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
Donning of the Stoles has been a tradition at W&L for nearly two decades to celebrate the achievements of African American students and others of marginalized backgrounds. Photo courtesy of the university's 2024 recorded livestream of the Donning of the Stoles ceremony.

University ends identity-based graduation events amid federal DEI crackdown

Students say changes to commencement programming impact marginalized communities
Erika Kengni, News Editor
May 19, 2025
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