Senior class has donated almost $4,000
The senior gift has reached 52% of the $7,500 goal with only one week left in the school year
Grace Mamon, Co-Editor-in-Chief
County further delays solar proposal decision
The county planning commission will decide on a controversial solar proposal in June, amid resident opposition
Larry Elder says fatherlessness is the biggest problem for Black people in America
Conservative talk show host discusses hot-button issues, shares personal stories
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.
Registration changes met with student hesitation
Students are nervous about losing Pick 1, but university says newer technology was necessary
Multiple departments search for professors this fall
Over 10 departments are looking to either fill an open position or add an additional professor
Panhel hosts sorority-wide event to promote inclusivity
Spooky S’mores was the first event in several years to bring together all sororities on campus
50-year-long campus radio show returns after pandemic hiatus
Doug Harwood’s show was halted by the university’s no-visitors policy, but it is back to celebrate half a century on air.
Better late than never: Class of 2020 returns for commencement
Alumni and their families return to campus for a belated commencement ceremony
Panhellenic sorority recruitment wraps up three months later than usual
The university postponed Greek sorority recruitment from January to March, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 update: Positive cases hit an all-time high
The spike was attributed to large social gatherings and parties
University unsure in-person commencement ceremonies will proceed
Virginia’s coronavirus guidelines limiting gathering sizes at social gatherings at 25 partially responsible
Intramural program ramping up as weather warms
Physical health and mental health are interconnected, says associate director Margaret McClintock
COVID costs high, but not detrimental to the university
Financial strength and pandemic-related savings will mitigate this year’s COVID expenses
W&L Rector says the board needs more time for Lee name change decision
The special committee has fin- ished researching, but the board still hasn’t made a decision.
Remembering Ted DeLaney
Washington and Lee says goodbye to a janitor-turned-professor who left an indelible mark on the university
VMI to move Stonewall Jackson statue after national scrutiny
The Lexington military college’s Board of Visitors has taken an unexpected step
Lexington holds downtown trick-or-treating
Though different, the Halloween events were crucial to
providing a sense of normalcy
Holocaust historian speaks on antisemitism at college campuses
Deborah Lipstadt is a Jewish American scholar who spoke to the nation through W&L Hillel
Interim Head Police Chief Riley to become assistant director of public safety
Mark Riley is leaving law enforcement after almost three decades, but he’ll still be keeping the community safe
Eco-poetry as environmental advocacy: A virtual lecture with Craig Santos Perez
The annual Shannon-Clark Lecture and retreat focused on indigenous and environmental issues
COVID-19 update: Conduct probation and internship cancellations
Some students are asked to finish the term virtually. Others are told that their summer plans are cancelled
Pandemic months more successful than last year at Lexington farmers market
Shoppers and vendors have been gathering in person downtown
New Title IX policy narrows definition for sexual assualt and misconduct
The university’s interim policy will address misconduct that Title IX will not
Board of trustees still considering whether to change school’s name
A final decision could take over six months
Pre-med students say credit/no credit grading option hurts, not helps, their chances at medical school
Most medical schools prefer to see a letter grade, if possible
With job and internship cancellations, students have to adjust summer plans
Some students will still pursue their chosen opportunities by working remotely
More students allowed to skip spring term class to accommodate remote learning
Spring option is usually closed to all first-year students
Fancy Dress refunds tickets
COVID-19 will have no lingering effect on future Fancy Dress events
English department cancels annual retreat, lecture
The Shannon-Clark lecture and retreat is one of many events canceled due to COVID-19
Counseling Center available to students online
The Counseling Center is finding new ways to reach students without in-person services
Bernie Sanders wins Mock Con’s Democratic nomination after contested convention
The 27th Mock Convention nominates Sanders for president
Parade preparation pays off
Student-made floats parade through Lexington, kicking off the first day of Mock Convention sessions.
Professors weigh in on dueling alumni groups as Washington and Lee navigates tradition and change
The Generals Redoubt wants to return to tradition. WLAC argues campus hasn't seen enough progress.
Step Afrika! brings Lexington audience onstage
The D.C.-based dance group showcased stepping at the Lenfest Center
New group recognizing Native Americans on campus organizes month-long celebration for the first time
The cohort of faculty and staff hosted events to highlight indigenous cultures
A look at the end of the Lenfest fall season
Students showcase original work and campus prepares for Mock Convention
Pride Week celebrates the LGBTQ+ community
General's Unity annual weeklong event had daily activities to raise awareness and cultivate support
Hiking and biking: Q&A with students who spent the summer outdoors
McKenzie Napier, '22, hiked the Camino in Spain this summer
Reynolds program brings groundbreaking New York Times investigative reporters
The Times journalists detailed their work exploring the underbelly of immense power
Hiking and biking: Q&A with students who spent the summer outdoors
Donovan Fiore, ‘20, shares his experience biking through the Netherlands, Italy and Iceland this summer
Sex Week to return in November
The Sexual Health Awareness group is planning Sex Week, despite last year’s absence
Student vigil honors mosque shooting victims
Amnesty International organized a vigil to unite campus and community against Islamophobia
Multicultural Student Association hosts event to share migration stories
"...to share opinions that might not be heard otherwise."
Author Adam Nemett discusses recent novel, We Can Save Us All
Nemmet visited classes and spoke about his book, We Can Save Us All.
Students discuss campus activism through King’s vision
James Ricks, '21, encouraged students in attendance to take what they talked about to the rest of campus: “This conversation cannot stay in this room."
Romance languages department hosts annual poetry reading
High school and college students joined Washington and Lee faculty members in reciting their favorite poems.
‘Priscilla’ encapsulates Pride Week’s theme of love and inclusion
Washington and Lee’s annual musical coincided with Pride Week, reinforcing and enhancing its ideas
Absentee voting much easier this year
Ballots are now available through the university's Campus Mail Services