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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

The bike rack outside of Graham-Lees Hall is often full, students say.

Limited storage and infrastructure shape the biking experience in Lexington

While efforts to improve bikeability in Lexington continue to evolve, storage limitations and challenging terrain remain constant obstacles
Amelia Lanier, General Assignment Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
The rain garden outside Hillel House is one way in which the university has built stormwater management infrastructure.

W&L’s eco-friendly stormwater practices are paying off, literally

Lexington is working to build better stormwater infrastructure, in part through a new utility fee that rewards sustainable practices
Aiden Kelsey, Local Editor
January 20, 2025
Because of Lexington’s small size, the attitudes and behaviors of Washington and Lee students play a big role in the school’s relationship with the city.

Bridging the gap between W&L and Lexington

Local residents believe that W&L students make a big impact, but there is still work to be done
Joshua Davidson, Local Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
Lexington Farmers’ Market is a place where students and the community can interact.

Are Lexington and W&L at odds?

Amid rumors of rising tension between Washington and Lee and the town of Lexington, it is more important than ever to maintain this relationship
Hannah Bishop
October 21, 2024
The four candidates for Lexington City School Board speak at the forum (from left to right): Tammy Dunn, Meghan Ferguson, Katie Masey and Kasey Potter.

Meet the contenders for Lexington City School Board

Lexington School Board candidates were previously appointed by the city council. This year marks the school board’s first election
Joshua Davidson
September 23, 2024
Libby DeVooght ’26, Winter Ashley ’25, and An Shelmire ’25 enjoy a beautiful afternoon on the Front Lawn. Photo courtesy of The Columns

The beauty of spring term in Lex

The term offers a four week crash course on learning how to love learning again
Georgia Bernbaum
April 8, 2024
Lexington City Council members voted unanimously to change the name of Stonewall Jackson Memorial Cemetery after Alexander’s speech. Photo by Catherine McKean, ’24

How a statement by Lexington City Council’s lone Black woman informs council decisions

Mayor Friedman’s perception of Lexington changed after Alexander shared what living as a Black woman in town during Jim Crow laws was like
Liz Trubeck
December 11, 2023
A view of House Mountain and the Woods Creek Apartments show off Lexington's signature fall foliage.

Lexington is a dish best served in fall

A senior’s reflection on the best season in Lexington
Catherine McKean
November 6, 2023
The Lexington Police Department is on Fuller Street. Photo by Jess Kishbaugh, '24.

Lexington urged to increase pay for city workers

Minimum-wage city workers and police officers in Lexington are particularly underpaid
Luke Fountain
April 12, 2022

Best fall activities to do around Lexington

Embrace the autumn and check out these fresh outdoor spots
CHARLOTTE DROSS
October 21, 2020

Students report multiple incidents of harassment in Lexington and on campus

“Every single one of us deserves to feel safe and welcome at W&L and in the surrounding area,” said President Dudley in an email
Kaelan McCabe
October 6, 2020
Washington and Lee still recycling after Lexington ends curbside services

Washington and Lee still recycling after Lexington ends curbside services

The program is fighting to survive alongside the global recycling industry
Jack Eason
September 10, 2020
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