From the Sidelines to the World Stage
Kaylee Hartung ’07 will cover two of the world’s premier sporting events during a single month.
Featured News, Views and More from Around W&L
A Culture of Kindness
Jenny Galeana ’26 arrived on campus as a Gunn-Pemberton Scholar in 2025 and found a welcoming community that inspires her to be her best.
W&L a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students for Eighth Straight Year
Washington and Lee was ranked sixth among the baccalaureate institutions recognized by the Fulbright Program.
W&L Adds New Creative Writing Major
Washington and Lee's new creative writing major helps students hone their craft.
W&L’s DART Internship Program Places Students in Cutting-Edge Research Labs
At prestigious labs around the country, W&L students have pushed themselves and the frontiers of science to help those with a rare disease.
Seen and Heard
View all SOC »“I’ve changed a lot in the past four years, and a lot of it is because of the opportunities I’ve had here.”~ Brandon Bishop ’26
In Case You Missed It
1. Marisa Charley Awarded the Spring 2026 Civic Engagement Mini-Grant
Charley will utilize the grant to design pedagogical approaches that strengthen students’ civic engagement and learning.2. Chronicles: Peak Connections
Christopher Lion '86 and Claire Mackin '20 discovered their W&L connection in Africa, summiting Mount Kilimanjaro for The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.3. Wendy Castenell Co-edits Volume of the Nineteenth Century Studies Journal
The special volume explores ideas of race during the 19th century.4. Educational Odyssey
Ashton Evans ’26 reflects on a W&L experience full of mentorship, global learning and skills she will carry with her for life.5. Addison Gills ’27L Selected as 2026 Founders’ Fellow of The Philadelphia Society
Gills previously participated as a General Fellow with the Society, which is dedicated to the discussion of economic, political, and social issues fundamental to a free society.People & News
Marisa Charley Awarded the Spring 2026 Civic Engagement Mini-Grant
Charley will utilize the grant to design pedagogical approaches that strengthen students’ civic engagement and learning.
W&L Welcomes New Trustees James Y. Kerr II ’86, P’27 and M. Roy Burns ’99
Kerr and Burns were sworn in as trustees on Feb. 6.
Politics Professor Speaks in the Great Hall at the Library of Congress
Brian Alexander participated in a moderated discussion on his new book “Jefferson’s Manual of Parliamentary Practice.”
Pooja Thakur-Wernz and Aliaa Bassiouny Collaborate to Publish Paper in the Critical Perspectives on International Business Journal
The professors co-authored an article titled “Family Ownership and Institutional Voids: Evidence from SMEs in Egypt.”
Wendy Castenell Co-edits Volume of the Nineteenth Century Studies Journal
The special volume explores ideas of race during the 19th century.
W&L Exchange: A Campus Resource for Sustainable Sharing
The Exchange connects the university community with free supplies while reducing waste.
In Memoriam: Frances Lewis P’66, Trustee Emerita
Lewis served on W&L's Board of Trustees from 1984 to 1989.
Students Encouraged to Apply for a Johnson Opportunity Grant in 2026
The grant provides funds to support W&L student projects worldwide.
Adriana Greci Green to Serve as Glynn Family Professor at W&L
The former curator of Indigenous Arts of the Americas at the Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia will serve a teaching and curatorial residency during Winter Term 2026.
Mauricio Betancourt Co-Authors Article in the Environment, Development and Sustainability Journal
The assistant professor of environmental studies served as the first author for a paper titled “Revisiting sustainable development: a time-series, cross-national study of the nexus between human well-being and environmental impact.”
Drew Hess Named Associate Provost for Academic Development and Operations at W&L
Washington and Lee University has named Drew Hess associate provost for academic development and operations. Hess, the Ehrick Kilner Haight Sr. Term Professor of Business Administration, has served as W&L’s interim associate provost since July 2025.
W&L Ethics Bowl Team Qualifies for National Competition
The team secured its bid with a runner-up showing at the APPE Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl regional competition in Baltimore.
Faces of W&L
Meet Robbie Santos ’27L
Robbie Santos was drawn to W&L Law by the world class legal education and the collaborative community.
Meet a Colleague: Paula Fritz
Paula Fritz serves as producing stage manager for the Theater, Dance and Film Studies Department.
Meet a Colleague: Lily Malone
Lily Malone serves as campaign and advancement events coordinator for the university.
Meet Nina Dascoli ’27L
Nina Dascoli discusses why she chose W&L Law, her role as a Law Ambassador, and some of her most impactful experiences during law school.
Meet a Colleague: Meaghan Walsh
Meaghan Walsh serves as the Louise C. Herreshoff Curatorial Fellow for American Art.
Meet a Colleague: Megan Hess
Megan Hess serves as the Class of 1960 Professor of Ethics and Accounting.
Meet a Colleague: Whit Goode ’21
Whit Goode ’21 serves as assistant director of career and professional development.
Meet a Colleague: Grace Miller
Grace Miller serves as assistant director of fraternity and sorority life.
