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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

A brown haired white man in a blue button down shirt smiles in front of a white and brick building. The photo shows his head and torso.

W&L welcomes part-time dietitian

Alum Clark Simcoe joined the staff in November, serving dining services, athletes and others
Claire DiChiario, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
A large hall with windows and white and blue walls, full of dining tables and chairs.

Students react to dining alternatives in the wake of Marketplace and Cafe 77 renovations

Long lines and limited options were common student complaints with dining at Evans Hall
Jenny Hellwig, News Editor
March 28, 2023
Sorority houses, red brick buildings with white columned porches, seen through trees.

Greek organizations battle hazing charges

Confidential investigations spark campus-wide rumors with no clear answers
Bri Hatch, Jenny Hellwig, and Shauna Muckle
March 13, 2023

Behind W&L’s sexual misconduct processes

Unpacking the university's reporting routes and outcomes
Bri Hatch, Jenny Hellwig, and Shauna Muckle
March 13, 2023
Two older men in suits stand at a podium in front of a seated audience.

The entrepreneurs behind Ben & Jerry’s tell story of success, social responsibility

Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield shared their business journey in the University Chapel
Erin Brennan, Staff Writer
March 13, 2023

University vows to fight wrongful termination suit

A former fraternity house director is suing Washington and Lee for $1 million
Bri Hatch and Shauna Muckle
February 14, 2023
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
Selby jumps on a car hood as a bystander urges him to stop. Photo courtesy of Dec. 2, 2021 video obtained by the Phi from an anonymous source

Selby had history of “vindictive, destructive” behavior before sexual battery charge

University administration failed to protect community from Selby, even after reported incidents
Bri Hatch, Jenny Hellwig, and Shauna Muckle
February 14, 2023
An image of a woman's face with digital clouds and circuits radiating from it

Faculty question how to adjust syllabi in the wake of ChatGPT

Two W&L professors drew large crowds to talks addressing the AI technology
Jenny Hellwig, News Editor
February 14, 2023
A man sits in a powered wheelchair and smiles at the camera. He appears to be in a hospital.

W&L swimmer returns to campus after 2022 spinal cord injury

Devin Bateman, '25, navigates campus accessibility and celebrates reunions after months of rehabilitation
Bri Hatch, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2023
A group of people sits at a table.

New York Times investigative reporters blast McKinsey in campus visit

The authors of "When McKinsey Comes to Town" exposed the dealings of the world's largest consulting firm
Lily Mott, Staff Writer
February 7, 2023
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