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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

Departments reimagine major declaration

Virtual major declaration is yet another result of COVID-19
Garrett Price
November 4, 2020

COVID-19 update: Restrictions loosened, but student concerns remain

Students call for mental health resources, grading changes and due process
ELIZABETH BELL
October 21, 2020
Under the new winter term schedule, classes will begin on Jan. 19.

Winter term schedule announcement met by mixed feelings

While the change helps students to self-quarantine after the holidays, many fear burnout due to lack of breaks
ANNALISA WADDICK
October 21, 2020
Students raise concerns about mental health and conduct processes amid strict COVID-19 restrictions

Students raise concerns about mental health and conduct processes amid strict COVID-19 restrictions

A virtual meeting with the COVID Committee allowed students to air grievances
BRI HATCH
October 21, 2020

First-years face unique challenges adjusting to college during a pandemic

Restrictions are designed to limit students’ close contacts, making it difficult for first-years to meet classmates and upperclassmen
CARLY SNYDER
October 21, 2020
Riley has collaborated with public safety for years, during his time at the Lexington Police Department.

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
GRACE MAMON
October 21, 2020
Outing Club recommends local hikes as pandemic activites

Outing Club recommends local hikes as pandemic activites

The Lexington area has plenty of activities for lovers of the outdoors
JULIAN RAMIREZ
October 21, 2020
The inside scoop on life in Baker

The inside scoop on life in Baker

Life outside of Baker Hall is not much more fulfilling than life inside Baker
DIANA STURDY
October 21, 2020

All is not fair in COVID and war

We need healthy discourse on campus about real solutions to balancing students’ mental health and keeping everyone safe — but herd immunity and strict lockdowns aren’t it.
JIN NI
October 21, 2020

Best fall activities to do around Lexington

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

A new line of PPE’s

Satire: Adversity breeds innovation at W&L
TYLER PALICIA
October 21, 2020

Mental health in a pandemic

Anxiety related to the coronavirus pandemic stems from unprecedented stressors
Diana Sturdy
October 7, 2020
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