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
A group of Black men perform a step routine on a stage in a gym, surrounded by an audience. Symbols of Black Greek life organizations hang in the background.

W&L hosts step show competition to increase visibility, honor Black culture

Historically African-American sororities and fraternities from across the state traveled to compete in the inaugural event
Lily Mott, Staff Writer
February 14, 2023
Three Black women wearing colorful draped robes dance on a stage.

Students explore legacy, mental health through Black History Month programming

Campus groups celebrated Black identity and focused on long-term support for the community
Catherine McKean, Arts & Life Editor
February 14, 2023
Sasha Edwards, ‘20, (left) and MaKayla Lorick, ‘19, (right) are both members of the Tau Zeta chapter of AKA and lead the way for their Walk Out event on Oct. 20. Photo by Laura Calhoun, ‘20.

Alpha Kappa Alpha reignites on campus, members hope to spur more involvement

MaKayla Lorick, ‘19, says she hopes AKA’s legacy at the university doesn’t stop with her
Laura Calhoun
November 6, 2018
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