Finding the Why
Phil Marella '81 is the founder of Dana's Angels Research Trust, an organization dedicated to funding research on Niemann-Pick disease type C.
Featured News, Views and More from Around W&L
Path to Professorship
For Troy Larsen ’22, the dream to become a professor began as an undergraduate and became a reality thanks to opportunities made possible by W&L’s Office of Fellowships.
Career Connections
The W&L network is perhaps most illustrative in the early-career assistance and opportunities our alumni provide to current students.
Students Help Shape Library Life Through Advisory Board
W&L’s Library Student Advisory Board allows students to have a voice in the university library’s events and initiatives.
A Tale of Two Love Stories
Thirty years apart, a W&L love story continues.
Seen and Heard
View all SOC »“W&L’s interdisciplinary approach has shaped me into a far more well-rounded student than I ever expected to become. It didn’t just push me to explore subjects outside my major — it also brought me into a community of friends whose interests range across every corner of the curriculum. Simply spending time with people who think about the world differently has expanded my own perspective in ways that no single program could have done on its own.”~ Juyoung Kim '26
In Case You Missed It
1. Kreitler Scholarship Honors a Life Well-Lived Through a Legacy of Opportunity
“There was never any question that Dick’s legacy would go to W&L,” said Robin Kreitler. “He loved W&L and began giving back at an early age.”2. Alumni Spotlight: Alexandra Clark ’21L
Alexandra Clark is an associate in the antitrust and competition practice at Latham & Watkins in Washington, D.C.3. A Year of Extraordinary Momentum
Together, we are ensuring that Washington and Lee University continues to educate young women and men who truly lead lives of consequence.4. Suzette Malveaux Delivers Keynote for Black FLEX Conference
Malveaux spoke at the seventh annual conference hosted by the Student Association for Black Unity at W&L.5. Krzysztof Jasiewicz Publishes Chapter in ‘The Oxford Handbook of Polish Politics’
The William P. Ames Jr. Professor of Sociology and Anthropology Emeritus’ chapter focuses on the collapse of the communist system in Eastern Europe.People & News
University Development Staff Publishes Paper in the Journal of Education Advancement and Marketing
Emily Pogue and Amanda Minix co-authored an article on engaging young alumni in leadership-level annual giving.
W&L Student Team Competes at VFIC Applied Ethics Bowl
The W&L Ethics Bowl team recently participated in an annual statewide competition.
Krzysztof Jasiewicz Publishes Chapter in ‘The Oxford Handbook of Polish Politics’
The William P. Ames Jr. Professor of Sociology and Anthropology Emeritus’ chapter focuses on the collapse of the communist system in Eastern Europe.
Sarp Sahin ’26 Publishes Research Paper
The senior’s research on Parkinson’s disease was published in Brain: A Journal of Neurology
Eric Deggans Authors Book Chapter
The Knight Chair in Journalism and Media Ethics discussed his experience as an NPR TV critic in “Reading Media: How to Do Textual Analysis.”
W&L Student Accepted into Public Policy and International Affairs Program
Lucas Kim ’27 will participate in the program this summer at Princeton University.
Icy Keneah ’26 Named to Allstate NACDA Good Works Team
The senior women’s basketball player was one of 20 winter sports athletes honored nationwide for volunteerism and civic engagement.
Ehi Rajsky Co-Authors Paper Published in the AICPA Tax Advisor Journal
The assistant professor of accounting was joined by two W&L students to produce a paper titled “Effects of the OBBBA on Higher Education.”
Jane Stewart Earns STARS Data Quality Certification
W&L’s director of sustainability was one of 30 professionals to complete the certification process this fall.
Williams School Building Becomes Washington and Lee University’s First LEED Gold Certified Structure
The building, housing the university’s School of Commerce, Economics and Politics, opened in August 2025.
Winter 2026 Update on Campus Construction Projects
Construction on a variety of projects continues throughout campus and the Lexington community.
Visiting History Professor Authors Article in Spanish Edited Volume
Leticia Fernández-Fontecha’s article, published in “Dibujos para una guerra 1936-39,” examines children’s drawings from the Spanish Civil War.
Faces of W&L
Meet Juyoung Kim ’26
Kim, a physics major, counts performing in Croatia and Slovenia with the University Singers as one of his most memorable experiences.
Meet a Colleague: Julie Jackson
Julie Jackson serves as director of advancement communications.
Meet Adam Solton ’27L
Adam Solton discusses how this professors and classmates have helped him meet the challenge of law school.
Meet Bella Ferrate ’26
Ferrate chose W&L for its accredited Williams School and the ability to embrace the liberal arts experience.
Meet a Colleague: Emily Pogue
Emily Pogue serves as senior associate director of annual giving.
Meet Haley Lawson ’27L
Haley Lawson came to W&L Law for the rigorous education and to be pushed outside of her comfort zone.
Meet a Colleague: Marisa Charley
Marisa Charley serves as associate director of the Shepherd Program, director of the Bonner Programs and instructor of Poverty Studies.
Meet Robbie Santos ’27L
Robbie Santos was drawn to W&L Law by the world class legal education and the collaborative community.
