Continuing a Legacy of Philanthropy
Hank Ingram '13 recently established the Ingram Family Student Opportunity Endowment to further community-based learning opportunities for W&L students in Rockbridge County.
Featured News, Views and More from Around W&L
Simple Interventions
For Dr. Kelli Jarrell ’12, a multidisciplinary approach is foundational to her career in social emergency medicine.
Meet Cute
From stolen sandwiches to stolen hearts, these W&L alumni share their stories of how they met their significant other.
Showcasing History, Culture and Community
W&L’s third annual NPHC Step Show Competition invited the campus and local community into a vibrant tradition.
High-wire Act
Whether he is trying a case or drumming with a jazz band, Curtis Joseph ’93, ’96L doesn’t miss a beat.
Seen and Heard
View all SOC »“At the heart of this award is the essence of why the liberal arts matters — this is about why we’re in the world.”~ Alexandra Brown, Fletcher Otey Thomas Professor in Bible
In Case You Missed It
1. Brett Strohsacker ’06 Gives a Bird’s-Eye View of Super Bowl Victory
The vice president of football communications for the Philadelphia Eagles enjoys his team’s second Super Bowl victory.2. Maureen Edobor Publishes “Brnovich: Extratextual Textualism” in the Penn Journal of Constitutional Law
The article examines a key U.S. Supreme Court decision focused on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.3. Bedrock Values
Howard Capito ’68 established the Christopher D. Connors Endowment for Earth and Environmental Geoscience to honor the “living legend” and support student internships in geology and related fields.4. ‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Matthew Loar
In this month’s episode, Loar dives into the transformative power of fellowships and student research in shaping individuals.5. A True W&L Love Story
Kimberly Booth Rimmer ’91 and Bobby Rimmer ’90 discovered the power and strength of W&L friendships when faced with tragedy.People & News
‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Matthew Loar
In this month’s episode, Loar dives into the transformative power of fellowships and student research in shaping individuals.
Elizabeth Oliver Receives Lifetime Service Award
Oliver was presented with the American Accounting Association’s Jim Benjamin Lifetime Service Award at the organization’s Leadership in Accounting Education Section Seminar on Feb. 14.
W&L Student Team Named Runner-Up at VFIC Applied Ethics Bowl
Five students from Washington and Lee University participated in the annual statewide competition in February.
Jay Margalus receives VIVA Open Adopt Grant
The professor of entrepreneurship and leadership will use the funds to create an open-source materials course.
W&L Welcomes New Trustee Joelle James Phillips ’95L
Joelle James Phillips ‘95L joined the Washington and Lee University Board of Trustees on Feb. 7, at the board’s winter meeting in Lexington, Virginia.
Shane Lynch Named Lead Instructor for International Choral Conducting Course
W&L’s director of choral activities will serve as an expert guest tutor at The Cork International Choral Festival.
In Memoriam: Philip Archel Gibbs, Associate Professor of Business
Gibbs taught accounting, business and management at Washington and Lee University.
Two W&L Staff Members Awarded Paid Professional Leave
The program offers staff a 30-day leave, with full pay, to advance some aspect of their career and work at the university.
Students Encouraged to Apply for a Johnson Opportunity Grant in 2025
The grant provides funds to support W&L student projects worldwide.
Harte Center to Debut Prompting, Learning and Artificial Intelligence Lab
The space opens Jan. 27 and will be dedicated to exploration and experimentation with generative AI tools.
‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Launches New Season With Episode Featuring Holly Pickett
In the podcast’s first episode of season six, Pickett, professor of English, discusses the power of humanities in a rapidly changing world and the life lessons that can be continuously unearthed in Shakespearean text.
W&L to Host ‘Slices of Research’ Program at Salerno Wood Fired Pizza & Taphouse
Newly promoted faculty members will present their research in a PechaKucha format on Jan. 28.
Faces of W&L
Meet a Colleague: John X. Miller ’77
John X. Miller ’77 serves as the Glynn Visiting Lecturer in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communications.
Meet Sofia Iuteri ’27
Iuteri’s work with the Connolly Entrepreneurship Society and business administration professors has led to the expansion and growth of her own nonprofit.
Meet a Colleague: Cassie Hunt ’01
Cassie Hunt ’01 serves as executive director of strategic analysis for the university.
Meet Katherine Berman ’22, ’25L: President of the Student Bar Association
Katherine Berman enjoys working to build community while advancing the interests of the student body.
Meet a Colleague: Adrienne Jones
Adrienne Jones is the DeLaney Center postdoctoral fellow.
Meet Elizabeth Barr ’27
Barr’s love of nature led her to a biology major and getting her scuba certification with the Outing Club.
Meet a Colleague: Kelly Bezold
Kelly Bezold is a research assistant in the Biology Department.
Meet Schuler Hildenbrand ’27
Hildenbrand, an American history major on the pre-med track, enjoys being able to explore many disciplines at W&L.
