Forging Their Futures
Helen Ezgo ’25 and Maina Shodmonbekova ’25 traveled across the world to expand their horizons at W&L thanks to the John M. Gunn International Scholarship.
Featured News, Views and More from Around W&L
Charting New Waters
From rehabilitating its finances to reviving endangered species, Keith Sanford ’80 transformed the Tennessee Aquarium’s future.
Student Organization Spotlight: Career Fellows
W&L Career Fellows offer peer-to-peer support for students exploring their career aspirations.
Innovation and Collaboration
Mackenzie Brooks, associate professor and digital humanities librarian, has made an impact on campus through her innovative and collaborative approach to teaching and scholarship.
W&L a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students for Seventh Straight Year
Washington and Lee was ranked sixth among the baccalaureate institutions recognized by the Fulbright Program.
Seen and Heard
View all SOC »"Looking back, W&L gave me not only the education I needed but also the mindset — one that values curiosity, interdisciplinary thinking and artistic exploration."Brooke deRosa '01
In Case You Missed It
1. Chawne Kimber Named Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty at Pitzer College
Chawne Kimber, dean of the College and professor of mathematics at Washington and Lee University, has been named vice president for academic affairs and dean of faculty at Pitzer College in Claremont, California. She will begin her new role on July 1, 2025.2. Brooke deRosa ’01’s ‘The Yellow Wallpaper’ Enjoys World Premiere at Carnegie Hall
DeRosa composed the music for the opera based on the short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman.3. Faculty Spotlight: Joshua Fairfield
Joshua Fairfield is the William Donald Bain Family Professor of Law and the Director of Artificial Intelligence Legal Innovation Strategy.4. Tetiana Sylina to Deliver Lecture on the Challenges Facing Ukrainian Journalism
The award-winning journalist’s talk will be held March 12 on W&L’s campus.5. W&L Students Host Holi Celebration
Celebrate the Hindu festival of colors on March 23 on Cannan Green.People & News
Chawne Kimber Named Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty at Pitzer College
Chawne Kimber, dean of the College and professor of mathematics at Washington and Lee University, has been named vice president for academic affairs and dean of faculty at Pitzer College in Claremont, California. She will begin her new role on July 1, 2025.
Washington Portrait to be Featured in Exhibit Commemorating 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence
Washington and Lee will loan iconic Peale portrait to upcoming Virginia history exhibit on view in Richmond and Yorktown.
Eric Deggans Named Knight Chair in Journalism and Media Ethics at W&L
The NPR personality, journalist and media analyst will assume the position in July.
Rebecca Benefiel Featured in PBS NOVA Documentary on Ancient Pompeii
Benefiel is among a host of experts that reveal the truths about the social and economic makeup of the city before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Office of Sustainability and Energy Education Creates Eco-Rep Program
The first students have graduated from the program and will begin serving as peer educators regarding sustainability on campus.
Philanthropy Education Week Kicks Off March 10
The four-day event emphasizes the vital role of philanthropic contributions in enhancing the student experience at W&L.
Jon Eastwood Publishes New Book
The professor of sociology’s book, titled “Social Structure: Relationships, Representations and Rules,” was released on Feb. 26.
In Memoriam: C. Royce Hough III ’59, Trustee Emeritus
Hough served on the Board of Trustees from 1982 to 1992.
W&L’s Lesley Wheeler Publishes New Book
The English professor’s poetry collection explores natural and human transformation.
‘W&L After Class’ Podcast Releases New Episode Featuring Matthew Loar ’07
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.
Faces of W&L
Meet a Colleague: Mat Rapoza ’03
Mat Rapoza ’03 serves as the football team's assistant coach and offensive coordinator.
Meet Chris Smith ’26
A SHECP internship solidified Smith’s career path to become an advocate for those in need.
Meet Natalie Beers ’25L: Rachford Fellow
Natalie Beers lends her previous experience as a legal recruiter to students as they navigate their job searches.
Meet Jack Halligan ’26L: Law Ambassador
Jack Halligan loves to help prospective students make the "big decision" of where to attend law school.
Meet a Colleague: JT Torres
JT Torres is the director of the Houston H. Harte Center for Teaching and Learning.
Meet a Colleague: Kelli Woodard
Kelli Woodard is the Senior Recruitment Coordinator in the Office of Career Strategy.
Meet a Colleague: Ry Williams
Ry Williams serves as the administrative assistant for the Department of Earth and Environmental Geoscience.
Meet Ameera Mustafa ’28
After a Writing 101 class, Mustafa is considering a career in criminal justice reform.
