Horizon handles increased domestic violence reports
The Rockbridge nonprofit did not close its doors during the worst of the pandemic
Civic groups orchestrate non-partisan voter education
Virtual events prove successful for 50 Ways and Rockbridge Justice Coalition
Rockbridge-area schools reopen virtually
City and county schools tout new resources for students
Local candidates pivot campaign tactics amidst coronavirus pandemic
Local Republicans and Democrats are using different strategies than usual to reach voters